Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant information provided in the given text. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In the third week of January, the decline in food prices widened, and the macro - positive factors were basically digested. The upward trends of commodity futures and spot prices narrowed. - In terms of inflation, the decline in the food price index widened, and the supporting effect of pork on the index narrowed. - In terms of exports, container shipping demand remained stable. Except for the continued increase in freight rates on the North American route, other routes showed corrections. - In terms of investment, while the prices of rebar and coal continued to rise slightly month - on - month, the decline in cement prices continued to expand, and asphalt production remained at a relatively low level compared to the same period. The release of incremental infrastructure demand was still mild. - In terms of real estate, due to the impact of new policies, the transactions of new and second - hand houses increased month - on - month. - For the bond market, the PMI and import - export data in December exceeded expectations, showing a year - end data sprint characteristic. The Q4 economic data to be released on the 19th is expected to be strong, with GDP likely to reach around 5%. There may be a tail - end acceleration in production in December. - The macro - policy positives around the New Year's Day holiday have been basically digested, and with stricter financing supervision, the equity and commodity markets cooled this week. Looking ahead, during the key "good start" period in January, production and investment are expected to continue to gain momentum, and the PMI at the end of the month may still rise slightly. Attention should be paid to the impact of strong data on market expectations [4][37]. Summary According to the Directory Inflation - related - The decline in food prices widened. This week (January 10 - 16), the 200 - index of agricultural product wholesale prices and the wholesale price index of basket products decreased by 0.65% and 0.73% month - on - month respectively, with the decline expanding. - Pork prices rose moderately, with the national average wholesale price of pork increasing by 0.45% month - on - month. Fruit prices rebounded from a decline, rising by 0.7% [4][10][37]. Import - export related - Container shipping prices showed a split trend, with the CCFI index rising by 1.3% month - on - month and the SCFI index falling by 4.5% month - on - month. In response to the impact of the Spring Festival holiday in February, the cargo volume in the export container shipping market increased slightly, and the freight rates of different routes showed different trends. - Bulk shipping weakened. The BDI and CDFI indices both saw an expansion in their declines [4][15][37]. Industry - related - Coal prices continued to rise. Although the daily consumption of coastal power plants decreased after reaching a peak, the heating and replenishment demand increased, and the rigid demand for procurement in the building materials and chemical industries provided support. - The increase in rebar prices slightly expanded. Supported by phased replenishment and infrastructure project rush - work, the apparent demand for rebar rebounded, but the terminal demand has not substantially recovered. - The asphalt production rate increased month - on - month, but there were regional differences in demand. - The increase in copper prices narrowed. The continued rise was supported by factors such as loose liquidity expectations and geopolitical risks, but the increase was restricted due to factors such as the Fed's statement and volatile oil prices. - The glass futures market turned from rising to falling, and the spot inventory decreased [16][18][22]. Investment - related - The decline in cement prices expanded, with the cement price index decreasing by 1.20% week - on - week on average. The supply and demand in the national cement market were both weak, with regional differences. - The transactions of new and second - hand houses showed a slight recovery. From January 9 - 15, the transaction area of new houses in 30 cities increased by 26% month - on - month and 7% year - on - year. The transaction area of second - hand houses increased by 17.3% month - on - month, and the year - on - year decline narrowed to 13.4% [5][25][28]. Consumption - related - In the first week of January, the retail sales of passenger cars decreased by 32% year - on - year. From January 1 - 11, the retail sales volume of the passenger car market was 328,000 units, with a year - on - year decrease of 32% and a month - on - month decrease of 42%. - Oil prices maintained a moderate increase. As of January 16, Brent crude oil and WTI crude oil prices increased by 1.25% and 0.5% respectively month - on - month, with the increase narrowing [3][31].

Core Viewpoint - The market value of limestone mine reserves is influenced by various factors such as mine quality and market price fluctuations, and the calculation of net asset value per share is based on historical cost data from financial statements, which includes the value of mining rights related to limestone mines, but does not directly equate to the market value of limestone reserves [1]. Group 1 - The market value of limestone mine reserves is affected by multiple factors [1] - The calculation of net asset value per share is based on historical cost data [1] - The value of mining rights related to limestone mines is included in the net asset calculation [1]

Group 1 - Su Dawei Ge's wholly-owned subsidiary plans to invest in a fund focusing on semiconductor, new energy, AI, and aerospace sectors, contributing 20 million yuan for a 10.2302% stake [2] - Shimao Energy terminates plans for a change in control after failing to reach consensus on key terms, with stock resuming trading on January 19 [3] - Huatian Hotel's controlling shareholder is planning a merger and restructuring, potentially changing the actual controller to the Hunan Provincial State-owned Cultural Assets Supervision and Administration Commission [4] Group 2 - Jinpu Titanium's subsidiary Xuzhou Titanium will cease production due to intensified market competition, which is expected to significantly impact revenue in 2026 [5] - Dingxin Communications' deputy general manager is under investigation by the CSRC for suspected short-term trading of company stock, but it will not affect the company's operations [6] - Xinhang New Materials plans to acquire 51% of Hairete for 12.8826 million yuan to explore new growth points [7] Group 3 - Hualan Co.'s controlling shareholder raises the upper limit of its share buyback plan from 58.08 yuan to 86.66 yuan per share [8] - Wanhua Chemical's MDI Phase II facility has resumed normal production after maintenance [9] - Junsheng Electronics introduces a strategic investor, with a 1 billion yuan investment aimed at reducing overall debt [10] Group 4 - Jiangbolong announces five shareholders plan to transfer 3% of the company's shares through a pricing inquiry [11] - Haitai Technology expects a net profit increase of 226.86% to 323.97% in 2025, driven by high industry demand and increased orders [13] - Northern Rare Earth anticipates a net profit increase of 116.67% to 134.6% in 2025 due to successful market expansion [14] Group 5 - Lanke Technology forecasts a net profit increase of 52.29% to 66.46% in 2025, benefiting from the AI industry trend [15] - Keda expects a net profit increase of 52.21% to 67.43% in 2025, driven by growth in data center and new energy sectors [16] - Cambridge Technology predicts a net profit increase of 51% to 67% in 2025, supported by strong demand in core business areas [17] Group 6 - China Electric Research anticipates a net profit of 533 million yuan in 2025, a 14.04% increase year-on-year [18] - China Automotive Research expects a net profit of 1.06 billion yuan in 2025, a 17.85% increase year-on-year [19] - Zhongcheng Co. forecasts a net profit of 276 million to 414 million yuan in 2025, recovering from a previous loss [20] Group 7 - Junda Co. expects a net loss of 1.2 billion to 1.5 billion yuan in 2025, worsening from a previous loss of 591 million yuan [21] - Guangdian Network anticipates a net loss of 1.29 billion to 1.55 billion yuan in 2025, attributed to declining traditional business revenue [22] - Jiugang Hongxing predicts a net loss of approximately 1.879 billion yuan in 2025, an improvement from a previous loss of 2.617 billion yuan [23] Group 8 - Jinbo Co. expects a net loss of around 1.4 billion yuan in 2025, worsening from a previous loss of 815 million yuan [24] - Dongjiang Environmental anticipates a net loss of 1.05 billion to 1.35 billion yuan in 2025, due to ongoing industry adjustments [25] - Daqing Energy forecasts a net loss of 1 billion to 1.3 billion yuan in 2025, despite improvements in production costs [26] Group 9 - Dongzhu Ecology expects a net loss of 935 million to 1.135 billion yuan in 2025, impacted by macroeconomic factors [27] - Weiyuan Co. anticipates a net loss of 950 million to 1.05 billion yuan in 2025, turning from profit to loss [28] - Huanghe Xuanfeng predicts a net loss of 850 million yuan in 2025, an improvement from a previous loss of 983 million yuan [29] Group 10 - Fushun Special Steel expects a net loss of 770 million to 870 million yuan in 2025, turning from profit to loss [30] - China First Heavy Industries anticipates a net loss of 310 million to 460 million yuan in 2025, significantly reducing losses compared to the previous year [31] - Jishi Media forecasts a net loss of 364 million to 455 million yuan in 2025, with overall revenue expected to remain stable [33] Group 11 - Guangxi Energy expects a net loss of 170 million to 220 million yuan in 2025, turning from profit to loss [34] - Baike Bio anticipates a net loss of 220 million to 280 million yuan in 2025, turning from profit to loss due to declining vaccine sales [35] - Zhongtai Auto expects to remain in a loss position for 2025, with a projected positive net asset value by year-end [36] Group 12 - Nasda anticipates a loss for 2025 due to significant asset sales and industry policy adjustments [37] - Rongsheng Development expects to report a loss for 2025, with the amount not exceeding the previous year's audited net assets [38] Group 13 - China National Materials signs a contract worth 299 million Canadian dollars for engineering services in Canada [40] - Dayu Water-saving's subsidiary wins a project worth 133 million yuan for water source guarantee engineering [41] - Hailu Heavy Industry reports new orders totaling 1.941 billion yuan for 2025 [42]

Group 1 - The cement sector experienced a decline of 0.92% on January 16, with Jinyu Group leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4101.91, down 0.26%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14281.08, down 0.18% [1] - Key stocks in the cement sector showed varied performance, with Xizang Tianlu rising by 3.02% to a closing price of 11.25, while Jinyu Group fell by 9.95% to 1.90 [1][2] Group 2 - The cement sector saw a net inflow of 126 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors experienced a net outflow of 161 million yuan [2] - The trading volume for Xizang Tianlu was 1.2037 million hands, with a transaction value of 1.37 billion yuan, indicating strong interest despite the overall sector decline [1][2] - The main capital inflow was concentrated in stocks like Xizang Tianlu and Guotong Shares, with net inflows of 207 million yuan and 16.56 million yuan respectively [3]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Market Weight" [51] Core Insights - The construction materials industry is experiencing a continuous release of "stabilizing real estate" signals, with further optimization of supply-side measures [2][42] - Cement production is strictly regulated according to approved capacity, with over 280 clinker production lines replaced by the end of 2025, resulting in an annual capacity reduction of 150 million tons [3][42] - The glass fiber industry is undergoing a structural recovery driven by "anti-involution" policies, with demand shifting from traditional construction materials to high-growth emerging fields [44] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The construction materials sector has shown a 3.37% increase over the past two weeks, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.75 percentage points [11] - The cement market is facing a decline in production and prices due to reduced demand from real estate and infrastructure [3][21] Cement - The average price of cement is currently 316 RMB/ton, down 2 RMB from the previous week, with regional variations in demand affecting prices [21] - The cement industry is expected to see demand supported by major infrastructure projects and urban renewal in 2026, despite ongoing price fluctuations [3][43] Glass and Glass Fiber - The average price of float glass in December 2025 was 1121.29 RMB/ton, reflecting a month-on-month decrease of 8.14% and a year-on-year decrease of 18.0% [44] - The glass fiber sector is benefiting from high demand in advanced applications such as AI servers and 5G communications, with a focus on upgrading production technologies [44] Consumer Building Materials - The Ministry of Commerce and other departments have issued a notice promoting green consumption, which is expected to drive growth in the renovation and urban renewal sectors [45] - Leading companies are enhancing their market share through brand advantages and service improvements, focusing on retail and overseas expansion [45] Recommended Stocks - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong fundamentals and high dividend yields, including Shangfeng Cement (000672), Tapai Group (002233), and Huaxin Cement (600801) [43][46]

Core Viewpoint - Nanjing has made significant progress in air pollution prevention since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan, with all six major air quality indicators expected to meet national secondary standards by 2025, including a notable reduction in PM2.5 levels from 78 µg/m³ in 2013 to 27.1 µg/m³ by 2025 [1][2][3] Group 1: Air Quality Improvement - Nanjing's air quality has shown a continuous improvement trend across all indicators and regions, with PM2.5 levels dropping below 35 µg/m³ since 2020 and maintaining national secondary standards for six consecutive years [2] - By 2025, PM2.5 annual average concentration is projected to further decrease to 27.1 µg/m³, ranking third in the province, while the proportion of days with good air quality is expected to rise to 87.4%, the highest in the province [2] - The number of days with ozone exceedances is expected to decrease by six days in 2025, with no moderate or severe pollution days, marking the first time ozone concentration indicators have met standards since the 14th Five-Year Plan [2] Group 2: Pollution Control Measures - Nanjing has implemented a series of scientific and precise pollution control measures, focusing on major polluters and promoting ultra-low emissions transformations in key industries, resulting in over a 50% reduction in total pollutant emissions [3] - The steel industry has seen nearly 20 billion yuan invested in ultra-low emissions transformations, recognized as a national positive case in the 2024 Central Ecological and Environmental Protection Inspection [3] - Innovative regulatory models for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) have been introduced, including "code exchange" for activated carbon and "code washing" for restaurant oil smoke, creating a comprehensive regulatory network [3] - To address the growing number of vehicles, Nanjing has employed a combination of measures such as subsidies for retiring old vehicles, increasing clean transport ratios, and enhancing oil and gas recovery governance [3] - In 2025, Nanjing successfully applied for over 100 million yuan in central air pollution prevention funds to support the replacement of old non-operational heavy-duty trucks and non-road mobile machinery [3] - Dust and surface pollution control has been normalized through advanced management techniques, including remote monitoring via "smart construction sites" and drone inspections [3]

Core Insights - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has announced the "2025 Excellent Intelligent Factory Project List," with Zongyang Conch Cement recognized for its "Data Full Process Closed Loop Optimization Intelligent Cement Factory" project [2] Group 1: Intelligent Factory Features - Zongyang Conch Cement has transformed the traditional image of the cement industry by implementing advanced technologies such as AI and industrial internet, creating a fully integrated data closed-loop system covering mining, manufacturing, quality, energy, and logistics [2] - The factory utilizes a "cloud-edge-end" collaborative architecture with 208 AI models, enabling over 10,000 devices to connect and communicate, supported by 368 data standards and 400 key performance indicators for intelligent decision-making [2] Group 2: Technological Applications - In mining, the company has developed an unmanned driving system for large mining trucks and loaders, completing the automation of 10 trucks and 3 loaders, which will transform operational modes through "automation replacing labor" [2] - The production control room employs model predictive control technology to optimize key parameters, achieving an online rate exceeding 99% and reducing average coal consumption per ton of clinker by 1.07%, significantly enhancing production stability [3] Group 3: Quality Control and Equipment Management - The intelligent quality control system automates the entire process from sampling to analysis and formulation, achieving an accuracy rate of over 86% in strength prediction and allowing real-time adjustments to reduce quality fluctuations [3] - The equipment management system monitors critical equipment in real-time and performs predictive diagnostics, significantly lowering the risk of unplanned downtime by automatically generating maintenance work orders [3] Group 4: Logistics and Efficiency - The supply and logistics system automates the entire process from e-commerce ordering to vehicle entry and loading control, enhancing efficiency while eliminating human errors [3] - Since the project's implementation, Zongyang Conch Cement has reported an approximate 11.1% increase in production efficiency, with 100% of key equipment being digitized and connected [3] Group 5: Future Outlook - The company aims to further integrate technologies like digital twins and artificial intelligence, continuously advancing energy conservation, carbon reduction, and green production towards the goals of a "zero-carbon factory" and a "leading world-class factory" [3]

Summary of Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) Strategic Update Call Company Overview - **Company**: Companhia Siderúrgica Nacional (CSN) - **Industry**: Steel and Mining - **Date of Call**: January 15, 2026 Key Points Strategic Plan and Deleveraging - CSN aims to reduce leverage by approximately **$16 billion to $18 billion** through divestment of certain assets in 2026, targeting a leverage ratio of around **1.8** [3][4][10] - The company has already initiated the sale of **BRL 3.35 billion** in shares to MRS as part of this deleveraging strategy [15][32] - The goal is to enter a new growth cycle of **eight years** while maintaining a sustainable leverage level [4] Mining Segment - CSN is the **seventh-largest iron ore exporter** globally, with a strong EBITDA generation and high profitability [4] - The mining segment is expected to achieve an EBITDA uplift of approximately **$4 billion per year** [4] - The company has **$3 billion** in reserves supporting an extended mine life [4] Infrastructure Segment - CSN Infrastructure includes **seven railway, port, and multimodal assets**, with a projected EBITDA of over **BRL 60 billion** in the near future [5][6] - The company plans to sell a relevant share of infrastructure assets by 2026 to enhance cash flow [6][9] Cement Segment - CSN Cement is a leading player in Brazil's cement production, with EBITDA margins reaching **30%**, the highest in the sector [7] - The short-term strategy includes seeking the sale of control of CSN Cement by 2026 [7][10] Steel Segment - CSN Steel is recovering profitability and is one of Brazil's largest integrated flat steel producers [8] - The company is assessing strategic alternatives and partnerships to maximize cash generation in the steel segment [8][9] Energy Segment - CSN Energy is one of Brazil's largest renewable energy platforms, achieving self-sufficiency since 2023 [9] - The segment has EBITDA margins between **30% and 40%**, with a focus on energy transition [9] Market Conditions and Challenges - The company faces challenges from high interest rates and competition from imported products, which impact growth and investment [12][13] - CSN emphasizes the need for commitment to investment and growth despite the current economic environment [12][19] Future Outlook - CSN is optimistic about the improvement in profitability and market conditions in 2026, driven by strategic actions taken in 2025 [15] - The company is focused on enhancing its capital structure and reducing leverage to facilitate future investments [19][40] Investor Engagement - The management is actively engaging with investors and exploring strategic partnerships to enhance capital generation [44] - The company is open to future IPOs or sales of stakes in its segments, depending on market conditions and valuations [37][45] Regulatory Considerations - The sale of assets will require regulatory approvals, including from antitrust agencies [50] - The company is prepared to navigate these procedural requirements as part of its strategic initiatives [50] Conclusion CSN is strategically positioning itself for growth through a comprehensive deleveraging plan, focusing on its core segments of mining, infrastructure, cement, steel, and energy. The company aims to enhance profitability while navigating market challenges and engaging with investors for future opportunities.

Group 1 - The report maintains an "overweight" rating for the building materials industry, highlighting independent growth opportunities and valuation advantages despite a weak macroeconomic outlook [1] - Leading companies in the building materials sector have achieved revenue and profit growth through increased market share, expansion of overseas business, and upgrades driven by AI, new energy, and aerospace industries [1] - The internal growth capabilities of leading building materials companies are attracting investment value, with potential for significant excess returns if macroeconomic expectations improve [1] Group 2 - In the cement industry, supply-demand optimization is expected to improve regional dynamics, with a cautious outlook for demand decline narrowing by 2026 [2] - The report anticipates that overseas cement profitability remains high, supported by a weaker dollar and slow supply expansion in Africa [2] - For consumer building materials, the report notes a divergence in strategies and financial performance, with independent growth expected in segments like waterproofing, coatings, and home hardware by 2026 [3] Group 3 - The glass fiber industry is expected to show structural differentiation, with strong demand in wind power and high-end applications reducing low-end competition [4] - The glass market is beginning to show signs of recovery with cold repair signals emerging, indicating further confirmation of bottom-line profitability [4] - The report suggests focusing on leading float glass companies and those with differentiated processing capabilities in 2026 [4]

Group 1: Overall Industry Outlook - The construction materials industry maintains a "buy" rating, with a focus on independent growth highlights and valuation advantages under a cautious macroeconomic assumption [1] - Despite a temporary decline in total physical volume, leading companies in the construction materials sector have achieved revenue and profit growth through increased market share, overseas expansion, and material upgrades driven by AI, new energy, and aerospace industries [1] Group 2: Cement Industry Insights - The cement industry is expected to experience a decline in demand, with supply-demand optimization through overproduction governance, leading to regional improvements [2] - The outlook for cement prices remains low but stable, with potential for overseas growth due to a weaker dollar and slow supply expansion in Africa [2] Group 3: Consumer Building Materials - The consumer building materials sector shows significant strategic and financial report divergence, with independent growth expected in segments like waterproofing, coatings, and home hardware due to channel expansion and cost management [3] - Companies with resilient operations and attractive dividend yields are highlighted, particularly in gypsum boards, engineered wood, and piping, which have stable industry dynamics and solid profit levels [3] Group 4: Glass and Fiberglass Sector - The fiberglass industry is anticipated to show structural differentiation, with strong demand in wind power and exports, while high-end demand may alleviate low-end competition pressures [4] - The glass market is beginning to see signs of cold repair, indicating a potential bottoming out of profits, with a focus on leading float glass companies and those with differentiated processing capabilities [4]