化工2026年度策略报告：成长与分红并重，价值再发现-20251205

Core Insights - The chemical industry in China has been under pressure since 2022, with the chemical product price index declining from an average of 6000 points in May 2022 to 3851 points by November 2025, a decrease of 35.81% [2][10] - Despite a slight increase in revenue for large industrial enterprises in the chemical sector, profits have been declining, with total profits dropping from 730.2 billion yuan in 2022 to 469.42 billion yuan in 2023, and further down to 425.01 billion yuan in 2024 [2][12] - The report emphasizes the importance of focusing on companies with stable profits and strong dividend capabilities during the industry's cyclical downturn [4] Industry Overview - The chemical industry has shown a characteristic of "increased revenue but decreased profits," indicating a significant supply-demand imbalance and pressure on profitability [23] - The average profit margin for the chemical raw materials and products manufacturing sector has dropped from 9-10% in 2021-2022 to an average of 4.8% in 2023 and further down to 3.9% in the first three quarters of 2025 [24][29] - Different segments within the industry have shown varied performance, with agricultural chemicals showing resilience while chemical fibers and raw materials continue to decline [32][33] Capacity Expansion and Investment - Fixed asset investment in the chemical industry has seen significant growth from 2021 to 2024, although the growth rate is expected to slow down in 2025 [60][66] - The report notes that the return on equity (ROE) for the basic chemical sector has declined significantly, from 14.61% in 2021 to 5.95% in 2023, indicating a decrease in investment returns [74][75] Focus on Dividend Stability - Companies with stable earnings, strong cash flow, and a high willingness to distribute dividends are highlighted as having greater investment value during the industry's downturn [4] - A selection of 22 basic chemical companies meeting criteria for profitability, cash flow, and dividend yield has been identified as key investment targets [4] Segment Analysis - The agricultural chemicals segment has maintained a relatively stable profit margin, particularly in potassium fertilizers, which saw margins rise to 60% in 2025 [36] - The chemical fiber segment has experienced a downward trend in profit margins, with polyester showing a consistent decline since 2020 [40] - The rubber products segment, particularly tires, has shown an opposite trend, with net margins gradually increasing during the industry downturn [53]