Guoxin Securities·2025-10-14 02:13Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the transportation industry [3][5]. Core Views - The express delivery sector is expected to see performance recovery due to the "anti-involution" policies, while the mutual port fees imposed by China and the U.S. are likely to drive shipping rates upward [1][2]. - The shipping industry is facing mixed impacts from the U.S. port fee measures, with over 40% of shipping capacity affected by U.S. fees, while the impact on Chinese shipping capacity is significantly lower [1][20]. - The aviation sector is projected to experience a gradual recovery in ticket prices and profitability as the domestic passenger market continues to optimize supply and demand dynamics [2][34]. - The express delivery industry is witnessing a significant price increase across major production areas, with expectations for this trend to continue through the end of the year [2][43]. Shipping Sector Summary - The implementation of mutual port fees between China and the U.S. is expected to create short-term price volatility, particularly affecting oil and dry bulk shipping more than container shipping [1][20]. - The oil shipping rates have shown a significant increase recently, with VLCC shipping rates rising due to concerns over port congestion and supply chain efficiency [1][20]. - The overall impact of the mutual port fees on shipping rates is limited, but initial chaos from policy implementation may lead to fluctuations [20][21]. Aviation Sector Summary - Domestic passenger flight volumes have decreased slightly post-holiday, but overall traffic remains above 2019 levels [2][33]. - The average domestic ticket price has remained stable, with a slight year-on-year increase [2][34]. - The aviation market is expected to see continued improvement in profitability as supply-demand gaps narrow [34]. Express Delivery Sector Summary - The "anti-involution" policy has led to price increases across approximately 90% of the express delivery volume in China, with expectations for sustained price stability [2][43]. - The report highlights the potential for improved profitability in the express delivery sector during the fourth quarter due to seasonal demand [2][43]. - Major express companies are expected to benefit from the "anti-involution" policies, with specific recommendations for companies like SF Express and ZTO Express [5][54]. Key Company Ratings and Predictions - COSCO Shipping Energy: Outperform, 2025E PE of 12.2 [6]. - SF Express: Outperform, 2025E PE of 17.4, with expected growth of 15-20% in 2026 [6][54]. - ZTO Express: Outperform, with a focus on long-term value and stable returns [5][54].