ZHONGTAI SECURITIES·2026-02-02 00:45Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Buy" for key companies in the coal industry, including China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, Shaanxi Coal, and others, while some companies like Huayang Co. and Shanmei International are rated as "Overweight" [4]. Core Insights - The coal consumption scale has reached a peak plateau, with the demand for electricity generated from coal expected to stabilize in the coming years. The report suggests that the traditional growth model of coal-fired power generation may face a turning point due to the increasing share of clean energy [6][7]. - The transition of coal-fired power from a primary energy source to a supporting role in the new energy system is emphasized, with a significant expansion in installed capacity expected in the next few years [6][11]. Summary by Sections 1. Coal-fired Power: Transitioning to Peak Regulation and Support - The role of coal-fired power is shifting towards providing peak regulation and support, with its share in the energy mix declining but still remaining a core component of energy security [6][11]. - Installed capacity of coal-fired power is expected to continue expanding, with projections of new installations reaching 87 GW, 86 GW, and 43 GW from 2026 to 2028, respectively [6][29]. 2. Clean Energy: Becoming the Main Source of New Installations - Hydropower is expected to play a dual role in stable supply and peak regulation, with new installations projected to reach 17 GW, 18 GW, and 33 GW from 2026 to 2028 [7][39]. - Wind power is anticipated to see significant growth, with new installations expected to reach 109 GW, 161 GW, and 193 GW during the same period, reflecting its transition to a primary energy source [7][52]. - Solar energy is entering a stable development phase, with new installations projected at 192 GW, 139 GW, and 153 GW from 2026 to 2028, despite recent challenges in energy consumption and bidding processes [7][59]. 3. Investment Recommendations: Focus on Dividend and Flexibility - The report recommends focusing on companies with strong cash flow stability and dividend potential, such as China Shenhua and Shaanxi Coal, while also highlighting companies like Yanzhou Coal and Huayang Co. as having potential benefits from high coal demand [6][7][8].