ZHONGTAI SECURITIES·2025-12-07 12:52Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the industry [3] Core Insights - The wind power equipment sector is experiencing positive fundamentals, with price increases for LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) and separators [1] - The report highlights a strong demand for energy storage and the upward trend in lithium battery material prices [5] - The report emphasizes the strategic partnerships and expansions among key players in the lithium battery and energy storage sectors [5] Summary by Sections Lithium Battery Sector - LFP prices have increased by over 3000 yuan per ton, with long-term contracts covering over 1 million tons signed by major companies [12] - The price of lithium battery separators has been raised, with wet separators increasing by 30% [13] - Notable contracts include Nord's agreement to supply over 373,000 tons of copper foil to a major client over three years [14] and Enjie’s acquisition of a company to expand separator production capacity by 4 billion square meters [16] Energy Storage Sector - The National Development and Reform Commission has included energy storage facilities in the 2025 REITs project scope, indicating a growing recognition of energy storage's importance [22] - A significant upgrade project in Henan aims to enhance coal-fired power plants' flexibility and efficiency, with 33 projects totaling 4.8GW planned [23] Power Equipment Sector - Starting in 2026, the proportion of fixed costs recovered through capacity pricing will increase to no less than 50%, up from 30% in previous years, marking a significant shift in the power market [26] Photovoltaic Sector - The report notes a stable price for silicon materials, with the average price for polysilicon remaining at 52 yuan per kilogram [33] - Silicon wafer prices have decreased, with expectations of further reductions due to high inventory levels and weak demand [33] Wind Power Sector - The report indicates ongoing progress in offshore wind projects, with several major projects in China and Europe moving forward [5] - Key companies benefiting from this trend include leading cable manufacturers and turbine producers [5]