Core Viewpoint - The A-share market has shown strong performance recently, with significant gains in the coal sector following a favorable policy announcement aimed at stabilizing coal supply [2][3]. Group 1: Market Performance - On July 22, a favorable policy was announced, leading to a surge in the coal sector, with many stocks hitting the daily limit [3]. - The market experienced fluctuations but ultimately closed higher, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.62%, the Shenzhen Component by 0.84%, and the ChiNext by 0.61% [9]. - A total of 2,540 stocks rose, with 112 stocks hitting the daily limit, while 2,724 stocks declined [10][11]. Group 2: Policy Impact - The newly introduced "anti-involution" policy aims to regulate coal production, mandating that annual coal output does not exceed announced capacity and monthly output does not exceed 10% of the announced capacity [3]. - This policy is likened to previous supply-side reforms, which significantly influenced coal prices and market performance [7]. - Historical data shows that coal prices have dropped from a peak of 1,202 CNY/ton in 2021 to 658 CNY/ton, a decrease of 45.3% [7]. Group 3: Sector Analysis - Analysts from Zheshang Securities suggest that the "anti-involution" policy could reverse the coal industry's challenges, similar to past supply-side reforms that led to significant price recoveries [7]. - Long-term coal price improvements are anticipated if demand-side improvements follow, particularly with potential interest rate cuts and domestic stimulus [8]. - The demand for coking coal is expected to rise due to high steel mill profits, which are correlated with increased production and operational rates [8].