Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the refrigerant industry [13]. Core Insights - The refrigerant industry is experiencing a price increase under quota control since 2024, with significant price rises observed for various refrigerants. The sustainability and potential for further price increases are areas of market concern, which the report aims to explore [5][8]. - The report emphasizes that the price increase is not driven by traditional supply-demand mismatches but rather reflects a new operational model in the industry. The supply side is characterized by high concentration and limited capacity for new entrants, particularly in China, which holds a dominant position in production and market share [8][40]. Summary by Sections Price Sustainability - The sustainability of price increases is linked to the current position of products within their cycles. The report suggests that refrigerants have moved beyond traditional cyclical logic, indicating a potential for long-term price increases [8][36]. - The supply side is constrained, with a high concentration of market players and limited ability to increase supply globally. This is further supported by the fact that the domestic market has significant production power [8][40]. Price Potential - The report discusses the potential for price increases, noting that the historical price elasticity of refrigerants allows for significant price tolerance. For instance, R32's price has risen from 1.70 million yuan/ton to 5.40 million yuan/ton, reflecting a 217.6% increase [23]. - The report argues that the long-term production costs of alternative refrigerants (like R1234yf) do not set a ceiling for the prices of existing refrigerants, suggesting that the price of third-generation refrigerants could continue to rise [9][69]. Long-term Investment Value - The report concludes that the refrigerant industry holds substantial long-term investment value, with companies increasingly approaching traditional chemical product valuation peaks. The ongoing price increases and the unique market dynamics suggest that related companies may be undervalued [10][11]. - Specific companies such as Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., Dongyue Group, Yonghe Co., and Haohua Technology are recommended for continued investment due to their strong market positions and growth potential [11].

Market Overview - The recent escalation of tensions in the Middle East has led to a decline in A-shares, while Hong Kong stocks showed a slight decrease with the Hang Seng Index down by 0.59% [1] - Israeli airstrikes on Iran involved over 200 aircraft and more than 330 bombs, targeting key facilities related to Iran's nuclear program [1] Oil Market Impact - Brent crude oil futures surged over 13% during Asian trading on June 13, with significant increases in related stocks such as Shandong Molong up over 75% and Sinopec Oilfield Service up 25% [2][3] - In the worst-case scenario, a larger conflict could reduce Iranian oil exports by 2.1 million barrels per day, impacting global oil supply [3] Gold and Defense Sector - Gold prices typically rise during conflicts, with stocks like Chifeng Jilong Gold up over 10% and other jewelry-related companies also seeing gains [3] - The Middle East's military trade, which accounted for 36.87% of global imports from 2013 to 2022, may see increased activity, particularly benefiting domestic defense manufacturers like AVIC [3] Shipping and Utilities - The demand for shipping is strong, with companies like China Shipbuilding Leasing seeing significant stock price increases, indicating a supply-demand imbalance [4] - Utility stocks are favored in the current market environment, with companies like Anhui Expressway and Datang International Power Generation also experiencing gains [4] Pharmaceutical Sector - The pharmaceutical sector is showing signs of weakness, with companies like Junshi Biosciences experiencing a drop of over 10% due to financing activities [4] - Conversely, companies like Innovent Biologics are seeing gains, indicating a mixed performance within the sector [5] Real Estate Policy Changes - Guangzhou's proposed consumption stimulus plan includes easing restrictions on real estate, which may positively impact local developers like Yuexiu Property and China Resources Land [6] Refrigerant Market - Dongyue Group is positioned to benefit from rising refrigerant prices, with significant production capacity and market share in R22 and R32 refrigerants [7][8] - The company is expected to see substantial profit growth as refrigerant prices rise due to increased demand [7]