高工锂电·2026-01-11 11:09Core Viewpoint - The industry is transitioning from an emotion-driven phase to a rational value-return cycle by 2026 [3]. Group 1: Solid-State Battery Market - The shipment volume of semi-solid-state batteries is expected to exceed 15 GWh in 2026, driven by the acceleration of pilot and early production lines, such as those from GAC Group and Qingtao Energy [5]. - Significant improvements in solid-state battery core materials and processes are anticipated, with energy density reaching 400 Wh/kg by 2025, a notable increase from below 350 Wh/kg in 2024 [5]. - The market growth remains uncertain due to challenges in controlling consistency in oxide and polymer routes, affecting product yield and delivery stability [5]. - Full solid-state batteries will enter intensive road testing phases but are unlikely to achieve mass production within the year due to technical bottlenecks and high costs [6]. Group 2: IPO Trends in Lithium Industry - A wave of IPO applications from lithium industry chain companies is expected in 2026, with leaders in materials, equipment, energy storage integration, and solid-state batteries likely to benefit first [6]. - Material companies are seeing an expanded supply-demand gap for high-end products, accelerating the IPO process for those with technological advantages and strong customer ties [7]. - Resource companies with lithium mining capabilities are more likely to restart IPOs due to inventory reduction and rising price levels [8]. - Equipment companies are benefiting from the recovery in battery factory expansion demands, focusing on semi-solid and full solid-state battery equipment [8]. - Energy storage integration companies are transitioning to a profitable model based on technology and service premiums, increasing their chances of successful IPOs [8]. Group 3: Sodium-Ion Battery Market - The shipment volume of sodium-ion batteries in China is projected to exceed 10 GWh in 2026, doubling year-on-year, driven by rising lithium battery material prices and cost advantages in energy storage applications [10]. - Sodium batteries are expected to address performance limitations of lithium batteries, particularly in low-temperature environments, making them suitable for northern markets [10]. - Leading companies like CATL are accelerating their sodium battery deployment across various sectors, including energy storage and electric vehicles [10]. - The NFPP sodium-ion battery is expected to dominate with over 80% market share due to its advantages in stability and cost [10]. Group 4: Cylindrical Battery Market - The shipment volume of cylindrical batteries in China is expected to grow over 50% year-on-year, surpassing 45 GWh, with energy storage being a key growth area [12]. - The demand for cylindrical batteries is driven by the need to replace square cell structures in home storage products, providing a low-cost and high-safety solution [12]. - Rapid capacity release in 2025 is expected to support supply, with major companies focusing on different market segments, ensuring a breakthrough in shipment volumes [12]. Group 5: Silicon-Based Anode Materials - The application of CVD silicon-based composite anode materials in the 3C digital battery market is expected to exceed 50% by 2026, leading to significant growth in output [15]. - The demand for higher energy density and lighter batteries in 3C products is driving the adoption of silicon-carbon composite anodes [15]. - However, technological challenges remain in the large-scale application of these materials in power batteries, particularly regarding consistency in manufacturing processes [15].