Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with an "Accumulate" rating for the company [3][7]. Core Views - The company focuses on high-performance polymer catalysts and antioxidants, with a strategic expansion into POE (Polyolefin Elastomer) projects, which are expected to drive future growth [6][7]. - The domestic demand for POE is currently reliant on imports, presenting a significant opportunity for local production as the company aims to become a key player in this market [6][10]. Summary by Sections 1. Polymer Catalysts and Chemical Additives - The company has been deeply engaged in the polymer catalyst and antioxidant sectors since its establishment in 2004, gradually establishing a dual focus on catalysts and antioxidants [18][21]. - As of the end of 2024, the company has a production capacity of 400 tons for catalysts, 38,500 tons for single antioxidants, and 28,500 tons for compound additives, with additional capacities under construction [21][25]. 2. Expansion of Polymer Materials and Chemical Additives - The market for polymer materials and their chemical additives is expanding, driven by increasing domestic production and a shift towards local sourcing [44]. - The average annual growth rates for primary forms of plastics, chemical fibers, and synthetic rubber in China from 2014 to 2023 were 6.8%, 6.2%, and 6.3%, respectively, indicating a robust market for domestic catalysts and additives [44]. 3. Strategic Positioning in POE - The company is strategically positioned in the POE market, with plans for a 400,000 tons/year POE joint facility and a 300,000 tons/year α-olefin facility, with the first phase expected to commence production in 2025 [6][10]. - The domestic POE consumption is projected to reach approximately 910,000 tons in 2024, all of which is currently imported, highlighting a significant opportunity for local production [6][63]. 4. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve a net profit of 92 million yuan in 2025, with projections of 177 million yuan in 2026 and 360 million yuan in 2027, corresponding to PE ratios of 42, 22, and 11, respectively [2][7]. - The average PE ratios for comparable companies in the industry for the same period are 36, 25, and 21, indicating that the company's valuation may be attractive as its POE projects come online [7].

Group 1: Investor Relations Activity Overview - The investor relations activity was an earnings briefing held on May 23, 2025, via an online platform [4] - Participants included the company's chairman, general manager, board secretary, and financial officer [5] Group 2: Key Questions and Responses - **Question 1**: Inquiry about the commercialization progress of the new patent for "waste battery non-discharge crushing equipment" **Response**: The company has not yet implemented the commercialization of this technology, focusing instead on polymer material environmental additives [5] - **Question 2**: Measures taken to enhance corporate governance and internal control in the past year **Response**: The company has optimized governance structure and internal controls, improving decision-making efficiency and information disclosure quality [6] - **Question 3**: How the company ensures timely and transparent communication with investors **Response**: The company utilizes earnings briefings and maintains investor hotlines and email contacts to ensure accurate information dissemination [7] - **Question 4**: Plans for financing to support future expansion, particularly in new environmental additive production projects **Response**: The company has completed the main construction of the new project and currently has no financing plans for it [8]

Group 1: Company Performance - In Q1 2025, the company's sales revenue and sales volume increased month-on-month, but year-on-year performance declined due to a high profit base from the previous year and reduced downstream production [4] - The company operates in a cyclical industry, currently at the bottom of the cycle, with market prices stabilizing at low levels, indicating limited further decline potential [4] Group 2: Equity and Consolidation - The company acquired a 7.5% stake in Yingtemei, resulting in a total ownership of 37.5% and becoming its controlling shareholder; however, Yingtemei will not be included in the consolidated financial statements for Q1 2025 [5] Group 3: Project Development - Yingtemei has approximately 7 projects in reserve, with the second phase focusing on domestic substitution in the electronic materials sector, and preliminary evaluations for project construction are underway [6] Group 4: Production Capacity and Product Information - The main products are DBM and SBM, with a combined capacity of about 10,000 tons; SBM is a high-end product used in food, pharmaceuticals, and toys, while DBM is used in industrial applications [7] - The company is facing challenges due to insufficient downstream demand and intensified market competition, leading to declining product prices [7] Group 5: Future Development Plans - The company aims to maintain and strengthen its traditional PVC environmental stabilizers and additives business while enhancing core competitiveness and market share [8] - Plans include building new material production lines focused on domestic substitution and accelerating the second phase of Yingtemei's project to create a new materials industry cluster [8][9] - The company will continue to deepen cooperation with strategic partners to enhance its diversified layout and overall strength [9]