Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Core Viewpoints - The report expects PX, PTA, and PR to experience narrow - range fluctuations [3] Summary by Related Catalogs Price Changes - On October 28, 2025, the prices of WTI crude oil, Brent crude oil, and various upstream products such as naphtha and xylene decreased. The WTI crude oil futures settlement price was $60.15 per barrel, down 1.89% from the previous value; the Brent crude oil futures settlement price was $64.40 per barrel, down 1.86% [1]. - The prices of PTA and PX futures and spot showed mixed trends. For example, the CZCE TA main - contract settlement price was 4,614 yuan per ton, up 0.79%, and the CZCE PX main - contract settlement price was 6,612 yuan per ton, up 0.36% [1]. - The prices of PR futures and spot also changed. The CZCE PR main - contract settlement price was 5,720 yuan per ton, up 0.67%, and the prices of polyester bottle - chips in the East China and South China markets increased [1]. - The CCFEI price indices of various polyester products such as polyester staple fiber, polyester chips, and bottle - grade chips increased on October 28, 2025 [2]. Industry Information - Dushan Energy's 4 2.7 - million - ton PTA device started trial operation on October 25, 2025, and will shut down the old device after the new one runs stably [2]. - The market has initially priced in the impact of sanctions on Russia, and the upward momentum of oil prices is insufficient. In the medium - to - long - term, due to Saudi Arabia's push to regain market share, oil prices may face oversupply pressure [2]. - The domestic PX operating load is at a high level, and a device in the Northeast may complete capacity expansion at the end of the month. The demand from the PTA side is okay, and the market game atmosphere has intensified [2]. - The sentiment in the PTA market was boosted by the industry meeting. Although the new PTA capacity in East China started trial production, the expectation of anti - involution offset its impact. However, it may be difficult to coordinate a new production - cut plan [2]. - The polyester bottle - chip market in the Jiangsu - Zhejiang region had a mainstream negotiation price range of 5,730 - 5,830 yuan per ton on October 28, 2025, up 15 yuan per ton from the previous trading day. The supply - side offer intention increased, but the downstream buying was weak [2]. Production and Sales - On October 28, 2025, the operating rates of the PX, PTA, polyester, bottle - chip, and Jiangsu - Zhejiang loom industries in the polyester industry chain remained unchanged [1]. - The production - sales rates of polyester filament, polyester staple fiber, and polyester chips decreased. The polyester filament production - sales rate was 62.50%, down 7.50 percentage points; the polyester staple fiber production - sales rate was 43.50%, down 39.93 percentage points; and the polyester chip production - sales rate was 57.61%, down 164.56 percentage points [1]. Trading Volume - On October 28, 2025, the trading volume of the PX2601 contract was 162,800 lots, the trading volume of the TA2601 contract was 755,500 lots, and the trading volume of the PR2601 contract was 31,200 lots [2]

Group 1 - Oil stocks are performing actively against the market trend, with CNOOC Services (02883) up 3.05% to HKD 7.1, Shanghai Petrochemical (00338) up 2.94% to HKD 1.4, PetroChina (00857) up 1.15% to HKD 7.89, and CNOOC (00883) up 1.04% to HKD 19.52 [1] - On October 22, Brent crude oil futures increased by 2% to USD 62.41 per barrel, while WTI crude oil futures rose to over USD 58, gaining nearly 2% [1] - Ping An Securities noted that the easing of Middle Eastern geopolitical conflicts has led to a reduction in oil price risk premium, but risks from the Russia-Ukraine conflict and US-Venezuela tensions remain, alongside uncertainties regarding US government operations, tariffs, and interest rate cuts, suggesting that oil prices may experience volatility [1]

Group 1 - The oil sector experienced a significant rally on the 22nd, with companies like Keli Co., Ltd. rising over 10%, and others such as Beiken Energy and PetroChina reaching their daily limit up [1] - The U.S. Department of Energy announced plans to purchase 1 million barrels of crude oil to replenish its strategic petroleum reserve, utilizing $171 million allocated from the "Big and Beautiful Act" [1] - Major international agencies IEA, EIA, and OPEC released monthly reports indicating an upward adjustment in crude oil production forecasts for the next two years, while demand remains weak, suggesting a continued oversupply situation [1] Group 2 - Ping An Securities noted that the easing of Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions may lead to a reduction in oil price risk premiums, but ongoing risks from Russia-Ukraine and U.S.-Venezuela situations, along with uncertainties in U.S. government operations and trade policies, could result in volatile oil prices [2] - In the medium to long term, oil prices are expected to be anchored by fundamentals, with concerns about further downward adjustments as OPEC+ continues to increase production [2] - Domestic oil companies are reducing their sensitivity to oil price fluctuations through integrated upstream and downstream operations and diversifying their oil and gas sources, while also increasing investments in domestic offshore oil and gas resources to decrease reliance on foreign energy [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Strong Buy" rating for the oil and petrochemical sector [1]. Core Viewpoints - Geopolitical risks in the Middle East have eased, leading to a continued downward trend in oil prices. WTI crude futures fell by 1.00% and Brent crude futures by 1.21% during the period from October 10 to October 17, 2025 [6]. - OPEC's latest monthly market report maintains its global oil demand growth forecast for the next two years, predicting an increase of 1.3 million barrels per day in 2025 and 1.4 million barrels per day in 2026 [6]. - The domestic oil companies are reducing their sensitivity to oil price fluctuations through upstream and downstream integration and diversifying their oil and gas sources [7]. Summary by Sections Oil and Petrochemicals - Geopolitical tensions have decreased, resulting in a downward trend in oil prices. The easing of risks is reflected in the signing of a ceasefire agreement in Gaza and calls for further implementation of the ceasefire by the UN [6]. - The U.S. government is facing a budget impasse, which is impacting economic operations and creating uncertainty regarding fiscal policies [6]. - The report suggests that while short-term oil price risks may persist, the long-term outlook remains anchored by fundamental demand growth [7]. Fluorochemicals - The supply of popular fluorinated refrigerants is tight, leading to continued price increases. R32 refrigerant prices remain high, and R134a prices are also on the rise due to supply constraints and increasing domestic demand [6][7]. - The report highlights that the production of second-generation refrigerants is declining, while third-generation refrigerants have limited quota increases, stabilizing market competition [6]. Semiconductor Materials - The semiconductor sector is experiencing an upward cycle, supported by improving fundamentals and domestic substitution trends. The report recommends focusing on companies like Nanda Optoelectronics and Shanghai Xinyang [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the oil and petrochemical sector [1]. Core Views - The Israeli government's approval of the Gaza ceasefire agreement has led to a continued decline in oil prices, with WTI crude futures dropping by 4.15% and Brent crude by 3.53% during the specified period [6]. - Geopolitical tensions remain, particularly with the U.S. halting diplomatic engagement with Venezuela and potential military escalations, which could disrupt Venezuelan oil supplies [6]. - OPEC+ plans a cautious production increase of 137,000 barrels per day in November 2025, but Russia advocates for maintaining current production levels to avoid downward pressure on oil prices [6]. - The EIA has raised its short-term price forecasts for WTI to $65 per barrel and Brent to $68.64 per barrel, while also slightly increasing U.S. oil production expectations to 13.53 million barrels per day [6]. - The report highlights a tightening supply in the fluorochemical sector, with prices for popular refrigerants like R32 and R134a remaining stable at high levels due to production constraints and increasing demand from the air conditioning and automotive sectors [6]. Summary by Sections Oil and Petrochemicals - The report discusses the impact of geopolitical events on oil prices, noting a significant drop in both WTI and Brent crude prices following the ceasefire agreement [6]. - It tracks OPEC+ production strategies and U.S. oil production forecasts, indicating a cautious approach to increasing supply amidst fluctuating demand [6][7]. Fluorochemicals - The fluorochemical market is experiencing a tight supply for popular refrigerants, with stable high prices due to production limitations and recovering demand in the domestic market [6]. - The report notes a projected increase in production for household air conditioners and automotive refrigerants, driven by government incentives [6]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on the oil and petrochemical sector, particularly on companies with resilient earnings such as China National Petroleum, Sinopec, and CNOOC [7]. - In the fluorochemical sector, it recommends companies leading in third-generation refrigerant production and upstream fluorite resources [7]. - The semiconductor materials sector is also highlighted, with a positive outlook due to inventory reduction trends and domestic substitution [7].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints of the Report - For crude oil, supply changes are expected to be the dominant factor for prices, and demand lacks significant growth drivers. OPEC+ will maintain a 137,000 barrels per day production increase in November, which is lower than market expectations. Geopolitical risk premiums have eased, and long - term oil prices are expected to be under pressure, with Brent oil prices likely to oscillate between $60 - 75 per barrel [4]. - For PX & PTA, the PX device operating rate remains high, but downstream maintenance increases and the supply - demand balance weakens. PTA processing margins have dropped, and it is expected to follow cost fluctuations. [4] - For MEG, after the holiday, the operating rate and port inventory have increased, and the supply - demand pattern has shifted to inventory accumulation. The market is expected to be weak in the short term [5]. - For BZ & EB, the pure benzene operating rate has slightly declined but remains high. The demand for downstream products is expected to recover, but the market is affected by new device launches. Short - term prices are expected to follow the weak oscillation of crude oil. The supply of styrene is expected to increase, and with high inventories and poor terminal demand, it is expected to be in a weak oscillation [5]. Summary by Related Catalogs Crude Oil - Supply changes are expected to dominate prices, and demand lacks significant growth drivers. OPEC+ will maintain a 137,000 barrels per day production increase in November, lower than market expectations. Geopolitical risk premiums have eased, and long - term oil prices are expected to be under pressure, with Brent oil prices likely to oscillate between $60 - 75 per barrel [4]. PX & PTA - PX device operating rate remains high, but downstream maintenance increases and the supply - demand balance weakens. PXN is expected to be weak. PTA device changes are frequent, processing margins have dropped to around 165 yuan/ton, and it is expected to follow cost fluctuations [4]. - Domestic PX weekly average capacity utilization is 88.23%, up 0.34% from last week. Asian PX weekly average capacity utilization is 76.97% (+0.19%). PX - naphtha spread remains around $220 per ton. Some PX devices have restarted or are under maintenance. PXN is expected to be weak, and attention should be paid to the commissioning time of a 3 million - ton new capacity in the fourth quarter [8]. - PTA spot price is 4,500 yuan/ton, down 67 yuan/ton from last week. The futures basis of the main contract is - 63 yuan/ton, down 6 yuan/ton from last week. Weekly average capacity utilization is 77.84%, up 0.35% from last week. After new device commissioning in October, supply pressure remains, and it is expected to follow cost fluctuations [14]. MEG - After the holiday, the MEG operating rate has recovered, and East China port inventory has significantly increased. The supply - demand pattern has shifted to inventory accumulation, and the market is expected to be weak in the short term [5]. - The market price of ethylene glycol this week is 4,214 yuan/ton, down 71 yuan/ton from last week. The total domestic ethylene glycol capacity utilization is 70.01%, up 3.27% from last week. The port inventory has increased to 443,100 tons, up 42,800 tons from last week. The futures price has declined, and the market is weak [19]. BZ & EB - The pure benzene operating rate has slightly declined to 78.35% but remains high. The demand for downstream products is expected to recover, but the market is affected by new device launches. Short - term prices are expected to follow the weak oscillation of crude oil. The supply of styrene is expected to increase, and with high inventories and poor terminal demand, it is expected to be in a weak oscillation [5]. - This week, the pure benzene operating rate is 79.29%, up 0.55% from last week; the styrene operating rate is 71.24%, down 2.37% from last week. The downstream S - product comprehensive operating rate is weak, and the inventory pressure is high. The short - term fundamentals have limited improvement, and it is expected to be in a weak oscillation [32]. Polyester Industry - This week, the average weekly capacity utilization of the domestic polyester industry is 87.8%, up 0.89% from last week. The comprehensive operating rate of chemical fiber weaving in Jiangsu and Zhejiang is 64.06%, up 0.94% from the previous period. The average number of terminal weaving order days is 14.29 days, down 1.71 days from last week. Factory inventories have increased, and the industry is under pressure [26].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information about the industry investment rating in the provided reports. 2. Core Views of the Report - The oil price is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short - term due to inventory depletion, geopolitical factors, and market sentiment. The Brent crude oil has strong support at the $65 level [1]. - The prices of high - and low - sulfur fuel oil may rebound slightly following the oil price, but the upside space is limited due to increasing supply in the future [2]. - The asphalt price is expected to remain stable in the short - term, and attention should be paid to the actual realization of the demand peak season [2]. - The prices of polyester products such as TA and ethylene glycol are expected to fluctuate weakly due to factors like increased maintenance in the fourth quarter, slow recovery of terminal demand, and pressure on long - term oil prices [4]. - The rubber price is expected to fluctuate mainly due to the slow recovery of production, stable downstream tire demand, and weakening export support [6]. - The methanol price is expected to enter a phased bottom, and the basis will gradually strengthen, but there are risks in short - term unilateral long positions [6]. - The polyolefin market will show a weakly fluctuating pattern with marginal improvement in demand and little change in supply [8]. - The PVC price is expected to fluctuate weakly due to high - level supply, slow recovery of domestic demand, and weakening exports [8][9]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Views - **Crude Oil**: On Wednesday, the oil price center continued to rise. The EIA reported a decline in US crude and refined product inventories last week. An agreement on resuming oil exports in the Iraqi Kurdistan region was reached. The Brent crude has strong support at $65, and the oil price is expected to fluctuate strongly in the short - term [1]. - **Fuel Oil**: On Wednesday, the prices of high - and low - sulfur fuel oil rose. Attacks on Russian oil infrastructure and changes in supply affected the market. High - sulfur fuel oil has short - term support, but increasing supply will pressure the market in the future [2]. - **Asphalt**: On Wednesday, the asphalt price rose. The social inventory rate decreased, the refinery inventory level increased, and the plant operating rate increased. The traditional consumption peak season has备货 demand, but high - level supply may limit price increases [2]. - **Polyester**: On Wednesday, the prices of TA, EG, and PX rose. Some devices were affected by typhoons and other factors. The fundamentals are under pressure, and the prices are expected to fluctuate weakly [4]. - **Rubber**: On Wednesday, the prices of various types of rubber rose. There were disturbances in production areas, and the supply and demand increased simultaneously. The price is expected to fluctuate mainly [6]. - **Methanol**: Supply is at a low level due to domestic and overseas device maintenance. The Xingxing device has resumed production, and the port inventory is expected to decline. The price is expected to enter a phased bottom [6]. - **Polyolefin**: The prices of polyolefin products are given. Supply will remain high, and demand is improving with the arrival of the peak season. The market will show a weakly fluctuating pattern [8]. - **PVC**: The PVC market price was adjusted. Domestic real estate construction is stabilizing but weak year - on - year. Supply is high, demand recovery is slow, and exports are affected by policies. The price is expected to fluctuate weakly [8][9]. 3.2 Daily Data Monitoring - The report provides data on the basis, basis rate, price changes, etc. of various energy - chemical varieties such as crude oil, liquefied petroleum gas, asphalt, etc. on September 24 and 23 [10]. 3.3 Market News - The EIA reported that US crude and refined product inventories decreased last week, and the net import volume of crude oil increased while the export volume decreased [12]. - Eight oil companies in the Iraqi Kurdistan region reached a principle agreement on resuming oil exports, which will allow about 230,000 barrels per day of crude oil to be transported through the Iraq - Turkey pipeline [12]. 3.4 Chart Analysis - **4.1 Main Contract Prices**: The report presents charts of the closing prices of main contracts of various energy - chemical products from 2021 to 2025, including crude oil, fuel oil, etc. [14][15][18] - **4.2 Main Contract Basis**: Charts of the basis of main contracts of various products such as crude oil, fuel oil, etc. are provided [29][33][37] - **4.3 Inter - period Contract Spreads**: Charts of the spreads of inter - period contracts of various products such as fuel oil, asphalt, etc. are presented [43][45][48] - **4.4 Inter - variety Spreads**: Charts of the spreads and ratios between different varieties such as crude oil, fuel oil, etc. are shown [59][61][66] - **4.5 Production Profits**: Charts of the production profits of products such as ethylene - made ethylene glycol, PP, etc. are provided [69][70] 3.5 Team Member Introduction - The report introduces the members of the energy - chemical research team, including their positions, educational backgrounds, honors, and professional experiences [75][76][77]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided regarding the report industry investment rating. 2. Core View of the Report The report suggests that crude oil prices may maintain a volatile trend in the short term. Supply - side factors such as EU sanctions on Russia and a decline in Saudi crude oil inventory may limit supply and support oil prices. However, futures prices have declined slightly, and there is bearish sentiment in the market. If demand does not improve significantly, it will also restrict the upside potential of oil prices [1][5]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Daily Market Summary - **Crude Oil Futures Market Data Changes**: On September 22, SC futures price dropped to 483.0 yuan/barrel, a 0.82% decline from September 19; WTI futures price decreased to 62.34 dollars/barrel, a 0.03% decline; Brent futures price fell to 66.01 dollars/barrel, a 0.06% decline. Most spreads weakened, with SC - Brent spread down 22.31%, SC - WTI spread down 9.17%, Brent - WTI spread down 0.54%, and SC continuous - 3 spread down 42.22% [1]. 3.2 Analysis of Industrial Chain Supply - Demand and Inventory Changes - **Supply Side**: On September 19, the EU passed a new round of sanctions against Russia, which may affect Russian crude oil supply and trade. Saudi's crude oil inventory in July decreased by 7.062 million barrels to 145.352 million barrels, indicating a possible supply tightening [2]. - **Demand Side**: The demand during the autumn - winter distillate oil stocking season was poor, leading to a counter - seasonal increase in inventory. The US refinery operating rate dropped by 3.6 percentage points to 93.3%, suggesting the start of traditional autumn inspections and the approaching end of seasonal peak demand, which may cause an imbalance in the crude oil supply - demand pattern [3]. - **Inventory Side**: On September 22, the medium - sulfur crude oil futures warehouse receipts remained unchanged at 5.401 million barrels; fuel oil futures warehouse receipts were 127,140 tons, unchanged; low - sulfur fuel oil warehouse futures receipts were 10,020 tons, unchanged [4]. 3.3 Industrial Chain Price Monitoring - **Crude Oil**: Futures prices of SC, WTI, and Brent all declined slightly. Most spot prices also decreased, with Dubai's price down 1.04%. Among spreads, SC - Brent spread decreased by 22.31%. US commercial crude oil inventory decreased by 2.19%, and the US refinery weekly operating rate dropped by 1.69% [7]. - **Fuel Oil**: Futures prices of FU, LU, and NYMEX fuel all declined. Most spot and paper - cargo prices showed changes, with Singapore's inventory decreasing by 4.21% [8]. 3.4 Industry Dynamics and Interpretation - **Supply**: On September 19, the EU passed a new round of sanctions against Russia, covering energy, financial services, and trade restrictions [9][11][13]. - **Inventory**: Saudi's crude oil inventory in July decreased by 7.062 million barrels to 145.352 million barrels. Some futures warehouse receipts remained unchanged, while some decreased, like the petroleum asphalt futures warehouse receipts [12]. 3.5 Industrial Chain Data Charts The report provides multiple data charts, including those related to WTI, Brent prices and spreads, US crude oil production, OPEC production, refinery operating rates, and inventories, with data sources such as WIND, EIA, and PAJ [14][16][18]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the oil and petrochemical sector [1]. Core Viewpoints - Geopolitical risks in the Middle East and Ukraine are supporting oil prices, which are expected to remain volatile in the short term. The report notes that WTI crude futures saw a slight increase of 0.03%, while Brent crude futures decreased by 0.33% during the specified period [6]. - OPEC+ is pushing for increased production despite low international oil prices, aiming to regain market share, which may lead to further pressure on global oil supply [6]. - The demand side shows significant crude oil inventory reductions in the U.S., with gasoline also experiencing a drawdown, providing some support for oil prices. However, as the summer travel season ends, refined oil consumption is expected to shift from peak to off-peak [6]. - In the fluorochemical sector, popular refrigerants like R32 and R134a continue to see price increases due to tight supply and steady demand from downstream industries such as automotive and air conditioning [6]. - The report highlights the strong growth in China's automotive production and sales, which increased by 13.0% and 16.4% year-on-year, respectively, in August 2025, boosting demand for refrigerants [6]. Summary by Sections Oil and Petrochemical - Geopolitical tensions are providing short-term support for oil prices, with WTI and Brent prices showing mixed trends [6]. - OPEC+ discussions on production capacity are ongoing, with a focus on regaining market share despite low prices [6]. - U.S. crude oil inventory reductions and seasonal shifts in refined oil consumption are influencing market dynamics [6]. Fluorochemical - The market for refrigerants remains tight, with prices for R32 and R134a continuing to rise [6]. - Demand from the automotive and air conditioning sectors is supported by government policies promoting consumption [6]. - The reduction in production quotas for second-generation refrigerants is expected to tighten supply further [6]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on the oil and petrochemical sector, fluorochemical sector, and semiconductor materials. It highlights the resilience of major domestic oil companies in the face of price volatility and recommends monitoring companies like China National Petroleum, Sinopec, and CNOOC [7]. - In the fluorochemical sector, companies leading in third-generation refrigerant production and upstream fluorite resources are recommended for investment [7]. - The semiconductor materials sector is also highlighted for its positive trends in inventory reduction and domestic substitution [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for key companies in the oil and gas sector, specifically recommending China National Petroleum Corporation, China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation, China National Offshore Oil Corporation, Zhongman Petroleum and Natural Gas, and New Natural Gas [4]. Core Insights - The ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve are expected to keep oil prices fluctuating in the short term. The Brent crude oil price peaked at over $68 per barrel recently, but has since retreated following the Fed's rate cut and the EU's price cap on Russian oil [1][7]. - The report highlights that the EU plans to intensify sanctions against Russia's oil sector, targeting various critical aspects of the global oil industry, although previous sanctions have had limited impact on Russian oil exports [1][7]. - The report anticipates that oil prices will remain supported by the Fed's ongoing rate cuts and OPEC+'s production increase plans, leading to a predominantly volatile market in the near term [1][7]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - As of September 19, the Brent crude oil futures settled at $66.68 per barrel, down 0.46% week-on-week, while WTI futures settled at $62.68 per barrel, down 0.02% [2][35]. - The U.S. crude oil production decreased to 13.48 million barrels per day, a decline of 10,000 barrels from the previous week, and the refinery throughput also fell by 390,000 barrels per day [2][8]. Inventory and Supply Dynamics - U.S. commercial crude oil inventories decreased by 9.29 million barrels to 41.536 million barrels as of September 12, while gasoline inventories fell by 2.35 million barrels [3][9]. - The report notes a significant drop in Russian oil exports due to drone attacks affecting key facilities, with estimates suggesting a reduction in refining capacity to below 5 million barrels per day [27]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on three main investment themes: 1. Investing in leading companies with strong performance and high dividends, such as China National Petroleum and China Petroleum & Chemical [11]. 2. Considering companies with stable earnings and low production costs, like China National Offshore Oil Corporation [11]. 3. Monitoring companies in the growth phase of production, such as New Natural Gas and Zhongman Petroleum and Natural Gas [11]. Company Performance - The report indicates that the oil and gas sector underperformed compared to the broader market, with the sector down 1.9% as of September 19, while the Shanghai Composite Index fell by 1.3% [12][13]. - Notable stock movements include Baoli International, which saw a significant increase of 15.24%, while Bohui Co. experienced a decline of 7.02% [17][19].