Core Viewpoint - The report from Galaxy Securities indicates that Brent crude oil prices are expected to operate weakly in October, with a price range of $60-67 per barrel, while suggesting investment opportunities in private refining, polyester filament, and modified plastics sectors [1] Group 1: Oil Price Trends - In September, the average prices for Brent and WTI were $67.6 and $63.6 per barrel, showing changes of 0.5% and -0.7% respectively [2] - OPEC+ agreed to increase oil production by 137,000 barrels per day in October, marking the sixth consecutive month of production increase announcements [2] - Geopolitical tensions, particularly due to the Ukraine conflict, have led to disruptions, including the paralysis of oil loading facilities in Russia, affecting exports of approximately 2 million barrels per day [2] Group 2: Demand and Supply Dynamics - U.S. refinery utilization rate was 91.4% as of September 26, down 2.9 percentage points from the end of August, with expectations of seasonal declines [2] - As of September 26, U.S. commercial crude oil inventories stood at 416.55 million barrels, a decrease of 4.16 million barrels since the end of August [2] Group 3: China's Oil and Gas Demand - From January to August, China's apparent crude oil demand increased by 1.6% year-on-year, with crude processing at 488 million tons, up 3.2% [3] - China's natural gas apparent consumption rose by 0.9% year-on-year, with production increasing by 6.2% [4] - In the same period, China's refined oil apparent demand fell by 2.6% year-on-year, with gasoline consumption down by 5.2% [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook for the stock price over the next six months [9][11]. Core Views - The company's earnings are expected to show resilience, with a projected EPS of 1.10 yuan for 2025, 1.57 yuan for 2026, and 1.83 yuan for 2027, reflecting a PE ratio of 14.15, 9.90, and 8.52 respectively based on the closing price as of April 22, 2025 [7][9]. - The company is positioned to benefit from a new cycle of refining industry prosperity due to its integrated cost advantages and strong market position as a leading private refining enterprise [7][9]. - The report highlights the company's robust cash flow and reduced capital expenditures, which support its long-term dividend-paying capability [9]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved total revenue of 236.4 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.65%, and a net profit of 7.04 billion yuan, up 2.01% year-on-year [9]. - The first quarter of 2025 saw a revenue of 57.02 billion yuan, a decrease of 2.34% year-on-year, but a sequential improvement in net profit by 5.78% [9]. Cost and Pricing Dynamics - The report notes a decline in energy costs, with Brent crude oil averaging $80 per barrel in 2024, down 2.8% year-on-year, which enhances the company's cost advantages [9]. - The company is expected to benefit from the integration of oil and coal, with a continued favorable supply-demand balance in the coal market [9]. Product Development and Market Expansion - The company has successfully launched several new polyester materials, with sales reaching 5.64 million tons in 2024, a 38% increase year-on-year, contributing significantly to revenue [9]. - Ongoing projects in functional film production and lithium battery separators are expected to further enhance the company's market position and profitability [9]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The company maintained a dividend payout ratio of 44.97% in 2024, with a total dividend amounting to 3.168 billion yuan, indicating a commitment to returning value to shareholders [9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook for the stock price over the next six months [7][9]. Core Insights - The company's earnings are expected to show resilience, with a projected EPS of 1.10 yuan for 2025, 1.57 yuan for 2026, and 1.83 yuan for 2027, reflecting a PE ratio of 14.15, 9.90, and 8.52 respectively [7][9]. - The company is positioned to benefit from a new cycle of refining industry prosperity due to its integrated cost advantages and strong market position as a leading private refining enterprise [7][9]. - The report highlights the company's ability to enhance dividends, reinforcing its status as a leading player in the industry [7]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved total revenue of 236.4 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.65%, and a net profit of 7.04 billion yuan, up 2.01% year-on-year [9]. - The first quarter of 2025 saw a revenue of 57.02 billion yuan, a decrease of 2.34% year-on-year, but a sequential improvement in net profit by 5.78% [9]. Cost and Pricing Dynamics - The report notes a decline in energy costs, which enhances the company's integrated cost advantages in the "oil-coal-chemical" sector [9]. - The average Brent crude oil price in 2024 was $80 per barrel, down 2.8% year-on-year, while coal prices continued to decline due to a relaxed supply-demand balance [9]. Product Development and Market Expansion - The company has successfully launched several new polyester material projects, with sales volume reaching 5.64 million tons in 2024, a 38% increase year-on-year [9]. - The report anticipates that the company will become a leading global producer of functional membrane materials as new production lines are gradually put into operation [9]. Cash Flow and Dividend Policy - The company reported a robust operating cash flow of 22.73 billion yuan in 2024, indicating strong operational resilience [9]. - With a dividend payout ratio of 44.97% in 2024, the company is expected to continue its trend of increasing dividends as capital expenditures decrease [9].