Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the fluorochemical industry [8][9]. Core Insights - The fluorochemical industry is expected to benefit from the upcoming peak season for refrigerants driven by summer heat, with active trading in a low inventory context [2][8]. - The report highlights a significant increase in refrigerant prices, with R32 reaching 48,000 yuan/ton, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 1,000 yuan/ton [2][24]. - The implementation of the Montreal Protocol's national plan is expected to tighten supply and enhance the long-term outlook for refrigerant prices, particularly for R22 and R32 [4][56]. Summary by Sections 1. April Fluorochemical Industry Performance - As of April 28, 2025, the fluorochemical index stood at 1,232.89 points, down 2.60% from March, outperforming the Shenwan Chemical Index by 0.63 percentage points [1][16]. 2. April Refrigerant Market Review 2.1 Refrigerant Price and Spread Performance - Prices for refrigerants have shown an upward trend, with R32 and R410a experiencing significant month-on-month increases of 14% and 9% respectively in March [22][24]. - The report notes that R22 prices are stable at 36,000 yuan/ton, while R134a remains at 47,000 yuan/ton [24]. 2.2 Refrigerant Export Data Tracking - In Q1 2025, R32 exports increased by 5.3% year-on-year, while R22 exports decreased by 38.4% [31]. - March saw a significant rebound in export volumes, with R22 and R32 experiencing month-on-month growth of 165% and 150% respectively [31][32]. 2.3 Major Refrigerant Operating Rates and Production Data Tracking - The report indicates that production quotas for R22 have been reduced by 28% compared to 2024, reflecting tighter supply constraints [58]. 3. Implementation of the Montreal Protocol National Plan - The national plan aims to reduce HCFCs production and usage by 67.5% and 73.2% respectively by 2025, with a complete phase-out by 2030 [4][56]. - The report emphasizes the ongoing commitment to reducing HFCs, with a target of a 10% reduction by 2029 [4][56]. 4. Air Conditioning/Automobile/Refrigerator Production and Export Data Tracking 4.1 Air Conditioning - The report notes a continuous year-on-year increase in air conditioning production for Q2 2025, with domestic production expected to rise significantly [5][65]. 5. Key Company Profit Forecasts and Investment Ratings - Key companies such as Juhua Co., Dongyue Group, and Sanmei Co. are highlighted as having strong profit growth prospects, with Juhua Co. expected to achieve a net profit of 1.52 yuan per share in 2025 [9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the refrigerant industry, indicating a high level of industry prosperity and suggesting that related companies are likely to see significant profit increases [6][73]. Core Insights - In March 2025, refrigerant prices continued to rise, with R32, R125, and R134a prices reaching 47,000 CNY/ton, 45,000 CNY/ton, and 46,500 CNY/ton respectively, marking increases of 5.62%, 2.27%, and 3.33% compared to the end of February [6][14]. - The production of household air conditioners is expected to maintain a year-on-year growth trend, with production volumes projected at 24 million units in April, 23.9 million in May, and 21.3 million in June, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 9.10%, 13.00%, and 15.90% respectively [6][38]. - The long-term contract prices for refrigerants R32 and R410a have significantly increased, with R32 rising to 46,600 CNY/ton and R410a to 47,600 CNY/ton, both reflecting increases of 6,000 CNY/ton from the first quarter [6][68]. Summary by Sections Refrigerant Tracking - As of March 31, 2025, the prices of R32, R125, and R134a were reported at 47,000 CNY/ton, 45,000 CNY/ton, and 46,500 CNY/ton, respectively, with significant month-on-month increases [6][14]. - The production of R32, R134a, and R125 in March 2025 saw a month-on-month increase of 38.09%, 46.39%, and 33.88% respectively, while R134a experienced a year-on-year decline of 12.10% [6][15]. - The total inventory of R32, R134a, and R125 increased by 10.34%, 15.86%, and 12.34% respectively as of March 28, 2025 [6][18]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on leading companies in the refrigerant industry, such as Juhua Co., Ltd. and Sanmei Co., Ltd., as well as companies with a complete industrial chain like Jinshi Resources [6][73].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the refrigerant industry, indicating a high level of industry prosperity and suggesting that related companies are likely to see significant profit increases [6][72]. Core Insights - In March 2025, refrigerant prices continued to rise, with R32, R125, and R134a prices reaching 47,000 CNY/ton, 45,000 CNY/ton, and 46,500 CNY/ton respectively, marking increases of 5.62%, 2.27%, and 3.33% compared to the end of February [6][14]. - The production of household air conditioners is expected to maintain a year-on-year growth trend, with production volumes projected at 24 million units in April, 23.9 million in May, and 21.3 million in June, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 9.10%, 13.00%, and 15.90% respectively [6][38]. - The long-term contract prices for refrigerants R32 and R410a have significantly increased, with R32 rising to 46,600 CNY/ton and R410a to 47,600 CNY/ton, both reflecting increases of 6,000 CNY/ton from the first quarter [6][68]. Refrigerant Tracking - The production of R32, R134a, and R125 in March 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases, with R32 production up 38.09% and R134a up 46.39% [15]. - The total inventory of R32, R134a, and R125 has shown a month-on-month increase, indicating a recovery in supply levels [18]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on leading companies in the refrigerant industry, such as Juhua Co. and Sanmei Co., which are expected to benefit from the ongoing high demand and rising prices [6][72].