Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to Huaneng International, with a target price of HKD 6.12 per share, indicating a potential upside of 24% from the current price of HKD 4.93 [6][11]. Core Views - The company is expected to benefit from declining coal prices, leading to sustained growth in thermal power performance. In Q1 2025, the company reported a net profit of RMB 4.973 billion, an increase of 8.19% year-on-year, despite a 7.70% decline in revenue [3][4][8]. - The company plans to add approximately 10GW of new renewable energy capacity in 2025, with a focus on solar and wind energy, which is expected to enhance its low-carbon energy portfolio [5][10]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Huaneng International's total electricity generation was 106.633 billion kWh, a decrease of 5.66% year-on-year. The average settlement price for electricity was RMB 488.19 per MWh, down 1.96% year-on-year. The company's revenue for the quarter was RMB 60.335 billion, a decrease of 7.70% year-on-year, while net profit increased to RMB 4.973 billion [3][8]. Coal Price Impact - The report highlights that the company is benefiting from lower coal prices, with the average coal price for Q1 2025 at RMB 888 per ton, down 9% year-on-year. The fuel cost was RMB 259 per MWh, a decrease of 10% year-on-year. The coal segment achieved a pre-tax profit of RMB 3.982 billion, up 41% year-on-year [4][9]. Renewable Energy Expansion - Huaneng International's renewable energy capacity is projected to grow significantly, with plans for 10GW of new installations in 2025, including approximately 7GW from solar energy. The company’s renewable energy generation in Q1 2025 saw an increase of 8.81% for wind and 51.21% for solar compared to the previous year [5][10]. Valuation Metrics - The report provides a financial forecast for the company, projecting revenues of RMB 246.931 billion for 2025, with a net profit of RMB 11.693 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 14.8% year-on-year. The price-to-earnings ratio is expected to be 6.1 times at the current share price [7][14].
华能国际电力股份（00902）：受益煤价下行，火电业绩将持续增长