Core Viewpoint - The company is focusing on enhancing its market position through strategic adjustments in response to industry trends and regulatory changes, particularly in the energy storage sector and compliance with U.S. regulations. Group 1: Industry Trends and Market Dynamics - The integration of upstream polysilicon and strengthened industry self-discipline is expected to alleviate "involution" in the industry, promoting a return to rational pricing across the supply chain, which supports component pricing and accelerates the exit of inefficient capacities [1][3] - The global large-scale energy storage market is projected to ship 14-17 GWh in 2026, with non-U.S. markets contributing approximately two-thirds of the shipments, driven by strong demand in mature markets like Canada, Europe, and Australia [1][4] Group 2: Company Strategy and Operations - The company is innovating system solutions to enhance value-added services through its layout in components, energy storage, and power electronics, which is expected to improve profitability in the photovoltaic business [1][3] - The company has established a long-term stable cooperation mechanism with core suppliers to ensure the stability and cost competitiveness of battery cell supplies, incorporating reasonable price adjustment mechanisms in sales contracts to manage raw material price fluctuations [2][9] Group 3: Regulatory Environment and Compliance - The "Inflation Reduction Act" has created significant policy barriers for Chinese companies in the U.S. market, necessitating compliance adjustments to ensure long-term participation and protect interests in the A-share market [2][7] - The company is continuously evaluating the legal implications of the act and is prepared to respond to potential future regulatory details to maintain compliance [2][8]

中金发布研报称，展望2026年全球储能市场，中欧及亚非拉市场需求均有望迎来高增，同时AIDC配储 贡献新增量。目前美国AIDC需求高增，在电力容量有限并网困难下，更多AIDC通过配储增强灵活互联 性进而加快并网速度，同时亦可通过光储实现部分自供电，该行预计2030年美国AIDC配储需求或达 100-200GWh。绿醇方面，船舶行业为绿醇提供绿色溢价，催化船舶行业绿醇需求，国内众多风光储氢 醇项目有望加速开工建设，带动部分储能需求。 全球储能需求高增背景下，该行建议重点关注非美国海外市场高增长带来的投资机会，包括表前与表后 侧储能机会。 中欧需求高增，亚非拉市场快速起量。 2H25后中国各省陆续出台容量电价政策，独立储能在"峰谷套利+容量电价+辅助服务"的收益模式下经 济性优异，需求高增，该行预计短期景气度有望持续；欧洲市场在能源短缺与电网灵活性资源短缺下储 能需求向好，发展重心逐步从户储向大储+工商储全面发展；澳洲电力市场成熟、大储经济性优异，项 目加速落地，户储通过高额补贴强化经济性，保障中长期需求；美国电网设施老旧大储需求延续增长， 但政策端的限制或推动锂电池产能加速本土化；亚非拉市场受益于光储降本，新能 ...

中美两国同步布局"星际之门"，数字化时代的新基建正如火如荼展开。然而在AI算力爆炸式增长的背后，一场关于"电力"的焦虑 正在蔓延。 过去一年，美国多地因AI数据中心的高负荷用电，出现了居民区停电、电网设备过载甚至火灾等事故，造成巨大损失。 仅仅在上个月，美国西雅图部分区域发生了大范围停电，这已是该地区当月的第三次停电。 AI数据中心就像一只只巨大的"电老虎"，其能耗增长速度已超出电网基础设施的承载能力。除中国外，目前全球大部分地区电力 供应都存在缺口。 让人意想不到的是，这场"算力"和"电力"的戏剧性冲突，却在一个能源的细分赛道引发巨浪。 2025年10月，英伟达在OCP（Open Compute Project Global Summit 2025）提出AIDC标配储能以平抑负荷波动，明确了AIDC配储 的必要性以及下一代配电方案。 该方案被认为具有风向标的意义：长时储能系统成为了下一代AIDC设计核心，也将成为储能行业的下一个超级增长引擎。 过去，储能的核心命题是应急兜底与电网调峰；如今，智算中心的高算力密度、高频功率波动、长时稳定供电等刚性需求，正倒 逼储能技术从"短时响应"向"长时支撑"跃迁，从"辅助 ...

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that after 2H25, China's provinces will successively implement capacity pricing policies, leading to excellent economic viability for independent energy storage under the "peak-valley arbitrage + capacity pricing + ancillary services" revenue model, with high demand expected to continue in the short term [1] - The European market is experiencing positive storage demand due to energy shortages and a lack of grid flexibility resources, with a shift in focus from household storage to large-scale and industrial storage [1] - The Australian electricity market is maturing, with large-scale storage projects accelerating, while household storage is being reinforced by high subsidies, ensuring medium to long-term demand [1] Group 2 - The AIDC (Automated Industrial Data Center) demand in the U.S. is expected to grow significantly, with projections indicating that by 2030, AIDC storage demand could reach 100-200 GWh, driven by the need for enhanced flexibility and interconnectivity [2] - The green methanol sector is seeing increased demand from the shipping industry, which is catalyzing the construction of numerous wind-solar-storage hydrogen-methanol integrated projects in China, thereby boosting storage demand [2] Group 3 - The strong demand for energy storage is leading to a tight supply of storage cells, with major companies experiencing full order books and production schedules extending into Q1 2026; however, relief is expected post-Q2 2026 as production capacity is released [3] - Major companies are building competitive barriers through overseas factories and technology licensing in response to local policy trends in Europe and the U.S., allowing them to benefit from high growth in overseas markets [3] Group 4 - Recommended companies for front-of-the-meter storage include CATL (300750.SZ, 03750), EVE Energy (300014.SZ), and Haibo Technology (688411.SH), while for behind-the-meter storage, recommended companies include Deye Technology (605117.SH), Airo Energy (688717.SH), and Pylon Technologies (688063.SH) [4]

中金研究 近期我们梳理储能相关数据，从需求端上游电芯排产、中游PCS和系统装机、下游招投标、计划备案项目等，价格端电池、PCS、系统价格，以及个股 出货情况观察储能行业景气度情况，我们认为短期储能数据反映需求景气度延续。 Abstract 摘要 12月电池排产淡季不淡，短期招标数据反映需求景气度延续。 需求端，12月电池排产淡季不淡，全球12月电池排产达到172.59GWh，我们认为今年国内 招标、海外获批项目量较大，明年装机增长支撑充足： 中国 ：11月储能装机3.21GW/8.82GWh，环比+18%，招标量1-11月已突破400GWh，今年招标量或 将反映明年、后年国内储能装机情况； 北美 ：大储11月、12月有2.8、3.4GW项目计划运行，25年大储新增装机量我们预期达到18GW，同比+61%，叠加 AIDC配储逻辑演绎，明年美国储能需求或迎大幅增长； 欧洲 ：德国、意大利、英国三大主要市场今年大储获批、在建项目充足，支撑明年装机量上行。 新兴市场 ：缺电刚需仍在，部分区域出台补贴支持户储工商储放量，中东、智利大储招标景气度仍然较高。 近期全球储能系统厂商竞争加剧，头部厂商份额被稀释。 储能系统23 ...

Core Viewpoint - Fluence is negotiating over 30 GWh of AIDC (Artificial Intelligence Data Center) energy storage, which is seen as a significant emerging market opportunity as the demand for energy in data centers is expected to rise sharply in the coming years [2][3]. Group 1: AIDC Energy Storage Market - Fluence is in discussions for over 30 GWh of energy storage projects, with 80% of these projects initiated after the end of Q4 2025, indicating a growing market for data center energy storage solutions [2]. - The energy consumption of data centers in the U.S. reached 176 TWh in 2023, accounting for 4.4% of the total electricity consumption, with projections indicating a growth rate of 13%-27% annually from 2023 to 2028, potentially increasing consumption to between 325-580 TWh by 2028 [2]. - If 50 GW of new data center capacity is added by 2030, the electricity gap in the U.S. could reach 23 GW, and this gap would be larger when considering the retirement of existing power plants [2]. Group 2: Short-term and Long-term Solutions - In the short term, energy storage can help data centers manage peak loads and frequency regulation, which is crucial given the aging U.S. power grid and its limited ability to adjust [3]. - The integration of energy storage is expected to facilitate the connection of data centers to the grid, with current connection times ranging from 3 to 7 years depending on the location [3]. - Long-term, solar and storage solutions may evolve into primary power sources for data centers, as the economic viability of solar storage is becoming evident compared to traditional gas turbine solutions, which have longer supply cycles [3].

Core Viewpoint - The development of AIDC may exacerbate electricity shortages in the U.S., with data center energy storage serving as a potential solution. Fluence is negotiating over 30 GWh of AIDC energy storage projects, indicating a significant emerging market opportunity [2][3]. Group 1: AIDC Development and Energy Demand - AIDC's high energy consumption could lead to increased electricity shortages in the U.S. According to the DOE, U.S. data centers consumed 176 TWh in 2023, accounting for 4.4% of total electricity consumption. The demand for electricity from data centers is expected to grow annually by 13%-27% from 2023 to 2028, potentially reaching 325-580 TWh by 2028, which would increase their share of total U.S. electricity consumption to 6.7%-12% [2][3]. - If 50 GW of new data centers are added by 2030, the projected electricity gap in the U.S. could reach 23 GW, and this gap would be larger when considering the retirement of existing power plants [2]. Group 2: Short-term and Long-term Solutions - In the short term, energy storage can help data centers manage peak load and frequency regulation, which is crucial given the aging U.S. power grid. The interconnection process for data centers can take several years, with estimates of about 3 years in Chicago and 7 years in Virginia [3]. - Long-term, solar and storage solutions may evolve into self-sufficient power sources for data centers. Currently, gas turbines are the mainstream solution, but their supply chain can take over 3 years. In contrast, solar storage has already demonstrated economic viability and offers advantages in interconnection timelines compared to gas turbines [3].

Investment Rating - The report recommends an "Accumulate" rating for leading energy storage companies, specifically Haibo Sichuang and Sunshine Power, along with related companies such as Canadian Solar and Xidian New Energy [5]. Core Insights - The development of AIDC (Artificial Intelligence Data Center) may exacerbate electricity shortages in the U.S., with data center energy storage serving as a short-term solution for peak shaving and frequency regulation, while potentially becoming a self-sufficient power source in the long term [2][3]. - Fluence is currently negotiating over 30 GWh of AIDC energy storage projects, with 80% of these projects initiated after the end of Q4 2025, indicating a significant emerging market opportunity [3][4]. - The energy consumption of data centers in the U.S. is projected to grow significantly, with estimates suggesting an increase from 176 TWh in 2023 to between 325-580 TWh by 2028, which will raise their share of total U.S. electricity consumption from 4.4% to between 6.7% and 12% [3][4]. Summary by Sections AIDC Development and Energy Demand - AIDC's high energy consumption could lead to increased electricity shortages in the U.S. According to the Department of Energy (DOE), data center electricity demand is expected to grow annually by 13%-27% from 2023 to 2028 [4]. - If 50 GW of new data center capacity is added by 2030, the projected electricity gap could reach 23 GW, potentially larger when considering the retirement of existing power plants [4]. Energy Storage Solutions - Short-term energy storage solutions are beneficial for data centers to manage power fluctuations and facilitate grid connection, with the current grid connection process taking several years [4]. - Long-term, solar and storage solutions may evolve into self-sufficient power sources for data centers, with the economic viability of solar storage already being demonstrated [4]. Company Recommendations - The report highlights the potential of long-duration energy storage (6-8 hours) as an emerging opportunity, particularly in markets with high renewable energy penetration like Europe and California [3][4]. - The report emphasizes the advantages of solar storage over gas turbines, particularly in terms of connection timelines and economic feasibility [4].

Group 1 - Fluence reported a positive outlook during its earnings call, highlighting 30 GWh of AIDC-related intention orders, primarily concentrated in North America, which positively impacted the US stock market [1] - CITIC Securities noted that the logic for AIDC energy storage in North America is becoming clearer, with a simple calculation indicating that the energy storage scale equals new AIDC power multiplied by penetration rate and storage duration [1] - The demand from potential clients is categorized into three types: Interconnection, Backup, and Power quality, with current focus on the first two types, which are peak-shaving in nature [1] Group 2 - As of November 27, 2025, the Shanghai Stock Exchange Sci-Tech Innovation Board New Energy Index (000692) saw significant gains, with stocks like Yishitong (688733) up 20.00% and others following suit [2] - The New Energy ETF (588830) closely tracks the performance of the Sci-Tech Innovation Board New Energy Index, which includes 50 large-cap stocks in solar, wind, and new energy vehicles [2] - As of October 31, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the New Energy Index accounted for 49.07% of the index, including major companies like Trina Solar (688599) and JinkoSolar (688223) [2]

Core Viewpoint - The report from CITIC Securities highlights the expansion of energy storage demand driven by domestic policies and high market expectations, with significant growth opportunities in overseas markets, particularly in the U.S. and Europe, as well as emerging markets in Asia, Africa, and Latin America [1] Group 1: U.S. Energy Storage Market Dynamics - The AIDC integration amplifies the electricity gap in the U.S., accelerating the release of energy storage demand [1] - The U.S. average electricity price has increased by 13% since 2022, with year-on-year growth rates of 11% for 2022, 3% for 2023, 2% for 2024, and 5% for 2025 [1] - The limited capacity of the U.S. power grid and the rapid increase in installed power generation capacity have significantly lengthened the grid connection waiting period, making energy storage a crucial solution to alleviate power shortages [2] Group 2: AIDC and Energy Storage Integration - AIDC配储 is becoming a key solution for stabilizing power supply and ensuring continuous electricity provision, with NVIDIA emphasizing its necessity at the OCP Global Summit 2025 [3] - The projected demand for AIDC配储 in the U.S. from 2025 to 2030 is expected to grow significantly, reaching 161.4 GWh by 2030, with a CAGR of 94% [3] - If the U.S. AIDC construction accounts for 70% of the global market, the global AIDC配储 demand could reach approximately 230 GWh by 2030, representing 15%-20% of the global new energy storage installations [3] Group 3: Global Market Expansion - Since the second half of 2025, the U.S. energy storage market has seen growth driven by strong demand and high returns, with significant opportunities for Chinese energy storage manufacturers to expand overseas [4] - The projected new installations in the U.S. for 2025 and 2026 are expected to reach 45 GWh and 60 GWh, respectively, with global energy storage installations anticipated to reach 255 GWh and 407 GWh in the same years, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 31% and 58% [4] - The diversification of project profitability and the favorable IRR of 10%-20% indicate substantial growth potential in the U.S. energy storage market [4]