Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the expected implementation of a new round of stable growth work plans in key industries, including petrochemicals, which will promote structural adjustments and the elimination of outdated production capacity [2] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is set to release specific work plans for ten key industries, focusing on optimizing supply and eliminating backward production capacity [2] - The "anti-involution" policy is anticipated to accelerate the supply-side reform in the chemical industry, particularly in sub-industries such as refining, PTA/PX, fertilizers, pigments, organic silicon/industrial silicon, soda ash, and chlor-alkali/PVC [2] Group 2 - In the refining sector, strict control of production capacity and low operating rates of local refineries are expected to improve the profitability of major refineries [3] - As of July 17, the operating rate of local refineries in Shandong was only 47.31%, indicating a historical low, which is expected to maintain due to the peak demand trend for refined oil [3] - The government aims to keep domestic crude oil processing capacity below 1 billion tons by 2025, with a target utilization rate of over 80% for major products [3] Group 3 - The urea industry is projected to see a gradual reduction in supply, which, combined with potential export opportunities, is expected to improve industry conditions [5] - By 2025, the new urea production capacity is estimated to be 4.93 million tons, accounting for only 6.5% of the current total capacity of 76.07 million tons, indicating limited future supply growth [5] Group 4 - The demand for soda ash and PVC is expected to recover due to increased infrastructure needs, with significant new production capacities planned for 2025-2026 [6] - The planned new soda ash capacity for 2025-2026 is 8.68 million tons, representing 20% of the total capacity in 2024, while the PVC capacity increase is projected to be 5 million tons, or 17% of the 2024 total capacity [6] - The "anti-involution" policy is likely to facilitate ongoing supply-side reforms in the soda ash and PVC industries, leading to improved supply conditions and increased industry concentration [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the basic chemical industry [5] Core Views - The chemical industry is expected to undergo a new round of supply-side reforms, driven by the government's initiatives to eliminate outdated production capacity and improve industry structure [1][21] - The "anti-involution" policy is anticipated to support the exit of old capacities, benefiting leading companies in sub-industries such as refining, fertilizers, pigments, organic silicon, soda ash, and chlor-alkali/PVC [1][21] Summary by Sections Refining - Strict control of refining capacity and low operating rates of local refineries in Shandong are expected to improve the profitability of major refineries [2][24] - As of 2024, China's refining capacity is projected to be 934 million tons, with a target to keep crude oil processing capacity below 1 billion tons by 2025 [24][25] Urea - Future supply is expected to decrease, with only 493,000 tons of new urea capacity projected by 2025, representing 6.5% of the current total capacity [2][26] - The industry is likely to benefit from supply reductions and potential export opportunities, particularly for leading companies capable of upgrading their facilities [26] Soda Ash and PVC - Increased demand from infrastructure projects is expected to drive recovery in the soda ash and PVC markets [3][27] - New soda ash capacity planned for 2025-2026 is estimated at 868,000 tons, accounting for 20% of the total capacity in 2024 [28] - The PVC industry is also expected to see limited new capacity, with a projected increase of 500,000 tons by 2025-2026, representing 17% of the total capacity in 2024 [29] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on leading companies in various sub-industries, including: - Refining: China Petroleum, Sinopec, Hengli Petrochemical, Rongsheng Petrochemical, Dongfang Shenghong [4] - Fertilizers: Hualu Hengsheng, Chuanheng Co., Hubei Yihua, Salt Lake Potash, Yara International, Sinochem Fertilizer [4] - Pigments: Qicai Chemical, Baihehua, Xinkai Technology, Zhejiang Longsheng, Runtu Co. [4] - Chlor-alkali/PVC: Yangmei Chemical, Chlor-alkali Chemical, Xinjiang Tianye [4] - Organic Silicon/Industrial Silicon: Hoshine Silicon, Xin'an Chemical, Silbond Technology [4] - Soda Ash: Sanyou Chemical, Boyuan Chemical, Shandong Haihua [4]

Group 1 - The chemical sector continues to rise, with the chemical ETF (516020) showing a maximum intraday increase of 0.9% and closing up 0.3% [1] - Key stocks in the sector include Boryuan Chemical, which surged over 6%, Yangnong Chemical up over 5%, and Qixiang Tengda rising over 3% [1] - The sub-index of the chemical sector has outperformed major A-share indices, with a cumulative increase of 8.97% since July 1, compared to 4.68% for the Shanghai Composite Index and 5.41% for the CSI 300 [1][3] Group 2 - The basic chemical sector saw a net inflow of over 1.5 billion yuan on a single day, ranking fourth among 30 major sectors [2] - Over the past five trading days, the cumulative net inflow into the basic chemical sector exceeded 21.7 billion yuan, also ranking fourth [2] - The chemical ETF (516020) has a price-to-book ratio of 2.08, indicating a favorable long-term investment opportunity [5] Group 3 - The chemical industry is expected to enter a new long-term prosperity cycle due to recent policies aimed at boosting economic confidence and demand for chemical products [5] - The supply-side reform is anticipated to improve domestic supply conditions significantly, with the chemical sector poised for a rebound [5][6] - The focus on cost factors such as green low-carbon initiatives and process optimization is expected to drive a re-pricing in the chemical sector [6] Group 4 - The chemical ETF (516020) tracks the sub-index of the chemical industry, with nearly 50% of its holdings in large-cap leading stocks, providing a strong investment opportunity [7] - Investors can also access the chemical sector through the chemical ETF linked funds [7]

Group 1 - The chemical sector continues to rise, with the chemical ETF (516020) showing a significant opening increase before stabilizing, currently up by 0.3% [1][2] - Key stocks in the sector include Yipuli, which hit the daily limit, and other companies like Hebang Bio and Hongda shares, which rose over 2% and 1% respectively [1][2] - Recent inflows into the chemical ETF indicate strong market interest, with a net subscription of 122 million yuan on July 22 and a total of 146 million yuan over the past five trading days [1][2] Group 2 - The overall profit level in China's chemical industry is currently low, prompting many companies to seek improvements in the competitive landscape, necessitating a new round of supply-side reforms [4] - The supply growth rate in the chemical sector has significantly declined, with institutional holdings at a low point, enhancing market expectations for supply-side reforms [5] - The chemical industry is expected to enter a new long-term prosperity cycle, driven by recent policy changes aimed at boosting economic confidence and improving supply-side conditions [6] Group 3 - The chemical ETF (516020) is currently at a low valuation point, with a price-to-book ratio of 2.08, indicating a favorable time for long-term investment [5] - The potential for industry-wide production cuts and environmental regulations could lead to a significant impact on supply-demand dynamics, particularly for high-concentration chemical products [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the basic chemical industry [2] Core Viewpoints - The supply-demand relationship is expected to improve, with a recovery in the market for photoinitiators. China is the main producer of photoinitiators, and the industry is becoming increasingly concentrated among leading companies. The demand for photoinitiators is anticipated to rise due to the expansion of UV curing applications [5][29] - The price of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) has been rising, indicating a potential phase of simultaneous volume and price increases. The recent increase in SAF prices is attributed to China's announcement of an export whitelist and quotas, leading to increased inquiries from European buyers [30][31] Summary by Sections 1. Core Viewpoints - The report highlights the expected improvement in the supply-demand dynamics for photoinitiators, with China being a key player in production and export [5][29] - The report suggests that the price of photoinitiators, which has been at historical lows, is likely to recover due to expanding applications in high-end sectors [5][29] - SAF prices have increased significantly, with European prices reaching 2230 USD/ton, reflecting a 9.85% weekly increase and a 25.14% monthly increase [30][31] 2. Overall Performance of the Chemical Sector - The basic chemical industry index increased by 3.1% during the week, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 1.2% [16] - Year-to-date, the basic chemical industry index has risen by 6.4%, outperforming both the Shanghai Composite Index and the ChiNext Index [16] 3. Individual Stock Performance in the Chemical Sector - Among 424 stocks in the basic chemical sector, 372 stocks rose, with the top performers including Dadongnan (+50%) and Taihe Technology (+48.1%) [25][27] - The report notes significant declines in stocks such as Ningxin New Materials (-18.6%) and Jinniu Chemical (-14.4%) [25][27] 4. Key News and Company Announcements - The report emphasizes the recovery potential for photoinitiators and the rising SAF prices as significant developments in the industry [29][30]