Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the construction materials industry [1] Core Views - The construction materials sector is expected to benefit from increased infrastructure investment, with a notable focus on cement and glass fiber industries as key areas for growth [3][4] - The report highlights a potential recovery in cement prices due to supply-side discipline and government support for infrastructure projects [10][12] - The demand for construction materials is anticipated to improve as consumer confidence returns and government policies stimulate domestic consumption [13] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The construction materials sector has shown a 1.19% increase in the past week, underperforming compared to the Shanghai Composite Index which rose by 1.23% [3] - The report emphasizes the importance of government investment in infrastructure to stabilize demand in the sector [4] 2. Bulk Construction Materials Fundamentals 2.1 Cement - The national average price for high-standard cement is currently 339.7 CNY/ton, unchanged from last week but down 42.5 CNY/ton compared to the same period last year [3][17] - The average cement inventory level is at 67.4%, with an average shipment rate of 44.0%, indicating a slight decline in demand [24] - The report suggests that if self-discipline measures are effectively implemented, cement prices may begin to rise in late August [10][16] 2.2 Glass Fiber - The report notes a clear trend towards upgrading electronic glass fiber products, with high-end products expected to see increased market penetration [11] - The profitability of ordinary glass fiber remains resilient, supported by growth in domestic demand from sectors like wind power and thermal plastics [11] 2.3 Glass - The glass industry is expected to experience a supply-side contraction, which may improve the short-term supply-demand balance [12] - The report recommends focusing on leading companies in the glass sector that can leverage resource advantages and enjoy excess profits [12] 3. Renovation and Building Materials - The report highlights the potential for increased domestic demand for renovation materials due to government policies aimed at stimulating consumption [13] - It suggests that leading companies in the renovation materials sector are well-positioned to benefit from these trends, with many currently trading at low valuations [13][14]

Core Viewpoint - The report emphasizes the importance of investment opportunities in the western development of China, particularly following the establishment of the new Tibet Railway Company by the National Railway Group with an investment of 95 billion yuan, which is expected to catalyze the construction materials sector [1][2]. Investment Opportunities - The focus is on central government investments in regions such as Xinjiang, Tibet, and Sichuan, particularly in projects like hydropower stations, railways, canals, and water conservancy projects [2]. - Key projects attracting market attention include the Yaxia Project, the New Tibet Railway, the Three Gorges Waterway New Channel, the Pinglu Canal, the Zhejiang-Jiangxi-Guangdong Grand Canal, the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway, and cross-sea bridges [2]. Industry Performance - The report highlights the high demand for local manufacturing in Africa, suggesting that companies like Keda Manufacturing, which is focused on local production and sales integration, are well-positioned for growth [2]. - The report also notes that the construction materials sector in Africa is experiencing high demand, which is expected to continue [2]. Market Trends - The report provides insights into the current state of various materials in the construction sector, including: - Cement prices averaging 340 yuan per ton, with a year-on-year decrease of 43 yuan [4]. - Glass prices at 1274.90 yuan per ton, down 20.38 yuan from the previous week [4]. - Concrete mixing stations operating at a capacity utilization rate of 6.80% [5]. - Steel market showing signs of inventory accumulation and weak demand [5]. Corporate Developments - Roman Holdings plans to acquire a 39.2308% stake in Wutong High-tech for 200 million yuan, becoming its controlling shareholder [6]. - The National Railway Group's establishment of the New Tibet Railway Company with a 95 billion yuan investment is a significant development in the industry [6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the construction materials industry [2]. Core Insights - The construction materials sector is experiencing a dual boost from urban renovation demands and supply restrictions due to the "anti-involution" trend, leading to sustained growth in the cement sector [6][35]. - The report highlights the strong demand for specialty electronic fabrics, driven by upgrades in cloud manufacturing, and recommends companies like Zhongcai Technology and Huazhong Technology [6]. - Cement prices are expected to stabilize and potentially rise due to self-regulatory measures in the industry, with recommendations for companies such as Conch Cement and Huaxin Cement [6][35]. Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The construction materials industry consists of 73 listed companies with a total market value of 807.18 billion yuan and a circulating market value of 761.71 billion yuan [2]. Key Companies and Performance - Key companies include: - Beixin Building Materials: EPS forecast for 2024A is 2.2 yuan, with a PE ratio of 12.2, rated as "Buy" [4]. - Conch Cement: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.5 yuan, with a PE ratio of 16.7, rated as "Buy" [4]. - China Jushi: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.6 yuan, with a PE ratio of 20.2, rated as "Buy" [4]. - Weixing New Materials: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.6 yuan, with a PE ratio of 17.9, rated as "Buy" [4]. - Sankeshu: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.5 yuan, with a PE ratio of 87.9, rated as "Overweight" [4]. - Huaxin Cement: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.2 yuan, with a PE ratio of 14.0, rated as "Buy" [4]. Market Trends - The report notes that the cement market is currently stable, with an average shipment rate of 44% across key regions, and prices have reached or fallen below cost lines in many areas [35]. - The report emphasizes the importance of self-regulatory measures to alleviate operational pressures and suggests that if effectively implemented, cement prices may begin to rise [35]. Recommendations - The report recommends increasing allocations in construction materials, particularly in cement and specialty electronic fabrics, highlighting companies that are expected to benefit from ongoing market trends and regulatory changes [6][35].

Investment Rating - Industry rating is maintained at "Outperform the Market" [4] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the opportunity to focus on traditional sectors during market pullbacks while continuing to recommend high-end electronic fabric products. The recent meeting of the Central Political Bureau highlighted the need to stabilize employment, enterprises, markets, and expectations, which is expected to release domestic demand potential. The report anticipates that the governance of "involution" will form a combination of market, administrative, and legal measures, leading to clearer price recovery effects in industries with good demand support, such as cement [2][10] - The report suggests that the traditional building materials sector is nearing a cyclical bottom, with expectations for improvement in infrastructure and real estate demand. It highlights that the basic conditions for the sector are expected to improve, particularly with the recent release of real estate optimization policies [16] Summary by Sections Market Review - The report notes that the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index fell by 1.75%, while the building materials sector (CITIC) dropped by 3.32%. Among individual stocks, Honghe Technology saw a significant increase of 22.1% [1][10] - The performance of the recommended stocks included Honghe Technology (+22.1%), Zhongcai Technology (-2.5%), Xibu Cement (-1.44%), Huaxin Cement (-6.9%), and others [1][10] Recommended Stocks - The report recommends a focus on the following stocks: Zhongcai Technology, Honghe Technology, Xibu Cement, Huaxin Cement, Sankeshu, Dongfang Yuhong, and Weixing New Materials [3][16] Key Industry Insights - Cement is expected to benefit from anticipated improvements in infrastructure and real estate demand. The supply structure is expected to continue optimizing in the medium to long term [16] - The report indicates that the consumption building materials sector is likely to stabilize as real estate policies improve, with leading companies undergoing channel transformations to enhance scale effects [16] - New materials such as glass and carbon fiber are expected to face high demand and opportunities for domestic substitution, with leading companies likely to experience rapid growth [16] - The report also notes that the glass sector is at a historically low market value, with expectations for recovery as the industry undergoes cold repairs [16]

Summary of Conference Call Notes Industry or Company Involved - The conference call focuses on the Chinese economy and the implications of recent government policies, particularly in the context of the A-share market and various sectors such as real estate, consumer goods, and technology. Core Points and Arguments 1. **Optimistic Economic Outlook**: The Politburo meeting expressed an optimistic view on the economic situation without mentioning increased external shocks or introducing strong stimulus policies. Emphasis was placed on urban renewal in real estate and the implementation of existing policies [1][3] 2. **Focus on Domestic Demand**: The policy shift aims to expand commodity consumption and cultivate new growth points in service consumption, alongside high-quality infrastructure projects to stimulate domestic demand [1][5] 3. **Cash Subsidies Over Price Subsidies**: The government is moving towards direct cash subsidies (e.g., childcare subsidies) to enhance consumer purchasing power, avoiding market distortions caused by price wars. This approach is expected to prevent distorted price perceptions in the long term [1][7][8] 4. **Policy Combination for Economic Recovery**: Attention is drawn to a combination of policies aimed at countering "involution" and promoting inflationary effects, which may boost prices and achieve re-inflation [1][9] 5. **Market Performance and Strategy**: The market may experience high-level fluctuations in the short term, with a recommendation to maintain a high position in investments, particularly in sectors like innovative pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, AI applications, and new consumer trends [1][10][11] 6. **Concerns in Downstream Industries**: Downstream sectors face uncertainties regarding the effectiveness of market-oriented measures for private enterprises, the alignment of demand-side policies, and the impact of rising upstream prices on costs [2][13][14] 7. **Supply-Side Reform Impact**: Supply-side reforms are expected to enhance production efficiency and economic quality, with a focus on upstream resource sectors such as photovoltaic materials, steel, fiberglass, and energy metals [1][12] 8. **Mid-term Involution Dynamics**: The phenomenon of "involution" is anticipated to recur in the mid-term, depending on the implementation of subsequent policies across various industries [2][15] 9. **Investment Recommendations**: Investors are advised to focus on upstream sectors, particularly those with volatile futures prices, while monitoring the rollout of policies related to "involution" for informed investment decisions [2][16] Other Important but Possibly Overlooked Content - The government is cautious about project approvals to improve the efficiency of fund usage, indicating a more prudent approach to fiscal policy [4] - The introduction of cash subsidies marks a significant shift in the government's approach to stimulating consumption, which could have lasting effects on consumer behavior and market dynamics [7][8] - The potential for a strong market response to the upcoming policies and the importance of aligning supply-side reforms with market needs are critical for future economic stability [12][15]

Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the construction materials industry is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [1] Core Insights - The report emphasizes the ongoing theme of "anti-involution" in the construction materials sector, with a focus on the marginal changes in the fundamentals. The recent Politburo meeting highlighted the importance of high-quality urban renewal and the need to regulate chaotic competition among enterprises, which is expected to influence capacity management in key industries [4] - In the cement sector, a policy document released by the Cement Association on July 1 is anticipated to enhance the enforcement of production limits, leading to a potential decrease in capacity and an increase in utilization rates. The report predicts a gradual price recovery in August as demand improves [4] - The glass industry is experiencing a downward trend in demand due to the real estate sector's impact, with supply-demand imbalances persisting. However, the report notes that most companies in the float glass sector meet environmental standards, which may prevent drastic capacity cuts but could raise costs and accelerate maintenance schedules [5] - The fiberglass segment is expected to benefit from the AI industry, with demand for low-dielectric products projected to rise significantly. The report highlights a clear upgrade in product structure, indicating a potential explosive growth in demand [5] - The consumer building materials sector has reached a profitability bottom, with no further downward price pressure. The report notes a strong push for price increases across various categories, suggesting a potential improvement in profitability [5] Summary by Sections Cement - Cement prices are currently declining due to seasonal factors, with a 2.13% decrease in the price of ordinary cement (P.O 42.5) reported this week. The monthly production in June 2025 saw a year-on-year decline of 5.3% [8] Glass - The glass market is facing challenges, with a 0.76% increase in prices this week, but overall demand remains weak. The report indicates that the industry is still grappling with supply-demand contradictions [13] Fiberglass - The fiberglass industry is experiencing a positive trend driven by AI-related demand, with expectations for both volume and price increases [5] Consumer Building Materials - The consumer building materials sector is showing signs of recovery, with companies actively raising prices after years of competitive pressure. This sector includes waterproofing materials, coatings, and gypsum boards [5] Recent Company Announcements - Oriental Yuhong reported a revenue of 13.569 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 10.84%, with a net profit of 564 million yuan, down 40.16% [17] - Rabbit Baby's associated company, Hanhai Group, was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, with Rabbit Baby holding a 1.85% stake post-IPO [17]

Investment Rating - The report recommends a positive outlook on the consumption building materials sector, particularly waterproof materials with lower profit baselines [2][5][16]. Core Insights - The consumption building materials sector is entering a low baseline peak season in Q3 2024, with expectations for improved monthly high-frequency data and quarterly profit forecasts compared to H1 2024 [2][5]. - The cement and glass sectors are anticipated to experience price rebounds post mid-August, with potential supply changes during the September military parade providing price elasticity opportunities [2][5]. - Specific companies such as Puyang Nair and Reborn Technology are highlighted for their strategic acquisitions and market positioning, which are expected to enhance their profitability and competitive advantages [3][6][7]. Summary by Sections Consumption Building Materials - The sector is expected to see a recovery in profitability ahead of revenue growth, with a focus on cost reduction and price stabilization [15][16]. - Companies like Dongfang Yuhong and Rabbit Baby are noted for their strong cash flow and dividend performance, with market expectations for net profits in 2025 at approximately 20 million and 7.5 million respectively [16][17]. Cement - The cement market is currently experiencing a price decline, with a 0.3% drop noted, but is expected to stabilize as demand shows signs of improvement [19][43]. - The industry is seeing a shift towards limiting overproduction, with policies aimed at stabilizing supply and improving profitability [19][21]. Glass - The float glass market is under pressure with declining prices and increased inventory, but there is potential for recovery as supply-side adjustments take place [27][29]. - Companies like Xinyi Glass are projected to face a 30-40% decline in net profit for 2024, but maintain a healthy balance sheet and competitive positioning [29][35]. Fiberglass and Carbon Fiber - The fiberglass market is experiencing a split in production and sales, with larger manufacturers benefiting from high-end product demand while smaller firms struggle [36][39]. - The carbon fiber sector is seeing a recovery in wind power demand, which is expected to improve profitability in the coming quarters [40].

Group 1: Cement Industry - The national high-standard cement market price is 339.7 yuan/ton, down 1.0 yuan/ton from last week and down 42.5 yuan/ton from the same period in 2024 [1][2] - The average cement inventory of sample enterprises is 66.2%, down 0.2 percentage points from last week and down 0.9 percentage points from the same period in 2024 [2] - The average cement shipment rate is 44.7%, up 1.7 percentage points from last week but down 2.0 percentage points from the same period in 2024 [2] Group 2: Glass Industry - The average price of float glass is 1295.3 yuan/ton, up 56.7 yuan/ton from last week but down 175.7 yuan/ton from the same period in 2024 [2] - The inventory of float glass in 13 provinces is 5,178 million heavy boxes, down 156 million heavy boxes from last week and down 1,025 million heavy boxes from the same period in 2024 [2] - The market for electronic glass fiber remains stable, with mainstream prices for G75 products at 8,800-9,200 yuan/ton, unchanged from last week [2] Group 3: Market Trends and Recommendations - The construction materials sector saw a decline of 2.31% this week, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index and the Wind All A Index declined by 1.75% and 1.09%, respectively [1] - The industry is expected to see a recovery in profitability due to improved supply-demand balance and potential policy support, with leading companies like Huaxin Cement and Conch Cement recommended for investment [5][6] - The glass fiber market is anticipated to benefit from technological upgrades and increased demand in high-end applications, with companies like Zhongcai Technology and Honghe Technology highlighted as potential investment opportunities [6]

Group 1 - The national high-standard cement market price is 339.7 yuan/ton, down 1.0 yuan/ton from last week and down 42.5 yuan/ton from the same period in 2024 [1][3] - The average cement inventory of sample enterprises is 66.2%, down 0.2 percentage points from last week and down 0.9 percentage points from the same period in 2024 [3] - The average cement shipment rate is 44.7%, up 1.7 percentage points from last week but down 2.0 percentage points from the same period in 2024 [3] Group 2 - The construction materials sector (SW) decreased by 2.31% this week, while the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 and Wind All A indices decreased by 1.75% and 1.09%, respectively [2] - The average price of float glass is 1295.3 yuan/ton, up 56.7 yuan/ton from last week but down 175.7 yuan/ton from the same period in 2024 [3] - The domestic non-alkali roving market price is stable, with mainstream transaction prices ranging from 3200 to 3700 yuan/ton, down 0.64% from last week [3] Group 3 - The real estate industry has shown signs of recovery, with the added value of the real estate sector turning positive, indicating a clearing in the supply chain [4][5] - The cement and glass industries are recommended for investment due to their potential benefits from demand recovery and industry consolidation [5][6] - The glass fiber market is expected to see growth in high-end products due to technological advancements and increased demand in sectors like wind power and new energy vehicles [7][8] Group 4 - The construction materials sector is experiencing a supply-side contraction, which is expected to improve the short-term supply-demand balance [9] - The government is expected to continue promoting domestic demand and consumption, which will positively impact the home improvement and building materials market [10][11] - Companies with strong growth intentions and those benefiting from national subsidy policies are recommended for investment [11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the construction materials industry [1] Core Views - The construction materials sector is experiencing weak demand, with the PMI showing a decline. The market is awaiting new policies to stimulate demand [4] - The report highlights that the cement market is facing challenges due to adverse weather conditions, leading to a low average shipment rate of less than 45% in key regions. However, the overall price decline has slowed down, indicating potential stabilization in the near term [11][18] - The report suggests that the supply-side consensus on self-discipline within the industry is strengthening, which may lead to better profitability compared to the previous year [11] - The report recommends focusing on cyclical industries that may benefit from policy support, particularly in cement and glass sectors, and highlights specific companies such as Huaxin Cement, Conch Cement, and others as potential investment opportunities [4][11] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Trends - The construction materials sector has seen a decline of 2.31% in the past week, underperforming against the Shanghai Composite Index [4] - The report notes that the cement price is currently at 339.7 RMB/ton, down 1.0 RMB/ton from the previous week and down 42.5 RMB/ton year-on-year [19][20] 2. Bulk Construction Materials Fundamentals and High-Frequency Data 2.1 Cement - The average cement shipment rate is reported at 44.7%, with a slight increase of 1.7 percentage points from the previous week, but a decrease of 2.0 percentage points year-on-year [26] - The report anticipates that cement prices will stabilize in the short term, despite current weak demand [11][18] 2.2 Glass - The average price of float glass is reported at 1295.3 RMB/ton, which is an increase of 56.7 RMB/ton from the previous week but a decrease of 175.7 RMB/ton year-on-year [4] - The report indicates that the glass industry is expected to see a supply-side contraction, which may improve the supply-demand balance in the short to medium term [14] 2.3 Fiberglass - The report highlights that the market for electronic fiberglass products is evolving, with a clear trend towards high-end products, which are expected to see increased penetration and value growth [12] - The profitability of ordinary fiberglass remains resilient, with ongoing demand in sectors like wind power and thermoplastics [12] 3. Industry Dynamics Tracking - The report discusses the impact of government policies aimed at stimulating domestic demand, particularly in the housing market, which is expected to improve the outlook for construction materials [15] - The report emphasizes the importance of companies that are exploring new business models and enhancing their supply chain efficiency [15]