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Investment Rating - The investment rating for the utility sector is "Positive" and is maintained [12] Core Insights - The heavy stockholding ratio of public funds in the utility sector decreased to 0.96% in Q1 2025, down 0.37 percentage points from the previous quarter, indicating a continued decline in allocation [2][6] - Despite the overall decline in holdings, certain companies, particularly in the thermal power sector, have seen an increase in investment due to favorable pricing in their operational regions [2][7] - The report emphasizes a shift towards alpha-focused investments over beta, highlighting the importance of risk-reward ratios in the green energy sector [2][9] Summary by Sections Fund Holdings Overview - In Q1 2025, the public fund's heavy stockholding ratio in the utility sector was 0.96%, with a historical percentile of 37.7% and an underweight ratio of -2.03% [19][20] - The electricity sector's holding ratio was 0.94%, with thermal power, hydropower, nuclear power, and renewable energy holding ratios at 40.83%, 47.12%, 3.27%, and 8.71% respectively [20] Thermal Power - The thermal power sector saw a decline in overall holdings, with major companies like China Huadian International becoming a consensus target for investment due to favorable supply-demand dynamics and better pricing [7][26] - The decline in holdings is attributed to adjustments in long-term contract prices and a shift in market style favoring more aggressive assets [26][27] Hydropower - Hydropower holdings continued to decrease, but core assets like Yangtze Power maintained high valuations, with attractive dividend yields compared to government bonds [8][35] - The sector's valuation has become appealing after adjustments since Q3 2024, with significant dividend value highlighted [35] Renewable Energy - The renewable energy sector's holdings decreased, but leading companies like Longyuan Power and Zhongmin Energy saw increased investments, reflecting a focus on high-reward opportunities [9][43] - The report suggests that the sector is poised for a rebound as supportive policies for green energy consumption become clearer [43] Nuclear Power - The nuclear power sector's holdings dropped significantly due to concerns over profit expectations linked to falling electricity prices, but the long-term value remains intact as new production cycles begin [10][27]