各地新政限制售电盈利，有利电价企稳

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the thermal power sector, indicating an investment rating of "Outperform" for the industry [1][21]. Core Insights - The report highlights that restrictions on power company profits are stabilizing electricity prices. In October, total electricity consumption reached 857.2 billion kWh, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 10.4%. This growth is attributed to low base effects from the previous year, with industrial, commercial, and residential usage increasing by 6.2%, 17.1%, and 23.9% respectively [3][4]. - The report anticipates that annual electricity consumption growth will exceed 5%, with concerns regarding long-term contract prices and coal prices expected to ease after agreements are finalized [3][4]. Summary by Sections Regional Policies - Various regions are implementing profit-sharing policies for power companies. For instance, Henan limits user losses to 10%, while Guangdong shares excess profits above RMB 0.01/kWh at a 1:9 ratio. Other regions like Shaanxi, Anhui, Jiangxi, and Sichuan have also introduced price caps, with Guangdong's sharing ratio being notably favorable to users [5][6]. Market Forecasts - The China Energy Investment Corporation forecasts that the peak load for 2024 will be 1.44 billion kW, with coal power expected to provide 55% of the energy. By 2030, coal capacity is projected to reach 1.54 billion kW, with gas power adding 40-50 million kW [7][8]. Profitability and Recommendations - The report notes that profits in Q3 2025 for thermal power companies are improving, with a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio below 10. It suggests that dividends are likely to rise, and compares this favorably to global leaders in the sector, which typically have a PE around 20. Recommended companies include Huadian Power International, Beijing Jingneng Power, and others [8].