Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the tungsten industry, predicting that the stock price will outperform the Shanghai Composite Index by 15% or more within the next six months [33]. Core Insights - The Bakuta tungsten mine is expected to begin commercial production in Q2 2025, contributing significantly to global tungsten supply [4][6]. - The mine has favorable geological conditions and is one of the largest tungsten resources globally, with an estimated resource of 109.5 million tons containing 0.211% WO3 [3][11]. - The global tungsten supply has been declining over the past six years, and the Bakuta mine's phase two production is expected to contribute 13% to global output by 2028 [6][28]. Summary by Sections Bakuta Tungsten Mine Overview - The Bakuta tungsten mine is located in Kazakhstan and is one of the largest open-pit tungsten mines globally, with a significant resource endowment [3][11]. - The mine's estimated resources include 10.95 million tons of ore, translating to approximately 231,500 tons of WO3 [3][11]. Production Timeline - Phase one of the Bakuta project is set to start commercial production in Q2 2025, with a target capacity of 3.3 million tons of tungsten ore per year [4][20]. - Phase two is planned for Q1 2027, which will increase production capacity to 4.95 million tons per year [4][20]. Cost Advantages - The Bakuta mine benefits from lower operational costs due to its open-pit nature and favorable local conditions for land use, water, electricity, and labor compared to other major tungsten-producing countries [23][24]. - The estimated operational cash cost for 2025 is projected to be approximately RMB 463.2 million, with a unit cost of RMB 156 per ton of ore [23][24]. Global Supply Dynamics - Global tungsten production is expected to remain stable, with a slight increase in 2024, but the Bakuta mine's contribution will be crucial as it ramps up production [6][28]. - The report highlights that China's tungsten production dominates the market, accounting for about 83% of global output [28]. Beneficiary Companies - Companies expected to benefit from the Bakuta tungsten mine's production include Zhangyuan Tungsten, Zhongtung High-tech, and Xiamen Tungsten, among others [7][30].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" and maintained [7] Core Viewpoints - The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued a notice that the total control index for tungsten mining in the first batch of 2025 is set at 58,000 tons, a decrease of 4,000 tons or 6.5% compared to the same period last year [2][4] - The distribution of the 2025 mining indicators shows that Jiangxi, Hunan, and Henan provinces account for the highest proportions, with 37%, 27%, and 12% respectively, totaling 76% of the national indicators [10][12] - The supply of tungsten is expected to remain rigid due to policy constraints and resource limitations, with a significant focus on strategic resource allocation [10][12] Summary by Sections Mining Indicators - The 2025H1 tungsten mining indicator is 58,000 tons, down from 62,000 tons in 2024H1, with an annual quota of 114,000 tons [2][10] - No province has achieved a year-on-year increase in mining indicators except for Fujian, which saw a slight increase of 2 tons [10][12] - Jiangxi, Yunnan, Guangdong, and Guangxi have seen significant decreases in their mining indicators, with reductions of 2,370 tons, 400 tons, 266 tons, and 240 tons respectively [10][12] Policy and Supply Dynamics - The tightening of tungsten supply is a response to the current global strategic situation, with stricter controls on the supply of strategic resources like tungsten and rare earths [10][12] - Domestic mining operations are facing challenges due to long-term depletion and rising costs, with the average cost of domestic tungsten mining now at 80,000 to 90,000 yuan per ton [10][12] - New mining projects are expected to contribute limited output until after 2026 due to infrastructure and cost issues [10][12] Strategic Importance and Price Outlook - Tungsten is recognized as a strategic resource in China, with the country holding 53% of global tungsten reserves and producing 82% of the world's tungsten [10][12] - The report anticipates a long-term upward trend in tungsten prices due to resource depletion and increased costs, with historical price movements closely linked to global manufacturing activity [10][12] - The report suggests monitoring companies such as Zhongtung High-tech and Xiamen Tungsten for potential investment opportunities [10][12]

Group 1 - The first batch of tungsten mining quotas for 2025 is set at 58,000 tons, a decrease of approximately 6.45% compared to the previous year, indicating a tightening supply of tungsten resources [1][2] - The Chinese government will no longer issue total control indicators for small-scale tungsten mines starting in 2024, but companies must report their tungsten production [2] - Domestic tungsten production is expected to be around 88,500 tons in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 7.77%, which accounts for about 83% of global tungsten supply [3] Group 2 - Tungsten is recognized as a strategic resource with increasing demand due to its applications in military, aerospace, and electronics, alongside a recovering manufacturing sector [4] - The domestic manufacturing PMI index improved by 0.3 percentage points to 50.5% in March, indicating a gradual recovery in demand for tungsten-related products [4] - Recommended stocks benefiting from the tungsten market dynamics include Xiamen Tungsten (600549.SH) and China Tungsten High-Tech (000657.SZ) [1]

Core Viewpoint - Jiaxin International Resources Investment Co., Ltd. has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking its third attempt after previous failures [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Jiaxin International is a tungsten mining company based in Kazakhstan, focusing on the development of the Bakuta tungsten mine [2] - The Bakuta tungsten mine is recognized as the world's fourth-largest tungsten mine by resource volume, with a total mineral resource of 230,000 tons and the largest designed tungsten production capacity [2][3] Group 2: Financial Performance - Jiaxin International reported annual losses of HKD 94.45 million, HKD 80.129 million, and HKD 177 million from 2022 to 2024, accumulating over HKD 300 million in losses over three years [2] - Administrative expenses have shown a compound annual growth rate of 35.99%, with respective expenses of approximately HKD 40 million, HKD 70 million, and HKD 80 million during the same period [2] Group 3: Project Development - The Bakuta tungsten mine project has been in the exploration and development stage, with no confirmed revenue to date [2] - The project is expected to enter commercial production in the second quarter of 2025, with a targeted mining and mineral processing capacity of 3.3 million tons of tungsten ore for that year [3] Group 4: Shareholding Structure - The pre-listing shareholding structure of Jiaxin International includes significant stakeholders such as Jiangxi Copper (41.65%), Hengzhao International controlled by Liu Zijia (43.35%), and China Railway Construction (10%) [4]