Core Viewpoint - The report from GF Securities highlights a significant recovery in electricity consumption and generation, particularly in the secondary industry, driven by low base effects and seasonal factors, indicating a clear trend towards energy transformation [1][2][3] Group 1: Electricity Consumption Analysis - In September, the secondary industry's electricity consumption growth reached 79%, marking the first time this year it surpassed structural contributions, with a year-to-date contribution of 46% [1] - Overall electricity consumption in September showed a year-on-year increase of 4.5%, with the secondary industry growing by 7.3% and the residential sector declining by 2.6% due to high base effects from the previous year [1] - The report anticipates continued improvement in the secondary industry's electricity consumption in the coming months, supported by low base effects from last year [1] Group 2: Power Generation Insights - Hydropower generation in September saw a significant year-on-year increase of 31.9%, primarily due to seasonal autumn floods and low base effects from the previous year [1][2] - Wind and solar power contributed to 50% of the total power generation growth, with a year-to-date contribution of 112%, indicating a strong trend towards energy transformation [1] - The report notes that the hydropower sector has experienced a major turnaround in fundamentals, enhancing its investment appeal [2] Group 3: Coal and Power Price Dynamics - Recent increases in hydropower generation have negatively impacted thermal power generation, which saw a year-on-year decline of 5.4% in September [1][3] - The price of Qinhuangdao Q5500 thermal coal has risen by 59 CNY/ton to 765 CNY/ton, with expectations of maintaining high levels, which could improve electricity price forecasts [3] - The report emphasizes a growing consensus on stabilizing electricity and coal prices, which could lead to a resurgence in thermal power market performance [3]