ETS(SZ:002545) NORTHEAST SECURITIES·2025-09-04 03:50Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for the company [5]. Core Views - The company is positioned to benefit from a tightening global supply of potash, with prices expected to continue rising due to reduced production from major suppliers [2][3]. - The company is advancing its next 1 million tons per year potash project in Laos, leveraging the region's rich resources and favorable logistics [3]. - The financial outlook is positive, with projected net profits increasing significantly over the next few years [4]. Supply and Demand Analysis - Supply: Major producers like Russia and Belarus are expected to reduce output by at least 1.6 million tons, leading to a tighter global potash supply in 2025 [1][2]. - Demand: Global potash demand is forecasted to rise to 74.3 million tons in 2025, with China's import dependency increasing to 70.7% [2]. - Price Trends: The average price of potash in China is projected to rise by 23.8% year-on-year, with a significant contract price increase of 26.7% for 2025 [2]. Financial Performance and Projections - For the first half of 2025, the company reported revenues of 2.148 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.5%, and a net profit of 490 million yuan, up 79.2% [1]. - The company’s potash segment generated 1.4 billion yuan in revenue, reflecting a 19% increase, with a gross margin of 52.2% [3]. - Forecasted net profits for 2025-2027 are 1.051 billion yuan, 1.200 billion yuan, and 1.506 billion yuan, respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios decreasing from 12.25X to 8.55X [4][5].