ZJJH(SH:600160) Haitong Securities International·2025-05-09 08:19Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the company with a target price of RMB 32.75, compared to the current price of RMB 25.41 [1][8]. Core Views - The company is expected to experience significant growth in 2024 and Q1 2025, with revenue and net profit for 2024 projected at RMB 24.46 billion and RMB 1.96 billion, respectively, representing year-on-year increases of 18.43% and 107.69% [8]. - The company benefits from a strong position in the refrigerant market, particularly in the third-generation refrigerants, as demand continues to grow due to favorable quota policies and increasing downstream demand [1][8]. Financial Summary - Revenue and net profit for 2024 are projected to be RMB 24.46 billion and RMB 1.96 billion, respectively, with a year-on-year growth of 18.43% and 107.69% [2][8]. - For Q4 2024, revenue and net profit are expected to reach RMB 6.56 billion and RMB 0.70 billion, showing a year-on-year increase of 41.21% and 256.83% [8]. - The company’s EPS for 2025 and 2026 is forecasted to be RMB 1.31 and RMB 1.57, with an additional forecast of RMB 1.78 for 2027 [8]. Market Position and Demand - The company holds a 34% share of the refrigerant quotas, with significant production quotas for R32, R125A, and R134A [8]. - The demand for refrigerants is expected to remain strong, driven by the growth in air conditioning, refrigeration, and emerging overseas markets [8]. Price Trends - The report notes that refrigerant prices have increased significantly, with a year-on-year rise of 32.69% in 2024 [8]. - As of April 25, 2025, the prices for various refrigerants are reported as follows: R22 at RMB 36,000/ton, R134A at RMB 47,000/ton, R125 at RMB 45,000/ton, R32 at RMB 48,000/ton, and R410A at RMB 48,000/ton, with notable monthly and quarterly increases [8]. Strategic Investments - The company is investing in advanced industries, including high-end fluoropolymers and fourth-generation refrigerants, with a significant project in Gansu involving an investment of RMB 19.63 billion [8].