Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [2] Core Insights - The company reported a significant improvement in the marginal profitability of thermal power generation, with five new power stations set to contribute to future growth in hydropower [1] - The company achieved a total operating revenue of 125.205 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 6.47%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 6.777 billion yuan, down 26.27% year-on-year [7] - The report highlights a recovery in thermal power generation growth, with a notable increase in electricity demand driven by extreme weather conditions [7] - Hydropower generation is expected to improve with the upcoming commissioning of five new hydropower stations, which will support rapid growth in hydropower output starting next year [7] - The company has effectively reduced management and financial costs, contributing to improved profitability [7] - The profit forecast for the company remains at 7.332 billion yuan for 2025, with a corresponding PE ratio of 13 [6][7] Financial Data and Profit Forecast - Total operating revenue for 2025 is projected at 173.973 billion yuan, with a year-on-year decrease of 2.9% [6] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to be 7.332 billion yuan for 2025, with a significant drop from the previous year [6] - The company plans to maintain a cash dividend policy of at least 60% of the annual net profit, resulting in a dividend per share of no less than 0.22 yuan, leading to a current dividend yield of at least 4.14% [7]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price of RMB 6.11 [6][22]. Core Views - The company has exceeded expectations with its dividend commitment, offering a minimum dividend yield of 4.9% for 2025-2027, which combines high dividend value with growth potential from hydropower projects [4][6]. - The company reported a revenue of RMB 77.655 billion for 1H25, a year-on-year decrease of 9.52%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 3.687 billion, down 45.11% year-on-year [1][4]. - The company is expected to benefit from the recovery of thermal power generation in 3Q25 due to high temperatures in East China during the peak summer season [2][3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 1H25, the company's thermal power generation was 151.84 billion kWh, a decrease of 7.5% year-on-year, with a net profit of RMB 4.507 billion for the same period [2]. - The company’s wind power net profit for 2Q25 was RMB 106 million, significantly impacted by a credit impairment loss of RMB 624 million [3]. - The company’s hydropower segment showed a net profit of RMB 859 million in 2Q25, a 20.8% increase year-on-year, exceeding expectations [3]. Dividend Policy - The company has committed to a cash dividend policy for 2025-2027, distributing at least 60% of the net profit attributable to shareholders, with a minimum cash dividend per share of RMB 0.22 [4][6]. - The interim dividend for 1H25 was RMB 1.784 billion, corresponding to a dividend per share (DPS) of RMB 0.1, with a payout ratio of 48.4% [4]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company’s net profit forecast for 2025-2027 has been adjusted downwards by 7.3%, 7.6%, and 6.0% to RMB 7 billion, RMB 8.2 billion, and RMB 8.8 billion respectively [5]. - The target price of RMB 6.11 is based on a price-to-earnings ratio (PE) of 15.0 for 2025, reflecting the company's valuation compared to peers in the renewable energy sector [5][22].