Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [5][6]. Core Insights - The weekly average price of liquid oxygen and nitrogen has slightly increased, while the price of liquid argon continues its significant year-on-year upward trend. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [2][5]. - Hangyang Group has won a bid for a nitrogen production equipment project at a refinery in West Africa, which is the largest refining project in the region with an annual crude oil processing capacity of 10 million tons and a total investment of approximately $6 billion [2][5]. - The successful trial operation of a high-pressure CO2 compressor by ShanGu CCS marks a significant breakthrough in key technology equipment for carbon capture and storage (CCS) in China [2][5]. Price Trends - As of January 29, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 336 CNY/ton, up 0.9% month-on-month, down 0.6% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 364 CNY/ton, up 0.5% month-on-month, up 2% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1104 CNY/ton, down 3.83% month-on-month, up 144.83% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium gas (cylinder): Average price of 80.21 CNY/cubic meter, down 5.32% month-on-month, down 17.85% year-on-year [5][6]. Industry Operating Rates - The average weekly operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73%, a decrease of 1.88 percentage points month-on-month [4][9]. Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and ShanGu Power, with related stocks being Fostar and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [5][6].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [5][16]. Core Insights - The average weekly price of liquid oxygen and nitrogen has slightly increased, while the price of liquid argon continues its significant year-on-year upward trend. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [2][5]. - Hangyang Group has won a bid for a nitrogen production equipment project at a refinery in West Africa, which is the largest refining project in the region with an annual crude oil processing capacity of 10 million tons and a total investment of approximately 6 billion USD [2][5]. - The successful trial operation of a high-pressure CO2 compressor by ShanGu CCS marks a significant breakthrough in carbon capture and storage technology in China [2][5]. Price Trends - As of January 29, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price is 336 CNY/ton, with a 0.9% increase month-on-month and a 0.6% decrease year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price is 364 CNY/ton, with a 0.5% increase month-on-month and a 2% increase year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price is 1104 CNY/ton, with a 3.83% decrease month-on-month and a 144.83% increase year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium gas (cylinder) is 80.21 CNY/cubic meter, with a 5.32% decrease month-on-month and a 17.85% decrease year-on-year [5][6][10]. Company Recommendations - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and ShanGu Power, with related stocks being Fostar and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [5][6].

Group 1: Investment Strategy - The investment strategy for 2026 focuses on cyclical recovery in sectors like engineering machinery, industrial gases, and shipping[1] - Growth sectors include embodied intelligence, controllable nuclear fusion, photovoltaic equipment, lithium battery equipment, semiconductor equipment, AIDC, and PCB equipment[1] - Optimism towards the U.S. market strategy due to easing trade disputes and potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts[1] Group 2: Engineering Machinery Market - The global engineering machinery market is projected to reach $213.5 billion in 2024, with a CAGR of 6% from 2024 to 2030[2] - Domestic excavator sales are expected to grow by 18% in 2025, reaching 118,518 units, while total excavator sales will increase by 17% to 235,257 units[2] - China's leading manufacturers are gaining global market share, with SANY's market value at approximately 10% of Caterpillar's as of January 2026[3] Group 3: Industrial Gases - The industrial gas market is expected to reach ¥1.3 trillion in 2026, with a CAGR of 6.8% over the next four years[19] - The competitive landscape is concentrated, with the top four global industrial gas companies holding a 54% market share[19] - Growth drivers include macroeconomic recovery and increased demand from sectors like semiconductors and renewable energy[19] Group 4: Semiconductor Equipment - The global semiconductor market is expected to grow by 9% in 2026, reaching $760.7 billion, driven by AI demand[14] - Domestic semiconductor equipment demand is expected to rise due to increased production capacity and a focus on self-sufficiency[14] - Key investment areas include etching and thin-film equipment, as well as the domestic production of photolithography machines[15]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [4][15]. Core Insights - The weekly average price of liquid gas has slightly decreased, while the weekly average price of liquid argon continues to show a significant year-on-year increase. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [2][4]. - Notable events include Guanggang Gas winning a supply contract for TCL's 8.6 generation OLED printing and Hangyang successfully winning contracts for four sets of 100,000 cubic meter air separation units for the National Energy Yulin Circular Economy Coal Comprehensive Utilization Project [2][4]. Price Trends - As of January 22, 2026, the weekly price situation for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 333 RMB/ton, down 0.3% month-on-month, down 3.8% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 362 RMB/ton, up 0.2% month-on-month, down 1.6% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1,148 RMB/ton, down 2.63% month-on-month, up 131.22% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: - High-purity helium (cylinder): Average price of 84.71 RMB/cubic meter, down 2.06% month-on-month, down 13.24% year-on-year - High-purity helium (40L cylinder): Average price of 607.14 RMB/cylinder, down 0.15% month-on-month, down 7.86% year-on-year - Xenon: Average price of 20,785.71 RMB/cubic meter, down 1.02% month-on-month, down 28.33% year-on-year - Krypton: Average price of 190 RMB/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year - Neon: Average price of 110 RMB/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [4][6][7]. Company Recommendations - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and Shaanxi鼓动力, with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology, Fostar, and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [4][5].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [4] Core Insights - The report indicates a slight decline in the weekly average price of liquid gas, while the weekly average price of liquid argon continues to show a significant year-on-year increase. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations in their weekly average prices. Notable events include Guanggang Gas winning a supply contract for TCL's 8.6 generation OLED printing and Hangyang successfully winning contracts for four sets of 100,000 cubic meter air separation units for the National Energy Yulin Circular Economy Coal Comprehensive Utilization Project [2][4]. Price Trends - As of January 22, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 333 CNY/ton, down 0.3% month-on-month, down 3.8% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 362 CNY/ton, up 0.2% month-on-month, down 1.6% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1,148 CNY/ton, down 2.63% month-on-month, up 131.22% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: - High-purity helium (cylinder): Average price of 84.71 CNY/cubic meter, down 2.06% month-on-month, down 13.24% year-on-year - Bottled high-purity helium (40L): Average price of 607.14 CNY/bottle, down 0.15% month-on-month, down 7.86% year-on-year - Xenon: Average price of 20,785.71 CNY/cubic meter, down 1.02% month-on-month, down 28.33% year-on-year - Krypton: Average price of 190 CNY/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year - Neon: Average price of 110 CNY/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [4][5]. Company Recommendations - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and Shaanxi鼓动力, with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology, Fostar, and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [4][5].

Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the recent performance of Kaimete Gas, which saw a 5% increase in stock price, reaching 23.72 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 1.288 billion CNY and a turnover rate of 8.13%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 16.494 billion CNY [1] - Kaimete Gas, established on June 11, 1991, and listed on February 18, 2011, is located in Yueyang, Hunan Province. The company specializes in the research, production, and sales of industrial gases, including dry ice, liquid carbon dioxide, and food additives [1] - The revenue composition of Kaimete Gas includes hydrogen (33.46%), carbon dioxide (31.72%), fuel products (28.50%), air separation gases (4.16%), special gases (1.94%), and others (0.21%) [1] Group 2 - From the perspective of major fund holdings, the Jiao Yin Schroder Fund has a significant position in Kaimete Gas, with the Jiao Yin CSI Environmental Governance Index (LOF) A holding 201,100 shares, accounting for 3.85% of the fund's net value, making it the second-largest holding [2] - The Jiao Yin CSI Environmental Governance Index (LOF) A was established on July 19, 2016, with a current scale of 116 million CNY. Year-to-date returns are 4.99%, ranking 2786 out of 5542 in its category, while the one-year return is 26.98%, ranking 2879 out of 4235 [2] - The fund manager of Jiao Yin CSI Environmental Governance Index (LOF) A is Shao Wenting, who has been in the position for 4 years and 267 days, with the best fund return during this period being 58.63% and the worst being -32.63% [3]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the industrial gas industry [2][7]. Core Insights - The average weekly price of liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen remains stable year-on-year, while the average price of liquid argon continues to rise year-on-year. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [3][6]. - The acquisition of South Korean gas company DIG Airgas by Air Liquide has been completed, which will double the number of employees in Korea and increase total sales to €900 million, enhancing the group's position in this growing economy [3][6]. Price Trends - As of January 15, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 335 CNY/ton, down 0.3% month-on-month, down 8.7% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 361 CNY/ton, down 0.6% month-on-month, down 5% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1179 CNY/ton, down 1.01% month-on-month, up 117.83% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium (cylinder): Average price of 86.5 CNY/cubic meter, down 0.98% month-on-month, down 12.18% year-on-year; Xenon: Average price of 21,000 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 27.59% year-on-year; Krypton: Average price of 190 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year; Neon: Average price of 110 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [6][8][11]. Industry Operating Rates - The average weekly operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73% as of December 31, 2025, with a month-on-month decrease of 1.88 percentage points [5][9]. Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Hangzhou Oxygen Plant (杭氧股份) and Shaanxi鼓动力 (陕鼓动力), with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology (正帆科技), Fostar (福斯达), and Zhongtai Co. (中泰股份) [6][7].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights that Haohua Gas's Dalian, Wuhan, and Chengdu laboratories have successfully passed the dual qualification expansion review by the National Certification and Accreditation Administration (CMA) and the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment (CNAS) [1] Group 1: Company Achievements - Haohua Gas's monitoring center has been a leader in the gas detection field since its establishment in 1989, becoming one of the top laboratories in China [1] - The monitoring center also serves as the secretariat for the Carbon Dioxide Professional Committee of the China Industrial Gas Association, establishing a national gas standard verification platform [1] Group 2: Laboratory Capabilities - The three laboratories are equipped with internationally advanced high-precision detection equipment and have formed a technical team led by industry experts [1] - The laboratories provide comprehensive and high-precision testing services for various products, including industrial gases and electronic specialty gases [1]

Investment Rating - The SW Machinery Equipment Index increased by 1.91% during the week of January 12-16, 2026, ranking 5th among 31 primary industry categories [3][13]. - Year-to-date, the SW Machinery Equipment Index has risen by 7.40%, ranking 7th among the same categories, while the CSI 300 Index increased by 2.20% [16]. Core Insights - Emphasis on the potential of SpaceX's chain and 3D printing in rocket technology, with a significant increase in satellite frequency resource applications in China [5][23]. - The engineering machinery sector is expected to experience a major upward cycle, with December sales figures exceeding expectations for both domestic and export markets [5][24]. - The AI upgrade potential in CNC systems is highlighted, particularly with the domestic leader Huazhong CNC, which is positioned to leverage AI for performance improvements [5][24]. Summary by Sections Market Review - The SW Machinery Equipment Index's performance during the week and year-to-date is noted, with specific rankings against the CSI 300 Index [3][16]. Core Insights Update - The report discusses the advancements in 3D printing technology in the aerospace sector, the robust demand for engineering machinery, and the growth potential of AI in CNC systems [5][24]. Key Data Tracking - General machinery sector remains under pressure, while engineering machinery shows accelerated growth, and railway equipment maintains steady growth [25][35][45]. - The shipbuilding sector is experiencing a slowdown, while oil service equipment is stabilizing at the bottom [49][51]. Industry Dynamics - The report outlines significant developments in various sectors, including the successful launch of new technologies and projects in the general machinery and robotics fields [60][62][64].

Core Viewpoint - Air Liquide has successfully completed the acquisition of DIG Airgas, a leading integrated gas company in South Korea, marking a significant milestone following its acquisition of Airgas in the United States a decade ago [1] Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition will double the number of employees for Air Liquide in South Korea and increase total sales to €900 million [1] - The transaction was completed ahead of schedule, which is expected to enhance the overall performance of the group earlier than anticipated [1] Group 2: Strategic Implications - The global expertise and technology of Air Liquide align well with DIG Airgas's gas business in key industrial bases in South Korea, allowing for a high degree of complementarity in assets and advantages [1] - South Korea's strong economic development and innovation capabilities position its industrial gas market as the fourth largest globally, with expectations to double in size by 2035 [1] Group 3: Synergies and Financial Impact - The acquisition is projected to generate significant synergies, including nearly 20 upcoming projects that will contribute to growth [1] - Long-term contracts are expected to bring in over €50 million in additional EBITDA before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) by 2030, with cost synergies contributing at least €15 million in additional EBITDA by the same year [1]