Huachuang Securities·2025-08-25 02:15Investment Strategy - The report highlights that global oil and gas capital expenditures are on a downward trend, leading to a slowdown in supply growth. Since the signing of the Paris Agreement in 2015, capital expenditures in the oil and gas upstream sector have significantly decreased, with a notable drop of nearly 22% from the 2014 peak [9][29]. - The report indicates that major energy companies are facing increasing pressure from policies aimed at carbon reduction, prompting them to shift focus towards energy transition and renewable projects. This trend is expected to continue, resulting in a sustained reduction in capital expenditures for oil and gas [9][29]. - The report notes that the active drilling rig count in the U.S. remains low, which may lead to a slowdown in U.S. oil production growth. The OPEC+ group is also expected to maintain limited supply increases in the coming year [9][29]. Oil Market - The Brent crude oil price is reported at $67.93 per barrel, reflecting a slight increase of 0.03% week-on-week, while WTI crude oil is at $63.13 per barrel, down 0.28% [31][30]. - The report mentions that geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, have contributed to fluctuations in oil prices, with expectations of resilient demand amid limited supply growth [10][29]. Coal Market - The report states that the average market price for Qinhuangdao port thermal coal (Q5500) is 703 RMB per ton, showing a week-on-week increase of 1.59%. The market is characterized by stable prices, with downstream demand primarily driven by essential purchases [11][12]. - Inventory levels at major ports are reported to be 23.336 million tons, down 1.27% week-on-week, indicating a tightening supply situation [11][12]. - The report highlights that domestic coal production is being affected by weather conditions, but overall supply remains sufficient to meet demand from power plants and the chemical industry [11][12]. Coking Coal Market - The report indicates that the coking coal market is currently in a stalemate, with prices for coking coal remaining stable at 1,610 RMB per ton. The market is influenced by fluctuating raw material prices and the profitability of downstream steel enterprises [14][15]. - The report notes that the average daily pig iron production from 247 steel mills is 2.4082 million tons, reflecting a slight increase of 0.04% week-on-week, which supports the demand for coking coal [14][15]. Natural Gas Market - The report highlights a breakthrough in natural gas helium extraction technology in China, with a new device achieving a helium purity level of 6N9. This development is expected to enhance the domestic helium supply [16][17]. - Natural gas prices in the U.S. have decreased, with the NYMEX natural gas average at $2.81 per million British thermal units, down 2.2% week-on-week [16][17]. Oilfield Services - The report emphasizes that the oilfield services sector is expected to maintain its growth due to government policies aimed at increasing oil and gas reserves. The capital expenditure for major oil companies is projected to remain high, supporting the oilfield services industry's outlook [18][19]. - The global active rig count is reported at 1,621, with a slight increase of 21 rigs week-on-week, indicating ongoing activity in the oilfield services sector [18][19].