Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Report's Core View The report regularly tracks the latest private exchangeable bond (Private EB) project information from public channels, including basic elements such as issuance scale, underlying stocks, and project status. It emphasizes that the issuance terms and processes may change, and the final prospectus should be referred to. The latest update shows that the private exchangeable bond project of Hangzhou Iron & Steel Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 has been approved by the exchange [1]. 3. Summary by Related Catalog - **New Project Information**: Last week (20251103 - 20251107), the private exchangeable bond project of Hangzhou Iron & Steel Group Co., Ltd. in 2025 was approved by the exchange, with a proposed issuance scale of 1 billion yuan, and the underlying stock is Hangzhou Steel Co., Ltd. (600126.SH), and the lead underwriter is Zheshang Securities. The exchange updated the information on November 7, 2025 [1]. - **Project Status Table**: The table lists the status of multiple private exchangeable bond projects, including approved projects such as those of Yingfeng Group Co., Ltd. and Guangdong Guangxin Holdings Group Co., Ltd., and projects in the feedback stage such as those of Guangdong Shengyi Technology Co., Ltd. and New Hope Group Co., Ltd., as well as an accepted project of Strait Innovation Internet Co., Ltd. [3]

Investment Rating - Investment rating: Positive (maintained) [3] Core Viewpoints - The aluminum shortage logic is expected to gradually materialize, leading to an upward cycle in aluminum prices [2] - Copper prices are currently experiencing fluctuations due to domestic inventory accumulation, with a potential shift towards a supply shortage in the medium to long term [4][21] - The lithium sector is witnessing unexpected demand, with lithium salt entering a destocking cycle, indicating a potential rebound in lithium prices [4][73] - Cobalt prices are expected to continue rising due to a tight supply situation [4][86] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The U.S. October ISM Manufacturing PMI was below expectations at 48.7, while the ADP employment figure exceeded expectations with an increase of 42,000 jobs [8] 2. Market Performance - The overall performance of the non-ferrous sector showed a slight decline, with the Shenyin Wanguo non-ferrous index down 0.04%, underperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 1.12 percentage points [10][11] - The aluminum and lithium sectors showed better performance, while the magnetic materials and rare earth sectors lagged [10] 3. Valuation Changes - The TTM PE for the non-ferrous sector is 25.53, with a change of 0.32, while the PB is 3.16, with a change of 0.03 [19][22] 4. Industrial Metals Copper - London copper prices fell by 1.57%, while Shanghai copper prices decreased by 1.23% [21][22] - Domestic copper inventory increased by 0.95%, indicating a potential supply-demand imbalance in the future [21] Aluminum - London aluminum prices decreased by 1.01%, while Shanghai aluminum prices increased by 1.74% [35] - The profit margin for electrolytic aluminum rose to 5,741 yuan/ton, up 3.66% [35] Lithium - Lithium carbonate prices fell by 0.19% to 80,400 yuan/ton, while lithium hydroxide prices decreased by 0.26% to 75,580 yuan/ton [73] Cobalt - MB cobalt prices rose by 0.43% to $23.53 per pound, while domestic cobalt prices fell by 1.54% to 384,000 yuan/ton [86]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained as "Increase" [4] Core Viewpoints - Indonesia's coal export volume is expected to decrease by 20-30 million tons in 2025 compared to 2024 [2] - The report highlights the performance resilience of companies such as Yancoal Energy, Jinko Coal, and focuses on Keda Automation, which specializes in smart mining [3] - The report emphasizes the importance of performance in stock valuation, recommending companies like Shaanxi Coal, Electric Power Energy, and Huai Bei Mining [3] Summary by Sections Coal Mining - Indonesia's coal export volume for 2024 reached 566 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 8.57%, marking a historical high [3] - As of September 2025, Indonesia's coal production decreased by 7.47% year-on-year to 584 million tons, with coal exports down by 7.3% to 380 million tons [3] Price Trends - As of November 7, 2025, coal prices at various ports showed the following changes: - European ARA port coal price (6000K) at $99.15 per ton, up by $3.4 per ton (+3.55%) - Newcastle port coal price (6000K) at $113.7 per ton, up by $1 per ton (+0.89%) - IPE South African Richards Bay coal futures price at $86.9 per ton, up by $5.15 per ton (+4.57%) [30][32] Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - China Coal Energy (Buy) with EPS estimates of 1.46 for 2024A and a PE ratio of 9.40 - China Shenhua (Buy) with EPS estimates of 2.95 for 2024A and a PE ratio of 14.40 - Jinko Coal (Buy) with EPS estimates of 1.68 for 2024A and a PE ratio of 9.00 - Electric Power Energy (Buy) with EPS estimates of 2.38 for 2024A and a PE ratio of 8.70 - Yancoal Energy (Buy) with EPS estimates of 1.44 for 2024A and a PE ratio of 10.20 [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for leading companies in the coal mining sector, including China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal and Energy, and others, indicating a positive outlook for their stock performance [13][14]. Core Viewpoints - The coal price has surged by 104 CNY/ton in just one month, reaching 809 CNY/ton, driven by strong demand and supply constraints [1][8]. - The report emphasizes a "stop-and-go" upward trend in coal prices, suggesting that any increase will not be linear but will involve periods of stabilization and correction [1][8]. - The demand for coal is expected to rise seasonally with the onset of heating in northern regions, while supply remains limited due to safety inspections and production constraints [1][8]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - The coal sector has seen a significant recovery, with the coal index rising by 4.43% recently, outperforming the broader market [2][80]. - The report notes a stark contrast in performance, with the coal sector previously lagging behind other sectors earlier in the year [2]. Price Dynamics - The report highlights that the coal price is influenced by three main factors: production cuts, low port inventories, and strong seasonal demand, which collectively catalyze rapid price increases [15][39]. - As of November 7, 2025, the average price of thermal coal at northern ports reached a new high of 809 CNY/ton, reflecting a weekly increase of 39 CNY/ton [9][39]. Supply and Demand Analysis - The report indicates that coal production has been constrained due to regulatory measures and safety inspections, leading to a continuous decline in output over the past three months [5][10]. - The demand for coal has exceeded expectations due to extreme weather conditions, which have significantly increased electricity consumption [5][10]. Investment Strategy - The report recommends focusing on high-quality stocks in the coal sector, particularly those with strong fundamentals and growth potential, while also considering second-tier stocks as coal prices continue to rise [6][14]. - Key companies to watch include China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and others that are expected to benefit from the ongoing price increases and market dynamics [14][6].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the coal mining industry is "Bullish" [2] 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Currently, the coal economy is at the beginning of a new upward cycle, with fundamental and policy factors in resonance. It is advisable to allocate the coal sector at low levels [11]. - The underlying investment logic of coal production capacity shortage remains unchanged. The coal price has established a bottom and its central level has reached a new platform. High - quality coal enterprises maintain their core asset attributes, and coal assets are still undervalued with potential for valuation improvement. The coal sector has both dividend characteristics and pro - cyclical elasticity [3]. - In the context of energy inflation, the pattern of tight coal supply and demand in the next 3 - 5 years remains unchanged. High - quality coal enterprises have high - barrier, high - cash, high - dividend, and high - dividend - yield attributes. After a short - term correction, the coal sector has shown high investment value [3]. 3. Summaries Based on Relevant Catalogs 3.1 This Week's Core Viewpoints and Key Concerns - **Core Viewpoints**: In the short - term, coal supply and demand are basically balanced, but there is a long - term gap. Coal prices are expected to rise further due to tight supply and upcoming seasonal demand. Coal assets are cost - effective, with high win - rate and high odds. The report continues to be bullish on coal and suggests allocation at low levels [11]. - **Key Concerns**: From January to October 2025, China's coal imports decreased by 11.0% year - on - year. From January to September 2025, coal and coking coal imports in India decreased by 1.0% year - on - year, and in Japan decreased by 2.3% year - on - year [13] 3.2 This Week's Performance of the Coal Sector and Individual Stocks - The coal sector rose 4.43% this week, outperforming the market. The Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index rose 0.82% [14]. - The thermal coal sector rose 4.60%, the coking coal sector rose 2.46%, and the coke sector rose 6.42% [15]. - The top three stocks in terms of gains and losses in the coal mining and washing sector were Huayang Co., Ltd. (11.50%), Jinkong Coal Industry (10.11%), and China National Coal Group Corporation (8.54%) [18] 3.3 Coal Price Tracking - **Coal Price Index**: As of November 7, the comprehensive transaction price of CCTD Qinhuangdao thermal coal (Q5500) was 703.0 yuan/ton, up 10.0 yuan/ton week - on - week. The comprehensive average price index of Bohai Rim thermal coal (Q5500) was 694.0 yuan/ton, up 9.0 yuan/ton week - on - week. The annual long - term contract price of CCTD Qinhuangdao thermal coal (Q5500) was 684.0 yuan/ton, up 8.0 yuan/ton month - on - month [23]. - **Thermal Coal Price**: As of November 8, the market price of Qinhuangdao Port thermal coal (Q5500) from Shanxi was 808 yuan/ton, up 40 yuan/ton week - on - week. International thermal coal FOB prices also increased [29]. - **Coking Coal Price**: As of November 7, the ex - warehouse price of primary coking coal from Shanxi at Jingtang Port was 1800 yuan/ton, up 60 yuan/ton week - on - week. The CIF price of Australian Peak View Mine hard coking coal in China was 212.3 US dollars/ton, up 0.6 US dollars/ton week - on - week [31]. - **Anthracite and Pulverized Coal Price**: As of November 7, the wagon - loading price of Jiaozuo anthracite was 1020.0 yuan/ton, unchanged week - on - week. The wagon - loading prices of pulverized coal in Changzhi Lucheng and Yangquan increased [39] 3.4 Coal Supply and Demand Tracking - **Coal Mine Capacity Utilization**: As of November 7, the capacity utilization rate of sample thermal coal mines was 91.1%, up 0.6 percentage points week - on - week, and that of sample coking coal mines was 83.76%, down 1.0 percentage points week - on - week [46]. - **Import Coal Price Difference**: As of November 7, the price difference between domestic and foreign 5000 - kcal thermal coal was - 79.1 yuan/ton, down 19.5 yuan/ton week - on - week; the price difference for 4000 - kcal thermal coal was - 75.2 yuan/ton, down 20.1 yuan/ton week - on - week [42]. - **Coal - fired Power Consumption and Inventory**: Inland 17 provinces' coal inventory increased, while daily consumption decreased. Coastal 8 provinces' coal inventory decreased, while daily consumption increased [45]. - **Downstream Metallurgical Demand**: As of November 7, the Myspic comprehensive steel price index decreased, the price of Tangshan - produced primary metallurgical coke increased, the blast furnace operating rate increased, and the profit per ton of coke in independent coking enterprises increased [64][65]. - **Downstream Chemical and Building Materials Demand**: As of November 7, the prices of urea in some regions decreased, the national methanol, ethylene glycol, and acetic acid price indices decreased, the synthetic ammonia price index increased, the cement price index increased slightly, the cement clinker capacity utilization rate decreased, the float glass operating rate decreased, and the weekly coal consumption in the chemical industry increased [70][74][76] 3.5 Coal Inventory Situation - **Thermal Coal Inventory**: As of November 7, the coal inventory at Qinhuangdao Port increased to 577.0 tons. The 55 - port thermal coal inventory decreased to 6148.7 tons as of October 31, and the production - area inventory decreased to 292.0 tons [91]. - **Coking Coal Inventory**: As of November 7, the production - area coking coal inventory increased to 165.6 tons, the six - port coking coal inventory increased to 304.3 tons, the coking enterprise inventory increased to 923.8 tons, and the steel mill inventory decreased to 787.3 tons [92]. - **Coke Inventory**: As of November 7, the total coke inventory of coking plants, four - port coke inventory, and the total coke inventory of domestic sample steel mills all decreased [94] 3.6 Coal Transportation Situation - **International and Domestic Coal Transportation**: As of November 7, the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) was 2104.0 points, up 138.0 points week - on - week. As of November 6, the average daily coal shipment volume of the Datong - Qinhuangdao Railway increased slightly week - on - week [108]. - **Ratio of Cargo to Ships at Four Ports in the Bohai Rim**: As of November 7, the inventory of four ports in the Bohai Rim was 1449.0 tons, the number of anchored ships was 106, and the cargo - to - ship ratio was 13.7, down 4.03 week - on - week [106] 3.7 Weather Conditions - As of November 7, the Three Gorges outflow was 10200 cubic meters per second, down 23.88% week - on - week. - In the next 10 days (November 9 - 18), there will be precipitation in some areas, with high - impact weather including cooling in Xinjiang and central - eastern regions. - In the next 11 - 14 days (November 19 - 22), there will be light precipitation in some areas, and the average temperature in some regions will be different from the normal level [113] 3.8 Listed Company Valuation Table and Key Announcements - **Listed Company Valuation Table**: The table provides the closing prices, net profits attributable to the parent company, EPS, and P/E ratios of key listed coal companies from 2024A to 2027E [114]. - **Key Announcements**: Companies such as Meijin Energy, China Shenhua, and Hengyuan Coal and Electricity have made announcements regarding project terminations, asset acquisitions, and corporate restructurings [115][116][118]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the coal industry [9] Core Viewpoints - The coal price has accelerated its upward trend, with the current market price for Qinhuangdao thermal coal reaching 817 RMB/ton, an increase of 47 RMB/ton week-on-week. The report suggests that the price could potentially rise to 931 RMB/ton based on profit recovery scenarios for power plants [2][6][16] - The report emphasizes the importance of understanding cyclical trends over pinpointing absolute price peaks, highlighting a favorable environment for coal investments due to global monetary easing and a rebound in the coal cycle [2][7] Summary by Sections Weekly Tracking Summary - The coal index (Yangtze) increased by 4.53%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 3.71 percentage points. The thermal coal index rose by 4.84%, while the coking coal index increased by 1.87% [16][20] - As of November 7, the market price for Qinhuangdao thermal coal was 817 RMB/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 47 RMB/ton. The main coking coal price at Jingtang Port was 1860 RMB/ton, up 100 RMB/ton [6][16] Supply and Demand Analysis - The report notes a tightening supply due to production checks and increased winter demand, predicting that coal prices in Q4 may exceed expectations. It highlights the importance of monitoring winter storage and port inventory changes [6][17] - The daily coal consumption across 25 provinces was 511.7 million tons, a decrease of 0.5% week-on-week, while coal supply increased slightly to 547.3 million tons [34] Price Projections - The report provides calculations indicating that if the profit margins for coal-fired power plants return to long-term averages, the acceptable market price for thermal coal could rise to 789 RMB/ton or even 931 RMB/ton under certain conditions [7][12] - The report also discusses the impact of upcoming capacity price adjustments in 2026, which could further influence coal pricing dynamics [7][12] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests a comprehensive embrace of the coal sector's "Davis Double Play" bottom reversal trend, recommending a diversified selection of stocks based on different strategies: balanced, aggressive, and stable leaders [2][7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the coal mining industry [1] Core Viewpoints - The port inventory is at a low level year-on-year, and coal prices have increased month-on-month. The average spot price of thermal coal at ports rose by 47 CNY/ton to 817 CNY/ton during the week of November 3 to November 7 [1] - The supply side shows a stable supply from production areas, with an increase in port supply. The average daily inflow to the four ports in the Bohai Rim was 1.9407 million tons, up by 35,000 tons week-on-week, an increase of 1.84% [1] - On the demand side, the average daily outflow from the four ports in the Bohai Rim decreased to 1.8601 million tons, down by 163,100 tons week-on-week, a decline of 8.06% [1] - The report anticipates that coal prices will maintain a fluctuating trend due to the upcoming cold winter and sufficient inventory levels [2] Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Market Review - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3,997.56 points, up 0.53% week-on-week. The coal sector index closed at 3,076.78 points, up 1.96% week-on-week [11] - The top five companies by weekly increase were Huayang Co. (+11.50%), Jinkong Coal Industry (+10.11%), Zhongmei Energy (+8.54%), Electric Power Investment Energy (+6.85%), and Shaanxi Coal Industry (+6.30%) [13] 2. Production and Pricing - The price of thermal coal in production areas has shown a steady increase. For instance, the price of 5500 kcal thermal coal in Datong rose by 63 CNY/ton to 685 CNY/ton [17] - The international thermal coal price index has also shown a stable increase, with the Newcastle coal price index rising by 2.49 USD/ton to 106.23 USD/ton [20] 3. Inventory and Shipping - The Bohai Rim's coal inventory increased to 23.63 million tons, up by 461,000 tons week-on-week, an increase of 1.99% [34] - The average shipping cost on domestic routes rose by 6.03 CNY/ton to 51.36 CNY/ton, an increase of 13.31% [36] 4. Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on resource stocks, particularly recommending Haohua Energy and Guanghui Energy as core targets due to their low valuations and elastic performance [39]

Core Insights - The report highlights the growth in the number of coal mining and washing enterprises in China, with a total of 5,200 companies as of January to September 2025, reflecting an increase of 65 companies year-on-year, which is a growth rate of 1.27% [1] Industry Overview - The coal mining and washing industry has seen a slight increase in the number of enterprises, indicating a stable market environment [1] - The proportion of coal mining and washing enterprises in the total industrial enterprises stands at 1% [1] Company Listings - The report mentions several listed companies in the coal sector, including Gansu Energy (000552), New Dazhou A (000571), Jizhong Energy (000937), Shanxi Coking Coal (000983), and others [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Outperform the Market - A" for the aluminum industry [5]. Core Viewpoints - The report highlights a tight supply-demand balance in the global electrolytic aluminum market, with domestic supply constraints leading to potential price increases in 2025 and 2026 [3][25]. - The domestic demand for electrolytic aluminum is expected to show resilience, driven by the recovery in the real estate sector and strong growth in the new energy vehicle market [2][3]. - The report anticipates a continued expansion of profit margins in the electrolytic aluminum industry due to declining raw material costs and rising aluminum prices [3][21]. Summary by Sections 1. Policy Side: Capacity Ceiling and Low-Carbon Policies - The Chinese electrolytic aluminum industry is undergoing a supply-side reform that locks in a total capacity ceiling, shifting the focus from quantity to sustainable quality development [14][15]. - The emphasis on energy conservation and carbon reduction is becoming the main theme, with policies aimed at optimizing capacity layout and energy structure [19][20]. 2. Supply Side: Domestic Capacity Nearing Ceiling, Limited Overseas Increment - Domestic electrolytic aluminum supply is constrained by a capacity ceiling, with net new capacity expected to be only 20,000 tons in 2025 and 56,000 tons in 2026 [28][29]. - The report notes that overseas production increases, particularly from Southeast Asia, will have limited impact on the domestic market due to the "strong external, weak internal" price dynamic [25][26]. 3. Demand Side: Strong Domestic Demand and Export Advantages - Domestic consumption of electrolytic aluminum is projected to grow at rates of 2.7% and 2.1% in 2025 and 2026, respectively, supported by a recovering real estate market and robust demand from the new energy vehicle sector [2][3]. - The report emphasizes that China's aluminum processing capacity remains significantly advantageous in the global market, reinforcing demand stability [2][3]. 4. Cost: Downward Pressure on Costs, High Profit Era Expected to Continue - The average complete cost of the electrolytic aluminum industry is expected to range between 16,000 and 16,400 RMB per ton, with aluminum prices projected to rise to approximately 20,600 RMB per ton in 2025 and 21,500 RMB per ton in 2026 [3][21]. - The combination of declining costs and rising prices is expected to expand profit margins, establishing a high-profit environment as a norm [3][21]. 5. Supply-Demand Balance: Continued Tight Balance, Price Expectations to Rise - The report indicates that the tight balance in supply and demand will persist, with expectations of rising aluminum prices due to domestic supply rigidity [3][25]. - The anticipated implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in January 2026 is expected to further influence pricing dynamics in the industry [3][21]. 6. Key Companies to Watch - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong cost control capabilities and stable dividend returns, particularly those leading in low-carbon transitions, such as China Hongqiao, China Aluminum, and Nanshan Aluminum [3][21].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Buy" for several key companies in the coal mining sector, including Yanzhou Coal Mining Company, China Shenhua Energy, and others [5][12]. Core Insights - Global energy investment is projected to reach $3.3 trillion in 2025, marking a 2% increase from 2024, with a significant shift towards clean energy investments outpacing fossil fuels [1][4]. - The report highlights that while clean energy investments are surging, challenges such as grid bottlenecks, supply chain pressures, and regional imbalances pose significant risks to the energy transition [1][4]. - The focus of energy investments is irreversibly shifting towards clean energy, with the modernization of the grid, supply chain resilience, and financing in emerging markets being critical for successful transition [4][56]. Summary by Sections 1. Power Investment - Global power investment is expected to reach a record $1.5 trillion in 2024, driven by low-emission power, grid, and battery storage investments [16]. - Solar energy faces financial pressures due to overcapacity, while wind energy remains stable, and nuclear power is experiencing a revival [20][21]. - Grid investment is lagging behind renewable energy deployment, with significant bottlenecks in supply chains and labor shortages [48][49]. 2. Energy Supply - Fossil fuel supply investment is expected to decline by 2% in 2025, marking the first decrease since 2020, primarily due to falling oil prices and rising costs [2][56]. - Coal investment is at a record high driven by China and India, although growth rates are slowing [56][59]. - Investment in low-carbon technologies is robust, with liquid biofuels and low-emission hydrogen expected to see a 30% increase in 2025 [57]. 3. Terminal Demand - Electrification is accelerating, with significant investments in the transportation sector, while building investments are stagnating due to policy rollbacks and cost pressures [3][55]. - Industrial energy efficiency is rebounding in China and the U.S., but global low-emission steel investments are contracting significantly [3][55]. 4. Investment Strategy - The report recommends focusing on companies that are well-positioned in the coal mining sector, particularly those with strong performance metrics [9][12].