GOLDEN SUN SECURITIES·2025-11-16 13:07Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the coal mining industry [4] Core Views - The adjustment in coal prices is a normal digestion of previous rapid increases, with the core logic of rising coal prices (supply constraints) remaining unchanged [1][2] - In the context of limited supply, the initiation of demand (whether speculative or real) will lead to rising coal prices, with expectations for coal prices to peak at the end of the year, potentially exceeding market expectations [2] - The continuous rise in coal prices suggests that stock prices should not be a concern, and a more proactive approach is recommended, focusing on leading companies with absolute valuation advantages [2] Summary by Sections Market Review - The CITIC Coal Index was at 3991.33 points, down 0.78%, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 0.3 percentage points, ranking 22nd among CITIC sectors [1] Supply and Demand Analysis - In October, China's raw coal production fell by 2.3% year-on-year, with a further decline in the rate compared to September [2] - The coal import volume in October decreased month-on-month, reaching a near three-month low, with international coal supply, especially from Indonesia, facing bottlenecks [2] - The upcoming cold wave is expected to increase daily coal consumption at power plants, potentially driving coal prices higher [2][7] Price Trends - As of November 14, the price of thermal coal at North Port was reported at 831 CNY/ton, an increase of 22 CNY/ton week-on-week, marking a new high for the year [6][39] - The report indicates that coal prices are likely to continue rising due to supply constraints, with demand determining the slope and final height of price increases [2][39] Key Investment Targets - The report recommends several stocks with "Buy" ratings, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Xinji Energy, among others, highlighting their strong performance and favorable valuations [11][12]