Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Outperform the market (maintained rating) [4] Core Views - The cement price is experiencing an upward trend, with a notable increase in the Yangtze River Delta region where the price of cement clinker rose by 30 yuan/ton. The cement sector has seen two rounds of price increases this year, with the first round starting in late February and peaking in mid-March with a rise of approximately 9.2%. The second round began at the end of June, peaking in mid-July with a rise of about 28%. The report suggests that the bottom of the cement market may have been reached, with expectations for gradual improvement in the second half of the year due to supply-side production cuts and demand-side infrastructure support [2][12][18]. Summary by Sections Market Review - During the week of August 11-15, 2025, the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index rose by 2.37%, while the construction materials sector (CITIC) increased by 2.13%. Notable individual stock performances included Honghe Technology (+33.1%), International Composite Materials (+28.9%), and Zhongcai Technology (+19.9%) [1][12]. Cement Sector Insights - The report indicates that the cement market has maintained low prices for an extended period, but with rising coal costs, companies are showing a stronger willingness to increase prices. The report anticipates a gradual improvement in the cement sector, driven by infrastructure projects and a recovery in real estate demand [2][16]. Recommended Stocks - The report highlights a focus on the following stocks: Honghe Technology, Zhongcai Technology, Qingsong Jianhua, Xizang Tianlu, and Huaxin Cement. It emphasizes that the traditional construction materials industry is nearing a cyclical bottom, with potential growth in new materials related to high-demand sectors [3][18].
水泥价格迎来推涨,电子布情绪再起
Tianfeng Securities·2025-08-18 03:45