Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for several companies in the coal sector, highlighting their strong performance and growth potential [2][9][10]. Core Insights - The coal prices are expected to stabilize and potentially rise due to supply constraints and seasonal demand increases, with projections indicating prices may exceed 900 RMB/ton by year-end [1][6]. - Focus on high spot price elasticity stocks is recommended, particularly those in Shanxi province, which has completed overproduction governance [1][9]. - The report emphasizes the positive outlook for coking coal prices driven by pre-holiday inventory replenishment and the upcoming peak demand season [9][10]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - Coal prices have shown fluctuations but are expected to stabilize as supply decreases and demand increases post-holiday [1][6]. - The report notes a significant reduction in coal production, with a monthly year-on-year decline exceeding 3% since July 2025 [1][6]. Supply and Demand Dynamics - The report highlights a reduction in coal supply due to stricter production checks, estimating a decrease of approximately 230 million tons from overproducing mines [1][6]. - Non-electric demand for coal is anticipated to rise quickly after the holiday, particularly benefiting the coal chemical sector [1][6]. Investment Recommendations - Recommended stocks include: 1. Lu'an Huanneng for high spot price elasticity [9]. 2. Jin控煤业 and Huayang Co. for stable performance and growth potential [9]. 3. Shanmei International for recovery in production [9]. 4. Industry leaders like China Shenhua and Zhongmei Energy for robust performance [9]. 5. CGN Mining for its unique position in the nuclear power sector [9]. Price Trends - As of September 26, 2025, coal prices at Qinhuangdao Port reached 703 RMB/ton, with a weekly increase of 4 RMB/ton [7][9]. - Coking coal prices have also risen, with the main coking coal price at Jing Tang Port reported at 1750 RMB/ton, up 80 RMB/ton week-on-week [9][10].