Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-15 03:52Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news highlights the strong performance of the battery sector, particularly the solid-state battery technology, which is expected to see significant advancements and applications by 2028 [1][2] - The China Securities Battery Theme Index has risen by 1.61%, with notable increases in stocks such as Weixin Materials (up 8.92%) and Xiamen Tungsten (up 7.99%) [1] - The EIA reports a projected increase in wholesale electricity prices in the U.S., with a 23% rise in 2025 and an additional 8.5% in 2026, indicating a growing demand for energy solutions [1] Group 2 - Tianfeng Securities forecasts that the demand for power and energy storage batteries will reach 1,872 GWh in 2025 and 2,236 GWh in 2026, representing year-on-year increases of 45% and 25% respectively [2] - The top ten weighted stocks in the China Securities Battery Theme Index account for 51.77% of the index, with leading companies including CATL and Sungrow Power [2] - The solid-state battery production line and supply chain establishment are expected to be critical in 2026, with equipment and core materials showing significant growth potential [1]