Investment Rating - The investment rating for the electric equipment and new energy industry is "Outperform the Market" (maintained) [2][6]. Core Viewpoints - The solid-state battery industry is accelerating its development, with several companies planning to launch new products in the coming years. Notable advancements include: 1. XWANDA plans to launch its first-generation all-solid-state battery by 2026, with small-scale production already achieved for products with energy densities of 320Wh/kg and 360Wh/kg [3]. 2. Honeycomb Energy aims to mass-produce its first-generation semi-solid battery with an energy density of 300Wh/kg by 2025 [3]. 3. A new model from SAIC MG, the MG4, is expected to be priced around 100,000 RMB and will feature a semi-solid battery solution [4]. - The 2025 International Low Altitude Economy Expo will take place from July 23 to 26 in Shanghai, showcasing advancements in power systems and industry layouts [5]. Summary by Sections Industry Development - The solid-state battery sector is experiencing rapid advancements, with key players like XWANDA and Honeycomb Energy making significant progress in product development and production timelines [3][4]. - The MG4 model from SAIC is set to utilize a semi-solid battery, indicating a shift towards more efficient battery technologies in the automotive sector [4]. Company Insights - XWANDA has confirmed its plans for future solid-state battery products, building on a decade of experience in the field [4]. - Honeycomb Energy is also progressing with its semi-solid battery technology, targeting higher energy densities in upcoming models [4]. - A total of 400Wh/kg energy density is anticipated for the first-generation sulfide solid-state battery from Funeng Technology, which has established partnerships with major automotive and technology companies [5]. Market Opportunities - Investment suggestions include focusing on core incremental segments of solid-state batteries, such as equipment and lithium sulfide, as well as the short-term impact of semi-solid applications on the supply chain [3]. - Companies like Xiamen Tungsten and Haopeng Technology are highlighted as potential investment opportunities due to their involvement in the solid-state battery supply chain [8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry is benefiting from dual demand resonance from downstream power and energy storage sectors, leading to sustained upward momentum in the industry [1] - Leading companies showed impressive production performance in July, indicating strong market demand [1] - A focus on the solid-state battery sector is recommended, with advancements from companies like Funeng Technology, which plans to deliver sulfide-based all-solid-state batteries with an energy density exceeding 400Wh/kg by August, aiming to increase it to over 500Wh/kg subsequently [1] Group 2 - Chongqing is actively planning battery recycling, targeting a 90% coverage rate of the recycling network in districts and counties by 2027, promoting the establishment of a power battery recycling and utilization system [1] - As the mid-year performance reporting period approaches, attention is advised on sectors with strong Q2 performance, particularly in batteries and structural components, which are expected to see stable profit growth [1] - The New Energy Vehicle ETF (159806) tracks the CS New Energy Vehicle Index (399976), which reflects the overall market performance of listed companies involved in key components manufacturing and vehicle production within the NEV industry [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the electric equipment and new energy industry [1] Core Insights - The State Council meeting emphasized the need for high-quality development in the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry, addressing irrational competition and promoting a regulated competitive environment, which is beneficial for the NEV sector [1] - According to the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, NEV production and sales are expected to reach 6.968 million and 6.937 million units respectively in the first half of 2025, representing year-on-year growth of 41.4% and 40.3%, with NEV sales accounting for 44.3% of total new car sales [1] - The report highlights the clear trend towards the industrialization of solid-state batteries, suggesting a focus on related materials and equipment companies [1] - In the photovoltaic sector, the central economic work conference called for a comprehensive rectification of "involution" competition, leading to price increases in the upstream photovoltaic supply chain [1] - The hydrogen energy sector is seeing continuous policy support for industrialization, with recommendations to focus on electrolyzer manufacturers and companies benefiting from hydrogen infrastructure [1] Industry Dynamics - The electric equipment and new energy sector saw a 0.57% increase this week, with power generation equipment rising by 3.86% and the NEV index increasing by 2.62% [10] - The report notes that the photovoltaic sector experienced a decline of 2.53%, while the wind power sector fell by 0.27% [10] - The report indicates that the price of silicon materials has been supported by cost factors, with recent price adjustments reflecting a positive response to the "anti-involution" policy [1][15] - The report also mentions that the domestic lithium battery market is experiencing price fluctuations, with certain materials showing varying trends [14] Company Updates - Longi Green Energy is expected to report a net loss of 2.4 to 2.8 billion yuan for the first half of the year, while Tongwei Co. anticipates a net loss of 4.9 to 5.2 billion yuan [29] - Zhongke Electric is projected to achieve a net profit of 232 to 301 million yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 235% to 335% [29] - The report highlights that Tianqi Lithium is expected to report a net profit of 0 to 155 million yuan for the first half of the year [29] - The report also notes that Tianqi Materials has signed a procurement agreement to supply at least 550,000 tons of electrolyte products by the end of 2030 [29]

周期股，"王者归来"。 今天上午， 周期股全面走强，有色金属板块领涨，化工、煤炭、油气、钢铁等板块均上涨。 从个股表现看，万华化学、洛阳钼业、紫金矿业、 北 方稀土等龙头股上涨。其中， 北方稀 土（600111）上涨8.83%，盘中一度涨停，成交额为117亿元，居A股第一，也是上午A股唯 一成交额过百亿元的个股。 白酒、银行、保险等权重板块反弹。 AI方面，受OpenAI推出ChatGPT智能体影响， AI应用 端上午走势较强。 截至上午收盘，上证指数上涨0.34%，深证成指上涨0.3%，创业板指上涨0.26%。 对于稀土板块，中金公司表示，在供应边际增量有限的背景下，出口及国内需求预期改善将 推动国内稀土价格整体回升。全球稀土供应格局正在经历重塑，国内稀土和磁材企业，以及 海外稀土产业链相关公司有望迎来重估。 中信证券表示，近期稀土价格呈现稳定上涨趋势，主要受到供需格局改善和政策支持的推 动。在新能源、新材料等下游产业持续扩张的背景下，稀土需求将持续增长。供给端产能释 放有限，进一步支撑稀土价格走强。同时，国家相关政策不断出台，为稀土行业发展提供良 好环境。建议投资者关注具备资源和技术优势的龙头企业。 周期 ...

Core Viewpoint - The discussion on solid-state batteries highlights the significant expectations for their "ultimate battery" technology potential, juxtaposed with the harsh realities of "industrialization and cost" challenges [1][3]. Group 1: Technical Challenges and Innovations - The industry is currently experiencing a "route dispute" and "engineering challenges," with various materials like oxides, sulfides, and polymers being explored, indicating that solid-state batteries are still in a phase of "hundreds of schools of thought contending" [2]. - The solid-solid interface issue is recognized as the primary challenge, leading to a dual-line battle focusing on improving the performance of primary materials and employing advanced interface engineering techniques [2][3]. - The industry is engaged in a fierce competition between "performance leaps" and "cost bottlenecks," with energy density targets ranging from 400-500 Wh/kg and significant breakthroughs in ionic conductivity [2][3]. Group 2: Material Development and Performance - Solid-state batteries are seen as a crucial direction for future energy storage, with core advantages in safety and energy density, achieving energy densities of up to 400 Wh/kg [6]. - High-voltage solid-state electrolytes enable the use of high-voltage cathode materials, with short-term dominance of high-nickel ternary materials like NCM811, which has a practical specific capacity exceeding 200 mAh/g [6]. - Long-term prospects favor lithium-rich manganese-based materials, with theoretical specific capacities reaching 350 mAh/g and voltage platforms of 4.5V, viewed as ideal for all-solid-state batteries [6]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Strategic Goals - The global industrialization process is accelerating, with China focusing on semi-solid-state technologies in the short term and sulfide routes in the long term, while Japan, Europe, and the U.S. set clear energy density and commercialization goals [7]. - Leading companies in China, such as Rongbai Technology and Ningxia Hanyao, have made technological breakthroughs in high-nickel ternary and lithium-rich manganese-based materials, expediting the industrialization of solid-state battery cathode materials [7]. Group 4: Key Material Innovations - Ganfeng Lithium has achieved significant breakthroughs in both sulfide and oxide solid-state battery technologies, developing high ionic conductivity materials and successfully producing thin electrolyte ceramics [14][15]. - Xiamen Tungsten has focused on optimizing cathode materials to enhance mechanical performance and interface stability, employing various coating technologies to reduce interface resistance [17]. - MOFs (Metal-Organic Frameworks) are emerging as innovative materials in solid-state batteries, showing potential in enhancing battery performance through their unique structural properties [25][26].

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to several companies in the battery industry, including Ningde Times, Yiwei Lithium Energy, Guoxuan High-Tech, and others, with target prices indicating potential upside [2][20]. Core Insights - In the first half of 2025, China's power battery production and sales saw significant growth, with production and sales reaching 697.3 GWh and 659.0 GWh respectively, marking year-on-year increases of 60.4% and 63.3% [5][6]. - The power battery installation volume increased by approximately 47% year-on-year, with lithium iron phosphate batteries benefiting from safety and cost advantages, accounting for 81.4% of the total installation volume [5][6]. - Exports of batteries showed a recovery, with a total of 127.3 GWh exported in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 56.8% [5][6]. - The market concentration of power battery installations slightly decreased, with the CR2 and CR5 ratios dropping to 66.4% and 82.2% respectively [5][6]. - The report highlights the progress in solid-state battery industrialization, with significant developments in production lines and energy density targets [5][6]. Summary by Sections Production and Sales - In the first half of 2025, the total production and sales of power and other batteries in China reached 697.3 GWh and 659.0 GWh, respectively, with year-on-year growth of 60.4% and 63.3% [5][6]. - The power battery installation volume was 299.6 GWh, up 47.3% year-on-year, with lithium iron phosphate batteries seeing a 73.0% increase [5][6]. Export Trends - Battery exports in June showed a recovery, with a total of 24.4 GWh exported, a month-on-month increase of 27.9% [5][6]. - The total export volume for the first half of 2025 reached 127.3 GWh, accounting for 19.3% of total sales [5][6]. Market Dynamics - The market share of Chinese power battery companies increased, with the top ten companies collectively achieving a market share of 43%, up 7 percentage points year-on-year [5][6]. - Ningde Times led the market with a 43.7% share in June 2025, followed by BYD and others [5][6]. Future Outlook - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring changes in overseas tariff situations, particularly following recent agreements between China and the U.S. [5][6]. - Companies like Ningde Times and Yiwei Lithium Energy are planning to list in Hong Kong, which is expected to enhance their capital strength and international competitiveness [5][6].

Summary of Solid-State Battery Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The solid-state battery industry is experiencing significant advancements, particularly in key materials such as cathodes, anodes, electrolytes, and skeleton membranes. The industry is expected to see substantial growth driven by policy support and technological innovations [1][2][11]. Key Points and Arguments - **Cathode Material**: The cathode material "富力猛" has addressed capacity limitations through techniques like element adjustment, doping, and particle size control. This has improved the value of the welding process, with leading battery manufacturers expected to increase welding equipment to replace the sealing process [3][9]. - **Anode Material**: Silicon-carbon anodes face challenges in cycling, expansion, high temperature, and fast charging performance. Despite these issues, they are being supplied in bulk to the consumer market, with conventional prices around 300,000 CNY per ton and high-performance products reaching 500,000 to 600,000 CNY per ton [4][6]. - **Electrolyte**: Sulfide electrolytes have improved ionic conductivity through reduced pore size and optimized manufacturing processes. However, they face challenges related to water and oxygen sensitivity, safety, and equipment development [4][11]. - **Skeleton Membrane**: The rigid skeleton membrane enhances production efficiency and mitigates internal short-circuit issues, facilitating the assembly of solid-state electrolytes [4][2]. Industry Development Timeline - The solid-state battery industry is on track for commercialization, with key milestones set for 2025. Notable dates include: - July-August 2025: Focus on the industrialization of emulsions and polymers - September 2025: Entry into the national inspection experimental window - October 2025: Commencement of production line tenders [5][8]. Investment Opportunities - Investment in the solid-state battery sector should focus on areas with significant changes in dry processing, such as lithium sulfide and lithium metal anodes. Other promising areas include iron-based current collectors, skeleton membranes, and non-sulfide polymers [6][12]. - Companies like "下乌普台来", "联赢先汇", "冠盛", and "三强" have shown strong performance in the mid-year reports, indicating defensive investment potential [6]. Equipment and Production Insights - Full solid-state equipment is expected to see a doubling in production line value, with significant increases in investment amounts due to new technologies and improved processes. The overall investment in the sector is projected to rise significantly [7][10]. - The application of isostatic pressing technology in battery manufacturing is enhancing value, with traditional and leading manufacturers collaborating on equipment development [10]. Future Industry Events - Upcoming industry summits in July-August will focus on emulsions and polymers, with significant activities planned for September and October that are expected to catalyze industry growth [8]. Conclusion - The solid-state battery industry is poised for rapid growth, driven by technological advancements and supportive policies. Key materials and production processes are evolving, presenting numerous investment opportunities and potential for significant returns in the coming years [11][12].

Investment Rating - Investment rating for the power equipment industry is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - The industry is experiencing accelerated industrialization across all segments, with timelines for vehicle testing set for 2027 and large-scale applications expected by 2030 [12][26] - Solid-state batteries are transitioning from laboratory stages to mass production validation, with small-scale vehicle testing anticipated by the end of 2025 and widespread testing expected in 2026-2027 [28] - Emerging applications in low-altitude, robotics, and AI are expected to open up market opportunities for solid-state batteries, accelerating industrialization [28] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The solid-state battery index increased by 0.7% from July 7 to July 11, 2025, with a cumulative increase of 19.0% for the year [12][13] - The average performance of solid-state battery-related stocks was -0.8% during the same period [12][30] Industry Dynamics - Significant advancements in solid-state battery technology have been reported, including the development of a new silicon-based anode material that enhances stability and performance [34] - A major tender for a hybrid storage system combining semi-solid lithium batteries and sodium batteries was announced, indicating ongoing investment in energy storage solutions [35] Company Developments - Sanxiang New Materials has begun small-scale supply of zirconium-based halide materials to downstream battery companies [36] - Jiayuan Technology expects to achieve a total production capacity of over 130,000 tons by 2025, with solid-state battery copper foil shipments projected at around 100 tons [37] - Haopeng Technology has completed validation of a high-safety semi-solid battery and has received bulk orders from clients [38] - Junpu Intelligent has entered a strategic partnership with Enli Power to accelerate the industrialization of solid-state batteries [39]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [2][51] Core Insights - In June, the production and sales of new energy vehicles reached 1.268 million and 1.329 million units, respectively, representing year-on-year growth of 26.4% and 26.7% [41][45] - The lithium battery index has shown strong performance, with a 5.27% increase over the past two weeks, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 3.65 percentage points [4][13] - The solid-state battery industrialization process is accelerating, leading to structural incremental demand for materials and equipment in the industry chain [45] Summary by Sections Market Review - As of July 10, 2025, the lithium battery index has increased by 6.69% year-to-date, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 4.78 percentage points [4][13] - The lithium battery industry chain has seen price fluctuations, with battery-grade lithium carbonate averaging 63,400 CNY/ton, up 2.92% in the last two weeks [26][24] Price Changes in the Lithium Battery Industry Chain - As of July 10, 2025, the prices of lithium carbonate and nickel have increased, while lithium hydroxide and cobalt have decreased [24][27] - The average price of lithium hydroxide (LiOH 56.5%) is 63,100 CNY/ton, down 1.25% in the last two weeks [26][27] Industry News - The China Automotive Association reported that in June, the production and sales of new energy vehicles remained stable month-on-month, with a year-on-year growth rate that has slowed compared to previous months [41][45] - The global energy storage battery shipment volume for the first half of 2025 ranked the top ten companies, including CATL and EVE Energy [41] Company Announcements - Companies such as CATL and EVE Energy are focusing on solid-state battery materials and production capabilities, with significant advancements in their respective technologies [46][48] - Enjie Co., Ltd. has reported expected losses for the first half of 2025 due to declining profit margins in lithium battery separators [44] Weekly Insights - The report suggests focusing on leading companies in the battery and materials sectors that have technological and production advantages in solid-state electrolytes and new electrode materials [45][46]

Core Viewpoint - The solid-state battery market is experiencing increasing momentum, with the technology route becoming clearer, leading to a restructuring of the industry chain [1] Company Developments - The company is collaborating with leading battery customers to develop a new type of lithium-rich manganese-based cathode material, with the first generation currently in cell trial verification [1] - The second generation of the material aims to enhance initial discharge efficiency by reducing the lithium-rich phase content, thereby improving the electrochemical performance [1] Industry Trends - The lithium-rich manganese-based materials are characterized by high capacity, high packing density, and excellent high-temperature storage performance, making them suitable for high-end power battery applications [1] - There is potential for these lithium-rich manganese-based materials to be used in solid-state batteries, with increased cobalt content to enhance conductivity, making the quasi-single crystal materials more applicable under high voltage conditions [1]