Core Viewpoint - The photovoltaic (PV) sector is experiencing a rebound in stock prices due to expectations of production cuts and rising prices in the upstream supply chain, despite a slowdown in terminal demand [1][2][4]. Group 1: Market Performance - The photovoltaic index has risen significantly, with the photovoltaic ETF (515790.OF) increasing by over 14% since the last week of June, and 20 PV stocks have seen gains exceeding 20% [1][2]. - The price of silicon materials has increased by over 6% week-on-week, with rumors of silicon wafer companies raising their prices by 8% to 11.7% [1][2][3]. - The main multi-crystalline silicon futures contract has risen by 5% as of July 10, with a cumulative rebound of nearly 35% since June 26 [2]. Group 2: Company Performance - TCL Zhonghuan (002129.SZ) is expected to report a significant increase in net profit losses for Q2, with estimates ranging from 4 billion to 4.5 billion yuan, attributed to falling product prices and inventory pressures [5]. - Aiko Solar (爱旭股份, 600732.SH) anticipates a turnaround in Q2, projecting a net profit loss of 170 million to 280 million yuan, a significant improvement compared to previous losses exceeding 5 billion yuan [4][5]. - The performance of companies in the PV sector is showing divergence, with some manufacturers experiencing worsening losses while others manage to narrow their losses through product differentiation [4]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The industry is facing challenges such as overcapacity, homogeneous competition, and low-price competition, prompting a shift towards production cuts and policy adjustments to address these issues [2][6]. - The domestic PV market's terminal demand is currently weak, and the sustainability of price increases will depend on effective policies to regulate price competition and excess capacity [6]. - Analysts suggest that the focus should be on the rapid technological iteration in battery cells and the high-cost silicon material segment, which may lead to the exit of less efficient production capacities [6].