Core Insights - The establishment of Guanghe Qiancheng Technology Co., Ltd. is seen as a "silicon material storage platform" in the photovoltaic industry, with major players like Tongwei, GCL, Daqo, and Xinte participating as shareholders [1][2] - The platform aims to explore strategic cooperation opportunities within the industry, focusing on sustainable development rather than individual market expansion [1][3] Shareholder Information - Tongwei's subsidiary holds 30.35% of Guanghe Qiancheng, while GCL holds 16.79%. Other shareholders include Daqo, Xinte, and several smaller companies, with their respective shares ranging from 5.13% to 11.3% [2] - The platform's shareholder list also includes Beijing Zhongguang Tonghe Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the China Photovoltaic Industry Association [1][2] Industry Context - According to Bernreuter Research, in 2024, the top four global polysilicon manufacturers will be Tongwei, GCL, Daqo, and Xinte, collectively holding 65% of the global market share [2] - The total planned capacity of polysilicon manufacturers not participating in Guanghe Qiancheng, such as Hoshine and its subsidiary, exceeds 80,000 tons [3][4] Future Projections - CITIC Securities predicts a negative growth in global new photovoltaic installations in 2026, estimating a decrease of 10.07% year-on-year, with a projected demand for polysilicon at 116,000 tons [4] - The establishment of Guanghe Qiancheng is seen as timely, as the industry faces a significant oversupply of polysilicon capacity compared to demand [4][6]
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