Minsheng Securities·2025-10-19 13:04Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for key companies in the electric power equipment and new energy sectors, including CATL, Kodali, and others, based on their strong growth potential and market positioning [5]. Core Insights - The solid-state battery sector is experiencing significant breakthroughs, with global shipments expected to rise from 34 GWh in 2026 to 614 GWh by 2030, indicating a robust market expansion [2][9]. - The photovoltaic industry is stabilizing in terms of pricing, with silicon material prices holding steady and production levels increasing, suggesting a balanced supply-demand dynamic [3][28]. - The State Grid's investment is projected to exceed 650 billion RMB in 2025, reflecting ongoing infrastructure development and strategic projects [4]. Summary by Sections 1. New Energy Vehicles - The solid-state battery research in China has made substantial progress, addressing key challenges in interface, materials, and stability, paving the way for commercialization [2][9]. - The market for solid-state batteries is expected to grow, with their share in the overall market projected to increase from 10% in 2027 to 30% by 2030 [2][9]. 2. New Energy Generation - The pricing for silicon materials has remained stable, with first-tier manufacturers maintaining prices around 55 RMB per kg, while second and third-tier manufacturers are priced between 52-53 RMB [3][28]. - The production of silicon wafers has increased significantly in October compared to September, indicating a positive trend in the supply chain [28][29]. 3. Electric Power Equipment and Automation - The State Grid's fixed asset investment reached over 420 billion RMB from January to September, marking an 8.1% year-on-year increase, with expectations for 2025 to see investments surpassing 650 billion RMB [4]. - Key companies to watch include CATL, Kodali, and others, which are positioned to benefit from the anticipated growth in the sector [4]. 4. Market Performance - The electric power equipment and new energy sector saw a decline of 5.30% in the past week, underperforming compared to the Shanghai Composite Index [1]. - The solar energy index showed a slight increase of 0.52%, while other indices, including wind power and energy storage, experienced declines [1]. 5. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on three main investment lines: 1. Long-term competitive segments with short-term marginal changes, highlighting companies like CATL and others [18]. 2. The impact of 4680 technology iterations on industry upgrades, with a focus on companies involved in high-nickel cathodes and structural components [18]. 3. New technologies that offer high elasticity, particularly in solid-state battery companies [18].