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山西焦化厂考察反馈:10轮提降后盈利承压,存减产预期
GOLDEN SUN SECURITIES·2025-03-13 03:10

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Overweight" for the coal mining industry [3]. Core Insights - The report highlights that after ten rounds of price reductions, profitability is under pressure, and there are expectations of production cuts in the coal mining sector [11]. - Downstream steel mills are currently facing low profitability, resulting in low operating rates and weak demand [2][13]. - The report emphasizes the importance of proactive inventory reduction and price stabilization in the coal market, suggesting that the current decline in coal prices may be nearing its end [7]. Summary by Sections Downstream Demand - Downstream steel mills are experiencing low profitability, leading to low operating rates and weak demand [2][13]. Price and Profitability - Recent coking coal prices have decreased to around 1600 RMB per ton [7][13]. - Some companies report that due to continuous price reductions from coal mines and rising chemical product prices, they have not yet incurred losses, while others are at the breakeven point [7][13]. Inventory Situation - A company reported that its coking coal inventory has risen to approximately 40,000 tons, a significant increase compared to previous years, due to high operating rates in the coking industry and low operating rates in downstream steel mills [7][13]. Key Stocks - The report identifies several key stocks to watch, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry, and others, highlighting their potential for recovery and performance [7].