Zhong Guo Neng Yuan Wang·2025-12-25 02:04Core Viewpoint - The report highlights a significant slowdown in the growth of the photovoltaic (PV) industry in China for the first ten months of the year, with a notable decline in polysilicon production and a mixed performance in demand, indicating potential challenges ahead for the sector [1][2]. Manufacturing Sector Summary - Polysilicon production decreased by 29.6% year-on-year to 1.13 million tons - Wafer production fell by 6.7% year-on-year to 567 GW - Battery cell production increased by 9.8% year-on-year to 560 GW - Module production grew by 13.5% year-on-year to 514 GW [1][2][3]. Demand Sector Summary - The domestic PV installed capacity reached 252.87 GW, a year-on-year increase of 39.5% - From January to May, new installations totaled 198 GW, reflecting a 150% year-on-year growth - However, from June to October, new grid-connected installations saw a significant decline, dropping by 46.1% year-on-year [1][2]. Industry Developments - The 2025 China PV Industry Annual Conference focused on "anti-involution" strategies, aiming to address competitive pressures within the industry [1]. - The establishment of the polysilicon platform company, Guanghe Qiancheng, marks a significant step towards consolidating polysilicon production capacity, with major stakeholders including Tongwei Co., Ltd. holding a 30.35% share [3]. Future Outlook - The industry is expected to face a dual challenge of slowing new installations and a temporary supply-demand imbalance in the supply chain by 2026 - The "anti-involution" initiatives are anticipated to accelerate industry consolidation and reshape market dynamics [3]. Investment Recommendations - For the photovoltaic sector, it is advised to focus on leading companies such as Tongwei Co. and GCL-Poly Energy, as well as technology leaders in the BC technology space like LONGi Green Energy and Aiko Solar - In the robotics sector, attention is recommended for core companies with high supply chain certainty and significant value in the industry chain, including Topband, Sanhua Intelligent Controls, Zhaowei Electric, and Meihua Holdings [5].