深圳计划4月上旬举办水价调整听证会事件点评：水价调整持续推进企业盈利有望改善

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the environmental industry [5] Core Viewpoints - The Shenzhen Municipal Development and Reform Commission announced a public hearing on water price adjustments scheduled for April 11, 2025, proposing an increase from 3.449 CNY/m³ to 3.8991 CNY/m³, representing a 13.05% increase [5] - The adjustment is expected to enhance profitability for local water supply companies, as it is the first price adjustment in eight years [5][6] - Other cities in Guangdong province, such as Foshan and Zhongshan, which have not adjusted water prices for 8-14 years, may follow suit, potentially improving their profitability as well [5] - The report suggests monitoring several state-owned water companies in Guangdong, including Hanlan Environment and Zhongshan Public Utilities, as they may benefit from upcoming price adjustments [5] Summary by Sections Water Price Adjustment - Shenzhen's water price adjustment is part of a broader trend across the country, with multiple cities having initiated price hearings since 2021 [5] - The proposed price increase is structured to ensure that residential and non-residential users experience manageable increases, with specific adjustments detailed for different usage tiers [6] Company Valuation - The report includes a valuation table for key environmental companies, highlighting their earnings per share (EPS) and price-to-earnings (PE) ratios for the years 2023 to 2026 [7] - Companies such as China Water Affairs and North Control Water Group are listed with their respective ratings and financial metrics, indicating potential investment opportunities [7][8]