Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the construction materials sector, indicating expected performance above the market index by more than 10% [5][77]. Core Viewpoints - The price of cement clinker in the Yangtze River Delta has increased by 30 CNY/ton, with plans for a similar increase in cement prices in early June. This price hike is expected to stabilize market expectations and lead to price recovery in the following months [1][3]. - The issuance of special bonds reached 1.63 trillion CNY from January to May 2025, a year-on-year increase of 40.7%, completing 37.1% of the annual quota. The issuance in May alone was 443.17 billion CNY, a month-on-month increase of 92.6% [1]. - The construction materials sector is expected to benefit from domestic demand expansion policies amid escalating international trade conflicts, with limited further deterioration anticipated in the sector [3][4]. Summary by Sections Cement - National cement prices fell by 0.8% last week, with regional variations showing declines of 10-20 CNY/ton in several areas, while prices in Kunming, Yunnan, increased by 20 CNY/ton. The average shipment rate rose to 47.8% due to slight demand increases [2][23]. - The Yangtze River Delta's clinker price increase may lead to a stabilization or slight rebound in cement prices in the near future [24]. Glass - The average price of domestic float glass was 1270.96 CNY/ton, down 0.58% from the previous period. The market remains weak due to high temperatures and rain affecting demand, leading to increased industry losses [2][35]. - The photovoltaic glass market is experiencing weak trading activity, with prices for 2.0mm and 3.2mm coated panels dropping to 13 CNY/m² and 21 CNY/m², respectively [43]. Fiberglass - The market for non-alkali fiberglass continues to decline, with mainstream prices for 2400tex winding yarn at 3500-3800 CNY/ton, averaging 3696.5 CNY/ton, a week-on-week decrease of 0.62% [2][45]. - The electronic yarn G75 is priced between 8800-9200 CNY/ton, with stable pricing expected in the short term [45]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on resilient consumer building material leaders, particularly those benefiting from second-hand housing and renovation demands, such as Sanke Tree, Beixin Building Materials, and others [3][4]. - The report highlights potential opportunities in the construction sector, particularly for state-owned enterprises involved in major engineering projects, such as China Railway Construction and China Communications Construction [4].
建筑建材双周报(2025年第10期):长三角熟料价格推涨,化债进度持续加速-20250605
Guoxin Securities·2025-06-05 07:13