Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Longyuan Power (916 HK) with a target price of HKD 8.23, based on a valuation of 9 times the projected earnings for 2026 [1][6]. Core Insights - Longyuan Power's net profit for the first three quarters of the year decreased by 19.8% year-on-year to RMB 4.613 billion, primarily due to a high base from the previous year and increased depreciation costs in wind power [1][2]. - The company exceeded its expectations with a subsidy recovery amount of RMB 9.25 billion, an increase of RMB 5.8 billion year-on-year, leading to a 53% rise in operating cash flow to RMB 15.8 billion [1]. - The company aims to maintain its annual new installed capacity target of 5 GW, with a total new installed capacity of 2.27 GW achieved in the first three quarters [1][3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first nine months of 2025, revenue increased by 3.7% to RMB 22.221 billion, while net profit fell by 19.8% to RMB 4.613 billion [2]. - Operating expenses rose by 9.7% to RMB 13.960 billion, impacting operating profit, which decreased by 5.2% to RMB 9.089 billion [2]. Operational Data - The total power generation for the first three quarters reached 56.547 billion kWh, with wind and solar generation increasing by 5.3% and 77.9% year-on-year, respectively [1][3]. - The average electricity prices for wind and solar were RMB 0.423 and RMB 0.269 per kWh, reflecting a decline of 4% and 3% year-on-year [1]. Future Outlook - The adjustment of the VAT refund policy for renewable energy is expected to impact profitability, particularly for onshore wind power, starting from November 2025 [1]. - Longyuan Power has initiated internal assessments and project adjustments to mitigate the impact of these policy changes [1].