Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" as the industry index is expected to outperform the benchmark [126]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the recent easing of trade disputes between the US and China, along with better-than-expected US inflation data, has improved market sentiment and supported oil prices. Brent crude oil prices increased to $65.41 per barrel, reflecting a week-on-week rise of $1.50 [15]. - The refining sector has seen a price increase in refined products due to the easing of tariffs and improved demand, particularly in petrochemical products like styrene and MMA, which have experienced significant price increases [51][84]. - The report indicates that the domestic price difference for key refining projects is 2422.43 CNY/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 89.11 CNY/ton (3.82%), while the international price difference is 1125.10 CNY/ton, up 63.39 CNY/ton (5.97%) [2]. Summary by Sections Refining Sector - The report notes that the Brent crude oil price averaged $65.36 per barrel, with a week-on-week increase of 6.23%. The EIA reported a decrease in US crude oil inventories, which contributed to the fluctuations in oil prices [15]. - The domestic market for diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel has seen average prices of 6852.00 CNY/ton, 7934.80 CNY/ton, and 6005.67 CNY/ton respectively, with varying changes in price differentials against crude oil [15]. Chemical Sector - The report indicates that the prices of petrochemical products have generally risen due to the easing of trade tensions. For instance, the price of pure benzene increased to 5907.14 CNY/ton, reflecting a rise of 242.86 CNY/ton [51]. - The report also highlights that the price of MMA has increased due to supply reductions from maintenance activities, with the average price reaching 10360.71 CNY/ton [67]. Polyester Sector - The report mentions that the prices of PX, PTA, and MEG have risen significantly due to supply constraints and increased demand from downstream industries. The average price of PX is reported at 6119.88 CNY/ton, up 676.46 CNY/ton [84][88]. - The report notes that the polyester filament market has seen a significant increase in sales volume, driven by improved demand from downstream weaving enterprises [92]. Market Performance of Major Refining Companies - The report tracks the stock performance of six major refining companies, with notable increases in stock prices for companies like Rongsheng Petrochemical (+0.82%) and Hengli Petrochemical (+2.04%) over the past week [113]. - Over the past month, the stock price of Dongfang Shenghong has increased by 15.34%, indicating strong market performance [113].

Core Viewpoint - The legal opinion letter from Guangdong Xinda Law Firm confirms the legality of the 2024 annual general meeting of Rongsheng Petrochemical Co., Ltd., including the procedures for convening, holding, and voting at the meeting [2][3][4]. Group 1: Meeting Procedures - The annual general meeting was convened based on a resolution from the company's sixth board of directors meeting held on April 24, 2025, and the notice was published on April 25, 2025 [3][4]. - The meeting was held on May 16, 2025, at the specified location and time, with both on-site voting and online voting conducted as planned [3][4]. Group 2: Attendance and Voting - A total of 13 shareholders attended the meeting, representing 7,287,350,285 shares, which is 76.1296% of the total voting rights [6]. - Online voting was conducted with 340 shareholders participating, representing 149,895,139 shares, or 1.5659% of the total voting rights [6]. Group 3: Voting Results - The voting results showed overwhelming support for the proposed resolutions, with the majority of votes in favor exceeding 99% for several resolutions [7][8][11]. - Specific resolutions received votes such as 7,434,178,069 shares in favor (99.9588%) and 2,357,442 shares against (0.0317%) [7]. - The voting process adhered to the relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the legitimacy of the results [18].

交易咨询业务资格：证监许可【2012】1091号 沥青期货早报 2025年5月16日 大越期货投资咨询部 金泽彬 从业资格证号：F3048432 投资咨询证：Z0015557 联系方式：0575-85226759 1 重要提示：本报告非期货交易咨询业务项下服务，其中的观点和信息仅作参考之用，不构成对任何人的投资建议 。 我司不会因为关注、收到或阅读本报告内容而视相关人员为客户；市场有风险，投资需谨慎。 目 录 1 每日观点 2 基本面/持仓数据 每日观点 供给端来看，根据隆众，2025年5月份国内沥青总计划排产量为231.8万吨，环比增幅1.3%。本 周国内石油沥青样本产能利用率为29.2426%，环比增加0.419个百分点，全国样本企业出货 22.83万吨，环比减少21.57%,样本企业产量为48.8万吨，环比增加1.46%,样本企业装置检修量 预估为72.7万吨，环比减少4.21%,本周炼厂有所增产，提升供应压力。下周或将减少供给压力 需求端来看，重交沥青开工率为28.8%，环比增加0.02个百分点，低于历史平均水平；建筑沥青 开工率为18.2%，环比持平，低于历史平均水平；改性沥青开工率为8.6262% ...

Group 1: Company Performance and Financials - The company reported a revenue of over 200 million in Q1 2025, primarily for project preparation and operational expenses [2] - The significant increase in inventory in Q1 2025 was due to preparations for new projects [2][3] - Management expenses in 2024 decreased significantly as the losses from Shenzhen Yunfang were no longer included in the consolidated statements [3] Group 2: Business Strategy and Market Position - The company focuses on the research, production, and sales of road asphalt materials, with no plans to diversify into other main businesses [2][3] - Core competitive advantages include product and brand reliability, technological innovation, and service capabilities [4] - The company aims to leverage industry recovery and structural market growth opportunities for sustainable development [5] Group 3: Industry Outlook - The asphalt industry is expected to see growth due to increasing demand from infrastructure projects supported by government policies [4] - The company is positioned to meet market demands effectively through improved management and operational flexibility [5]

Group 1: CPI and PPI Analysis - In April 2025, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) decreased by 0.1% year-on-year, remaining unchanged from the previous month[11] - The CPI increased by 0.1% month-on-month, reversing a previous decline of 0.4%[12] - Energy prices fell by 4.8% year-on-year, with gasoline prices dropping by 10.4%, contributing approximately 0.38 percentage points to the CPI decline[13] - The Producer Price Index (PPI) decreased by 2.7% year-on-year, with the decline widening by 0.2 percentage points compared to the previous month[11] Group 2: Economic Implications and Policy Outlook - The low inflation environment provides room for policy adjustments, with both monetary and fiscal policies expected to be more proactive[4] - The decline in oil prices has led to a decrease in domestic prices across related industries, impacting overall economic stability[4] - The core CPI, excluding food and energy, rose by 0.5%, indicating stable demand despite the overall CPI decline[14] - The report suggests that the current economic conditions allow for a more aggressive macroeconomic policy response to external uncertainties[30] Group 3: Risks and Market Considerations - Potential risks include worsening geopolitical events, changes in international financial conditions, and unexpected shifts in US-China policies[5] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring external factors that could impact domestic economic performance and inflation trends[30]

美国能源信息署（EIA）数据显示，最新一周美国成品油库存总量下降至2005年4月以来的最低水平。 ...

Group 1: Industry Performance - The chemical sector indices showed positive performance with the chemical raw materials index rising by 2.72%, chemical machinery index by 2.81%, pharmaceutical index by 0.65%, and pesticide and fertilizer index by 1.42% [1] - In the oil sector, the oil processing index increased by 0.86%, oil extraction index by 1.19%, while the oil trading index decreased by 4.56% [1] Group 2: Commodity Prices - International crude oil prices rebounded, with WTI settling at $61.02 per barrel, up 4.68% from May 2, and Brent at $63.91 per barrel, up 4.27% [1] - The top five rising petrochemical products included liquid chlorine up 134.15%, polymer MDI up 5.02%, sulfur up 3.90%, urea up 3.46%, and PTA up 3.40% [1] - The top five declining petrochemical products included aluminum fluoride down 7.37%, cyclohexanone down 6.92%, cracked carbon five down 6.12%, aniline down 5.64%, and paraffin down 5.14% [1] Group 3: Capital Market Performance - The top five performing listed chemical companies in the capital market included Runbei Hangke up 31.17%, Hengtian Hailong up 23.61%, Yuzhong Sanxia A up 23.18%, Asia-Pacific Industry up 21.26%, and Tongyi Zhong up 21.20% [2] - The top five declining listed chemical companies included Aiai Precision down 12.61%, Guangju Energy down 11.76%, Hongbaoli down 10.45%, Jiaao Environmental Protection down 9.11%, and Lafang Cosmetics down 7.75% [2]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint highlights the significant economic impact of the environmental assessment reform in Hohhot, with China Petroleum Hohhot Petrochemical Company processing 4.35 million tons of crude oil and contributing nearly 9 billion in taxes to the local government [1] - The approval process for construction projects has been streamlined, reducing approval time by 30% through a flat approval process and online submissions, which enhances efficiency and supports economic development [1][2] - The Hohhot Ecological Environment Bureau has shifted its service philosophy to improve approval functions, implementing tiered and bundled approvals, and utilizing information technology to enhance processing efficiency [1][2] Group 2 - The Hohhot Ecological Environment Bureau is focusing on key projects, establishing service platforms, and managing project ledgers to expedite the approval process for major projects [2] - The bureau has introduced exemptions for six types of construction projects with minor environmental impacts, effectively reducing the burden on enterprises [2] - Future efforts will concentrate on addressing the pain points and bottlenecks in the approval process, aiming to optimize procedures and simplify documentation to enhance the business environment while ensuring ecological protection [2]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" as the industry index is expected to outperform the benchmark [116] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights that the recent decline in raw material prices has led to an improvement in the price spread of polyolefins [1] - The Brent crude oil average price for the week ending May 9, 2025, was $61.53 per barrel, reflecting a decrease of 3.94% [2] - The report indicates that the price spread for domestic key refining projects was 2357.39 CNY/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 55.96 CNY/ton (2.43%) [2] Summary by Sections Refining Sector - International oil prices have rebounded slightly due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a downward revision of U.S. oil production forecasts by the EIA [12] - Domestic and international refined oil prices have generally decreased, with domestic diesel, gasoline, and aviation kerosene averaging 6831.00 CNY/ton, 7978.00 CNY/ton, and 5914.00 CNY/ton respectively [12] Chemical Sector - Most chemical product prices have declined, but olefin product prices have shown relative resilience, with price spreads slightly improving [1] - Polyethylene and polypropylene prices have remained stable, with price spreads widening [46] - The report notes a slight decrease in EVA product prices, with an improvement in price spreads [46] Polyester Sector - The report mentions a slight improvement in polyester demand due to easing U.S. tariff issues [1] - PX product prices have decreased, but the decline is less than that of costs, leading to a widening price spread [76] - PTA prices have increased due to supply-side support, with the average price at 4542.86 CNY/ton [82] Market Performance of Major Refining Companies - The stock price changes for six major refining companies as of May 9, 2025, include Rongsheng Petrochemical (+2.88%), Hengli Petrochemical (+2.35%), and Dongfang Shenghong (+2.61%) [103] - Over the past month, the stock price of Dongfang Shenghong has increased by 12.73% [103] Price Spread Analysis - The domestic key refining project price spread has increased by 1.66% since January 4, 2020, while the international key refining project price spread has increased by 11.83% [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the oil processing industry, consistent with the previous rating [1]. Core Insights - Oil prices have shown a rebound due to optimistic macroeconomic expectations and heightened geopolitical tensions, with Brent and WTI prices reaching $63.91 and $61.02 per barrel respectively as of May 9, 2025 [7][29]. - The OPEC+ group has accelerated production increases, adding 411,000 barrels per day, which has reinforced market expectations of oversupply [7]. - The report highlights the performance of the oil and petrochemical sector, with the sector rising by 0.95% compared to a 2.00% increase in the CSI 300 index [8]. Oil Price Overview - As of May 9, 2025, Brent crude futures settled at $63.91 per barrel, up $2.62 (+4.27%) from the previous week, while WTI crude futures rose to $61.02 per barrel, an increase of $2.73 (+4.68%) [29]. - The Urals crude price remained stable at $65.49 per barrel, while ESPO crude increased by $1.83 (+3.16%) to $59.68 per barrel [29]. Offshore Drilling Services - The number of global offshore self-elevating drilling platforms reached 383, an increase of 2 from the previous week, while floating drilling platforms decreased to 137, down by 2 [38]. U.S. Oil Supply - U.S. crude oil production was reported at 13.367 million barrels per day, a decrease of 98,000 barrels from the previous week [54]. - The number of active drilling rigs in the U.S. fell to 474, down by 5, and the number of fracturing fleets decreased to 195, down by 6 [54][46]. U.S. Oil Demand - U.S. refinery crude processing averaged 16.071 million barrels per day, a slight decrease of 7,000 barrels from the previous week, with a refinery utilization rate of 89.00%, up 0.4 percentage points [65]. U.S. Oil Inventory - Total U.S. crude oil inventories stood at 837 million barrels, a decrease of 1.452 million barrels (-0.17%) from the previous week [74]. - Strategic oil reserves increased by 580,000 barrels (+0.15%) to 399 million barrels, while commercial crude inventories decreased by 2.032 million barrels (-0.46%) to 438 million barrels [74]. Related Companies - Key companies mentioned include China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), and China National Petroleum Corporation (PetroChina) [1].