Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [7]. Core Views - In Q2, the company achieved operating revenue of 2.77 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 6.3%, while net profit attributable to shareholders was 520 million yuan, an increase of 42.5%. The non-recurring net profit was 380 million yuan, up 172.9% year-on-year. The high demand for external chartered ships has led to a tightening of domestic supply, improving both supply and pricing [5][11]. - The company has proposed a mid-term dividend for the first time, with a payout ratio of 84.3% and an annualized dividend yield of 8.2%, emphasizing shareholder returns [11]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company reported operating revenue of 5.34 billion yuan, down 7.0% year-on-year, and a net profit of 1.07 billion yuan, up 41.6%. The non-recurring net profit was 820 million yuan, an increase of 94.3% [5]. - In Q2, the company recorded a gross margin of 21.0%, an increase of 12.0 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to the contribution from external chartered ships [11]. Market Dynamics - The external chartered ship market remains robust, with charter rates for 4,400 TEU vessels averaging 54.6k USD/day in Q2, a year-on-year increase of 57.7%. This has allowed the company to enhance its capacity deployment in the foreign trade market [11]. - Domestic shipping demand has shown signs of improvement, with container throughput in the first two quarters recording year-on-year changes of +2.1% and -2.1%, respectively. The domestic shipping price index has also improved significantly [11]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a strong domestic shipping peak season in Q4, which is expected to release performance elasticity. Forecasted net profits for 2025-2027 are 2.14 billion, 2.43 billion, and 2.50 billion yuan, respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 10.3, 9.0, and 8.8 times [11].

Market Performance - The shipping and port sector increased by 0.3% compared to the previous trading day, with Nanjing Port leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3858.13, down 0.45%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12553.84, down 2.14% [1] Individual Stock Performance - Nanjing Port (002040) closed at 10.03, up 3.62% with a trading volume of 300,200 shares and a transaction value of 301 million yuan [1] - Other notable gainers include: - Air China Securities (833171) up 2.61% to 10.61 [1] - Ningbo Maritime (600798) up 2.56% to 4.01 [1] - Ningbo Ocean (601022) up 2.49% to 9.88 [1] - Conversely, the following stocks experienced declines: - HNA Technology (600751) down 3.64% to 4.24 [2] - Strait Shares (002320) down 2.65% to 8.09 [2] - Tianjin Port (600717) down 2.18% to 4.94 [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The shipping and port sector saw a net outflow of 150 million yuan from main funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 198 million yuan [2] - Notable capital flows include: - China Ocean Shipping (601919) with a main fund net inflow of 129 million yuan [3] - Zhonggu Logistics (603565) with a main fund net inflow of 35 million yuan [3] - Nanjing Port (002040) with a main fund net inflow of 10 million yuan [3]

Core Insights - The company, China Merchants Energy Shipping Company (招商轮船), reported a decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, with a slight recovery in Q2 [2][3]. Revenue Performance - For H1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 12.585 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 4.91%, while Q2 2025 revenue was 6.989 billion yuan, showing a slight increase of 0.13% [2]. - The revenue from oil tanker transportation in H1 2025 was 4.443 billion yuan, down 10.46% year-on-year, with Q2 revenue at 2.306 billion yuan, a decrease of 4.28% [4][5]. - The dry bulk shipping segment generated 3.701 billion yuan in H1 2025, a decline of 6.50%, with Q2 revenue at 2.021 billion yuan, down 2.00% [7][8]. - The container shipping segment saw a revenue increase to 3.020 billion yuan in H1 2025, up 10.93%, with Q2 revenue at 1.882 billion yuan, an increase of 11.73% [9]. Profitability Analysis - The net profit attributable to shareholders for H1 2025 was 2.125 billion yuan, a decrease of 14.91%, while Q2 net profit was 1.259 billion yuan, an increase of 12.25% [3]. - The non-recurring net profit for H1 2025 was 1.906 billion yuan, down 22.03%, with Q2 showing a decline of 3.04% to 1.053 billion yuan [3]. - The oil tanker segment's net profit for H1 2025 was 1.293 billion yuan, down 22.77%, while Q2 net profit was 806 million yuan, a slight increase of 0.22% [4][5]. - The dry bulk segment's net profit for H1 2025 was 422 million yuan, down 47.27%, with Q2 net profit at 263 million yuan, a decrease of 40.66% [7][8]. - The container segment's net profit for H1 2025 was 628 million yuan, a significant increase of 161.50%, with Q2 net profit at 293 million yuan, up 115.15% [9]. Fleet Overview - As of mid-2025, the company maintained the world's largest VLCC fleet with 52 vessels (16.11 million deadweight tons) and 7 Aframax vessels (770,000 deadweight tons) [4]. - The dry bulk fleet also remained the largest globally, comprising 93 vessels (18.56 million deadweight tons), including 34 VLOCs (13.13 million deadweight tons) [6]. Future Outlook - The company forecasts revenues of 25.592 billion yuan, 26.874 billion yuan, and 27.703 billion yuan for 2025 to 2027, with year-on-year growth rates of -0.80%, 5.01%, and 3.08% respectively [9]. - Expected net profits for the same period are projected at 5.243 billion yuan, 6.044 billion yuan, and 6.356 billion yuan, with growth rates of 2.66%, 15.26%, and 5.17% respectively [9].

Report Summary 1. Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Views - The EC market is rising. The main reasons are that the US Court of Appeals ruled that most of Trump's tariff measures exceeded the scope of authority, but the relevant tariff collection will still be carried out normally before October 14. Meanwhile, the conflict between the Houthis and Israel has reignited, which is beneficial to the far - month contracts [7]. - The downward adjustment of OCEAN's freight rates accelerated in September, which may put pressure on MSK to cut prices to attract cargo. It's necessary to focus on whether MSK will follow the price cut and whether the freight rates can stop falling in September. In the short term, the freight rates may fall below 1300. The price of the December contract is likely to show a weak and volatile trend. The strategy is to short the October contract on rallies and conduct a rolling 10 - 12 reverse spread [8]. 3. Directory - based Summaries 3.1 Shipping Freight Index - **Spot Freight Index**: The present values of SCFI, CCFI, SCFI - West US, SCFIS - West US, SCFI - East US, SCFI - Northwest Europe, SCFIS - Northwest Europe, and SCFI - Mediterranean are 1445, 1156, 1923, 1013, 2866, 1481, 1773, and 2145 respectively. The corresponding previous values are 1415, 1175, 1644, 1041, 2613, 1668, 1990, and 2225, with the respective growth rates of 2.10%, - 1.58%, 16.97%, - 2.69%, 9.68%, - 11.21%, - 10.90%, and - 3.60% [5]. - **Forward Freight Agreement Index**: The present values of EC2506, EC2608, EC2510, EC2512, EC5602, and EC2604 are 1428.5, 1602.1, 1291.4, 1640.9, 1461.3, and 1241.8 respectively. The previous values are 1376.1, 1561.0, 1261.0, 1562.7, 1408.1, and 1204.4, with the growth rates of 3.81%, 2.63%, 2.41%, 5.00%, 3.78%, and 3.11% [5]. - **Positions**: The present positions of EC2606, EC2608, EC2410, EC2412, EC2602, and EC2604 are 890, 274, 52271, 16495, 4846, and 7069 respectively. The previous positions are 867, 256, 53260, 17323, 4689, and 7136, with the changes of 23, 18, - 989, - 828, 157, and - 67 [5]. - **Monthly Spread**: The present values of 10 - 12, 12 - 2, and 12 - 4 monthly spreads are - 349.5, 179.6, and 399.1 respectively. The previous values are - 301.7, 154.6, and 358.3, with the changes of - 47.8, 25.0, and 40.8 [5]. 3.2 Market News - Yemen's Houthi rebels vowed to avenge the death of several important members in Israeli air strikes, and the conflict between the Houthis and Israel may intensify [6]. - The US Trade Representative's Office extended the exclusion list measures for China in the Section 301 investigation from August 31, 2025, to November 2025 [6]. - The US government plans to expand national security tariffs in the next few months, covering industries such as steel, aluminum, semiconductors, heavy trucks, and commercial aircraft [6]. - Container ships can reach 10 million TEU, and alternative - fuel - powered ships will dominate future shipping capacity. The average age of the global fleet is 13.7 years (11 years weighted by TEU), and some segments, especially medium - sized ships, are aging rapidly [6].

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the content. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The shipping industry is currently facing significant cargo - collection pressure. The freight rate center has declined, and the 10 - month contract is mainly short - allocated while the 12 - month contract has the potential for long - allocation after the freight rate bottom becomes clear [4][5]. - The EC2510 contract is relatively safe to short at high prices, but extreme short - chasing is not advisable. For the 12 - month contract, attention should be paid to the bottom of this round of freight rate decline, and long - allocation can be gradually carried out as the freight rate bottom becomes clear [4][5]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs 3.1 Market Analysis - Online quotes: Different shipping companies have different price quotes for the Shanghai - Rotterdam route. For example, Maersk's 36 - week price is 1315/2210, and the 37 - week price is 1140/1900 (currently up to 1170/1960). HPL - SPOT's price for the second half of September is 1135/1835 [1]. - Geopolitical situation: The Yemeni Houthi rebels stated that they would retaliate for the death of several important members in an Israeli air strike, which may affect shipping in the region [2]. 3.2 Capacity Analysis - China - European basic port capacity: The average weekly capacity in September is 294,700 TEU, and in October is 276,600 TEU. There are 3 blank sailings in September and 10 TBNs and 3 blank sailings in October. HPL has announced two additional vessels for October [3]. 3.3 Contract Analysis - 10 - month contract: It is a quarterly contract, mainly short - allocated. The current freight rate center has dropped to around $2000/FEU, and the 10 - month contract is equivalent to a spot price of around $1900/FEU. Attention should be paid to the price at which shipping companies try to stabilize the price [4]. - 12 - month contract: In normal years, the price in December is generally more than 10% higher than that in October. The risk lies in the bottom of this round of freight rate decline. If vessels on the US route are transferred to the European route in the fourth quarter, it may put pressure on European route prices [5]. 3.4 Futures and Spot Market - Futures market: As of September 1, 2025, the total open interest of all container shipping index European route futures contracts is 81,845.00 lots, and the single - day trading volume is 43,901.00 lots. Different contracts have different closing prices [6]. - Spot market: On September 1, 2025, the SCFIS (Shanghai - Europe) is 1773.60 points, and the SCFIS (Shanghai - US West) is 1013.90 points [6].

Investment Rating - The transportation industry is rated as "Outperform" [2] Core Insights - The report highlights a mixed performance in shipping rates, with a decline in European routes and a rebound in American routes. The overall trend in oil shipping rates has shown a recent correction [3][16] - EHang has deepened its cooperation with the Hefei government, and a significant order of 120 aircraft has been signed between Agricultural Bank of China Financial Leasing and Volant Aviation [3][17] - Yunda's revenue increased by 6.8% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, while J&T Express's market share in Southeast Asia rose to 32.8% [3][24] Summary by Sections Industry Hot Events - Oil shipping rates have corrected, with European routes declining and American routes rebounding. The China Import Oil Comprehensive Index (CTFI) was reported at 1273.82 points, up 10.3% from the previous week [3][15] - EHang signed an investment cooperation agreement with the Hefei government, establishing a headquarters for its VT35 eVTOL series in Hefei, with a total order value of 3 billion yuan for 120 aircraft [3][17][18] - Yunda's revenue reached 24.833 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, a 6.8% increase year-on-year, while J&T Express reported a total revenue of 5.5 billion USD, a 13.1% increase [3][24][26] Industry High-Frequency Data Tracking - In August 2025, the air cargo price index for routes from China to the Asia-Pacific region remained stable, with the Shanghai outbound air cargo price index at 4392.00 points, down 8.3% year-on-year [27][28] - The domestic freight volume for July 2025 increased by 15.04% year-on-year, with total express business volume reaching 164 billion pieces [54] - The shipping container index (SCFI) was reported at 1445.06 points, with a week-on-week increase of 2.10% but a year-on-year decrease of 51.24% [42] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on the equipment and manufacturing export chain, recommending companies such as COSCO Shipping, China Merchants Energy Shipping, and Huamao Logistics [5] - It also highlights investment opportunities in the low-altitude economy, public transportation, and express delivery sectors, recommending companies like SF Express, J&T Express, and Yunda [5]

Group 1: Report Summary - The report is from the Energy and Chemicals Team of the Research Center on September 2, 2025 [2] Group 2: Futures Contract Information - For the EC2510 contract, the previous closing price was 1291.4, with a 2.41% increase, a basis of 482.2, a trading volume of 29155, an open interest of 52271, and a change in open interest of -989 [2] - For the EC2512 contract, the previous closing price was 1640.9, with a 5.00% increase, a basis of 132.7, a trading volume of 11198, an open interest of 16495, and a change in open interest of -823 [2] - For the EC2602 contract, the previous closing price was 1461.3, with a 3.78% increase, a basis of 312.3, a trading volume of 1540, an open interest of 4846, and a change in open interest of 157 [2] - For the EC2604 contract, the previous closing price was 1241.8, with a 3.11% increase, a basis of 531.8, a trading volume of 1721, an open interest of 7069, and a change in open interest of -67 [2] - For the EC2606 contract, the previous closing price was 1428.5, with a 3.81% increase, a basis of 345.1, a trading volume of 174, an open interest of 890, and a change in open interest of 23 [2] Group 3: Month - Spread Information - The EC2510 - 2512 month - spread was -349.5, with a day - on - day change of -47.8 and a week - on - week change of -24.5 [2] - The EC2512 - 2602 month - spread was 179.6, with a day - on - day change of 25.0 and a week - on - week change of 5.0 [2] Group 4: Spot Index Information - The SCHIS SCFI (European Line) index was 1773.6 points on September 1, 2025, down 10.88% from the previous period, and the previous decline was 8.71% [2] - The SCFI (European Line) was 1481 dollars/TEU on September 1, 2025, down 11.21% from the previous period, and the previous decline was 8.35% [2] - The CCFI was 1685.8 points on August 29, 2025, down 4.09% from the previous period, and the previous decline was 1.83% [2] - The NCFI was 929.56 points on August 29, 2025, down 14.25% from the previous period, and the previous decline was 8.83% [2] Group 5: Weekly Outlook - Currently, downstream customers are booking cabins for the first half of September (week 36 - 37). The average quote for week 36 is 2270 dollars (equivalent to 1600 points on the disk), and for week 37 is 2125 dollars (equivalent to 1450 points on the disk) [2] - In September, the overall shipping capacity has been adjusted downward. The FAL3 of the OA Alliance will add a blank sailing in week 37. The FE3 of PA&MSC will add blank sailings in weeks 39 and 41 respectively, and the FE4 will add a blank sailing in week 41 [2] - The average weekly shipping capacity in September and October is 296,000 and 309,000 TEU respectively. After considering all TBN as blank sailings, it will be 296,000 and 281,000 TEU [2] - The market pattern in September is loose, and the upward momentum will continue for at least the next two weeks. The decline in October depends on the shipping companies' blank - sailing behavior. In terms of valuation, the price of the 10 - contract is close to the annual low (1250 - 1300), with limited downside. The 12 - contract may decline in the short - term but is in the peak season and long - term contract negotiation season, so opportunities to go long on dips can be considered [2] Group 6: Recent European Line Quote Information - For week 36, the latest quotes from shipping companies range from 2120 to 2420 dollars, with an average of 2250 dollars (1550 points). The PA Alliance quotes 2200 - 2300 dollars, MSK quotes 2100 dollars (later rising to 2200 dollars), and the OA Alliance quotes 2300 - 2400 dollars [3] - For week 37, the latest average quote is 2100 dollars (equivalent to 1450 points on the disk). MSK quotes 1900 dollars (later rising to 1950 dollars), the PA Alliance quotes 2100 - 2150 dollars, and the OA Alliance quotes 2100 - 2300 dollars [3] Group 7: Related News - On September 1, US media disclosed the US plan to rebuild Gaza, aiming to control the region for at least 10 years [4] - On September 1, the Yemeni Houthi rebels said they attacked the "ScarletRay" oil tanker in the northern Red Sea. The Israeli Defense Forces launched an air strike on Sanaa on August 28. On August 31, Houthi leader Abdul Malik Houthi said they would retaliate and escalate military attacks and shipping blockades against Israel [4] Group 8: Note - The XSI - C index is released with a three - day delay [5]

Core Viewpoint - The company operates in the shipping-related business through six departments, focusing on various services including ship equipment, coatings, general trade, insurance consulting, ship trading agency, and shipping service technology solutions [9]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue and net profit have shown fluctuations over the years, with a notable increase in revenue in 2025 H1 compared to previous periods [11][15]. - The average return on equity for the company in 2025 H1 was 6.09%, an increase of 1.18 percentage points from the same period last year [20]. Revenue Composition - In 2025 H1, the revenue composition included significant contributions from ship equipment and supplies, coatings, and insurance consulting, among others [14][18]. Asset and Liability Changes - As of 2025 H1, the company's cash and cash equivalents decreased by 14.88%, while accounts receivable increased by 50.17% [31]. - The company's liabilities saw an increase in accounts payable by 32.96% and tax liabilities by 140.48% [35]. Financial Ratios - The company reported a current ratio of 5.23 and a quick ratio of 5.06 in 2025 H1, indicating strong liquidity [38]. - The asset-liability ratio has shown a trend over the years, with the company maintaining a ratio lower than the industry average [37].

Group 1: Overall Industry Insights - The transportation sector's revenue and profit showed year-on-year growth in H1 2025, with total revenue reaching 17,351 billion yuan, up 1.8%, and net profit attributable to shareholders at 949 billion yuan, up 4.3% [2] - In Q2 2025, the transportation sector maintained stable revenue at 8,981 billion yuan, with a net profit of 477 billion yuan, reflecting a 6.3% increase year-on-year [2] Group 2: Express Delivery Sector - The express delivery business volume in H1 2025 reached 957 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 19.3%, while the average price per piece was 7.5 yuan, down 8% [2] - In Q2 2025, the express delivery volume was 505.9 billion pieces, up 17% year-on-year, with an average price of 7.39 yuan, down 7% [2] - The express delivery segment's revenue grew by 10% year-on-year in H1 2025, but net profit remained flat; in Q2 2025, revenue increased by 11%, while net profit declined by 1% due to performance drops in franchise express companies [2] Group 3: Aviation Sector - The aviation sector turned profitable in Q2 2025, with a revenue increase driven by passenger volume growth; H1 2025 saw a 7% revenue increase and a 71% rise in net profit attributable to shareholders [3] - National civil aviation passenger volume reached 3.7 billion in H1 2025, up 6% year-on-year, with international passenger volume increasing by 25% [3] - The airport segment also experienced revenue growth of 6% in H1 2025, with net profit increasing by 26% [3] Group 4: Shipping Sector - The shipping sector maintained a stable outlook, with H1 2025 revenue up 2.8% but net profit down 2.8% [4] - The container shipping index (CCFI) averaged 1,252.63 points, down 8.2% year-on-year, while the PDCI index increased by 10.6% [4] Group 5: Port Sector - National port cargo throughput reached 5.7 billion tons in H1 2025, up 2.5% year-on-year, with revenue growth of 5% and net profit growth of 10% [5] - Container port throughput increased by 6.9% year-on-year, with notable performances from major ports like Ningbo and Qingdao [5] Group 6: Road and Rail Sectors - The road sector saw a 3.03% decline in revenue in H1 2025, but net profit increased by 3.4% [5] - The railway sector's revenue was 778 billion yuan, up 0.4%, while net profit decreased by 11.2% [6]

Summary of COSCO Shipping Energy's Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: COSCO Shipping Energy - **Period**: First half of 2025 Key Financial Metrics - **Net Profit**: CNY 1.869 billion, down 29% year-on-year, but up 64% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 [2][4] - **Foreign Trade Oil Transportation Gross Profit**: CNY 1.289 billion, down 49.1% year-on-year, but up 40.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q2 [5] - **LNG Transportation Contribution**: Net profit of CNY 424 million, up 5.7% year-on-year [5] Fleet Development and Strategy - **Fleet Size**: 157 operational vessels, with 18 awaiting delivery [4] - **New Orders**: Ordered methanol dual-fuel and chemical tankers, expected delivery in 2027-2028 [2][6] - **Old Vessel Disposal**: Disposed of a 31-year-old LR1 and a 20-year-old VLCC, generating net proceeds of CNY 1.18 million and CNY 72.98 million respectively [6] Capital Raising and Financial Strategy - **A-Share Private Placement**: Approved by the CSRC, aiming to raise up to CNY 8 billion for new VLCC, Aframax, and LNG vessels [2][7] - **Debt Structure Optimization**: COSCO Shipping Group committed to subscribe for 50% of the offering [7] Market Outlook - **VLCC Rates**: Currently at approximately USD 50,000 per day, expected to improve in Q4 due to OPEC+ production increases and seasonal demand [2][10] - **Supply Constraints**: Aging fleet with high proportion of old vessels, limited new deliveries expected [9] - **Geopolitical Factors**: U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil may tighten market supply, supporting industry fundamentals [9][11] Future Projections - **LNG Vessel Profit Contribution**: Expected to increase net profit by approximately 30% with new deliveries from 2025 to 2028 [3][22] - **TCE Expectations**: Anticipated to be better in H2 2025, with one-year charter rates projected between USD 45,000 and USD 50,000 [3][27] Industry Dynamics - **Trade Shifts**: Increased compliance oil demand from India due to U.S. tariffs, benefiting VLCC and Aframax transportation [11] - **Long-Distance Transport Demand**: Expected to rise due to increased market share from Atlantic oil-producing countries [12] Regulatory and Compliance Readiness - **Environmental Regulations**: All vessels compliant with EXI and CII standards, no additional costs expected [26] Investment Considerations - **Stock Performance**: Recent declines attributed to private placement and broader market trends, with a strong correlation to freight rates [35] - **Long-Term Contracts**: Majority of LNG vessels under long-term contracts, providing revenue stability [34] Conclusion - **Overall Outlook**: COSCO Shipping Energy is positioned for gradual recovery with strategic fleet updates, capital raising efforts, and favorable market conditions anticipated in the latter half of 2025. The company encourages investor engagement in upcoming financing activities [39]