Core Insights - The event "2025 Shanghai Listed Companies Collective Reception Day and Mid-Year Performance Briefing" was successfully held on September 19 [1] Company Performance - Huide Technology (603192) reported that its production of three main types of polyurethane products reached 109,700 tons in the first half of this year, an increase of 4.48% compared to 105,000 tons in the same period last year [1] - The total sales volume was 110,800 tons, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6.03% from 104,500 tons [1] Market Position - The company’s production bases in Shanghai and Fujian have significant geographical advantages, effectively covering customer demand in the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta regions [1] - The company has achieved a balanced production and sales situation, with a slight increase in market share [1]

Report Summary 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information about the industry investment rating is provided in the report. 2. Core Viewpoints The report presents the weekly price and profit data of various chemical products, including polyurethane, oil - gas - olefin, and coal - chemical sectors, along with the performance of related listed companies [2]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1. Foundation Chemical Weekly Data Briefing - **Related Company Performance** - **Stock Price Fluctuations**: From September 19, 2025, the Foundation Chemical Index dropped by 1.3% in the past week, rose by 2.7% in the past month, 17.4% in the past three months, 50.5% in the past year, and 23.4% since the beginning of 2025. Among related companies, Wanhua Chemical fell 3.7% in the past week, Baofeng Energy dropped 3.8%, Satellite Chemical declined 4.1%, Huaxin Chemical rose 0.2%, and New Hope Liuhe fell 3.7% [8]. - **Profit Tracking**: As of September 19, 2025, the total market value of Wanhua Chemical was 204.5 billion yuan, with a net profit attributable to the parent company of 13 billion yuan in 2024, expected to be 13.5 billion yuan in 2025, 16.5 billion yuan in 2026, and 19 billion yuan in 2027. Similar data is provided for other companies [8]. - **Polyurethane Industry Chain** - **Product Prices and Profits**: The average weekly prices of pure MDI, polymer MDI, and TDI were 17,600 yuan/ton, 15,071 yuan/ton, and 13,694 yuan/ton respectively, with week - on - week changes of - 179 yuan/ton, + 143 yuan/ton, and + 109 yuan/ton. The corresponding gross profits were 4,312 yuan/ton, 2,784 yuan/ton, and 2,558 yuan/ton, with week - on - week changes of - 221 yuan/ton, + 101 yuan/ton, and - 157 yuan/ton [2][8]. - **Oil - Gas - Olefin Industry Chain** - **Raw Material Prices**: The average weekly prices of ethane, propane, steam coal, and naphtha were 1,348 yuan/ton, 4,273 yuan/ton, 503 yuan/ton, and 4,293 yuan/ton respectively, with week - on - week increases of 46 yuan/ton, 14 yuan/ton, 8 yuan/ton, and 35 yuan/ton [2]. - **Product Prices and Profits**: The average price of polyethylene was 7,704 yuan/ton, down 3 yuan/ton week - on - week. The theoretical profits of ethane cracking, CTO, and naphtha cracking to produce polyethylene were 1,093 yuan/ton, 1,844 yuan/ton, and - 143 yuan/ton respectively, with week - on - week decreases of 29 yuan/ton, 22 yuan/ton, and 25 yuan/ton. The average price of polypropylene was 6,800 yuan/ton, unchanged week - on - week. The theoretical profits of PDH, CTO, and naphtha cracking to produce polypropylene were - 335 yuan/ton, 1,442 yuan/ton, and - 369 yuan/ton respectively, with week - on - week decreases of 5 yuan/ton, 21 yuan/ton, and 25 yuan/ton [2]. - **Coal - Chemical Industry Chain** - **Product Prices and Profits**: The average weekly prices of synthetic ammonia, urea, DMF, and acetic acid were 2,108 yuan/ton, 1,683 yuan/ton, 3,875 yuan/ton, and 2,344 yuan/ton respectively, with week - on - week changes of - 21 yuan/ton, - 24 yuan/ton, - 107 yuan/ton, and + 56 yuan/ton. The corresponding gross profits were 152 yuan/ton, - 4 yuan/ton, - 316 yuan/ton, and 80 yuan/ton, with week - on - week changes of - 27 yuan/ton, - 16 yuan/ton, - 122 yuan/ton, and + 56 yuan/ton [2]. 3.2. Foundation Chemical Weekly Report - **2.1 Foundation Chemical Index Trend** No specific content about the index trend is provided, only the topic is mentioned [12]. - **2.2 Polyurethane Sector** The report shows the price trends of pure benzene, pure MDI, polymer MDI, and TDI, as well as the price and profit data of polymer MDI, TDI, and pure MDI [17][18]. - **2.3 Oil - Gas - Olefin Sector** It presents the price trends of MB ethane, NYMEX natural gas, East China propane, Brent crude oil, domestic steam coal, and naphtha, along with the profitability of different production processes such as ethane cracking to produce polyethylene, PDH to produce polypropylene, etc. [25][26]. - **2.4 Coal - Chemical Sector** The report shows the price trends and profitability of domestic coking coal, coke, synthetic ammonia, methanol, urea, DMF, acetic acid, and other products [42][46].

Industry Overview - The chemical sector's overall performance ranked 12th this week (2025/09/08-2025/09/12) with a change of 2.36%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 0.83 percentage points and the ChiNext Index by 0.25 percentage points [2][3] - The chemical industry is expected to continue its differentiated trend in 2025, with recommendations to focus on synthetic biology, pesticides, chromatography media, sugar substitutes, vitamins, light hydrocarbon chemicals, COC polymers, and MDI [2][3] Synthetic Biology - The arrival of a pivotal moment in synthetic biology is anticipated, driven by energy structure adjustments that may disrupt fossil-based materials, favoring low-energy products [2] - Traditional chemical companies are expected to compete on energy consumption and carbon tax costs, with successful firms leveraging green energy alternatives and integrated advantages to reduce costs [2] - Companies like Kasei Bio and Huaheng Bio are highlighted as leaders in the synthetic biology sector [2] Refrigerants - The implementation of quota policies is expected to lead to a high-growth cycle for third-generation refrigerants, with supply entering a "quota + continuous reduction" phase starting in 2024 [3] - The demand for refrigerants is projected to grow due to the development of heat pumps, cold chain markets, and the expansion of the air conditioning market in Southeast Asia [3] - Companies such as Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., Haohua Technology, and Yonghe Co. are positioned to benefit from this trend [3] Electronic Specialty Gases - Electronic specialty gases are critical to the electronics industry, characterized by high technical barriers and added value [4] - The domestic market faces a contradiction between rapid upgrades in wafer manufacturing and insufficient high-end electronic specialty gas capacity [4] - Companies like Jinhong Gas, Huate Gas, and China Shipbuilding Gas are expected to capitalize on the growing demand driven by semiconductors, displays, and photovoltaics [4] Light Hydrocarbon Chemicals - The trend towards lighter raw materials in the global olefin industry is noted, with a shift from heavy naphtha to lighter alkanes like ethane and propane [5] - Light hydrocarbon chemicals are recognized for their low carbon emissions, low energy consumption, and low water usage, aligning with global carbon neutrality goals [5] - Satellite Chemical is recommended as a key player in the light hydrocarbon chemical sector [5] COC Polymers - The industrialization of COC/COP (cyclic olefin copolymer) is accelerating in China, driven by domestic companies achieving breakthroughs and the shift of downstream industries to China [6] - COC/COP materials are increasingly used in high-end applications, with domestic firms expected to overcome supply-side bottlenecks [6] - Akolai is identified as a company to watch in the COC polymer production segment [6] MDI Market - The MDI market is characterized by oligopoly, with demand steadily increasing due to the expansion of polyurethane applications [9] - The market is currently experiencing price stabilization at low levels, but profitability remains strong [9] - Wanhu Chemical is highlighted as a key player in the polyurethane sector, benefiting from the anticipated improvement in the MDI supply landscape [9] Potash Fertilizer - Potash fertilizer prices are expected to rebound as the industry enters a destocking phase, with supply constraints due to Canpotex withdrawing new quotes and Nutrien announcing production cuts [7][8] - The demand for potash is projected to rise as farmers increase planting intentions, influenced by rising grain prices [8] - Companies such as Yara International, Salt Lake Potash, and Cangge Mining are noted as leading firms in the potash sector [8] Weekly Price Tracking - The top five price increases this week included liquid chlorine (21.69%), acrylic acid (5.66%), and trichloroethylene (4.44%) [10] - The top five price decreases included butyl rubber (-11.25%), NYMEX natural gas futures (-4.33%), and DMF (-3.68%) [10] Supply-Side Tracking - A total of 162 chemical enterprises had their production capacities affected this week, with 7 new repairs and 11 restarts reported [11]

Report Investment Rating - There is no information about the industry investment rating in the report. Core Viewpoints - This week, the average prices and gross profits of pure MDI, polymeric MDI, and TDI in the polyurethane sector decreased compared to the previous week [2]. - In the oil, gas, and olefin sector, the average prices of ethane, propane, and naphtha increased slightly, while the average prices of polyethylene and polypropylene decreased. The theoretical profits of various production processes also decreased [2]. - In the coal chemical sector, the average prices of synthetic ammonia, urea, and DMF decreased, while the average price of acetic acid increased. The gross profits of these products also showed corresponding changes [2]. Summary by Directory 1. Basic Chemical Weekly Data Briefing - **Related Company Performance Tracking** - The Basic Chemical Index rose by 2.4% in the past week, 6.1% in the past month, 17.5% in the past three months, 50.4% in the past year, and 25.1% since the beginning of 2025 [8]. - Among the related companies, Wanhua Chemical rose by 2.9% in the past week, Baofeng Energy fell by 0.7%, Satellite Chemical rose by 0.6%, Huaxin Chemical rose by 0.5%, and New Hope Liuhe rose by 4.7% [8]. - The report also provides the total market value, net profit attributable to the parent company, PE, and PB of these companies [8]. - **Polyurethane Industry Chain** - The average prices of pure MDI, polymeric MDI, and TDI were 17,779 yuan/ton, 14,929 yuan/ton, and 13,585 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week decreases of 71 yuan/ton, 143 yuan/ton, and 702 yuan/ton respectively [2][8]. - The gross profits of pure MDI, polymeric MDI, and TDI were 4,533 yuan/ton, 2,683 yuan/ton, and 2,716 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week decreases of 51 yuan/ton, 122 yuan/ton, and 220 yuan/ton respectively [2][8]. - **Oil, Gas, and Olefin Industry Chain** - The average prices of ethane, propane, and naphtha were 1,302 yuan/ton, 4,259 yuan/ton, and 4,266 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week increases of 8 yuan/ton, 12 yuan/ton, and 15 yuan/ton respectively [2][8]. - The average price of polyethylene was 7,707 yuan/ton, a week-on-week decrease of 61 yuan/ton. The theoretical profits of ethane cracking, CTO, and naphtha cracking to produce polyethylene were 1,122 yuan/ton, 1,866 yuan/ton, and -125 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week decreases of 57 yuan/ton, 40 yuan/ton, and 46 yuan/ton respectively [2]. - The average price of polypropylene was 6,800 yuan/ton, a week-on-week decrease of 50 yuan/ton. The theoretical profits of PDH, CTO, and naphtha cracking to produce polypropylene were -330 yuan/ton, 1,463 yuan/ton, and -352 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week decreases of 37 yuan/ton, 33 yuan/ton, and 40 yuan/ton respectively [2]. - **Coal Chemical Industry Chain** - The average prices of synthetic ammonia, urea, DMF, and acetic acid were 2,129 yuan/ton, 1,707 yuan/ton, 3,982 yuan/ton, and 2,287 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week changes of -10 yuan/ton, -25 yuan/ton, -154 yuan/ton, and +48 yuan/ton respectively [2]. - The gross profits of synthetic ammonia, urea, DMF, and acetic acid were 179 yuan/ton, 13 yuan/ton, -193 yuan/ton, and 25 yuan/ton respectively, with week-on-week changes of -9 yuan/ton, -31 yuan/ton, -90 yuan/ton, and +5 yuan/ton respectively [2]. 2. Basic Chemical Weekly Report - **Basic Chemical Index Trend** - There is no specific content about the basic chemical index trend in the provided text. - **Polyurethane Sector** - The average prices and gross profits of pure MDI, polymeric MDI, and TDI decreased this week [2]. - **Oil, Gas, and Olefin Sector** - The prices of raw materials such as ethane, propane, and naphtha changed slightly, while the prices of polyethylene and polypropylene decreased. The profits of various production processes also decreased [2]. - **Coal Chemical Sector** - The prices and gross profits of coal chemical products such as synthetic ammonia, urea, and DMF showed different degrees of change [2].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the basic chemical industry, suggesting that leading companies with significant scale and cost advantages will benefit from economic recovery and demand resurgence [4][8]. Core Insights - The report highlights the recovery of the TDI production facility by Mitsui and the successful commissioning of a new ethylene plant by Jilin Petrochemical, indicating positive developments in the industry [3][4]. - It emphasizes the strong competitive position of domestic tire manufacturers and suggests that rare growth stocks in this sector are worth attention [4]. - The report notes a potential recovery in consumer electronics, recommending upstream material companies as beneficiaries of this trend [4]. - It identifies several resilient cyclical industries, such as phosphate and fluorine chemicals, which are expected to see improved market conditions due to supply constraints and rising demand [5][8]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 1.18%, while the ChiNext Index rose by 2.35%. The CITIC Basic Chemical Index increased by 0.15%, and the Shenwan Chemical Index decreased by 1.36% [14][17]. - The top-performing sub-industries included organic silicon (3.59%), modified plastics (2.46%), and tires (2.22%), while the worst performers were other plastic products (-4.72%) and compound fertilizers (-3.04%) [17][18]. Industry Dynamics - Mitsui's TDI plant is set to resume production after a chlorine leak incident, with expectations of stable product supply [3]. - Jilin Petrochemical's new ethylene plant has successfully started operations, increasing its total ethylene capacity to 1.9 million tons per year [3]. Investment Themes - **Tire Sector**: Domestic tire companies are noted for their strong competitive edge, with recommendations to focus on companies like Sailun Tire and Linglong Tire [4]. - **Consumer Electronics**: A gradual recovery is anticipated, with upstream material companies expected to benefit from increased demand in the panel supply chain [4]. - **Cyclical Industries**: Phosphate and fluorine chemical sectors are highlighted for their resilience, with recommendations for companies like Yuntianhua and Juhua [5][8]. - **Leading Companies**: The report suggests that leading companies in the chemical sector, such as Wanhua Chemical and Hualu Hengsheng, will benefit from economic recovery and demand resurgence [8].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the chemical industry [9] Core Insights - The chemical industry experienced a slight revenue increase of 1.9% year-on-year in H1 2025, with total revenue reaching 12,630.5 billion yuan, while net profit decreased by 1.0% to 746.7 billion yuan. The gross margin remained stable at 16.8% [2][5][17] - The outlook for the chemical sector is optimistic, with expectations of demand recovery driven by anticipated interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and domestic policies aimed at reducing competition. This could lead to a positive supply-demand dynamic [2][18] - Key sub-sectors such as fluorochemicals, pesticides, additives, potassium fertilizers, and compound fertilizers showed significant year-on-year profit growth in H1 2025 [5][6] Summary by Sections Overall Performance - In H1 2025, the chemical industry saw a slight revenue increase to 12,630.5 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 1.9%. Net profit was 746.7 billion yuan, down 1.0% from the previous year. The gross margin was stable at 16.8% [5][17] - The industry is experiencing a low-level oscillation in its economic performance, with capital expenditures declining and many chemical products nearing the end of their expansion cycles [5][17] Key Sub-sectors Analysis - **Fluorochemicals**: Achieved a net profit of 34.5 billion yuan in H1 2025, a 133.8% increase year-on-year, driven by a new pricing model for refrigerants [6][35] - **Phosphorus Chemicals**: Generated a net profit of 42.9 billion yuan, down 2.2% year-on-year, but with stable pricing for phosphate rock [6][46] - **Potassium Fertilizers**: Reported a net profit of 56.6 billion yuan, up 39.7% year-on-year, with strong demand and rising prices [6][52] - **Pesticides**: Achieved a net profit of 51.9 billion yuan, a 90.3% increase year-on-year, indicating signs of recovery in the market [6][35] - **Soda Ash**: Experienced a significant decline in net profit, down 72.5% year-on-year, but potential recovery is anticipated due to policy changes [6][38] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests actively investing in the chemical sector, particularly in cyclical and growth-oriented companies such as Wanhua Chemical, Hualu Hengsheng, and Longbai Group, as well as in sectors benefiting from new production capabilities and stable growth [7][38]

Core Viewpoint - Wanhua Chemical is a leading global chemical enterprise with a strong focus on MDI and TDI, establishing a highly competitive integrated industrial chain [1] Production Capacity - As of the first half of 2025, the company will have an MDI production capacity of 3.8 million tons per year, with an expansion of 700,000 tons per year planned for its Fujian facility, expected to be operational in 2026 [1] - The company is a leading global producer of TDI, with a total TDI production capacity of 1.44 million tons per year following the completion of the second phase of the Fujian TDI project in August 2025 [1] Market Demand - The furniture sales in China are performing well, which strongly supports the demand for TDI [1] - The company aims to continue expanding into niche markets to drive growth in new business areas [1] Investment Outlook - Given the company's leading position in the polyurethane industry and the performance growth from petrochemical and new material projects, the future development prospects of the company are viewed positively, leading to an initial "buy" rating [1]

Group 1 - Jiang Jianchun, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, emphasized the importance of the collaboration between Meiside Chemical and the Institute of Chemical Industry of Forestry Products, highlighting the complementary advantages and collaborative innovation [2] - The joint laboratory will focus on the research and promotion of bio-based polyurethane materials, bio-based additives, and bio-modification technologies, aiming to create an innovative research platform and industrialization base [2][3] - Meiside Chemical plans to leverage its strengths in organic silicon surfactants and organic amine catalysts to develop high-performance, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly new polyurethane materials [2][3] Group 2 - The collaboration aims to accelerate the green transformation of products, with a focus on overcoming key technical bottlenecks related to material performance, cost, and environmental standards [3] - The goal is to achieve a seamless connection from basic research to technology development, engineering scaling, and market application [2][3] - The partnership is expected to yield significant results within three to five years, including breakthroughs in technological innovation and industry cooperation, as well as the establishment of a long-term mechanism for cultivating high-level professionals [2][3]

Core Insights - The meeting held by the Zibo Municipal Government focused on the innovation and development of the polyurethane industry in Shandong, highlighting the importance of building leading advantages in this sector [1] Company Overview - Longhua New Materials Co., Ltd. specializes in the research, production, and sales of polyether polyols, polymer polyols, and end-amino polyethers, aiming to serve the global market with innovative and reliable products [3] - The company holds a leading position in the polymer polyol (POP) sector, possessing multiple invention and utility model patents [3] Technological Advancements - Longhua New Materials has developed a proprietary technology for producing POP without the need for chain transfer agents, addressing two major technical bottlenecks in the domestic industry: water thickening and viscosity control [3] - This breakthrough fills a domestic technological gap and achieves international leading standards, enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs [3] Market Position - Longhua New Materials holds approximately 30% of the national market share in polymer products, ranking first in the industry [3] - The company has established long-term strategic partnerships with several internationally renowned enterprises, actively participating in the global value chain [3] Future Outlook - Longhua New Materials plans to deepen global R&D collaboration and promote innovation in polyurethane materials, aiming to become a global strategic partner in the polyurethane industry chain [3]

Core Viewpoint - Meirui New Materials reported a net profit growth of 25.25% year-on-year in the first half of the year, indicating strong financial performance and growth potential in the polyurethane industry [1] Company Overview - Meirui New Materials is a leading domestic producer of polyurethane new materials and specialty chemical raw materials, with main products including thermoplastic polyurethane elastomers and water-based polyurethanes [1] - The company is currently the only publicly listed company in China primarily focused on TPU business [1] Financial Performance - As of August 26, the company's stock price was 17.15 yuan, down 1.15% from the previous trading day, with a total market capitalization of 7.338 billion yuan [1] - The trading volume on August 26 was 111 million yuan, with a turnover rate of 2.69% [1] Recent Developments - On August 26, the company hosted a research meeting with 10 institutions, including Beijing Yutian Capital, to discuss the progress of its polyurethane industrial park project and new product development [1] - The company announced plans to increase capital to its subsidiary by no more than 350 million yuan to support project construction [1] Capital Flow - On August 26, the main capital outflow was 30.0673 million yuan, with a cumulative net outflow of 11.2519 million yuan over the past five days [1]