公用事业行业2025年度中期投资策略：歧路无喧，电启新程

Group 1: Core Insights - The current electricity industry is at a new starting point, with a focus on the ongoing deepening of electricity reform, which may catalyze a shift in the valuation anchor for the thermal power sector, particularly in Guangdong, where stock prices may present a good opportunity for investment [3][6][9] - The green electricity sector is entering a new demand-driven cycle following the issuance of Document 136, with wind power prices in certain provinces rebounding from historical lows, indicating a potential recovery in green electricity values [3][7][9] - Water and nuclear power assets are increasingly recognized for their long-term stable returns, especially in the current low-interest-rate environment, making them attractive investment opportunities [3][8][9] Group 2: Thermal Power Analysis - Since 2014, the thermal power sector has not demonstrated a systematic upward shift in valuation, with market consensus on profitability stability lacking, leading to a "Schrodinger state" for thermal power stocks as the market anticipates price negotiations in the second half of 2025 [6][17][18] - The market has historically experienced cycles of valuation driven by various factors, including coal price fluctuations and regulatory changes, with the current environment suggesting limited downside for electricity prices in Guangdong despite anticipated adjustments [6][22][24] Group 3: Green Power Development - The introduction of Document 136 has revolutionized the pricing mechanism for green electricity, allowing for better reflection of supply and demand dynamics, which is expected to alleviate previous pressures on green certificates and enhance their value [7][9][15] - The market has priced in pessimistic expectations for green electricity, but with wind resources expected to recover significantly, companies with high wind power ratios are positioned favorably for investment [7][9][15] Group 4: Water and Nuclear Power Insights - Water and nuclear power assets are viewed as the most underweighted in the public utility sector, with their scarcity in stable long-term returns becoming increasingly apparent in the current investment landscape [8][9][29] - The performance of major nuclear power companies is expected to improve significantly as capacity increases during the 14th Five-Year Plan, enhancing their free cash flow and capital expenditure capabilities [8][9][29]