1. Report Industry Investment Rating There is no information provided regarding the report industry investment rating in the given content. 2. Report's Core View - The container shipping market shows that the spot freight rate is gradually reaching its peak, with some shipping companies slightly reducing the freight rate in late July. The EC market generally maintains a volatile trend. Attention should be paid to the opening price of MSK in the first week of August. The dry - bulk shipping market has ended its three - week decline, with the freight rates of large - sized ships expected to stop falling and recover, and medium - sized ships' freight rates expected to be volatile and slightly stronger. The oil tanker transportation market's freight rate increase is mainly driven by geopolitical conflict premiums, and the impact of market sentiment changes on freight rates needs further attention [4][24][28]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs Container Shipping Market Analysis and Strategy Recommendation - The spot freight rate is reaching its peak, and some shipping companies have slightly reduced the freight rate in late July. The EC market is volatile. On July 14, EC2508 closed at 2027.2 points, down 0.17% from the previous day. The latest SCFIS European line reported 2421.94 points, up 7.3% week - on - week. The SCFI European line on July 11 was 2099 dollars/TEU, down 0.1% week - on - week. Trump announced additional tariffs on imports from Canada, the EU, and Mexico starting from August 1 [4]. - In June, China's exports to the US were 381.7 billion dollars, down 16.1% year - on - year but with a significant month - on - month improvement. Exports to ASEAN were 581.9 billion dollars, up 16.8% year - on - year, and exports to the EU were 492.2 billion dollars, up 7.6% year - on - year [5]. Logic Analysis - Spot freight rates vary among shipping companies. The OA alliance's freight rates remain high. The demand side is in the traditional peak season from July to August, but tariff policies may affect the shipping rhythm. The supply side shows that the weekly average capacity in July, August, and September 2025 is 27.77, 28.83, and 30.04 million TEU respectively. July is a period of increasing supply and demand, approaching the peak of the peak season. Trump extended the tariff exemption period to August 1, and additional tariffs may impact China's exports and re - export trade [6]. Trading Strategy - Unilateral trading: Volatile, pay attention to tariff and geopolitical dynamics [9]. - Arbitrage: Roll - over operation of the 10 - 12 spread [10]. Industry News - The White House economic advisor said Trump received trade agreement proposals and may impose additional tariffs if not improved. The EU extended the suspension of counter - measures against US tariffs to early August. Trump announced additional tariffs on Mexico, the EU, etc. The US and India are negotiating a trade agreement to reduce India's tariffs to below 20%. There are developments in the Israel - Palestine cease - fire negotiations [11][13][14]. Dry - bulk Shipping Market Analysis and Outlook - The Baltic Dry Bulk Freight Index rose 198 points to 1663 points, a 13.5% increase, reaching the highest level since June 25. The Capesize ship freight index rose 440 points or about 26.4% to 2104 points, with the daily average profit increasing by 3654 dollars to 17453 dollars. The Panamax ship freight index rose 137 points or 8% to 1860 points, with the daily average profit rising by 1236 dollars to 16743 dollars. The Supramax ship freight index rose 37 points or 3.1% to 1219 points [20]. - The spot freight rates of Capesize ships' iron ore routes increased. The weekly freight rates of coal and bauxite routes of Capesize ships and coal and grain routes of Panamax ships also increased. From July 7 - 13, the global iron ore shipment volume was 2987.1 million tons, with Australian and Brazilian shipments increasing [22][23]. Logic Analysis - The international dry - bulk shipping market ended its three - week decline. The Capesize ship market's freight rates stopped falling and recovered due to increased shipping inquiries and improved demand expectations. The Panamax ship market's freight rates continued to rise due to strong coal and grain transportation demand and tight shipping capacity. The freight rates of large - sized ships are expected to stop falling and recover, and medium - sized ships' freight rates are expected to be volatile and slightly stronger [24]. Industry News - Trump announced additional tariffs on imports from Mexico, Brazil, and the EU starting from August 1. Guinea requires 50% of bauxite exports to be transported by its own ships. The coal export volume of Newcastle Port in June increased year - on - year and month - on - month. The inventory of imported iron ore in 45 Chinese ports decreased [25][26]. Oil Tanker Transportation Market Analysis and Outlook - On July 11, the Baltic Dirty Tanker Index (BDTI) was 929, down 0.21% week - on - week and 11.86% year - on - year. The Baltic Clean Tanker Index (BCTI) was 546, up 0.74% week - on - week and down 33.50% year - on - year. The freight rate increase is mainly driven by geopolitical conflict premiums, and the impact of market sentiment changes on freight rates needs attention [28]. Industry News - Trump's dissatisfaction with Putin may lead to more sanctions on Russia, affecting oil prices. The domestic refined oil retail price may be reduced. OPEC and its allies are increasing oil production, and the demand in the third quarter is expected to be strong [30].

Core Points - The company has approved the first exercise period of the 2022 stock option incentive plan, allowing 94 incentive targets to exercise 7,177,500 stock options at a price of 5.119 yuan per share [1][2][4] - The stock option incentive plan has undergone necessary approvals, including from the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission [2][3] - The first exercise period for the stock options is set from May 30, 2025, to May 29, 2026, with a total of 33% of the granted options eligible for exercise during this period [4][5] Approval Process - The company held several board and supervisory meetings to review and approve the stock option incentive plan and its related documents [1][2][3] - The independent directors provided opinions on the plan's benefits for the company's sustainable development [1][2][3] Conditions for Exercise - The exercise of stock options is contingent upon meeting specific performance conditions, including financial report approvals and no adverse audit opinions [5][6] - The company must achieve certain performance metrics, such as a return on equity (ROE) of 10.5% and a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in revenue of at least 10.5% [7][8] Adjustments and Impact - The exercise price of the stock options was adjusted from 5.32 yuan to 5.119 yuan due to dividend distributions [12] - The total number of incentive targets was reduced from 97 to 94 due to retirements and resignations, resulting in a decrease in the total number of options from 22,975,000 to 21,750,000 [12][17] Financial Implications - If all options are exercised, the company's net assets will increase by approximately 36.74 million yuan, with a corresponding increase in capital reserves [17][18] - The exercise of stock options is not expected to significantly impact the company's financial condition or operating results [18][19] Future Disclosures - The company will disclose changes in incentive targets, adjustments to stock option parameters, and the status of stock option exercises in regular and interim reports [19]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Viewpoints - The short - term market may rebound, but due to geopolitical conflicts and tariff uncertainties, the game is difficult, and it is recommended to participate with light positions or wait and see [2][4]. - Attention should be paid to tariff policies, the Middle - East situation, and spot freight rates [4]. 3. Summary by Related Content Market Conditions - On July 16, the main contract 2510 closed at 1598.1, with a 1.4% increase, a trading volume of 96,500 lots, and an open interest of 50,500 lots, an increase of 3,849 lots from the previous day [4]. - The basis continued to converge, but the spot market lacked sufficient momentum to support the continuous upward movement of futures prices. The main contract opened high and closed low but still rose slightly [4]. Freight Index - On July 14, the Shanghai Export Container Settlement Freight Index (SCFIS) for the European route was 2,421.94 points, up 7.3% from the previous period; for the US - West route, it was 1,266.59 points, down 18.7% [3]. - On July 11, the Ningbo Export Container Freight Index (NCFI) composite index was 1,218.03 points, down 3.19% from the previous period; the European route was 1,435.21 points, down 0.50%; the US - West route was 1,186.59 points, up 0.85% [3]. - On July 11, the Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) composite index was 1,733.29 points, down 30.20 points from the previous period; the European line price was 2,099 USD/TEU, down 0.10%; the US - West route was 2,194 USD/FEU, up 5.03% [3]. - On July 11, the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) composite index was 1,313.70 points, down 2.2% from the previous period; the European route was 1,726.41 points, up 1.9%; the US - West route was 1,027.49 points, down 5.2% [3]. PMI and Investor Confidence Index - Eurozone's June manufacturing PMI preliminary value was 49.4, service PMI was 50 (a two - month high), and composite PMI was 50.2. The Sentix investor confidence index was 0.2 [3]. - China's Caixin manufacturing PMI in June was 50.4, up 2.1 percentage points from May [3]. - US Markit manufacturing PMI preliminary value in June was 52, service PMI was 53.1 (a two - month low), and composite PMI was 52.8 (a two - month low) [3]. Strategies - Short - term strategy: The short - term market may rebound. Risk - takers are recommended to go long on the 2510 contract below 1300 (already with a profit margin of over 300). If it continues to pull back today, consider adding positions; consider shorting the EC2512 contract above 1950 [5]. - Arbitrage strategy: In the context of international situation turmoil, with a positive spread structure and large fluctuations, it is recommended to wait and see or try with light positions [5]. - Long - term strategy: It is recommended to take profits when each contract rises, wait for the pull - back to stabilize, and then judge the subsequent direction [5]. Policy Adjustments - The daily limit for contracts from 2508 to 2606 is adjusted to 18% [5]. - The margin for contracts from 2508 to 2606 is adjusted to 28% [5]. - The daily opening limit for all contracts from 2508 to 2606 is 100 lots [5].

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided. 2. Core Views - The main reasons for the significant increase in the 10 and far - month contracts are the change of the main contract from 2508 to 2510, better - than - expected spot market and European port congestion, and some assistance from geopolitical factors. The current situation of European routes is stable reality and weak expectation. After the repair of deep discount on the disk, investors should not chase high. The recommended strategy is to short 10 contracts on rallies and hold the 12 - 4 calendar spread [10][11][12]. 3. Summary by Relevant Content Shipping Derivatives Data - **Container Freight Index**: The Shanghai Export Container Freight Index (SCFI) stood at 1733, down 1.71% from the previous value; the China Export Container Freight Index (CCFI) was 1314, down 2.18%. Among different routes, SCFI - US West increased by 5.03%, SCFIS - US West decreased by 18.69%, SCFI - US East rose by 1.16%, SCFI - Northwest Europe dropped by 0.10%, SCFIS - Northwest Europe increased by 7.22%, and SCFI - Mediterranean decreased by 7.04% [3]. - **EC Contracts**: The EC contracts generally showed a trend of decline. For example, EC2506 decreased by 2.42%, EC2508 increased by 1.27%, EC2510 decreased by 3.47%, EC2512 decreased by 4.19%, EC5602 decreased by 3.50%, and EC2604 decreased by 2.90%. In terms of positions, there were increases and decreases in different contracts. For example, EC2606 position increased by 4, EC2508 position decreased by 2808, EC2410 position increased by 3849, etc. The month - spread also changed, with the 10 - 12 month - spread increasing by 84.5, the 12 - 2 month - spread increasing by 19.5, and the 12 - 4 month - spread decreasing by 38.8 [3]. Market News - **Geopolitical News**: Protests broke out in Israel demanding a hostage agreement. Israel accepted a 60 - day cease - fire and hostage release draft proposed by Qatar, but Hamas rejected it. The core of the deadlock is the map parameters for the Israeli army's withdrawal from Gaza. Israel will propose a new map plan next Monday [4]. - **Shipping Market News**: MSK opened bookings for wk31 at a flat price of 3000. Some 0A ships' offline sailings can guarantee cabins, have long - free timeliness, and allow for off - site container returns at the destination port. MSK has some single - point cabin space on European routes. For PA7 at the end of the month, some special - price cabins for matching goods still need to be booked in advance, and the overall cabin space at the end of the month is abundant. European port congestion has not been alleviated due to factors such as labor shortages, strikes at the Port of Antwerp, low Rhine River water levels, and increased risks in the Red Sea route [5][6][7][8]. EC Market - **Market Review**: The market declined. The EC2510 contract rose by more than 16% again yesterday, with a cumulative increase of more than 20% in two days [9]. - **Reasons for the Increase**: The main reasons for the significant increase in the 10 and far - month contracts are the change of the main contract, better - than - expected spot market and European port congestion, and some assistance from geopolitical factors [10][11]. - **Outlook and Strategy**: There may still be a rush to ship in July. The current situation of European routes is stable reality and weak expectation. The spot market is expected to enter an arc - top trend from late July to early August. The recommended strategy is to short 10 contracts on rallies and hold the 12 - 4 calendar spread [11][12].

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Viewpoints - The freight rate of the container shipping index on the European line is hovering at a high level. The 8 - month contract is in a high - level shock and game for delivery, the 10 - month contract is mainly for short - allocation, and the 12 - month contract's freight rate is usually high, but it is affected by whether the Suez Canal resumes navigation [3][4]. - The container shipping industry is affected by multiple factors such as geopolitics, ship capacity supply, and market demand. The current situation shows fluctuations in freight rates and changes in shipping capacity [2][4]. - The trading strategies include the main contract oscillating, going long on the 12 - month contract and short on the 10 - month contract, and shorting the 10 - month contract on rallies [7]. Summary by Directory 1. Market Analysis - Online quotes vary among different shipping companies. For example, the price of Maersk Shanghai - Rotterdam in Week 31 is 1855/3110, and HPL's quotes for the second half of July and the first half of August are different [1]. - Geopolitical events such as the military actions of the Yemeni Houthi rebels may impact shipping routes and freight rates [2]. - The weekly average capacity of China - European base ports in July is 303,500 TEU, and in August it is 310,000 TEU. There are 5 blank sailings in July and 2 in August, mostly from the OA alliance [2]. 2. Contract Analysis - 8 - month contract: The freight rate is in a high - level shock, and CMA still has a price - holding expectation in August. The estimated SCFIS from July 21st to July 28th is between 2300 - 2400 points [3]. - 10 - month contract: It is mainly for short - allocation, and the focus is on the downward slope of the freight rate. Normally, the price in October is 20% - 30% lower than that in August [4]. - 12 - month contract: The seasonal pattern of peak and off - peak seasons still exists. The risk lies in whether the Suez Canal resumes navigation. Usually, the price in December is more than 10% higher than that in October [4]. 3. Futures and Spot Prices - As of July 16, 2025, the total open interest of all contracts of the container shipping index on the European line futures is 86,287.00 lots, and the single - day trading volume is 122,392.00 lots. The closing prices of different contracts vary [5]. - On July 11th, the SCFI (Shanghai - Europe route) price is 2099.00 US dollars/TEU, and on July 14th, the SCFIS (Shanghai - Europe) is 2421.94 points [6]. 4. Ship Capacity Supply - 2025 is still a big year for container ship deliveries. As of now, 141 container ships have been delivered, with a total capacity of 1.194 million TEU [6]. 5. Strategies - Unilateral: The main contract oscillates. - Arbitrage: Go long on the 12 - month contract and short on the 10 - month contract, and short the 10 - month contract on rallies [7].

Group 1 - The third China International Supply Chain Promotion Expo (Chain Expo) opened on July 16, showcasing Swire Group's diverse businesses in the quality life section [1] - Swire Group's China Chairman, Cheung Yat Tak, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainable practices and collaboration with partners in China's industrial chain to promote high-quality development [1] - Swire Properties presented the future development blueprint of Beijing Taikoo Li through a model, highlighting standards for high-quality commercial communities [1] Group 2 - Swire Coca-Cola is embedding sustainability into its entire research, production, and operation chain to achieve its net-zero emissions target by 2050 [2] - Swire Sugar is leading a new trend in healthy consumption with innovative products like natural sweeteners and tremella soup [2] - Cathay Pacific aims to enhance global aviation through improved route planning, service quality, and passenger experience, reaching 100 global passenger destinations in the first half of this year [2] Group 3 - Swire Group's various businesses are focused on deepening supply chain collaboration through innovation and sustainable practices, aligning with the new development pattern of "dual circulation" [2] - The company is committed to contributing value to China's economic and social development while responding to diverse consumer demands for a better life [2]

Group 1: High-Speed Rail Technology - The CR450 train set, capable of reaching speeds of 600 km/h, showcases China's advanced railway technology and its leadership in the global high-speed rail sector [1][2] - The CR450 train, developed independently, achieves a maximum operational speed of 400 km/h, with improvements in running resistance reduced by 22%, traction efficiency increased by 4%, overall weight decreased by 10%, and energy consumption lowered by 20% [2] - The development of a 600 km/h magnetic levitation train aims to bridge the speed gap between aviation and traditional rail, facilitating rapid commuting within urban clusters and enhancing long-distance transportation networks [2] Group 2: Innovations in Transportation - The integration of digital information, artificial intelligence, and new energy materials is fostering significant advancements in transportation productivity [1] - The establishment of a high-level autonomous driving demonstration zone in Beijing has led to the deployment of over 1,000 autonomous vehicles, accumulating nearly 40 million kilometers in testing [4] - The transition of autonomous driving from testing to commercial operation is underway, driven by advancements in large model technology that enhance perception and decision-making capabilities [5] Group 3: Maritime Safety and Technology - The introduction of the "Smart Eye" system at the Qingdao Pilot Station enhances navigation safety by providing real-time data on surrounding vessels and environmental conditions [6] - The smart pilot service platform, operational since 2022, utilizes advanced radar systems and high-precision navigation to improve the safety and efficiency of maritime operations [6] - The maritime industry is focusing on green transformation, digital upgrades, and intelligent development, with an emphasis on eliminating outdated, high-energy-consuming equipment [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry [1] Core Insights - Green hydrogen consumption is crucial, with green shipping opening up demand opportunities. As of June 2025, green hydrogen project approvals correspond to a production capacity of 7.6 million tons, but the project startup rate is only 24%, equating to about 1.8 million tons of green hydrogen capacity. The key to commercializing the industry lies in establishing a sustainable profit model and finding downstream applications that can accept green hydrogen prices [1][10] - The International Maritime Organization (IMO) has introduced a legally binding net-zero emissions framework for the shipping industry, which is expected to come into effect around 2027. This framework will apply to all international vessels over 5,000 gross tons, making hydrogen-based fuels like green methanol a suitable option for compliance [1][28] Summary by Sections Section 1: Green Hydrogen Consumption and Demand from Green Shipping - Green hydrogen project approvals are high, but actual project implementation remains low, with only 24% of projects started [10] - The IMO's new regulations are pushing the shipping industry towards decarbonization, with significant penalties for non-compliance [23][25] Section 2: Rapid Growth in Demand for Methanol Ships - Methanol is becoming the preferred fuel for shipping companies, with 125 methanol dual-fuel ships ordered in 2023, accounting for 23% of new orders [2][42] - The economic viability of methanol as a fuel is critical, with fuel costs representing 30%-50% of operational costs for ships [2][48] Section 3: High Growth in Green Methanol Demand and Its Impact on Green Hydrogen - The demand for green methanol is expected to exceed 40 million tons by 2030, significantly driving green hydrogen consumption [3][4] - The introduction of 300 methanol-fueled ships will lead to a demand for approximately 6.8 million tons of green methanol, which will in turn drive the consumption of 750,000 to 1.3 million tons of green hydrogen [4] Section 4: Investment Recommendations - Companies that are early adopters of green methanol projects and collaborate with methanol shipowners are expected to benefit significantly. Recommended companies include Huadian Technology, Huaguang Huaneng, and Jidian Co [4]

Group 1: Industrial Production - Industrial production remains relatively stable, with the blast furnace operating rate maintaining at 0.7% year-on-year [2][5][8] - The chemical production chain shows a slight decline, with soda ash and PTA operating rates down by 2.6 percentage points to 6% and 0.9 percentage points to 1.3% respectively [2][15] - The automotive sector's semi-steel tire operating rate is still below last year's level, up by 2.7 percentage points to -6.3% [2][15] Group 2: Construction Industry - The construction industry shows a mixed performance, with the nationwide grinding operating rate down by 2.4 percentage points to 3.7% [2][27] - Cement shipment rates remain low, with a year-on-year increase of 1.2% to 3% [2][27] - Asphalt operating rates have seen a recovery, up by 0.6 percentage points to 7.4% [2][35] Group 3: Real Estate Transactions - Real estate transactions are at a low point, with the average daily transaction area for new homes down by 19.1% year-on-year, despite a 13.1% increase [2][44] - First-tier cities continue to see a decline in transactions, down by 18.6% to 39.9% [2][44] - Third-tier cities show significant improvement, with transaction volumes up by 72.4% to 17% [2][44] Group 4: Transportation and Shipping - National railway and highway freight volumes have decreased, with year-on-year declines of 1.3% to 1.2% and 0.9% to 0.8% respectively [2][54] - Port cargo throughput and container throughput have also shown a decline, down by 9.3% to 6.8% and 4.7% to 0.9% respectively [2][54] - The overall intensity of human mobility remains high, with a slight year-on-year decrease of 2% to 12.6% [2][63] Group 5: Price Trends - Agricultural product prices are mixed, with pork and vegetable prices rising by 0.1% and 0.8% respectively, while egg and fruit prices fell by 2.2% and 0.1% [3][85] - Industrial product prices have generally increased, with the South China industrial price index rising by 1.1% [3][93] - The energy and chemical price index increased by 1.3%, while the metal price index rose by 0.7% [3][93]

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent fluctuations in the shipping market, particularly focusing on the European shipping routes, driven by various factors including port congestion and changes in global trade dynamics [3][11][12]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of July 15, commodity futures showed mixed results, with the main EC2510 contract experiencing a significant increase of 15.38%, leading the commodity market [3][4]. - The SCFIS European route settlement price index reported a rise to 2421.94 points, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 7.26% [5]. Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The current shipping capacity is relatively abundant; however, the primary issue affecting the European routes is the congestion at European ports [6][18]. - The average monthly passage of container ships through the Suez Canal remained stable at 150 vessels, indicating consistent shipping activity [9]. Group 3: Factors Contributing to Port Congestion - Unstable U.S. tariff policies have disrupted global trade flows, leading to a 7% increase in container volumes from Asia to Europe, placing unprecedented pressure on European ports [12][13]. - Low water levels in European inland rivers, exacerbated by prolonged drought conditions, have severely hindered port logistics, with some rivers reaching their lowest levels since 2018 [14][17]. Group 4: Shipping Rates and Trends - The article highlights a significant divergence in shipping rates between European and U.S. West Coast routes, influenced by geopolitical factors and market expectations [19]. - The China Containerized Freight Index showed a decline in the overall index from 1342.99 to 1313.70, a decrease of 2.2%, while the European route saw a slight increase of 1.9% [20]. Group 5: Shipping Capacity and New Orders - As of June, the global container ship capacity stood at 31.774 million TEU, with 6,894 vessels in operation [21]. - In the first half of 2025, 992,000 TEU of new container ships were delivered, with expectations of an additional 110,000 TEU in the second half [21]. Group 6: Information Asymmetry in Shipping - The article emphasizes the information disparity in the shipping market, where top-tier shipping companies control critical pricing data, creating a hierarchical structure that affects smaller players [23][24][25]. - Historical volatility in the European shipping market is noted, with significant price fluctuations observed in response to events such as the Red Sea crisis [26].