国泰海通证券研究·2025-08-07 14:15Core Viewpoint - The restructuring of China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (CSIC) and China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC) is entering a practical phase, with expectations for unified management systems, resource synergy, and industrial chain integration to accelerate progress [1][2]. Group 1: Restructuring Progress - The merger between CSIC and CSSC has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission, marking a significant step towards the consolidation of the two companies [2]. - The merger aims to eliminate competition between the two entities, enhance scale effects, and strengthen the overall competitiveness and profitability of Chinese shipbuilding in the global market [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Conditions - The global shipbuilding order intake in July was 6.12 million DWT, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 39.94%, while new orders in China were 5.05 million DWT, down 18.16%, indicating a narrowing decline and stabilization of new ship orders [3]. - The global new ship price index for July 2025 was 186.65, showing a slight month-on-month decrease of 0.25%, with signs of price resilience emerging [3]. - The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) reached 1921 points on August 5, representing a year-on-year increase of 14.55%, suggesting a recovery in freight rates [3].