Group 1 - A-shares experienced significant activity with 64 stocks hitting the daily limit up and 6 stocks hitting the limit down on October 28 [1] - The non-ferrous and tungsten sectors were particularly active, with AnTai Technology achieving a consecutive limit up and Zhongtung High-tech also hitting the limit up [1] - The fiberglass sector showed strength, with Honghe Technology reaching the limit up [1] - Fujian state-owned assets concept stocks rose, with Haixia Innovation and Fujian Cement achieving consecutive limit ups, along with HeLiTai and Xiamen Port reaching the limit up [1] Group 2 - *ST Yuan Cheng faced a continuous decline with 12 consecutive limit downs, while *ST Su Wu and ST Huatong experienced 2 consecutive limit downs [2] - Other companies such as *ST HeKe and Shi Long Industrial also hit the limit down [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the construction materials industry [1] Core Views - Short-term easing of US-China trade tensions and anticipation of economic work conference guidance [1] - Mid-term expectations for improved profitability in the fiberglass sector [2] - The construction materials sector has shown a 1.60% increase in the past week, underperforming compared to the broader market indices [4] Summary by Sections 1. Bulk Construction Materials Fundamentals and High-Frequency Data - **Cement**: The national average price for high-standard cement is 348.2 RMB/ton, up 1.3 RMB/ton from last week but down 63.0 RMB/ton year-on-year. The average cement inventory ratio is 67.9%, up 0.6 percentage points from last week [11][12][18]. - **Glass**: The average price for float glass is 1243.7 RMB/ton, down 57.3 RMB/ton from last week and down 9.3% year-on-year. Inventory levels have increased, indicating weak demand [44][50]. - **Fiberglass**: The market for non-alkali fiberglass remains stable, with prices holding steady. The average price for 2400tex non-alkali winding direct yarn is between 3250-3700 RMB/ton [5]. 2. Industry Dynamics Tracking - **Investment Trends**: Fixed asset investment growth has slowed, indicating weakness in traditional sectors like real estate and infrastructure. The focus is shifting towards technology and domestic consumption [4]. - **Market Recommendations**: The report suggests focusing on technology sectors benefiting from domestic cycles and improving supply chains in the real estate sector [4]. 3. Weekly Market Review and Sector Valuation - The construction materials sector has underperformed compared to the broader market indices, with a 1.60% increase against a 3.24% rise in the CSI 300 index [4]. - The report highlights the importance of industry self-discipline and the potential for price stabilization in the cement sector due to supply-side adjustments [5][11]. 4. Price and Inventory Trends - **Cement Prices**: The report notes a slight increase in cement prices in certain regions, with expectations for continued price fluctuations due to seasonal demand [11][12]. - **Glass Inventory**: The increase in glass inventory suggests a need for demand recovery to stabilize prices [50]. 5. Recommendations for Key Companies - The report recommends focusing on leading companies in the cement and fiberglass sectors, such as China National Building Material and China Jushi, which are expected to benefit from market adjustments and technological advancements [5].

Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the construction materials industry is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [1] Core Views - The report highlights that during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, China is expected to construct and renovate over 700,000 kilometers of underground pipelines, with new investment needs exceeding 5 trillion yuan. This initiative is a key focus for the government and is expected to significantly boost investment and consumption, creating substantial domestic demand opportunities. Recommended companies to watch include China Liansu, Qinglong Pipeline, and Donghong Co [4] - In the cement sector, the demand recovery is slow, with a year-on-year decline of 8.6% in cement production in August 2025, totaling 154 million tons. The industry is currently in a low demand and price phase, but capacity utilization is expected to improve due to policies limiting overproduction. Companies to focus on include Conch Cement and Huaxin Cement [5][10] - The glass industry is experiencing a downward trend in demand due to the real estate sector's impact, with prices showing signs of weakening post-holiday. The report suggests that while environmental regulations may not lead to a drastic reduction in capacity, they will increase costs and accelerate industry adjustments. Key players to monitor include Qibin Group [5][15] - The fiberglass sector is seeing a positive trend driven by demand from the AI industry, with expectations for explosive growth in low-dielectric products. Companies like China Jushi and China National Building Material are highlighted as potential beneficiaries [5] - The consumer building materials sector has reached a profitability bottom, with no further price declines expected. The report anticipates a recovery in profitability for leading companies in the second half of the year, with firms like Oriental Yuhong and Sanke Tree recommended for attention [5] Summary by Sections Cement - The cement market is gradually entering its peak season, but overall demand recovery is slow. The construction sector's demand has not fully materialized due to weather disruptions and the pace of demand release. The report notes that the industry is currently at a low point in both demand and prices [10] - In August 2025, cement production was 154 million tons, reflecting an 8.6% year-on-year decline [10] Glass - The glass industry is facing weak demand post-holiday, with significant inventory increases affecting price stability. The report indicates that the supply-demand imbalance persists, and future performance will depend on policy changes and downstream inventory replenishment [15] Fiberglass - The fiberglass sector is benefiting from the AI industry's growth, with expectations for a significant increase in demand and prices for low-dielectric products. The report emphasizes a positive outlook for the industry [5] Consumer Building Materials - The consumer building materials sector is expected to see a recovery in profitability, with leading companies actively pursuing price increases. The report suggests that the sector has reached a profitability bottom, and improvements are anticipated in the latter half of the year [5]

Core Insights - The report highlights significant growth in foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows in certain African countries, particularly Zambia and Mozambique, which are expected to see notable year-on-year increases in 2024 [1][2] - The report also notes positive currency exchange rate movements in Africa, with Tanzania appreciating by 7.13%, Nigeria by 3.93%, and Kenya by 0.04% in Q3 [1][2] Group 1: Industry Performance - The cement industry shows a national average price of 348 RMB per ton, down 63 RMB year-on-year, with an average shipment rate of 45.1% [3] - The glass industry reports a floating glass average price of 1243.68 RMB per ton, a decrease of 57.29 RMB, with inventory days increasing to 30.51 days [3] - The concrete mixing station's capacity utilization rate is at 7.23%, reflecting a decrease [3] Group 2: Company Developments - Companies such as Huaxin Cement and China National Materials have released their Q3 reports, indicating a potential increase in overseas performance, particularly in Africa [2][5] - Yashi Chuangneng plans to sell certain industrial land use rights and assets to improve its financial structure and support core business development [5] Group 3: Market Trends - The AI new materials sector is expected to see growth, with leading companies likely to expand production in response to high demand [2] - The report anticipates that the market will focus on the confirmation of material solutions and the impact of supply constraints on pricing [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [7]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 21.7 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 29%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.48 billion yuan, up 143% year-on-year, with a non-recurring net profit of 1.2 billion yuan [2][4]. - In the third quarter, the company reported a revenue of 8.4 billion yuan, a 33% increase year-on-year, and a net profit of 480 million yuan, which is a 235% year-on-year growth [2][4]. - The company's main business showed slight fluctuations, with improvements in AI electronic cloth operations. The gross profit margin for the third quarter was 19.1%, an increase of 2.3 percentage points year-on-year [11]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company reported a revenue of 21.7 billion yuan and a net profit of 1.48 billion yuan, with significant growth rates of 29% and 143% respectively [2][4]. - The third quarter alone saw a revenue of 8.4 billion yuan and a net profit of 480 million yuan, marking a 33% and 235% increase year-on-year [2][4]. Business Segments - The glass fiber segment experienced slight fluctuations due to U.S. tariffs affecting prices. The company anticipates that glass fiber prices will stabilize in the second half of 2025, with potential upward momentum in 2026 [11]. - The wind blade segment is expected to continue its upward trend, benefiting from a significant increase in new wind power installations in China [11]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to raise up to 4.48 billion yuan through a private placement to invest in AI electronic cloth projects, with a significant subscription from its major shareholder [11]. - The company aims to establish a production capacity of 120 million meters for special electronic cloth by 2027, potentially capturing a market share of around 40% [11]. Market Outlook - The report emphasizes the ongoing positive trends in the industry, particularly in AI special cloth, with expectations of structural optimization and simultaneous price and volume increases [11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on overseas expansion opportunities, particularly in Africa, and highlights the potential for significant contributions from companies like Huaxin Cement and China National Materials [3][12] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the growing foreign direct investment (FDI) inflow in Africa, with notable increases in Zambia and Mozambique for 2024, and a consistent growth trend in Tanzania from 2021 to 2024 [3][12] - The report expresses optimism regarding AI-driven new materials, anticipating that leading companies will actively expand production to meet high demand [3][13] Summary by Sections Weekly Discussion - The report notes that the focus on overseas performance is expected to rise, particularly with the recent quarterly reports from Huaxin Cement and China National Materials, indicating strong overseas order performance [3][12] - It highlights positive currency exchange trends in Africa, with significant appreciation in currencies like the Tanzanian shilling and Nigerian naira during Q3 [3][12] Cyclical Linkage - Cement prices averaged 348 RMB/t this week, down 63 RMB/t year-on-year but up 1 RMB/t month-on-month, with an average national shipment rate of 45.1% [4][14] - The report indicates a decline in glass prices, with the average price for float glass at 1243.68 RMB/ton, down 4.40% from the previous week [4][14] Market Performance - The construction materials index decreased by 0.60% this week, with specific segments like glass manufacturing and cement manufacturing showing declines of 1.82% and 1.90%, respectively [17] - The report notes that the domestic concrete mixing station's capacity utilization rate was 7.23%, reflecting a slight decrease [4][14] Price Changes in Construction Materials - The report details that the national cement market price increased by 0.4% this week, with price adjustments in regions like Guizhou and Jiangsu [24][27] - Float glass prices have shown a downward trend, with the average price dropping significantly due to increased inventory levels [40][53] Fiber and Carbon Fiber Market - The report states that the domestic price for 2400tex alkali-free winding direct yarn remains stable at 3524.75 RMB/ton, with no significant changes observed [60] - The carbon fiber market price is reported to be stable at 83.75 RMB/kg, supported by low raw material prices [67][70]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [6]. Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 13.9 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 20%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 2.57 billion yuan, up 68% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items reached 2.61 billion yuan, marking a 126% increase [3][4]. - In the third quarter, the company reported a revenue of 4.8 billion yuan, a 23% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 880 million yuan, up 54% year-on-year, and a net profit excluding non-recurring items of 910 million yuan, reflecting a 73% increase [3][4]. - The company is experiencing a recovery in electronic fabric demand, driven by the automotive and consumer electronics sectors, alongside a low base from the previous year [10]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company's gross margin for the first three quarters was approximately 32.4%, an increase of 8.7 percentage points year-on-year. The gross margin for the third quarter was about 32.8%, up 4.6 percentage points year-on-year [10]. - The company has effectively reduced costs, with the expense ratio for the first three quarters at about 9.0%, down 1.5 percentage points year-on-year [10]. Market Dynamics - The decline in fiberglass prices from May to July was attributed to weakened export demand and increased supply. The actual tariffs imposed on fiberglass exports to the U.S. have reached 60%, impacting the company's export capacity [10]. - The report anticipates that fiberglass prices will stabilize in the second half of 2025, with potential upward momentum in 2026 due to limited new production capacity and expected recovery in overseas demand [10]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to repurchase 30 to 40 million shares, accounting for 0.75% to 1.00% of the total share capital, with a maximum repurchase price of 22 yuan per share [10]. - The company is actively positioning itself in the AI electronic fabric market, indicating a positive outlook for its operations in the coming years [10].

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Recommended" [4] Core Views - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes urban renewal and underground pipeline renovation, with an expected investment demand exceeding 5 trillion yuan for over 700,000 kilometers of pipeline construction [6] - The report highlights the impact of renewed tariff conflicts and the acceleration of industry self-discipline, recommending companies with strong pricing power and cost advantages in the cement and waterproof sectors [6] - The report notes that the special electronic fabric sector is experiencing high demand, with companies like China Jushi and China National Materials Technology benefiting from this trend [7] Summary by Sections Investment Suggestions - Recommended companies benefiting from urban pipeline renovation include Qinglong Pipe Industry, Donghong Co., and China Liansu [6] - In the cement sector, companies like Huaxin Cement and Conch Cement are recommended due to their cost and scale advantages amid tariff conflicts [6] - The waterproof industry is seeing frequent price increases, with recommendations for Oriental Yuhong and Keshun Co. [6] - In the photovoltaic glass sector, companies such as Qibin Group, Fuyao Glass, and Xinyi Solar are recommended due to price increases [6] - The report suggests strong resilience in operations for companies like Sanhe Tree and high dividend yield firms like Rabbit Baby and Weixing New Materials [6] - The fire alarm leader Qingniao Fire is recommended due to its upcoming commercialization of fire-fighting robots [7] - The report highlights the strong performance of special electronic fabrics, recommending China Jushi and China National Materials Technology [9] Market Trends - The national cement market price increased by 0.4% week-on-week, with price rises in regions like Guizhou and Jiangsu [22][23] - The average price of float glass decreased by 4.40% to 1243.68 yuan/ton, indicating a shift from an upward trend to a decline [64] - The photovoltaic glass market remains stable, with mainstream order prices for 2.0mm coated panels at around 13 yuan/square meter [72]

Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Outperform the market (maintained rating) [4] Core Views - The construction materials sector has shown a 1.85% increase this week, underperforming the Shanghai Composite Index which rose by 3.24%, indicating a 1.4 percentage point lag [2][9] - The report highlights the significant potential for investment and consumption driven by urban renewal and underground pipeline construction, with an expected investment demand exceeding 5 trillion yuan during the 14th Five-Year Plan period [2] - The report suggests that low-valued consumer building materials, particularly pipes and coatings, are likely to benefit from these initiatives, with a recommendation to focus on leading companies in this sector [2] - The report emphasizes the importance of urban renewal, which includes the renovation of old residential areas and the establishment of safety management systems for buildings, indicating a robust demand for construction materials [2] - The report also recommends monitoring high-end electronic fabrics, African cement, and fiberglass products with price increase expectations [2] Summary by Sections Market Review - The construction materials sector has underperformed the broader market, with notable gains in sub-sectors such as other structural materials and specialized materials [9] - Key stocks that performed well include Fashilong (30.6%), Sifangda (18.3%), and Ruitai Technology (16.3%) [9] Recommended Stocks - The report recommends a focus on the following stocks: Western Cement, Huaxin Cement, Keda Manufacturing, China National Materials, Honghe Technology, China Jushi, Sankeshu, and Dongpeng Holdings [3][15]

Core Viewpoint - The industry is experiencing significant improvement in supply-demand structure, leading to enhanced profitability and market concentration, with the top three companies holding over 60% market share [1] Industry Summary - The industry benefits from effective capacity regulation and structural optimization, with demand steadily expanding, resulting in a significant improvement in supply-demand dynamics and product prices [1] - The industry is projected to see a substantial increase in demand driven by sectors such as wind power, new energy, and electronics, with a notable demand surge expected in the first half of 2025 [1] - The industry has seen a 13.5% year-on-year increase in main business revenue and a 142.5% increase in industrial profits in the first half of 2025 [1] Company Summary - The company is a leading player in the fiberglass industry, with strong technological capabilities, a rich product matrix, and a global marketing network, enhancing its competitive edge [2] - The company has achieved breakthroughs in various technical fields, maintaining a leading position in high-modulus wind power yarn and LDK electronic yarn [2] - The company focuses on high-end products across multiple sectors, including wind power, thermoplastics, thermosets, and electronics, with a comprehensive global sales system [2] - The company has a market share exceeding 25% in the wind blade sector and has developed advanced products in the electronic yarn field, addressing the long-term reliance on imports for key materials [2] - The company has established stable partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing its growth potential through technological innovation [2] Profit Forecast and Investment Recommendation - The company is expected to maintain steady sales growth, with significant growth potential in its advantageous products like LDK electronic yarn, and continuous improvement in product structure and cost management [3] - A target price of 7.20 yuan is set for 2026, based on a 30 times valuation, with a "buy" rating recommended [3]