Investment Rating - Industry investment rating: Stronger than the market, maintained [1] Core Viewpoints - Focus on the progress of phasing out outdated capacity and upgrading in the petrochemical industry [2] - The petrochemical index performed relatively well this week, closing at 2272.55 points, up 1.13% from last week [5] - The best performer within the petrochemical sector was oil extraction III, which rose by 2.83% [3][5] Summary by Sections 1. Oil Market - Energy prices have shown a slight decline; as of July 18, Brent crude futures and TTF natural gas futures closed at $69.33 per barrel and €33.71 per MWh, down 1.4% and 5.3% respectively [8] - U.S. crude oil inventory increased by 9,346 thousand barrels to 1,255,837 thousand barrels, while total inventory (including strategic reserves) rose by 9,046 thousand barrels to 1,658,540 thousand barrels [12] 2. Polyester - The price of polyester filament has decreased, with POY, DTY, and FDY prices at 6,550, 7,800, and 6,800 yuan per ton respectively, showing mixed changes in price spreads [17] - The inventory days for polyester filament in Jiangsu and Zhejiang increased, with FDY, DTY, and POY inventory days at 25.6, 30.7, and 25.4 days [22] 3. Olefins - Sample prices for polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) remained stable at 7,700 and 8,200 yuan per ton, with a total petrochemical inventory of 770,000 tons, an increase of 40,000 tons from last week [26]

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is set to release a work plan aimed at stabilizing growth in ten key industries, including steel, non-ferrous metals, and petrochemicals [1] Group 1: Industry Focus - The plan will focus on structural adjustments, optimizing supply, and eliminating outdated production capacity in key industries [1]

Core Insights - China is the world's largest exporter of household textiles, with a projected export value of $48.5 billion in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 5.6% [1] - The export value of bedding products is expected to reach $15.4 billion in 2024, with a growth rate of 6%, and cotton products accounting for 26% of this category [1] - The household textile industry is focusing on "optimizing supply and promoting consumption" to break away from traditional models and drive economic growth [1] Industry Overview - The household textile sector includes bedding, fabric products, kitchen and bathroom textiles, towels, carpets, and outdoor travel textiles [1] - The annual fiber consumption in the household textile industry is approximately 3.5 million tons, primarily using cotton fibers for bedding and towels [1] - High-quality, high-value cotton household textiles maintain strong international competitiveness in markets like the US and Europe, with significant growth potential in emerging markets along the Belt and Road Initiative [2] Cotton Industry Insights - The cotton planting area in China has reached 4.4823 million acres this year, with good growth conditions reported [2] - The establishment of a cotton standard and certification system is aimed at promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly practices within the cotton industry [2] - The cotton industry is encouraged to adopt new technologies and management practices to enhance production quality and efficiency, focusing on green and sustainable development [2]

Core Viewpoint - The government work report emphasizes the dual focus on risk prevention and market stabilization in the real estate sector, aiming to promote demand and optimize supply while ensuring housing delivery and quality [3][4][5]. Group 1: Risk Prevention and Market Stabilization - The report identifies risk prevention as the primary task for the real estate sector, highlighting the need to manage risks associated with key enterprises and ensure no systemic risks arise [4][5]. - Local governments are encouraged to implement measures to stabilize the real estate market, with over 14 provinces already committing to "stop the decline and stabilize" the market [4][5]. - The report introduces the "Financial 16 Measures" to alleviate liquidity pressures on quality real estate companies, with a focus on ensuring housing delivery [4][5][11]. Group 2: Demand Side Measures - The report advocates for the reduction of restrictive measures tailored to local conditions, aiming to stimulate both rigid and improvement housing demand [6][8]. - Emphasis is placed on accelerating the renovation of urban villages and dilapidated housing, which is expected to enhance purchasing power and improve mortgage expectations [6][8]. - Various cities, including Jiangsu, Anhui, Guangdong, and Fujian, are already implementing urban village and dilapidated housing renovations to support market recovery [6][8]. Group 3: Supply Side Optimization - The report outlines a strategy to optimize new supply and revitalize existing inventory, focusing on controlling new land supply while enhancing urban renewal efforts [8][9]. - Local governments are granted greater autonomy in the acquisition of existing residential properties, with an emphasis on utilizing special bonds for land acquisition and inventory reduction [8][9]. - The government plans to issue 4.4 trillion yuan in special bonds to support investment in construction, land acquisition, and the purchase of existing properties [8][9][24]. Group 4: New Development Model - A new development model for the real estate sector is proposed, focusing on high-quality housing that meets the diverse needs of the population [13][15]. - The model emphasizes the importance of quality in development, with a shift from quantity-driven growth to a focus on sustainable and innovative practices [15][16]. - The report highlights the need for a balanced approach to land supply and housing demand, ensuring that housing quality aligns with the expectations of residents [13][15]. Group 5: Economic and Employment Goals - The government sets a GDP growth target of around 5% and aims to create over 12 million new urban jobs, linking economic stability to housing consumption [19][20]. - Policies are designed to enhance residents' income and employment, which are crucial for boosting housing demand and consumer confidence [19][20]. - The report emphasizes the importance of a coordinated policy approach to ensure effective implementation and positive market expectations [19][20].