Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" and maintained [10] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the impact of the US tariff increase on the building materials sector, suggesting a focus on domestic demand and potential recovery of oversold stocks [5][6] - Cement shipments are showing continuous recovery, while glass inventory continues to decline, indicating a positive trend in the market [6][7] - The report highlights the importance of infrastructure chains under the expectation of increased domestic demand, recommending companies like China Liansu, Huaxin Cement, and Anhui Conch Cement [5][8] Summary by Relevant Sections Basic Situation - Cement: After the Qingming Festival, the national cement enterprise shipment rate is approximately 48%, a 1 percentage point increase month-on-month but a 3 percentage point decrease year-on-year. The national cement price has decreased by 0.2% month-on-month [6][25] - Glass: The price of float glass has seen slight increases, with overall inventory continuing to decline. The production capacity remains stable, and the supply-demand structure is near balance [7][37] Infrastructure and Stock Chains - The report stresses the need to focus on infrastructure chains due to trade friction, recommending companies with strong fundamentals such as Huaxin Cement and Anhui Conch Cement. The demand for building materials is expected to improve in 2025, particularly in the second-hand housing market [5][8] Fiberglass and Wind Power Chains - The fiberglass sector is benefiting from the demand for wind power and thermoplastics, with significant profit growth expected in the first quarter. Companies like China Jushi and Zhongcai Technology are highlighted as key players [8][45]

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Positive" outlook for the building materials industry in Q1 2025, indicating a rebound after a prolonged downturn [2][3]. Core Insights - The building materials industry is transitioning from a focus on "volume and cost" to "price and profit," with expectations of recovery in Q1 2025 after nearly four years of decline [3]. - The report highlights that various products in the industry have begun to see price increases, suggesting the end of aggressive price competition and a return to rational pricing strategies [3]. - Specific segments such as cement, fiberglass, and consumer building materials are expected to show significant performance improvements in Q1 2025 [3]. Summary by Relevant Sections Cement - The average price of cement in Q1 2025 is projected to be 401 RMB/ton, a year-on-year increase of 37 RMB/ton, while the cost of coal has decreased significantly [3]. - Cement production in January-February 2025 was 170 million tons, a year-on-year decline of 5.7%, but the decline is narrowing compared to 2024 [3]. - Major companies like Conch Cement are expected to see a net profit increase of around 20% in Q1 2025 [4]. Fiberglass - Price increases for various fiberglass products are being implemented, with the average price for non-alkali direct yarn expected to reach 3888 RMB/ton, a year-on-year increase of 711.1 RMB/ton [3]. - China Jushi is projected to see a significant profit recovery, with a net profit forecast of 7.1-7.6 billion RMB in Q1 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 320-350% [3]. Consumer Building Materials - The real estate market is showing signs of recovery, which may stabilize demand for consumer building materials [3]. - The report anticipates improvements in revenue and profit for companies in this segment in Q1 2025 [3]. Glass - Photovoltaic glass prices have increased due to demand, while flat glass prices remain under pressure [3]. - The average price for photovoltaic glass has risen from 12 RMB/sqm to 14.25 RMB/sqm in early April 2025 [3]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies such as Conch Cement, Huaxin Cement, and China Jushi for potential investment opportunities in Q1 2025 [3]. - Other recommended companies include North New Building Materials, Rabbit Baby, and Weixing New Materials in the consumer building materials sector [3].

Economic Overview - The economic fundamentals of China in 2025 appear positive, with 107 listed companies disclosing Q1 performance forecasts, including 59 expecting profit increases and 29 slight increases [1] - Key industries showing strong performance include non-ferrous metals, basic chemicals, defense, and transportation, driven by sales growth, rising product prices, and full order books [1] Mining and Materials Sector - Jinling Mining reported a net profit increase of 122.53% YoY, with Q1 revenue of 356 million yuan, up 26.98% [2] - Yunnan Tin expects a net profit of 107 to 127 million yuan, a YoY increase of 71.97% to 104.11%, due to cost reduction and rising ore prices [2] - Northern Rare Earth anticipates a net profit of 425 to 435 million yuan, a staggering increase of 716.49% to 735.70% YoY, attributed to supply tightening and strong demand [2] Chemical Industry - China Jushi forecasts a net profit of 701 to 736 million yuan, a YoY increase of 100% to 110%, driven by increased demand in downstream applications [3] - Juhua expects a net profit of 760 to 840 million yuan, a growth of 145% to 171%, due to significant price increases in fluorinated refrigerants [3] - Tongyi Zhong anticipates a net profit of approximately 44.44 million yuan, a 153.27% increase, leveraging its full industry chain layout [3] Shipbuilding Industry - China's shipbuilding industry continues to lead globally, with China Shipbuilding Group expecting a net profit of 1 to 1.2 billion yuan, a YoY increase of 149.35% to 199.21% [4] - China State Shipbuilding Corporation reports a significant increase in production efficiency and order structure optimization [4] - China Shipbuilding Defense anticipates a net profit increase of 10 to 12 times, while China Power expects a profit of 300 to 450 million yuan, a growth of 240.48% to 410.73% [5] Port and Logistics Sector - Shanghai Port Group expects a net profit of approximately 3.886 billion yuan, a YoY increase of 5.14% [6] - Ningbo Port anticipates a net profit of about 1.174 billion yuan, up 4.5%, with container throughput increasing by 11.1% [6] - China National Aviation Holdings expects a net profit of 516 to 592 million yuan, a growth of 99.97% to 129.42% [6] Automotive and Tourism Sector - BYD reported a production of 1.057 million new energy vehicles, a 72.64% increase, with expected profits of 8.5 to 10 billion yuan, up 86.04% to 118.88% [7] - SAIC Motor achieved a wholesale volume of 945,000 vehicles, a 13.3% increase, with expected profits of 3 to 3.2 billion yuan [7] - Xiangyuan Tourism reported a 109.66% increase in visitors during the Qingming holiday, with revenue growth of 96.13% [7][8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive investment outlook for the construction and building materials sector, emphasizing its resilience to tariffs and trade wars due to its reliance on domestic demand [2][3]. Core Insights - The construction and building materials sector is expected to benefit from fiscal stimulus aimed at domestic consumption and infrastructure projects, making it a key investment focus [3][6]. - Supply-side reforms are likely to favor sectors such as cement, fiberglass, and steel, which are positioned to benefit from reduced competition and improved profitability [3][8]. - Defensive stocks with high cash flow, high ROE, and high dividend yields are highlighted as valuable during market volatility, particularly cement and state-owned enterprises [3][8]. Summary by Sections Investment Opportunities Post-Tariff - The construction and building materials sector remains attractive post-tariff due to its focus on domestic demand and local operations, making it less vulnerable to external shocks [2][3]. - Key beneficiaries include sectors directly impacted by fiscal policies, such as cement and consumer building materials [3][8]. Demand Factors for Building Materials - There are clear demand drivers for building materials, particularly from infrastructure projects and consumer home improvements, indicating a stable outlook for both B-end and C-end demand [6][17]. Sector Selection Strategy - The report suggests a balanced approach between defensive cement stocks and more aggressive consumer building materials, with a preference for companies like Three Trees and North New Materials [4][7]. Cement Industry Outlook - The cement sector is projected to see improved demand driven by fiscal stimulus, with expectations for a stable or improving national cement shipment rate [10][13]. - Recommended stocks include Huaxin Cement and Conch Cement, which are expected to perform well in the upcoming demand season [10][13]. Glass Industry Forecast - The glass sector faces challenges due to declining construction-related demand, but low export exposure and potential rebounds in the second half of the year are noted [11][13]. - Companies like Xinyi Glass are highlighted for their resilience and dividend yield, making them suitable for investment [11][13]. Fiberglass Sector Analysis - The fiberglass industry is less affected by tariffs due to low export ratios, with strong domestic demand in wind energy and thermoplastics providing a buffer [12][13]. - China Jushi is identified as a key player with a strong position in North America and Europe, mitigating tariff impacts [12][13]. Consumer Building Materials Market - The consumer building materials market is experiencing a decline in demand for waterproof materials, while gypsum board demand remains stable [17][19]. - Companies like North New Materials and Three Trees are noted for their strong performance and strategic pricing approaches [19][20]. Future Demand Drivers - Future demand in the consumer building materials sector is expected to be driven by infrastructure and home renovation projects, with Three Trees positioned for aggressive growth [24].

我们看好公司①全球玻纤龙头，走出周期底部，毛利率逐季修复，②玻纤需求结构性回暖，供给压力测 试期步入尾声，期待价格向上信号，③成本管控典范，产品结构+基地布局构筑核心竞争力。我们预计 公司2025-2027 年归母净利润分别为35.31、42.10 和45.90亿元，现价对应动态PE 分别为15x、12x、 11x，给以2025 年17倍估值，目标价14.98 元，首次覆盖，给予公司"买入"评级。 风险提示 玻纤行业需求，①风电纱：内需景气方向，2024 年全国风电设备公开招标量164.1GW、同比+90%，预 计2025 年我国风电新增装机达到115GW，对应增速31%。头部玻纤厂风电纱产品结构占比提升，其他 领域用普通直接纱产能被挤占，粗纱实际供给降低，②电子布：中游制造环节稀缺的供给新增偏少品 种，巨石在7628 电子布环节领先优势更为明显，2 月末涨价函落地较为充分，③出口：俄乌可能带来的 新建需求，及欧洲基建、新能源资本开支再启，玻纤外需敞口相对其他建材品种更为突出。 玻纤行业供给端，25Q2 是最后的压力测试期，25H2 新增产能预计将下降，随着国内需求逐步筑底回 升，中低端玻纤价格或迎来向上弹性 ...

Summary of Key Points Overall Market Performance - The performance of the CSI 300 and ChiNext indices over the past year shows a significant decline, with the CSI 300 down by 32% and the ChiNext down by 16% [1]. Industry Performance - The top five performing industries yesterday included textiles and apparel (+1.448%), beauty and personal care (+1.014%), telecommunications (+0.971%), banking (+0.897%), and diversified industries (+0.742%) [1]. - Conversely, the bottom five performing industries were defense and military (-1.17%), non-ferrous metals (-0.866%), utilities (-0.801%), steel (-0.580%), and pharmaceuticals and biology (-0.537%) [1]. Communication Industry - The satellite internet construction in China is gradually taking shape, with significant developments in the commercial aerospace industry [10]. - On April 1, 2025, China successfully launched a satellite for internet technology testing, marking a step towards the integration of satellite and terrestrial networks [12]. - The "Thousand Sails Constellation" plan aims to deploy 648 satellites by the end of 2025 and 1,296 satellites globally by 2027, with a long-term goal of 15,000 satellites by 2030 [13]. Coal Mining Industry - China Jushi (600176.SH) reported a significant increase in Q4 2024 performance, with revenue reaching 42.2 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 22.4% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 8.49% [16]. - The company’s glass fiber yarn sales reached a record high of 3.025 million tons in 2024, driven by structural optimization and market expansion [17]. Real Estate and Construction Industry - China Overseas Development (00688.HK) ranked first in equity sales and land acquisition, with a steady growth in commercial income [21]. - The company reported a revenue of 1,851.5 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year decrease of 8.6%, while its equity sales amounted to 3,107 billion yuan, a slight increase of 0.3% [22][23]. Food and Beverage Industry - China Feihe (06186.HK) achieved a revenue of 20.749 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 6.2%, with a proposed dividend of 0.3264 HKD per share [27]. - The company’s ultra-high-end product series continues to drive growth, with a focus on expanding its market share in the infant formula sector [28]. Chemical Industry - Shengquan Group (605589.SH) reported a revenue of 10.02 billion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year increase of 9.87% [37]. - The company is expanding its high-frequency and high-speed resin varieties, indicating a robust growth trajectory [38]. Light Industry - Jiayi Co., Ltd. (301004.SZ) achieved a revenue of 2.836 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 59.8%, supported by strong customer relationships [31]. - The company’s overseas revenue growth is a significant driver of its overall performance [32].

智通财经APP获悉，中信证券发布研报称，建材行业作为与房地产高度关联的领域，自2021年起面临收 入、利润的下行压力，行业也迎来了出清和竞争格局的优化。当前，中信证券预计需求下行幅度收窄， 二阶导转正，配合"反内卷"政策导向，部分细分行业迎来涨价及经营利润的提升，超出市场预期，行业 配置价值已经显现。 配置节奏上，中信证券认为需求压力越小、既有竞争格局越好的板块，越先迎来配置机会。推荐次序为 玻纤、水泥、消费建材。市值弹性上，中信证券认为出清产能越多，后续弹性越高。消费建材行业虽然 尚未迎来利润拐点，但是底部确立，考虑到龙头企业的长期成长性和行业出清情况，中信证券认为今年 下半年后或将迎来趋势性投资机会和相较玻纤、水泥更好的市值弹性。 中信证券主要观点如下： 2025年建材需求的判断：需求下滑，但二阶导转正。 基建端，随着化债工作的深入推进，地方政府债务压力得到有效缓解。一方面，有息负债增速明显放 缓，2024年全国城投有息负债41.2亿元，同比增速由双位数大幅下降至2.8%。另一方面，城投平台融资 成本显著下行，2025年1-2月新发城投债平均票面利率2.5%，同比下降0.6pct。待城投平台通过化债资金 ...

Core Viewpoint - The building materials industry, closely linked to real estate, has faced revenue and profit pressures since 2021, but is now showing signs of demand stabilization and potential profit recovery due to policy shifts and market dynamics [1][5]. Group 1: Demand Outlook - The demand for building materials is expected to decline in 2025, but the rate of decline is narrowing, with a positive second derivative indicating potential recovery [2][4]. - Infrastructure investment is anticipated to improve due to reduced local government debt pressures and a more favorable financing environment, with a notable decrease in the growth rate of municipal financing debt [2]. - The real estate sector is experiencing significant declines in new construction and completion areas, but overall sales are expected to turn positive, indicating a potential shift in demand for building materials [3]. Group 2: Industry Dynamics - The "anti-involution" policy introduced by the government aims to curb excessive competition in the building materials sector, which has seen profit margins reach historical lows [6]. - The competitive landscape is crucial for recovery; larger firms with better market positions can influence pricing more effectively, while smaller firms may struggle [6][9]. - Companies like Beixin Building Materials, with over 60% market share, have demonstrated resilience during demand downturns, maintaining profitability in their gypsum board business [7]. Group 3: Price Recovery and Elasticity - The price recovery in the fiberglass sector is leading the way, with price increases initiated in early 2025 due to better demand and competitive conditions [8]. - The cement industry, while facing weaker demand than fiberglass, has a favorable competitive structure, with significant price increases observed in early 2025 [9]. - The consumer building materials sector, although lagging behind in demand recovery, shows potential for higher market value elasticity as the industry undergoes consolidation [9]. Group 4: Investment Strategy - The building materials industry presents structural investment opportunities under the "anti-involution" policy, with profits at a bottom and companies collaborating on price increases [12].

Group 1: REITs and Data Centers - The first data center REIT, Southern Runze Technology Data Center REIT, has been accepted for review on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, attracting significant investor attention due to its business model and asset characteristics [4]. Group 2: Defense and AI - Kosi Technology (688788.SH) is positioned as a leader in AI and unmanned equipment for military applications, with a strong focus on AI command and control systems, having accumulated over 20 years of core data and experience [5][6]. - The company has invested over 1 billion yuan in R&D, with a team of over 400 people dedicated to AI and military applications, indicating significant growth potential in both military and civilian sectors [6]. Group 3: Healthcare - Meinian Health (002044.SZ) is leveraging AI to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in the health checkup industry, with over 600 branches and a leading position in the number of annual health checkups [7][8]. - The company is expected to achieve revenues of 10.826 billion yuan, 12.099 billion yuan, and 13.098 billion yuan from 2024 to 2026, with corresponding net profits of 326 million yuan, 617 million yuan, and 813 million yuan [8]. Group 4: Banking - Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank (601077.SH) is expected to benefit from the Chengdu-Chongqing economic circle, with projected net profit growth rates of 5.72%, 5.99%, and 6.53% from 2025 to 2027 [9]. - China Merchants Bank (600036.SH) has shown resilience with a return to profit growth in 2024, maintaining a leading position in the industry [10]. Group 5: Carbon Market and Construction - The national carbon market is expanding, with significant implications for the steel, cement, and aluminum industries, as companies adapt to new carbon pricing mechanisms [11]. - Key players in these sectors, such as Baosteel and China Aluminum, are expected to benefit from the transition to greener production methods [11]. Group 6: Coal Industry - China Shenhua Energy (H) has seen an increase in long-term investment interest, with a recent stake acquisition by Swiss Life Insurance, reflecting a reevaluation of the coal sector's value [14][15]. - The company has a low debt ratio of 23.4% and plans to distribute 44.9 billion yuan in cash dividends in 2024, indicating strong cash flow and dividend capacity [15][16]. Group 7: Chemicals and Materials - Sanwei Chemical (002469.SZ) reported a significant acceleration in Q4 performance, with a high dividend payout ratio of 99%, making it an attractive investment [21]. - China Jushi (600176.SH) achieved a revenue of 15.856 billion yuan in 2024, with a strong performance in Q4, indicating resilience in the fiberglass market [22][23]. Group 8: Consumer Goods - Nongfu Spring (09633.HK) reported stable growth with a revenue of 42.896 billion yuan in 2024, driven by strong brand value and product innovation [30]. - The company is expected to see net profits grow by 15.6%, 15.0%, and 16.0% from 2025 to 2027, maintaining its market leadership [30]. Group 9: Textile and Apparel - Shenzhou International (02313.HK) reported a revenue of 28.66 billion yuan in 2024, with a net profit increase of 37%, indicating strong demand and operational efficiency [31].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article emphasizes the growth potential in the technology sector, particularly driven by advancements in AI and robotics, which are expected to enhance investment opportunities in the industry [4] - The report highlights the significant growth in the connector market due to the rapid development of humanoid robots, indicating a strong demand for related products [5] - The financial performance of various companies is analyzed, with specific attention to revenue changes and profit margins, showcasing the overall market trends [6][7][9][10][11] Group 2 - For Huazhong Steel, the report notes a continuous increase in the proportion of specialty steel, with a notable decline in revenue and net profit for 2024 [6] - China Aircraft Leasing reported stable revenue growth and record aircraft transactions, with a significant increase in shareholder profit [7] - China Jushi's quarterly profits are showing a steady recovery, benefiting from improved industry conditions and price increases in fiberglass products [9] - China Coal Energy managed to offset coal price declines through cost reduction, maintaining stable profitability in non-coal businesses [10] - NIO's short-term fundamentals are under pressure, with a notable increase in total revenue but an expanded net loss, indicating challenges ahead [11]