Core Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of positioning for the end of the year, suggesting that bank dividends are a preferred observation strategy if the market experiences a pause in volatility [4] - It highlights the need to wait for a renewed confidence in high-growth sectors over the next 2-3 years, particularly in technology and services [5][10] - The report reviews the market's performance, noting a significant increase in the Shanghai Composite Index, which has risen over 10% to above 3800 points since the mid-year strategy [6][9] Market Overview - The report indicates that the market may experience a phase of consolidation due to external factors such as weakening U.S. economic indicators and concerns over employment, which could lead to a risk-off sentiment affecting A-shares [6][9] - It notes that the market is currently in a wait-and-see mode, with trading volumes not yet activated and sectors undergoing accelerated rotation [9][10] Investment Strategy - The report suggests a proactive approach to market conditions, focusing on sectors with favorable risk-reward ratios, particularly in real estate, resource commodities, and consumer sentiment [11][12] - It recommends monitoring high-growth sectors that are difficult to disprove, such as storage, domestic computing, and innovative pharmaceuticals, while waiting for a consensus on performance [12] Fund Flow Analysis - The report discusses the potential for fund managers to reduce positions as the year-end approaches, indicating a trend towards profit-taking [13] - It highlights that leverage funds are still flowing in but at a slower pace, suggesting a need to watch for a potential slowdown in inflows [13][28] Calendar Effect Insights - The report analyzes the calendar effect, noting that the market generally trends upward in early November but may weaken following economic meetings [14][31] - It provides insights into market performance across different styles and sectors, indicating a shift towards dividend and quality stocks post-meeting [15][16]

Group 1: Cement Industry - The cement industry experienced a year-on-year production decline of 7% in Q3 2025, with average prices also decreasing. However, the drop in raw material prices supported the gross profit per ton to remain stable year-on-year [1] - In Q4, coal prices rebounded, increasing by 8% in October compared to September, which may lead to marginal cost increases for cement [1] - If the industry strictly limits overproduction in 2026, capacity utilization rates could recover to over 60%, which, along with staggered production execution, may support industry profitability recovery [1] Group 2: Consumer Building Materials - Key consumer building materials companies reported a combined revenue decline of 3% year-on-year in Q3 2025, with a gross margin decrease of 1.2 percentage points, although the decline rate has narrowed [2] - The sector has implemented strict cost control measures, leading to a slight improvement in cash flow [2] - It is recommended to consider undervalued stocks in segments where supply and price competition are easing, such as home decoration coatings and waterproof materials, as well as in stable demand sectors like coatings and gypsum boards [2] Group 3: Glass Fiber - The glass fiber sector saw improvements in both revenue and gross margin year-on-year in Q3 2025, with stable prices for wind power yarn and thermoplastic short-cut products [3] - There is potential for price increases in both roving and electronic fabrics, indicating a balanced industry outlook for 2026 [3] - Special glass fiber fabrics are expected to maintain rapid growth driven by AI advancements [3] Group 4: Glass Industry - The glass industry continues to face pressure from construction, with float glass profitability at a low point [4] - Looking ahead to 2026, after price declines in the off-season, some cash flow-negative capacities may undergo cold repairs, which could gradually improve supply-demand relationships [4]

Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the construction materials industry is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [1] Core Views - The construction materials industry is currently at a cyclical bottom in terms of profitability, with leading companies in various segments performing in line with expectations. For instance, China Jushi in the fiberglass sector has seen a significant year-on-year improvement in profitability, while companies like Rabbit Baby have also reported substantial profit improvements due to investment income. Other leading companies such as Oriental Yuhong, Beixin Building Materials, Qibin Group, and Jianlang Hardware are also showing signs of bottoming out in their fundamentals. It is anticipated that stock prices may break out of the bottom range under the influence of policy catalysts and market style shifts [4][5] Summary by Relevant Sections Cement - Demand for cement has shown a slight month-on-month improvement, primarily due to infrastructure projects and better weather conditions, although year-on-year demand remains down. The overall demand is still in a weak recovery phase, influenced by weather disruptions and the pace of demand release. In September 2025, the monthly cement production was 154 million tons, down 8.6% year-on-year [5][10] Glass - The glass industry is experiencing a continuous decline in demand due to the impact of real estate. Short-term demand during the traditional peak season has shown limited improvement, and inventory levels among intermediaries remain relatively high. The supply-demand imbalance persists, with limited improvement in downstream terminal demand. The industry is expected to face increased environmental requirements and costs, accelerating the pace of cold repairs [5][17] Fiberglass - The fiberglass sector is witnessing a price recovery, with price increases of 5%-10% reported. The demand for electronic yarns is driven by the AI industry, leading to a significant increase in both volume and price. The demand is expected to continue growing alongside AI developments [6] Consumer Building Materials - The profitability of the consumer building materials sector has reached a bottom, with prices having no further downward space after years of competition. The sector is strongly advocating for price increases and profitability improvements, with several categories like waterproofing, coatings, and gypsum boards issuing price increase notices this year. A recovery in profitability is anticipated for leading companies in the second half of the year [6] Recent Company Announcements - Conch Cement reported Q3 revenue of 20 billion yuan, down 11.4% year-on-year, but net profit increased by 3.4% year-on-year to 1.94 billion yuan, benefiting from cost reductions and improved gross margins. Q3 revenue for Qibin Group was 4.39 billion yuan, up 18.9% year-on-year, with a net profit of 20 million yuan, marking a return to profitability [19][20][22]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the construction materials sector [3]. Core Views - The construction materials sector is experiencing a mixed performance, with cement prices under pressure while glass and fiberglass manufacturing show positive trends. The overall sector has outperformed the CSI 300 index by 1.75% during the week [1][12]. - Government policies aimed at alleviating financial pressures on local governments are expected to improve the fiscal environment, potentially accelerating municipal engineering projects [1]. - The glass market is facing supply-demand imbalances, but self-regulation among photovoltaic glass manufacturers may help ease these tensions [1]. - Consumer building materials are recommended due to their potential benefits from second-hand housing transactions and consumption stimulus policies [1]. - The cement industry is still in a demand bottoming phase, with production adjustments being made to stabilize prices [1][17]. Summary by Sections Cement Industry Tracking - As of October 31, 2025, the national cement price index is 347.34 CNY/ton, up 1.07% week-on-week. Cement output reached 2.8265 million tons, an increase of 8.05% from the previous week [17]. - The cement market is characterized by stable growth in infrastructure, while residential construction lags behind [17]. Glass Industry Tracking - The average price of float glass is 1202.68 CNY/ton, down 3.30% from the previous week. Inventory levels have decreased, indicating some recovery in demand [2][5]. Fiberglass Industry Tracking - Fiberglass prices have stabilized, with demand for high-end products remaining strong. The market is expected to see price increases in the medium to long term [5]. Consumer Building Materials - The demand for consumer building materials is showing signs of weak recovery, influenced by fluctuations in upstream raw material prices [6]. Carbon Fiber Industry Tracking - The carbon fiber market remains stable, with production costs reported at 106,100 CNY/ton, leading to negative margins for many producers [6]. Key Stocks - Recommended stocks include: - North New Building Materials (Buy) - Weixing New Materials (Accumulate) - Sankeshu (Buy) - China Jushi (Buy) - Yinlong Co. (Buy) - Puyang Refractories (Buy) [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Neutral" rating for both the real estate and building materials sectors [1][3]. Core Insights - Real estate sales remain sluggish, with a cumulative year-on-year decline of 5.5% in sales area and 7.9% in sales revenue for the first three quarters of 2025. The decline has widened compared to the end of August [3][26]. - The report highlights a shift in the real estate sector towards "quality, service, and sustainability," moving away from high leverage and high turnover models. It emphasizes the importance of urban renewal to unlock potential in existing stock [3][27]. - The building materials sector is expected to see a steady recovery in profitability, with a target of exceeding 300 billion yuan in revenue from green building materials by 2026 [3][51]. Summary by Sections Real Estate Sector Overview - As of October 30, 2025, the Shenwan Real Estate Index has increased by 0.31% over the past two weeks, underperforming the CSI 300 Index by 4.03 percentage points [13]. - In September 2025, new residential prices in first-tier cities fell by 0.3% month-on-month, while second-tier cities saw a 0.4% decline [24][26]. - The report identifies key companies to watch, including Poly Developments, Binjiang Group, and China Merchants Shekou, which are expected to perform well in the current market environment [3][27]. Building Materials Sector Overview - The Shenwan Building Materials Index rose by 2.19% over the past two weeks, ranking 16th among 31 sectors [28]. - The report notes a significant decline in national cement production, down 5.2% year-on-year to 1.259 billion tons, marking the lowest level since 2010 [48][52]. - Companies such as Conch Cement, Taipai Group, and Huaxin Cement are highlighted for their strong fundamentals and high dividend yields [52]. Specific Material Insights - The glass and fiberglass sectors are facing pressure with low prices, but the report anticipates a long-term improvement in competition due to supply constraints [5][52]. - The report suggests that the photovoltaic glass industry is transitioning towards a model driven by technology and sustainability, which is expected to enhance profitability [5][52]. - Consumer building materials are seeing improved margins due to price increases and demand from urban renewal projects, with companies like North New Materials and Rabbit Baby recommended for attention [53].

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 Viewpoint - The construction materials industry is experiencing a continued demand decline, with specific challenges in the cement sector, despite some policy support aimed at stabilizing the market [2][3]. Cement Industry - In September, the national average cement shipment rate showed a slight month-on-month increase but a nearly 4 percentage point year-on-year decline, indicating ongoing demand shrinkage [1][3]. - The average cement price in September 2025 is reported at 346.77 yuan/ton, reflecting a 5.43 yuan/ton increase from June, yet the overall demand remains weak [1][3]. - Factors contributing to the weak demand include investment declines and project funding shortages, which hinder construction progress, alongside frequent rainfall affecting operations [3]. Glass Industry - The float glass market is expected to transition into a fluctuating trend after recent price increases, with some year-end demand but overall supply pressure remaining [4]. - The anticipated daily production is expected to maintain above 160,000 tons, but demand is primarily driven by essential purchases due to funding and payment issues [4]. - Key companies to watch in the glass sector include Qibin Group and Jinjing Technology [4]. Fiberglass Industry - A price adjustment announcement from Shandong Fiberglass indicates a 5%-10% increase in prices for certain fiberglass products, signaling a potential recovery in the industry [5]. - The China Fiberglass Industry Association has initiated a joint effort to establish a fair competitive environment, which may enhance profitability across the sector [5]. - Notable companies in this space include China Jushi and Zhongcai Technology [5]. Consumer Building Materials - Continuous real estate policy implementations are expected to drive industry valuation recovery and fundamental improvements, with recommended companies including Weixing New Materials and Beixin Building Materials [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the construction materials industry [3][38]. Core Viewpoints - The construction materials industry is expected to see improved profitability due to the "re-pricing model" initiated in the fiberglass sector, which is anticipated to enhance industry margins [4][30]. - Continuous real estate policy support is likely to drive valuation recovery and fundamental improvements in the construction materials sector [4][38]. - The cement market is entering a traditional peak season, but demand recovery remains weak, with September cement production down 8.6% year-on-year [8][39]. - The glass industry is experiencing slight demand improvement, with inventory levels decreasing, although supply pressures persist [19][20]. - The fiberglass sector is witnessing a price increase of 5%-10% for certain products, indicating a potential uplift in profitability [30][31]. Summary by Sections Cement Industry - In September, cement production was 154 million tons, down 8.6% year-on-year, with a cumulative decline of 5.2% for the first nine months of 2025 [8][39]. - Fixed asset investment (excluding rural households) fell by 0.5% year-on-year, marking the first negative growth in national fixed asset investment [8][39]. - The average cement price in September was 346.77 yuan/ton, up 5.43 yuan from June [8][39]. Glass Industry - The national flat glass production for January to September was 729 million weight boxes, down 5.2% year-on-year, with a slight recovery in demand noted in September [19][20]. - Inventory levels for flat glass decreased by 5.13% month-on-month, indicating a positive trend in demand [20]. - The market is expected to experience a fluctuating trend after recent price increases, with supply pressures still present [29][40]. Fiberglass Industry - The fiberglass industry is seeing a price adjustment with increases of 5%-10% for various products, signaling a potential improvement in profitability [30][31]. - Demand from the wind power and new energy vehicle sectors remains strong, with significant year-on-year growth in wind power generation [30][31]. Consumer Building Materials - The retail sales of building and decoration materials increased by 1.6% year-on-year from January to September 2025, indicating slight demand growth [35]. - Ongoing real estate policy measures are expected to alleviate inventory pressures and improve the industry's fundamentals [35][38].

Core Insights - The report maintains a positive outlook on the building materials sector, highlighting a shift in capital towards domestic demand-driven segments due to ongoing U.S.-China tariff tensions and a focus on defensive investments [4] - The competitive landscape within the consumer building materials sector is improving, with leading companies expected to gain market share as smaller firms exit the market due to financial strain [4] - The report emphasizes the potential for a recovery cycle in profitability for leading companies in the building materials sector, particularly in coatings and waterproofing segments, as price stabilization is observed [4] Market Performance - The building materials sector has shown a performance of -9% over the last 12 months, compared to the Shanghai Composite Index's -3% and the CSI 300's 4% [2][4] Recommendations - The report recommends prioritizing investments in leading companies within the building materials sector, specifically mentioning Sanke Tree, Oriental Yuhong, Rabbit Baby, and Keshun Co., as they are expected to benefit from the ongoing market consolidation [4] - For the cement sector, the report suggests a wait-and-see approach until supply-side improvements materialize, with a focus on Huaxin Cement and a watch on Shangfeng Cement and Tapai Group [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Neutral" rating for both the real estate and building materials sectors [2]. Core Insights - The real estate market is experiencing a divergence in performance, with core cities seeing a recovery in new home sales due to policy optimization and promotional activities, while the second-hand housing market is affected by holiday travel [4][25]. - The building materials sector is expected to benefit from government policies aimed at stabilizing growth, which will improve corporate profitability [4][47]. Summary by Sections Real Estate Sector - The real estate policy environment is at its historically loosest stage, but recent transaction data remains weak, indicating that further policy support is needed for a comprehensive recovery [4][25]. - More cities are expected to implement new policies to relax housing market restrictions, focusing on optimizing purchase limits, reducing costs, and enhancing credit support [4][25]. - The report suggests focusing on stable central state-owned enterprises and regional leaders in first and second-tier cities, such as Poly Developments (600048), Binjiang Group (002244), and China Merchants Shekou (001979) [4][25]. Building Materials Sector - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other departments have issued a plan to stabilize growth in the building materials industry, which includes prohibiting new cement clinker and flat glass production capacity [4][47]. - The plan aims to eliminate 100 million tons of inefficient capacity by 2026, promoting industry concentration and supporting the development of advanced materials [4][47]. - The report highlights the importance of digitalization and green technology in enhancing production efficiency and management levels within the building materials sector [4][47]. Cement Industry - Current demand for cement remains weak, but the acceleration of special bond issuance and policies for urban renewal and rural revitalization are expected to boost demand [48]. - As the industry continues to enhance its "anti-involution" measures, staggered production will help stabilize prices [48]. - The report recommends focusing on companies like Conch Cement (600585), Taipai Group (002233), and Huaxin Cement (600801) due to their favorable dividend yields [48]. Glass and Fiberglass Industry - The glass industry is currently sluggish, but the photovoltaic glass segment is seeing a decline in inventory and price stabilization [49]. - The report anticipates a shift in the photovoltaic glass industry towards a technology-driven, high-end, and green growth model [49]. - The demand for fiberglass is increasing due to the rapid development of electric vehicles and renewable energy sectors, with companies like China Jushi (600176) recommended for investment [50]. Consumer Building Materials - Since 2025, some consumer building material companies have improved profit margins through price increases, supported by urban renewal policies [50]. - Leading companies are enhancing their operational quality and market share by optimizing channel structures and upgrading product lines [50]. - Recommended companies in this segment include Beixin Building Materials (002791), Rabbit Baby (002043), and Three Trees (603737) [50].