1. Report Industry Investment Ratings No specific industry investment ratings are provided in the report. 2. Core Views of the Report - The latest national carbon market quota allocation plans for steel, cement, and aluminum smelting are released, which are expected to boost carbon prices, and carbon prices are likely to recover at an accelerated pace. The potential buyer demand in the market may increase by over 100 million tons in the remaining month of this year, and the actual procurement demand of the three industries is estimated to be around 30 million tons [5]. - MEG is in a weak mid - term trend, with short allocation recommended, and the monthly spread maintains a reverse arbitrage. The supply is expected to return in the future, and there is a pattern of supply - demand surplus, resulting in insufficient upward momentum [6][7]. - The repair market of treasury bond futures has reached its limit. The subsequent market is expected to show a steeper curve and a bearish trend with fluctuations. The probability of scenario one (equity market recovery, bond market under pressure) is relatively high [8][9]. 3. Summaries According to Related Catalogs Carbon Market - The 2024 and 2025 national carbon market quota allocation plans for steel, cement, and aluminum smelting are released. In 2024, the free - allocated quotas equal the quotas to be cleared, and the basic carry - over volume is increased from 10,000 tons to 100,000 tons. In 2025, the overall balance of the three industries is maintained, and the adjustment coefficient of the carbon emission intensity coefficient is expanded from 10% to 15% [5]. MEG - The load of the synthetic gas - to - ethylene glycol unit has decreased from 80% to below 70% in the previous two weeks, but some device overhauls have ended, and new devices are put into production. The monthly import is expected to exceed 600,000 tons. The inventory continues to accumulate, and the polyester load declines in December, resulting in a supply - demand surplus [6][7]. Treasury Bond Futures - The bond market had a repair market due to weak economic data and a decline in global risk appetite. Currently, it is difficult to stimulate the long - end price to continue rising. The bond market curve is expected to become steeper, and the market trend is bearish. There are two scenarios in the future, with scenario one (equity market recovery, bond market under pressure) having a higher probability [8][9]. Other Commodities - **Precious Metals**: Gold shows an increasing expectation of interest rate cuts, and silver is in a volatile adjustment [12]. - **Base Metals**: Copper prices are under pressure due to increased internal and external inventories; zinc is in a range - bound oscillation; lead prices are restricted from falling due to reduced inventories; tin prices are falling from a high level; aluminum shows a slight stabilization, alumina is in a range - bound oscillation, and cast aluminum alloy follows the trend of electrolytic aluminum; nickel prices break through the support level and are under pressure to oscillate, and stainless steel prices are suppressed by weak reality but have limited downward space [12]. - **Energy and Chemicals**: Carbonate lithium may have a short - term correction; industrial silicon may see production cuts to support prices in the future, and polysilicon is in a weak and volatile pattern; iron ore has limited downstream demand space and high valuation; rebar and hot - rolled coil are in a wide - range oscillation; ferrosilicon and silicomanganese experience a weakening market sentiment and supplementary price drops; coke and coking coal are in a wide - range oscillation; logs are in a volatile and repeated state [12]. - **Agricultural Products**: Palm oil has fully priced in short - term negatives, and attention should be paid to the de - stocking process in the producing areas; soybean oil is oscillating strongly; soybean meal and soybeans are in an adjustment and oscillation; corn is oscillating; sugar is in a range - bound arrangement; cotton prices are still suppressed by the pressure of new cotton listing; eggs show a pattern of near - term weakness and long - term strength; live pigs' price increase expectation due to cooling fails, and the pressure is gradually released; peanuts require attention to the spot market [12][15].

Core Viewpoint - Green development is emphasized as a fundamental aspect of China's modernization, with a focus on achieving carbon peak and expanding the national carbon emissions trading market [1] Group 1: National Carbon Emissions Trading Market - The national carbon emissions trading market has been operational for four years, covering over 2,200 key emission units in the power sector, making it the largest carbon market globally in terms of greenhouse gas emissions coverage [1] - The market's design optimization and the relationship between local pilot markets and the national unified carbon market are critical issues that need to be addressed [1][2] - The carbon price fluctuations reflect the market's sensitivity to policy changes, with significant price movements observed around compliance deadlines [3][4] Group 2: Local Carbon Markets - Local carbon markets have provided valuable experience for the national carbon emissions trading market, but they should not disrupt the national market's construction and must complement it [2] - Local pilot markets can focus on managing small and medium-sized enterprises and explore total carbon emission quota controls tailored to local needs [2] Group 3: Carbon Price Dynamics - Carbon price fluctuations are normal, with the market currently being a compliance-driven one, where prices have shown a pattern of rising before compliance deadlines and stabilizing afterward [3][4] - Recent policies, such as the allocation and transfer of quotas, may lead to increased supply and potential price declines [4] Group 4: Market Stability and Risk Management - Establishing a robust market adjustment mechanism is essential to stabilize carbon prices and address market issues, emphasizing the need for transparency and stability in policies [5] - The involvement of financial institutions in the carbon market is encouraged, but it requires the establishment of sound trading and risk management systems [6] Group 5: Preparation for EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism - Companies should prepare for the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism by enhancing their carbon trading systems and ensuring accurate carbon footprint calculations [6][7] - Businesses are advised to adopt low-carbon practices and develop internal carbon management systems to effectively track emissions and identify reduction opportunities [7]

Core Viewpoint - The petrochemical industry is a key sector for carbon emission reduction, with a total CO2 emission of approximately 1.46 billion tons in 2022, and is encouraged to develop green hydrogen as a major raw material to significantly lower emissions [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Development - The development of green hydrogen-based chemicals is gaining momentum, with China's electrolytic water hydrogen production capacity reaching about 78,000 tons by the end of 2023, and green ammonia and green methanol capacities at 30,000 tons and 220,000 tons respectively [2]. - The green hydrogen chemical sector is transitioning from "concept verification" to "scale project construction and operation" internationally [2]. Group 2: Economic Factors - The cost of green ammonia and green methanol is currently about 90% higher than traditional methods without considering carbon reduction benefits. Achieving price parity for green ammonia requires a green electricity price of 0.15 yuan/kWh and a carbon price of 180 yuan/ton [3]. - As carbon prices rise and green electricity and hydrogen prices decrease, the competitiveness of green hydrogen routes will continue to improve, with expectations for green hydrogen to approach traditional coal chemical route costs by around 2030 [3]. Group 3: Policy Factors - Policy support is crucial for the economic advantages of green hydrogen to be realized, with international frameworks like the EU ETS creating new demand for green liquid fuels [4]. - Domestic policies promoting sustainable aviation fuel and coal-chemical coupling with green hydrogen are expected to drive demand growth in the green hydrogen chemical market [4]. Group 4: Technological Factors - The maturity of technology and associated cost issues are fundamental for the transition from gray or blue hydrogen to green hydrogen. Current hydrogen production costs are heavily influenced by electricity consumption, which accounts for over 70% of green hydrogen costs [5]. - Significant advancements in ammonia and methanol production processes are needed to enhance yield and purity, as well as to develop flexible synthesis technologies that can adapt to renewable energy fluctuations [6]. Group 5: Market Factors - Despite the large hydrogen demand in the ammonia and methanol sectors, the current high cost of green hydrogen and the incomplete transmission of carbon reduction pressures to enterprises limit the release of green hydrogen demand [7]. - Internationally, the demand for green ammonia and green methanol is growing, particularly in markets like Japan and South Korea, providing export opportunities for China's green hydrogen chemical products [7]. Group 6: Future Recommendations - A strategic plan for green hydrogen chemical development should be established, focusing on demand-driven production and infrastructure support in renewable energy-rich areas [8]. - A comprehensive green product standard system should be developed to facilitate the scaling of green hydrogen chemicals, including certification standards and lifecycle tracking systems [8]. - Policies and market mechanisms should be implemented to lower costs, including integrating the petrochemical industry into the national carbon trading market and providing financial support for demonstration projects [9].

Group 1 - The central government has provided a clear roadmap for building a national carbon market, emphasizing its role as a policy tool for controlling greenhouse gas emissions [1][5] - The goal is to establish a nationwide carbon trading market that covers major industrial sectors by 2027 and to create a comprehensive carbon pricing mechanism by 2030 [1][2] - The transition from intensity control to total volume control and from free to paid quotas indicates a stronger regulatory framework for the carbon market, reflecting the true cost of carbon reduction for enterprises [2][3] Group 2 - The current carbon market operates under a free allocation system based on intensity control, but changes are expected during the "14th Five-Year Plan" and "15th Five-Year Plan" periods [2][3] - The introduction of total volume control is crucial for achieving carbon peak targets by 2030, with a shift towards paid quota allocation expected to enhance efficiency and fairness [3][5] - The carbon price has fluctuated, with recent trading at approximately 69.69 yuan per ton, and is anticipated to rise gradually as the market expands and regulations tighten [6][9] Group 3 - The national carbon market consists of two parts: a mandatory trading market for key emitters and a voluntary market for encouraging self-reduction [7] - The recent policy suggests a potential adjustment in the ratio of voluntary reduction credits that can offset carbon emissions, which could impact market prices and trading volumes [7][9] - Financial institutions and enterprises show strong interest in carbon finance, with expectations for new trading products and improved regulations to facilitate carbon asset management [8][9]

Core Insights - The national carbon market in China is developing steadily, with industry expansion, improved methodologies, and mature market operations, but recent declines in carbon emission allowance (CEA) prices have raised concerns [1] - As of June 27, the average transaction price of CEA was 74.96 yuan/ton, a decrease of approximately 30% from the peak in November of the previous year [1] - Multiple factors, including a significant drop in international energy prices and a loosening of policies, have contributed to the recent decline in carbon prices [2] Market Dynamics - Demand for carbon allowances has weakened due to a decline in thermal power generation, which is the main industry in the national carbon market, with total power generation growth of only 0.1% from January to April, significantly lower than the 6.1% growth in the same period last year [2] - The manufacturing PMI fell below 50% after April, leading to a slowdown in industrial electricity growth, while higher temperatures reduced residential electricity demand [2] - The launch of the national voluntary greenhouse gas reduction trading market (CCER) and the increase in supply expectations have also contributed to the downward pressure on carbon prices [3][4] Future Price Trends - Despite the current decline, experts believe that carbon prices are likely to stabilize and rise in the long term due to the ongoing push for carbon neutrality and the gradual implementation of industry expansion [1][5] - The carbon price is expected to rise as high-emission industries transition and the renewable energy sector grows, with a higher carbon price incentivizing companies to adopt disruptive technologies [5] Global Influences - China's carbon prices may be influenced by other major global carbon markets, such as the EU's carbon border adjustment mechanism (CBAM), which will impose fees on certain products based on carbon market price differences starting in 2026 [6] - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has suggested that to meet the Paris Agreement goals, the global average carbon price should exceed $85 per ton by 2030, which could also impact China's carbon pricing [6] Market Structure and Regulation - The EU carbon market serves as a reference for improving the financial attributes of carbon markets globally, with a well-established legal framework and a diverse range of trading products [9] - Experts suggest that financial institutions should be gradually introduced into carbon market trading to enhance liquidity and market activity, while ensuring that carbon prices do not rise too quickly [8][10] - There are challenges in the development of carbon finance in China, including the need for clearer legal definitions regarding carbon emission rights and the limitations on financial institutions' direct participation in the carbon market [8]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that China is committed to announcing its 2035 national contribution target for all greenhouse gases before the UN Climate Change Conference in November, emphasizing the importance of technology in achieving carbon neutrality goals [1][2] - Current carbon neutrality technologies are primarily in experimental and demonstration stages, with about 50% not yet in application, particularly in low-carbon fuels and carbon capture technologies [1][2] - Industrial carbon neutrality technologies are particularly challenging, with 70% of the 45 listed technologies still in demonstration or theoretical stages, highlighting the need for structural adjustments in the industrial sector [2][4] Group 2 - The steel industry example illustrates that 70% of China's production capacity uses long-process steelmaking, while short-process and hydrogen steelmaking technologies are gradually being adopted [4] - Cost remains a significant barrier to technology-driven carbon reduction, necessitating market mechanisms like carbon pricing to facilitate the transition of technologies from laboratories to market applications [4][5] - China's carbon price currently fluctuates around $10, while international markets are around $100, indicating potential for significant price increases in the future [4] Group 3 - The shift towards green energy is expected to disrupt existing energy structures, with a projected need for mineral resources for new energy by 2040 comparable to 2020 coal extraction levels [5][6] - The distribution of energy resources is changing, with clean technology minerals having a new geographical distribution compared to fossil fuels, which are concentrated in a few countries [5] - The transition from reliance on energy resources to dependence on energy technology is crucial for future economic development [5][6] Group 4 - The rapid development of renewable energy technologies in China over the past decade presents opportunities for collaboration with Belt and Road Initiative countries, which have abundant wind and solar resources [6] - The stability of the power grid is essential for the large-scale application of wind and solar energy, with the next five years being critical for addressing these challenges in China [6]

Core Insights - The national carbon market in China is a government-led trading system aimed at reducing carbon emissions, officially launched on July 16, 2021, covering 2,225 enterprises in the power sector with an annual emission coverage of approximately 4.5 billion tons, making it the largest carbon trading market globally [1][2] Group 1: Key Terminology - Carbon Emission Allowance (CEA) allows companies to emit a specific amount of CO₂, where 1 allowance equals 1 ton of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e). Companies must hold enough allowances to cover their emissions by the end of the compliance period to avoid penalties [3][4] - Carbon Allowance refers to the emissions permits allocated to companies by the government, with a future trend of decreasing free allowances and increasing paid allowances to incentivize emission reductions [5] - Carbon Trading involves the buying and selling of carbon allowances or reduction credits, primarily through agreements, with potential future inclusion of financial instruments like futures and options [6] Group 2: Market Mechanisms - CCER (China Certified Emission Reduction) represents carbon credits generated from projects like renewable energy and forestry, which can offset up to 5% of a company's emissions [7] - The MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification) system ensures the accuracy of carbon emission data, serving as the foundation for fair market operations [8] - Carbon Price is the market price for carbon allowances, currently ranging from 50 to 80 RMB per ton, significantly lower than the EU price of approximately 80 Euros per ton, with expectations of gradual increases as policies tighten [9][10] Group 3: Goals and Strategies - Peak Carbon refers to the point at which CO₂ emissions reach their highest level before beginning to decline, with China committing to achieve this by 2030 [11][12] - Carbon Neutrality aims for net-zero emissions by 2060 through emission reductions, carbon sinks, and technological innovations [15] - Carbon Sink involves natural processes, such as forests absorbing CO₂, which can be developed into carbon credit projects [16] Group 4: Financial and Regulatory Aspects - Carbon Finance encompasses financial innovations related to the carbon market, enhancing market liquidity and reducing compliance costs for companies [17] - Carbon Footprint measures the total carbon emissions produced directly or indirectly by individuals, companies, or products throughout their lifecycle [18] - Carbon Border Tax is a proposed tariff on high-carbon imports to balance domestic and international carbon costs, with potential implications for high-carbon exporting companies [19] Group 5: Monitoring and Verification - Carbon Monitoring utilizes technologies like sensors and satellites to track carbon emissions and greenhouse gas concentrations, with pilot projects already underway in 16 cities [20][21] - Carbon Accounting systematically quantifies carbon emissions for companies or products over a specific period, adhering to international standards [22] - Carbon Verification involves third-party audits of carbon emission reports to ensure data accuracy, a requirement for major emitters in the national carbon market [27]