EBSCN·2025-12-14 10:10Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the public utility sector [5] Core Views - The report emphasizes the importance of green electricity consumption and solid waste management in the context of the "dual carbon" goals set for 2026, suggesting a focus on the green electricity sector for potential valuation recovery [4][8] - The report highlights the ongoing decline in electricity prices and the need for adjustments in the installation rhythm of new green electricity projects based on regional supply and demand [4][3] - The report suggests that the electricity market reform is progressing, with a focus on expanding the electricity spot market and auxiliary services, while also noting the transformation of thermal power's functional positioning [4] Summary by Sections Market Review - The SW public utility sector experienced a slight decline of 0.09% this week, ranking 11th among 31 SW sectors, while the Shanghai Composite Index fell by 0.34% [23] - Among sub-sectors, thermal power increased by 0.22%, while hydropower decreased by 0.26% [23] - The top five performing stocks in the public utility sector this week were: Jiaze New Energy (+9.71%), Yinxing Energy (+8.58%), Zhongtai Co. (+7.79%), Xichang Power (+5.38%), and Chenzhou International (+4.14%) [29] Price Updates - The report notes a significant drop in thermal coal prices, with Qinhuangdao port's 5500 kcal thermal coal price decreasing by 39 CNY/ton this week [2][9] - The average settlement price for electricity in Guangdong was reported at 292.88 CNY/MWh, down from 354.64 CNY/MWh the previous week [10] Key Events - Various provinces have begun releasing results for the "136" document's incremental project bidding, with significant volumes of green electricity being auctioned at varying prices [3][7] - The Central Economic Work Conference reiterated the commitment to the "dual carbon" goals, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive green transition and the expansion of green electricity applications [8]