Market Performance - The basic chemical index increased by 0.90% from January 10 to January 16, outperforming the CSI 300 index, which decreased by 0.57%, by 1.47 percentage points, ranking 8th among all sectors [1][2] - The top-performing sub-industries included rubber additives (5.80%), synthetic resins (4.90%), potassium fertilizers (4.85%), textile chemicals (3.03%), and carbon black (2.91%) [1][2] Chemical Price Trends - The top five products with the highest weekly price increases were liquid chlorine (133.33%), industrial-grade lithium carbonate (12.69%), battery-grade lithium carbonate (12.33%), propylene oxide (8.86%), and coal tar (Shanxi Dongyi) (8.53%) [3] - The top five products with the largest weekly price declines were hydrochloric acid (Jiangsu) (-25.00%), concentrated nitric acid (Jinhe Industry) (-8.82%), crude phenol (-7.97%), hydrochloric acid (Shandong) (-7.69%), and hydrogen peroxide (-6.25%) [3] Industry Dynamics - Some refrigerant companies announced profit growth forecasts for 2025, with Sanmei Co. expecting a net profit of 1.99 to 2.15 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 155.66% to 176.11%, and Yonghe Co. forecasting a net profit of 530 to 630 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 110.87% to 150.66% [4] - The competitive landscape for third-generation refrigerants (HFCs) is expected to continue improving, with price increases being a major factor for profit growth [4] - As of January 16, the market prices for mainstream third-generation refrigerants R32, R125, and R134a in East China were 62,500, 48,000, and 56,000 yuan per ton, respectively, with increases of 0%, 7%, and 7% since Q4 2025, and year-to-date increases of 44%, 22%, and 37% [4] Investment Recommendations - Current investment focus areas include the refrigerant sector, with recommendations for Jinshi Resources, Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., and Yonghe Co. [6] - The chemical fiber sector is also highlighted, with suggested companies including Huafeng Chemical, Xin Fengming, and Taihe New Materials [6] - Other recommended companies include Wanhua Chemical, Hualu Hengsheng, Luxi Chemical, and Baofeng Energy [6] - The tire sector recommendations include Sailun Tire, Senqilin, and Linglong Tire [6] - In the agricultural chemicals sector, recommended companies are Yara International, Salt Lake Co., Xingfa Group, Yuntianhua, and Yangnong Chemical [6] - High-quality growth targets include Blue Sky Technology, Shengquan Group, and Shandong Heda [6] - The basic chemical industry maintains an "overweight" rating [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the basic chemical industry [1][7]. Core Viewpoints - The basic chemical index underperformed the CSI 300 index by 1.05 percentage points, with a decline of 1.23% over the past week [3][13]. - Key sub-industries showing positive performance include rubber additives (16.99%), polyurethane (3.37%), carbon black (3.30%), titanium dioxide (2.38%), and spandex (2.33%) [14]. - The report highlights significant price increases in several chemical products, with sodium rising by 18.03%, coal tar (Tai Steel Coking) by 11.43%, and acrylic acid by 10.79% [20][25]. Summary by Sections Market Trends - The basic chemical index decreased by 1.23%, while the CSI 300 index fell by 0.18%, indicating a relative underperformance of the basic chemical sector [3][13]. - The top-performing sub-industries included rubber additives and polyurethane, while the overall sector ranked 21st among all sectors [14]. Chemical Price Trends - The top five products with the highest weekly price increases were sodium (18.03%), coal tar (Tai Steel Coking) (11.43%), acrylic acid (10.79%), international phosphate rock (10.00%), and coal tar (Yangtze River Delta) (7.84%) [20][25]. - Conversely, the products with the largest price declines included trichloromethane (-6.81%), butadiene (-5.41%), and raw salt (-4.00%) [20][21]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on several key sectors: 1. Refrigerants, with companies like Jinshi Resources and Juhua Co. recommended. 2. Chemical fibers, with a focus on Huafeng Chemical and Xin Fengming. 3. Quality stocks such as Wanhua Chemical and Hualu Hengsheng. 4. Tire sector, recommending Sailun Tire and Senqilin. 5. Agricultural chemicals, with a focus on Yara International and Salt Lake Co. 6. Growth stocks like Blue Sky Technology and Shengquan Group [7][42].