公用事业行业周报（2026.02.02-2026.02.06）：电量有望稳健增长，新能源装机增速放缓-20260208

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the utility sector, indicating a favorable outlook for investment opportunities [7]. Core Insights - Electricity demand is expected to grow steadily, while the growth rate of new energy installations is anticipated to slow down. The China Electricity Council forecasts that the national electricity consumption for 2026 is projected to be between 10.9 to 11.0 trillion kilowatt-hours, representing a year-on-year increase of 5% to 6% [7]. - The report highlights that the overall balance of electricity supply and demand in 2026 is expected to improve, with a reduction in the risk of electricity shortages. The growth rate of new energy installations is expected to decelerate [7]. - The report suggests that low-interest rates and policies encouraging long-term capital investment make dividend assets in the utility sector attractive for long-term allocation [7]. Summary by Sections Electricity Demand and Supply - The forecast for 2026 includes an expected addition of over 400 million kilowatts in new power generation capacity, with more than 300 million kilowatts coming from new energy sources [7]. - The report indicates that the electricity supply-demand situation will be generally balanced, with some regional tightness during peak summer months [7]. Coal Prices and Inventory - Port coal prices have seen a slight increase, while inventory levels have decreased. The report notes that the coal price at Qinhuangdao for Q5500 grade coal is 695 RMB per ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 0.4% [19]. - The report also mentions that coal inventory at major ports has dropped, with Qinhuangdao's coal inventory at 5.55 million tons, down 3.2% week-on-week [28]. Performance of Utility Sector - The utility sector has outperformed the broader market indices, with the Shenwan Utility Index rising by 0.2% compared to a 1.3% decline in the CSI 300 Index [38]. - The report identifies specific stocks within the utility sector that are recommended for investment, including Jiantou Energy and Huadian International, among others [7]. Hydropower and Nuclear Power - The report emphasizes the strong growth potential for hydropower and nuclear power, with hydropower having the lowest cost per kilowatt-hour among all power sources [7]. - It suggests that the commercial model for nuclear power is robust, with a strong long-term growth outlook [7]. Wind and Solar Power - The report notes that under carbon neutrality expectations, wind and solar power still have significant growth potential, and it is advisable to select companies with a high proportion of wind energy [7].