Investment Rating - The investment rating for the transportation industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The express logistics sector is expected to see price increases due to a "de-involution" initiative in Anhui Province, which aims to combat unhealthy price competition and promote high-quality industry development. Starting September 15, 2025, express prices in Anhui will rise by no less than 0.2 yuan per ticket, which is anticipated to help stabilize prices in the central and eastern regions of China [4][3] - The shipping sector is experiencing a significant increase in freight rates, with VLCC TD3c TCE rising to $82,674 per day, a 34.13% increase from the previous week. This surge is attributed to the seasonal release of cargo volumes and geopolitical factors affecting oil exports [6][7] - The aviation sector is witnessing a recovery in ticket prices, with a positive year-on-year growth trend observed since August 13, 2025. This is driven by a rebound in business travel and inbound tourism, suggesting a potential for continued price increases [8][9] Summary by Sections Express Logistics - The express logistics industry is showing resilience in demand, with a focus on reducing unhealthy competition. Companies like YTO Express, Shentong Express, and SF Express are expected to benefit from this trend, with potential for improved profitability and valuation [11] Shipping - The oil transportation market is expected to benefit from OPEC+ production increases and a favorable economic environment. Companies such as China Merchants Energy and COSCO Shipping Energy are recommended for investment [11] - The dry bulk shipping market is also anticipated to recover, driven by environmental regulations and increased demand for commodities. Companies like China Merchants Industry Holdings and Haitong Development are highlighted as potential investment opportunities [11] Aviation - The aviation industry is projected to experience long-term growth due to low supply growth and improving demand. Key companies to watch include China Southern Airlines and China Eastern Airlines, which are expected to benefit from this trend [11] Supply Chain Logistics - Companies like Shenzhen International and Debon Logistics are positioned well for growth due to industry dynamics and strategic transformations [11] Ports - The port sector is seen as stable with strong cash flows, and companies like China Merchants Port and Tangshan Port are recommended for their growth potential [11]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the transportation industry is "Positive" (maintained) [5] Core Views - The express logistics sector is experiencing a price recovery trend, supported by regulatory measures against unhealthy competition, particularly in Zhejiang province, which accounted for 16.9% of national express business volume in H1 2025 [5] - Zhongtong Express reported a 26.8% year-on-year decline in adjusted net profit for Q2 2025, influenced by price competition, despite a revenue increase of 10.3% to 11.83 billion yuan [6] - The air transport sector is expected to benefit from macroeconomic recovery, with a long-term supply-demand imbalance favoring price increases, while short-term booking data shows signs of improvement [17] - The shipping industry is projected to see a boost in oil transportation due to OPEC+ production increases and a favorable interest rate environment, with specific companies recommended for investment [18] Summary by Sections Express Logistics - The express logistics sector is seeing a robust demand, with a total of 164 billion packages delivered in July 2025, marking a 15.1% year-on-year increase [27] - Major express companies like YTO Express and SF Express are showing significant growth in business volume, with SF Express achieving a 33.69% increase in July [7][27] Air Transport - In July 2025, civil aviation achieved a passenger transport volume of 71.82 million, a 3.9% increase year-on-year, and a cargo volume of 86.7 thousand tons, up 15.3% [11][57] - The overall seat occupancy rate for major airlines was 83.06%, slightly down from the previous month [60] Shipping and Ports - The shipping sector is experiencing fluctuations, with the BDTI index for oil transportation showing resilience amid geopolitical uncertainties [13][18] - China's port cargo throughput decreased by 2.82% to 26.135 million tons in the week of August 11-17, 2025 [81] Road and Rail - In July 2025, road freight volume increased by 3.28% to 36.99 billion tons, while rail freight volume rose by 3.35% to 4.52 billion tons [47]

Investment Rating - The transportation industry is rated as "Outperform" [2] Core Insights - The opening of the first low-altitude cargo route between Wuhan and Ezhou, along with high passenger traffic at Shanghai ports during the summer season, indicates growth in logistics and transportation [2][3] - Oil shipping rates remain low and fluctuating, while shipping rates for routes to Europe and the US continue to decline [3][16] - Joby Aviation successfully completed the world's first manned eVTOL flight between airports, showcasing advancements in aviation technology [3][17] - National railway coal shipments reached 1.02 billion tons in the first half of 2025, reflecting strong demand in the transportation sector [3][27] Industry Dynamics Shipping and Logistics - Oil shipping rates are experiencing low-level fluctuations, with the China Import Crude Oil Composite Index at 1064.60 points, up 0.7% from the previous week [15] - The shipping market is showing signs of weakness, with rates for routes to Europe and the US declining by 7.2% and 3.5% respectively [16] - The first low-altitude cargo flight between Ezhou and Wuhan was completed, marking a significant development in regional logistics [25][26] Passenger Transport - Shanghai's passenger traffic has remained high, averaging 129,000 daily entries and exits, a year-on-year increase of over 14% [18] - The peak day recorded 157,000 passengers, indicating a strong recovery in air travel [18] Freight and Rail Transport - In the first half of 2025, national railways transported 1.98 billion tons of goods, with coal shipments accounting for 1.02 billion tons [27] - The average daily loading of coal cars was 182,400, reflecting a 3.0% year-on-year increase [27] High-frequency Data Tracking - Air cargo prices have shown a slight decline, with the Shanghai outbound air freight price index at 4455.00 points, down 4.1% year-on-year [28] - The domestic air cargo flight volume increased by 7.61% year-on-year in July 2025, while international flights rose by 23.31% [37] Investment Recommendations - Focus on the equipment and manufacturing export chain, recommending companies such as COSCO Shipping, China Merchants Energy Shipping, and Huamao Logistics [5] - Consider opportunities in low-altitude economy investments, particularly in companies like CITIC Offshore Helicopter [5] - Explore investment opportunities in the road and rail sectors, with recommendations for Gansu Expressway, Beijing-Shanghai High-Speed Railway, and others [5] - Pay attention to the express delivery sector, recommending companies like SF Express, Jitu Express, and Yunda [5]

Group 1: Express Delivery Industry - The State Post Bureau reported that in July 2025, the express delivery business volume reached 16.4 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 15.1%, while the business revenue was 120.64 billion yuan, up 8.9% year-on-year [1][2] - The "old-for-new" policy continues to drive growth in the express delivery market, with companies actively expanding diverse demand scenarios to meet consumer needs for summer appliance deliveries [1][2] - From January to July, the express delivery business volume distribution among eastern, central, and western regions was 71.5%, 19.4%, and 9.1% respectively, indicating a trend of industry expansion towards central and western regions [2] Group 2: Industry Competition and Regulation - The Beijing and Baoji express delivery associations issued a "resist involution" initiative, promoting fair competition and urging companies to enhance core competitiveness and fulfill corporate responsibilities [2][3] - The Jiangsu Provincial Postal Administration announced plans to initiate an "anti-involution" campaign due to severe impacts from price wars, calling for compliance with legal requirements and the elimination of irrational competition [3] Group 3: Company Performance - Milky Way's 2025 semi-annual report showed a 13.12% year-on-year increase in net profit, with significant growth in distribution business driven by new platform expansions [4] - Debon Holdings reported a 11.43% year-on-year increase in revenue for the first half of 2025, but a significant drop in net profit by 84.34%, indicating short-term pressure on performance [5] Group 4: Aviation Industry - The China Air Transport Association released a self-discipline convention aimed at guiding high-quality development in the aviation industry, focusing on safety, service quality, and operational efficiency [6] - Direct flights between China and India are expected to resume after five years, potentially announced around the time of Indian Prime Minister Modi's visit to China [6] Group 5: Shipping and Port Industry - The potential ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the lifting of oil sanctions could significantly impact the crude oil tanker market, with two possible scenarios affecting supply and demand dynamics [7][8] - Brazil's iron ore exports have seen a notable increase, with July shipments reaching nearly 38 million tons, supporting the bulk shipping market [9] Group 6: Logistics and Transportation - Zhongyuan Expressway reported a 5.77% year-on-year increase in toll revenue for July 2025, with significant contributions from specific highway segments [13] - National logistics operations remained orderly from August 4 to August 10, with increases in both railway and highway freight transport [13]

Group 1: Industry Overview - The express delivery industry in China saw a business volume of 16.4 billion pieces in July 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 15.1%, with revenue reaching 120.64 billion yuan, up 8.9% year-on-year [4][25]. - The "anti-involution" trend in the express delivery sector is gaining traction, with associations in Beijing and Baoji advocating for fair competition and the cessation of irrational price wars [5]. - The logistics sector is experiencing a shift towards the central and western regions of China, with the proportion of express delivery business volume in these areas increasing [4]. Group 2: Company Performance - Milky Way reported a 17.4% increase in revenue to 7.035 billion yuan in H1 2025, with a net profit of 352 million yuan, up 13.12% year-on-year [6]. - Debon Express achieved a revenue of 20.555 billion yuan in H1 2025, an increase of 11.43%, but faced a significant drop in net profit by 84.34% [7][8]. - The new management at Debon Express is expected to focus on improving service quality and operational efficiency, which may enhance revenue quality [8]. Group 3: Aviation Sector - The aviation industry is expected to benefit from macroeconomic recovery, with long-term supply-demand trends indicating potential growth [15]. - The release of the "Self-Regulation Convention for Air Passenger Transport" aims to promote high-quality development and fair competition in the aviation market [9]. - The restoration of direct flights between China and India is anticipated, which could enhance passenger transport volumes [9]. Group 4: Shipping and Port Operations - The oil tanker market may be influenced by the potential end of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil, which could lead to a reduction in old tanker capacity [10]. - Brazil's iron ore exports have significantly increased, supporting the bulk shipping market, with July shipments reaching nearly 38 million tons [11]. - China's port cargo throughput increased by 10.87% week-on-week to 26.894 million tons, while container throughput rose by 19.58% to 679,000 TEU [78]. Group 5: Road and Rail Transport - Zhongyuan Expressway reported a 5.77% increase in toll revenue in July 2025, with total revenue reaching 411 million yuan [14]. - National logistics operations remained stable, with rail freight increasing by 1.29% and highway freight traffic up by 1.34% during early August [14].

Report Industry Investment Rating - No industry investment rating information is provided in the report. Core Viewpoints - The report tracks the weekly data of green bonds from August 11 - August 15, 2025, covering primary market issuance, secondary market trading, and valuation deviation of the top 30 individual bonds [1][2][3]. Summary by Related Catalogs Primary Market Issuance - 10 new green bonds were issued in the inter - bank and exchange markets, with a total issuance scale of about 1.3131 billion yuan, an increase of 221.8 million yuan from the previous week [1]. - The issuance terms are mostly 3 years; issuers include local state - owned enterprises, central state - owned enterprises, central enterprise subsidiaries, and central financial enterprises [1]. - The issuer's main credit ratings are AAA and AA+; issuers are from Beijing, Guangdong, Guangxi, Henan, Jiangsu, and Inner Mongolia [1]. - The types of issued bonds include ultra - short - term financing bills, ABNs from the Dealer Association, commercial bank ordinary bonds, medium - term notes, private corporate bonds, and general corporate bonds [1]. Secondary Market Trading - The weekly trading volume of green bonds totaled 5.78 billion yuan, an increase of 1.04 billion yuan from the previous week [2]. - By bond type, the top three in trading volume are non - financial corporate credit bonds (2.61 billion yuan), financial institution bonds (2.13 billion yuan), and interest - rate bonds (630 million yuan) [2]. - By issuance term, green bonds with a term of less than 3 years had the highest trading volume, accounting for about 78.96%, indicating continuous market popularity [2]. - By issuer's industry, the top three industries in trading volume are finance (2.47 billion yuan), public utilities (1.2 billion yuan), and transportation equipment (180 million yuan) [2]. - By issuer's region, the top three regions in trading volume are Beijing (1.75 billion yuan), Guangdong (670 million yuan), and Hebei (510 million yuan) [2]. Valuation Deviation of the Top 30 Individual Bonds - The overall deviation of the weekly average trading price valuation of green bonds is not large, with the discount trading range smaller than the premium trading range, and the proportion of discount trading smaller than that of premium trading [3]. - Among the discount bonds, the top three discount rates are for 25 ShuiNeng G1 (- 0.7750%), 21 LinChuan Green Bond 02 (- 0.7466%), and 21 XinYi Green Bond (- 0.2536%), and the rest of the discount rates are within - 0.20%. The main industries of the issuers are finance, construction, and public utilities, and the implied ratings of ChinaBond are mainly AAA -, AA, and AA+ [3]. - Among the premium bonds, the top four premium rates are for 20 HuNan Bond 65 (0.9090%), 25 XiangYu JinXiang MTN003 (green) (0.7237%), 20 GuangDong Bond 05 (0.6806%), and 20 GuangDong Bond 16 (0.6433%), and the rest of the premium rates are within 0.60%. The main industries of the issuers are finance, public utilities, and transportation equipment, and the implied ratings of ChinaBond are mainly AA+, AA, and AAA - [3].

Group 1: Express Delivery Industry - Guangdong Province has implemented a price increase for express delivery, raising the base price by 0.4 yuan per ticket, with the average price exceeding 1.4 yuan [2][3] - Major express companies, particularly the "Tongda system," began raising prices on August 5, with increases of 0.4 to 0.5 yuan for special items weighing 0.1 kg, and an additional 0.1 yuan per 0.1 kg increase [2][3] - In the first half of 2025, Guangdong Province's express delivery volume reached 23.43 billion pieces, accounting for 24.5% of the national total, indicating a significant market share [2] Group 2: Autonomous Delivery Vehicles - The deployment of autonomous delivery vehicles is progressing, with Zhongtong and Yuantong launching operations in Tibet and Hainan, respectively [3] - Zhongtong's autonomous vehicle in Tibet has successfully completed testing and is now operating on a regular delivery route, overcoming challenges posed by the region's climate [3] - Yuantong has received 24 autonomous vehicles for operations in Hainan, marking a new phase in the company's technological upgrade [3] Group 3: Aviation Industry - South Korea will implement a temporary visa exemption for Chinese group tourists from September 29 to June 30, 2024, which is expected to boost travel between China and South Korea [4] - China Civil Aviation Information Network anticipates a net profit of 1.45 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 5% year-on-year increase, driven by stable growth in aviation information technology services [5] Group 4: Shipping and Port Operations - Cheniere Energy plans to double its LNG production capacity, potentially benefiting the demand for new LNG vessels, with an expected annual output exceeding 100 million tons by 2030 [6] - The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) has decreased by 3.9% week-on-week, indicating a decline in export container freight rates [6] - The Baltic Dirty Tanker Index (BDTI) has increased by 8.49% week-on-week, reflecting a rise in crude oil tanker rates [7] Group 5: Road and Rail Transport - Zhongyuan Expressway reported a 7.68% year-on-year increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, with total revenue of approximately 3.105 billion yuan [10] - The Daqin Railway achieved a 5.40% year-on-year increase in cargo transport volume in July 2025, with an average daily transport volume of 1.0255 million tons [11] - National logistics operations remained stable from July 28 to August 3, with a slight decrease in freight transport volumes [11] Group 6: Industry Outlook - The express delivery sector is expected to benefit from a rebound in e-commerce demand and a reduction in price competition, leading to improved profitability for major players like SF Express and JD Logistics [12][13] - The shipping industry is anticipated to see growth driven by OPEC+ production increases and a favorable macroeconomic environment, with recommendations to monitor companies like China Merchants Energy and COSCO Shipping [14][15] - The port sector is viewed as stable with strong cash flow, suggesting a focus on growth potential in key hub ports [15]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the transportation industry is "Positive" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The report highlights the ongoing price increase in express delivery services in Guangdong, with a base price adjustment of 0.4 CNY per ticket, indicating a significant shift in the industry towards reducing competition and improving profitability [4] - The introduction of autonomous delivery vehicles by companies like Zhongtong and Yuantong is progressing, showcasing innovation in logistics [5] - The report notes that South Korea will implement a visa waiver for Chinese group tourists starting September 29, which is expected to boost passenger flow between China and South Korea [6] - The LNG export capacity in the U.S. is set to double, which may positively impact the demand for new LNG vessels [7][8] Summary by Sections Express Logistics - Guangdong's express delivery price increase is a significant development, with the average price rising to over 1.4 CNY per ticket, and the province accounting for 24.5% of the national express delivery volume [4] - The report emphasizes the resilience of e-commerce logistics demand and the potential for price increases to enhance profitability for major players like SF Express and JD Logistics [14] Aviation and Airports - The aviation sector is expected to benefit from macroeconomic recovery, with a long-term supply-demand imbalance favoring growth [14] - China Civil Aviation Information Network anticipates a net profit of 1.45 billion CNY for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 5% year-on-year increase [6] Shipping and Ports - The report indicates a decrease in shipping rates, with the SCFI index dropping by 3.9% to 1490 points, while oil tanker rates have increased significantly [8][9] - China's port cargo throughput decreased by 4.99% week-on-week, indicating a potential slowdown in trade activity [10][81] Road and Rail - The report notes that Zhongyuan Expressway's net profit increased by 7.68% year-on-year, despite pressure on toll revenues [11] - The Daqin Railway reported a 5.40% year-on-year increase in cargo transport volume for July 2025 [12] Overall Market Performance - From August 4 to August 8, the A-share transportation index rose by 1.96%, with express delivery and logistics sectors showing strong performance [19]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the transportation sector [8] Core Views - The express delivery sector is expected to see significant profit recovery due to an early price increase trend, while the aviation sector is still at the bottom of the economic cycle, with potential for mid-term improvements in supply and demand [1][2][3] Summary by Sections Express Delivery - In June, the retail sales and express delivery volumes showed year-on-year increases of 5.3% and 15.8% respectively, although the growth rate has slowed compared to May [3] - The price increase trend has started in core grain-producing areas, which could lead to significant profit recovery for express delivery companies if this trend spreads across all price ranges [3][10] - Key companies recommended include ZTO Express, YTO Express, and Shunfeng Express [10] Aviation - The summer travel season has shown weak performance, with domestic ticket prices declining by 7.5% year-on-year, despite a slight increase in passenger load factor [2][16] - The aviation sector is currently at a low point, but improvements in supply growth and demand could enhance profitability in the medium term [26] - Recommended stocks include China National Aviation and Huaxia Airlines, which are expected to benefit from supply-demand improvements [26] Logistics - The logistics sector is experiencing an early price increase in express delivery, and the bulk supply chain is expected to recover alongside rising commodity prices [3][65] - The cross-border e-commerce logistics sector is showing resilience as tariff impacts diminish [3] Shipping and Ports - In July, shipping rates for container shipping and oil transport declined, while dry bulk shipping rates increased due to seasonal demand [35][36] - The report anticipates stable supply-demand dynamics in August, with shipping rates expected to remain volatile [35] Road and Rail - The road transport sector is under pressure due to rising risk preferences and potential impacts from upstream industry dynamics [5] - Rail transport is expected to see flat growth in passenger traffic during the summer, with ongoing observations needed for the impact of upstream industry changes [5]

Investment Rating - The report provides a "Recommended" investment rating for several companies in the transportation sector, including China National Aviation (601111.SH), Southern Airlines (600029.SH), and others [11][12][13]. Core Insights - The transportation industry is experiencing a mixed recovery, with air travel demand expected to increase due to the resumption of international flights and domestic consumption recovery driven by policy support [9][10][13]. - The express delivery sector is showing growth, with a 9% increase in revenue and a 15.8% rise in business volume year-on-year as of June 2025 [77]. - The cross-border logistics segment is anticipated to benefit from the growth of cross-border e-commerce, with domestic brands expanding their international presence [9][10]. Summary by Sections 1. Industry Performance Overview - The transportation sector's cumulative performance from July 28 to August 2, 2025, showed a decline of 3.22%, ranking it 27th among 31 SW primary industries [17][19]. 2. Industry Fundamentals Tracking (a) Aviation and Airports - Domestic and international capacity recovery rates for major airlines in June 2025 reached 150.62% and 93.36% respectively compared to 2019 [26][31]. - Major airports also reported recovery rates for domestic passenger throughput, with Baiyun Airport at 120.08% and Shanghai Airport at 119.80% compared to 2019 [31]. (b) Shipping and Ports - The SCFI (Shanghai Containerized Freight Index) reported a decline of 53.47% year-on-year as of August 1, 2025, indicating challenges in the shipping market [36]. - The CCFI (China Containerized Freight Index) also showed significant year-on-year declines across various routes, with the East America route down 40.97% [36]. (c) Road and Rail - In June 2025, rail passenger volume increased by 3.61% year-on-year, while rail freight volume rose by 2.24% [61]. - Road freight volume reached 36.51 million tons, up 2.87% year-on-year, with road passenger volume declining by 3.72% [68]. (d) Express Logistics - The express delivery industry achieved a revenue of 126.32 billion yuan in June 2025, marking a 9% increase year-on-year, with a business volume of 1.687 billion pieces [77]. 3. Key News and Announcements - The report highlights significant developments in the aviation sector, including the launch of a long-distance drone logistics route in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area [84]. - Southern Airlines signed a memorandum of cooperation with Uzbekistan Airways to enhance air connectivity and service offerings [86]. - Shenzhen plans to establish over 1,200 low-altitude takeoff and landing points by the end of 2026 to support low-altitude logistics and transportation [87].