Group 1 - The South Korean nuclear regulatory authority has approved the operation of the new Saeul No. 3 reactor, marking the first such approval in nearly two years, despite the government's ongoing reassessment of nuclear energy's long-term role in the economy [1][2] - The new reactor is expected to significantly reduce South Korea's reliance on imported coal and natural gas, aligning with the increasing demand for nuclear power driven by the expansion of AI data centers [2][3] - The approval of the Saeul No. 3 reactor is seen as a critical infrastructure asset for supporting the growing AI computing power demands, which require stable and efficient electricity supply [3][4] Group 2 - The South Korean government, led by President Lee Jae-myung, is advocating for increased investment in renewable energy while still supporting existing nuclear projects, indicating a balanced approach to energy policy [2][6] - The global demand for electricity driven by AI data centers is projected to surge, with Goldman Sachs predicting a 175% increase in electricity consumption by 2030, highlighting the critical role of nuclear power in meeting this demand [4][5] - Major tech companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are increasingly favoring nuclear energy for their data centers due to its clean, stable, and efficient characteristics, which are essential for continuous power supply [6][7]

Investment Rating - The report highlights a focus on the power equipment industry chain in the context of the rapid growth in electricity demand driven by artificial intelligence technology [1]. Core Insights - The global electricity demand for data centers is projected to reach 945 TWh by 2030, with a current consumption of 415 TWh in 2024, representing 1.5% of global electricity consumption, and growing at an annual rate of 12% [3][9]. - The report identifies 16 companies within the North Exchange's power equipment industry chain, including key players such as Kai Fa Technology, Guangxin Technology, and Can Energy [3][45]. - The median price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the electronic equipment industry on the North Exchange has increased from 60.1X to 60.5X, indicating a slight upward trend in valuation [51]. Summary by Sections 1. Current AI Technology Development Driving Electricity Demand Surge - AI operations currently face a lack of sufficient electricity, with projections indicating that global data center electricity demand could reach 945 TWh by 2030 [7][18]. - The rapid increase in electricity demand is pushing the global energy system towards a critical turning point [9]. 2. Total: Median Price Change of North Exchange Technology Growth Stocks at -3.57% - As of November 7, 2025, the median price change for technology growth stocks on the North Exchange was -3.57%, with 27 companies experiencing an increase [47][50]. - Notable gainers included Can Energy (+31.13%) and Hongxi Technology (+19.07%) [49]. 3. Industry: Electronic Equipment Industry P/E Ratio Median Increased by 0.70% to 60.5X - The median P/E ratio for the electronic equipment industry rose to 60.5X, with the total market value decreasing from 1509.9 billion to 1461.4 billion [51][52]. - The report notes a decrease in the number of companies in the >100X P/E ratio category, while those in the 30X-50X and 50X-100X categories increased [51][54]. 4. Announcements - Tianhong Lithium Battery is establishing a joint venture to further develop its energy storage independent power station business [4][38]. - Kai Fa Technology plans to invest in new projects with a total investment of 283.7 million yuan [4][38].

Core Insights - The article argues that the notion of a peak in electricity demand in 2026 is a misunderstanding, as it overlooks the ongoing and increasing demand driven by AI technologies and their integration into various sectors [1][11]. Group 1: Electricity Demand and AI Integration - The demand for electricity is expected to peak in 2026, but this is seen as a transitional point rather than a definitive peak, as AI's integration into society will continue to drive electricity needs upward [1][11]. - The TDCowen survey indicates that the leasing capacity of large-scale data centers reached approximately 7.4GW in Q3 2025, primarily driven by AI, which signifies a long-term, rigid demand rather than a temporary spike [2][3]. - Bloomberg New Energy Finance predicts that global data center electricity capacity will increase from 81GW in 2024 to 277GW by 2035, indicating a tripling of demand from 2025 to 2035, further supporting the argument against a peak in 2026 [3][8]. Group 2: Technological Advancements and Energy Supply - GEV's recent orders and technological advancements, such as hydrogen combustion technology in gas turbines, are positioned to support the increasing electricity demand from AI applications, emphasizing the need for stable, low-carbon energy sources [5][6]. - The acquisition of Prolec is viewed as a strategic move to enhance capacity and ensure stable electricity supply to underserved regions, thereby extending AI applications into rural and developing areas [6][7]. - The integration of AI in energy management systems is expected to optimize electricity supply and reduce waste, demonstrating a symbiotic relationship between AI and energy production [5][6]. Group 3: Market Dynamics and Future Outlook - The article highlights that the current capital market's perception of a peak in electricity demand is a short-term sentiment that fails to account for the long-term growth trajectory driven by AI and technological advancements [10][11]. - GEV's financial health, with a free cash flow of $730 million in Q3 2025 and nearly $8 billion in cash reserves, indicates a strong position to invest in technologies that will support the ongoing growth in electricity demand [9][10]. - The anticipated growth in AI applications and the corresponding electricity needs will require significant investments in infrastructure, including gas turbines and transformers, to meet the evolving demand landscape [8][9].

Core Insights - Current oil prices are relatively low compared to historical averages, with oil averaging $60 per barrel in 2009, indicating a significant price drop when adjusted for inflation [1][2] - The low oil prices are leading to a decrease in oil demand, creating uncertainty about the future direction of the market [1] - Oil constitutes about one-third of total energy consumption, and its low prices could lead to a tightening of the oil market if demand rebounds [2] Industry Analysis - The current oil market is characterized by low prices, which may not reflect the true demand dynamics, as there is a notable decline in oil demand [1] - The relationship between oil and gas prices suggests that oil remains an essential component of the energy mix, despite its limited role in power generation [2] - If oil prices remain low, there is potential for a resurgence in oil demand, particularly in a context where there is an increasing need for energy [2]

Core Insights - Thailand's electricity production is expected to hit a historical low this year due to mild weather and slowing economic growth, leading to a significant decline in natural gas procurement for the country, which is the largest liquefied natural gas importer in Southeast Asia [1] Group 1: Electricity Production and Demand - Official data indicates that electricity production and import volumes have decreased by an average of 5.4% in the first seven months of the year, nearly double the 2.8% decline observed during the same period in 2020 due to COVID-19 lockdowns [1] - This marks only the fourth occurrence of a decline in annual electricity production in nearly forty years of recorded data [1] - Residential electricity demand, which accounts for 31% of total annual consumption, has dropped by over 7% in the first seven months, representing the largest decline on record [1] Group 2: Factors Influencing Demand - The primary factor affecting electricity demand in Thailand this year is identified as weather conditions, with political factors and economic growth being significantly lagging [1] - Industrial and commercial electricity demand has only decreased by 2.8%, despite these sectors accounting for more than two-thirds of Thailand's total annual electricity consumption [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating - The oil market rating for the current week has been adjusted from relatively strong to neutral and volatile [5] Core Views - **Crude Oil**: In Q2, global oil inventories increased by 2.7%, accelerating marginally from 2% in Q1. In the first week of Q3, overall inventories decreased by 0.3% due to crude oil destocking and refined oil stockpiling. The upward drive of strong real - world factors on oil prices may be weakening, and the further upside for Brent above $70 per barrel is limited [5] - **Fuel Oil**: Last week, global fuel oil inventories decreased by 0.7% week - on - week and remained at a low level. The spread between high - and low - sulfur fuel oils in Singapore widened [5] - **Asphalt**: In June, refinery production exceeded the plan, breaking the de - stocking pattern. The increase in asphalt supply is still uncertain, and demand recovery is expected to be delayed [5] - **Natural Gas**: High temperatures have boosted market demand. In the US, the upside is limited before further strengthening of power demand. In Europe, the market is expected to remain volatile [8] - **LPG**: Middle East production pressure persists, and the overseas price continues to be weak. The domestic market is currently experiencing weak supply and demand, with the futures market showing weak volatility [8] - **Container Shipping Index (European Route)**: The spot price was stronger than expected last week. The short - term futures market will fluctuate with the spot price. In the medium term, freight rates are likely to decline seasonally [8] Summary by Relevant Catalogs Energy & Shipping Price Trends - **Energy Commodities**: Last week, crude - related products continued to rise, with Brent up 3.1%. By - products LPG and fuel oil were weak. The natural gas market showed mixed performance, with European gas up 5.2% and US gas down 0.89%. The steam coal market continued to rebound [4] - **Shipping**: European route quotes mostly remained stable in late July. US route freight rates bottomed out and stabilized, with SCFI West & East US routes up 5% and 1.2% week - on - week respectively [4] Crude Oil & Oil Products Chain Key Volume and Price Data - **Price Trends**: The crude oil monthly spread declined from a high. The premium of domestic futures was strong. The spot premium of crude oil declined slightly from a high [10] - **Crack Spreads**: Overseas gasoline and diesel crack spreads fluctuated, and the crack spread of high - sulfur fuel oil weakened. Domestic energy - chemical product crack spreads continued to decline with the rebound of crude oil [12] - **Global Oil Consumption High - Frequency Indicators**: The 7 - day average of global commercial flights was down 1.2% year - on - year. The 4 - week average of US refined oil apparent demand was down 1.6% year - on - year [13] - **China's Oil Consumption High - Frequency Indicators**: China's ground congestion index was flat year - on - year, and highway truck traffic was up 0.8% year - on - year. The number of domestic flights was up 2% year - on - year [17] - **Refining Profits & Refinery Operations**: The comprehensive refining profits of refineries in three regions and the refining margins of Chinese refineries are presented in the report, along with refinery capacity utilization rates [19] - **China & India Procurement Shipping Schedules**: In June, China's above - scale crude oil processing volume was up 8.5% year - on - year, and imports were up 7.4% year - on - year. India's crude oil imports and refining product demand also showed certain trends [22] - **Major Oil - Producing Countries' Shipping Schedules**: The shipping schedules of major oil - producing countries such as OPEC 9 countries, Saudi Arabia, Russia, and Iran are presented [24] - **US Crude Oil Production**: Data on US crude oil production, including production volume, four - week average year - on - year growth rate, and rig counts, are provided [26] - **Crude Oil Inventories**: Data on on - land commercial inventories, floating storage inventories, and total inventories of crude oil are presented [28] - **Refined Oil Inventories**: Data on global refined oil inventories, including light distillates, diesel, kerosene, and fuel oil, are provided [31] - **Fund Positions**: The relative net long positions of management funds in Brent and WTI crude oil are presented [33] Asphalt Key Volume and Price Data - **High - Frequency Supply and Demand**: The shipment volume of domestic refinery asphalt increased slightly week - on - week, and the cumulative year - on - year increase decreased by 1 percentage point to 7% compared to the end of June [5] - **Inventory**: Data on domestic asphalt inventories, including refinery inventories and trader inventories, are provided [38] Natural Gas Key Volume and Price Data - **Core Spreads**: Data on key spreads such as the TTF - balance spread, JKM - TTF spread, and HH forward curve are presented [41] - **Short - Term Temperature Forecast**: Short - term temperature forecasts for regions such as Northwest Europe, the US, and China are provided [46] - **European Consumption and LNG Imports**: Data on natural gas consumption and LNG imports in Europe are presented [49] - **US Production and Global LNG Exports**: Data on US natural gas production and LNG exports from the US, Qatar, and Australia are provided [51] - **Inventory Levels and Change Rates**: Data on natural gas inventory levels and change rates in the US and Europe are presented [53] LPG Key Volume and Price Data - **Core Spreads**: Data on key spreads such as the PG - FEI spread, ether - post - carbon - four - civil - gas spread, and Far - East propane - naphtha spread are presented [55] - **Inventory Levels**: Data on propane inventories in the US, refinery inventories in China, and port storage capacity utilization rates in South and East China are provided [57] Steam Coal Key Volume and Price Data - **Trade Spreads and Profits**: Data on inland trade shipping profits, high - calorie coal premiums at Bohai Rim ports, and the import advantages of imported coal are presented [59] - **Upstream Supply**: Data on the weekly production of 442 coal mines in the Three Western Regions, Ordos coal mine operating rates, and China's imported steam coal weekly shipments are provided [62] - **Mid - Stream Transportation**: Data on the supply - demand surplus, number of ships, and inventories at four Bohai Rim ports, as well as inland port inventories, are presented [64] - **Downstream Manufacturing & Construction Industry Prosperity**: Data on sub - industry PMIs, real estate sales areas, cement and coal - to - methanol operating rates, and steel mill blast furnace capacity utilization rates are provided [66] - **Downstream Daily Consumption & Inventory**: Data on the daily consumption and inventory of eight coastal provinces, seventeen inland provinces, and twenty - five provinces across the country are presented [68][69] Container Shipping (European Route) Key Volume and Price Data - **Price Trends**: The spot price was stronger than expected last week. The short - term futures market will fluctuate with the spot price, and the basis will gradually converge [71] - **Capacity Turnover**: Data on the idle capacity, sailing speed of container ships, and the scale of container ships in ports in Northwest Europe and Asia are presented [76]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the U.S. requires a significant increase in electricity supply to meet future demands [1]

Core Viewpoint - President Trump emphasizes the need for substantial electricity supply in the United States [1] Industry Implications - The statement indicates a potential increase in demand for electricity, which may lead to investments in energy infrastructure and generation capacity [1] - Companies in the renewable energy sector may see opportunities for growth as the government seeks to expand electricity supply [1] - Traditional energy companies may also be impacted as they adapt to meet the increased demand for electricity [1]