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Industry Overview - The chemical sector experienced a decline of 2.19% from December 8 to December 12, 2025, ranking 26th among all sectors, underperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 1.85 percentage points and the ChiNext Index by 4.93 percentage points [1] - The chemical industry is expected to continue its trend of divergence in 2025, with recommendations to focus on synthetic biology, pesticides, chromatography media, sweeteners, vitamins, light hydrocarbon chemicals, COC polymers, and MDI [1] Synthetic Biology - The arrival of a pivotal moment in synthetic biology is anticipated, driven by the adjustment of energy structures, which may disrupt fossil-based materials and favor low-energy products [1] - Traditional chemical companies are expected to compete based on energy consumption and carbon tax costs, with successful firms leveraging green energy alternatives and integrated advantages to reduce costs [1] - The demand for bio-based materials is projected to surge, leading to potential profitability and valuation increases, with a focus on leading companies like Kasei Bio and Huaheng Bio [1] Refrigerants - The implementation of quota policies is expected to usher in a high-growth cycle for third-generation refrigerants, with supply entering a "quota + continuous reduction" phase starting in 2024 [2] - The demand for refrigerants is anticipated to grow steadily due to the development of heat pumps, cold chain markets, and the expansion of the air conditioning market in Southeast Asia [2] - Companies with high quota shares, such as Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., Haohua Technology, and Yonghe Co., are expected to benefit significantly from this trend [2] Electronic Specialty Gases - Electronic specialty gases are critical to the electronics industry, characterized by high technical barriers and added value [3] - The rapid upgrade of the wafer manufacturing industry in China is creating a mismatch with the fragmented and insufficient domestic high-end electronic specialty gas market, presenting significant domestic substitution opportunities [3] - Demand is driven by the semiconductor, display panel, and photovoltaic sectors, with companies like Jinhong Gas, Huate Gas, and China Shipbuilding Gas poised to capitalize on this trend [3] Light Hydrocarbon Chemicals - The trend towards light raw materials in the global olefin industry is notable, with a shift from heavy naphtha to lighter low-carbon alkanes like ethane and propane [4] - Light hydrocarbon chemicals are characterized by low carbon emissions, low energy consumption, and low water usage, aligning with global carbon neutrality goals [4] - Companies in the light hydrocarbon sector, particularly satellite chemicals, are expected to see a revaluation of their worth [4] COC Polymers - The industrialization of COC (Cyclic Olefin Copolymer) is accelerating in China, driven by domestic companies achieving breakthroughs and the shift of downstream industries to domestic sources [5] - COC materials are increasingly used in high-end applications, with a focus on companies like Akolai that are positioned to break through market bottlenecks [5] Potash Fertilizers - Potash fertilizer prices are expected to rebound as the industry enters a destocking cycle, with supply constraints due to Canpotex withdrawing new quotes and Nutrien announcing production cuts [6] - The demand for potash fertilizers is likely to increase as farmers' planting intentions rise, driven by higher prices for wheat and corn [6] - Companies such as Yara International, Salt Lake Potash, and Zangge Mining are highlighted as key players in the potash sector [6] MDI Market - The MDI (Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate) market is characterized by oligopoly, with demand steadily increasing due to the expansion of polyurethane applications [7] - The market is dominated by five major companies, which account for 90.85% of global MDI production capacity [7] - Despite current price pressures, the MDI supply landscape is expected to improve, with companies like Wanhua Chemical positioned to benefit from future demand recovery [7] Chemical Price Tracking - The top five price increases this week include caustic soda (16.92%), aluminum fluoride (12.72%), and nitric acid (7.69%) [8] - The top five price decreases include NYMEX natural gas (-12.76%) and ethylene glycol (-4.88%) [8] Supply Side Tracking - This week, 170 chemical companies reported changes in production capacity, with 7 new repairs and 7 restarts noted [9]