Changjiang Securities·2026-01-11 23:30Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the utility sector [8] Core Insights - The adjustment of coal power capacity prices in Tianjin exceeds expectations, with the fixed cost recovery ratio increasing to 70% from January 1, 2026, which is higher than the previously planned minimum of 50% [2][11] - The January 2026 proxy purchase electricity prices show a general decline across most provinces, with significant regional disparities; northern inland areas exhibit more resilience compared to coastal regions facing greater pressure [2][11] Summary by Sections Capacity Price Adjustment - Tianjin's coal power capacity price will rise from 100 yuan per kilowatt per year to 231 yuan, enhancing the fixed cost recovery ratio to 70% [2][11] - The adjustment is expected to yield an increase of approximately 0.035 yuan per kilowatt-hour in electricity pricing, although actual capacity fees may rise more significantly due to declining coal power utilization hours [11] Proxy Purchase Electricity Prices - January 2026 proxy purchase prices show a decline, with Guangdong and Jiangsu reporting average transaction prices of 372.14 yuan per megawatt-hour and 344.19 yuan per megawatt-hour, respectively, reflecting year-on-year decreases of 19.72 yuan and 68.26 yuan [11] - Northern inland regions, such as Inner Mongolia, show a year-on-year increase in proxy purchase prices, while coastal provinces like Guangdong and Jiangsu face declines exceeding 5 fen per kilowatt-hour [11] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on quality coal power operators such as Huaneng International, Datang Power, and Guodian Power, as well as hydropower companies like Yangtze Power and State Power Investment Corporation [11][16][17] - It also highlights the potential of new energy companies like Longyuan Power and China Nuclear Power, suggesting a favorable long-term outlook for the sector [11][20]