1. Report Industry Investment Ratings - **Cautiously Bearish**: Crude oil, asphalt [1][4] - **Cautiously Bullish**: LPG (take profit on long positions), L, PP, PVC, PX, PTA, MEG, methanol, urea [1][2] - **Bullish**: Glass, soda ash [4] 2. Core Views of the Report - **Crude Oil**: Geopolitical risks lead to a short - term rebound in oil prices, but the pressure of oversupply is increasing, and the oil price trend remains downward. Suggest buying put options and shorting with a light position [1]. - **LPG**: Valuation is restored, downstream开工 rate drops. Be vigilant about the weakening of the cost - end oil price and take profit on long positions [1]. - **L**: Cost support improves, futures and spot prices rise together, and the basis weakens. The peak season starts slowly, and social inventory turns from falling to rising. Suggest buying on dips [1]. - **PP**: The oil price stabilizes and rebounds, and the chemical sector continues the optimistic sentiment. The supply is still under pressure in the future, but the absolute price is low with support at the bottom. Suggest short - term buying on dips [1]. - **PVC**: The prices of calcium carbide and semi - coke rise, and the cost support improves. Although the inventory is accumulating, the further decline space of the disk is limited. Suggest short - term long positions [1]. - **PX**: The supply - demand tight balance is expected to be loose, but the macro - policy bullish expectation is fulfilled. Short - term PX fluctuates strongly. Suggest holding long positions and selling put options [1]. - **PTA**: The supply - side pressure is expected to increase, while the demand shows signs of recovery. There are opportunities to go long at low levels. Suggest holding long positions and selling put options [2]. - **MEG**: Domestic and overseas supply changes are small, demand is expected to improve, inventory is low, and cost support exists. Suggest holding long positions and buying on dips [2]. - **Methanol**: The supply - side pressure increases, demand is weak, and inventory accumulates. Do not chase the rise, and focus on buying 01 contracts on dips and selling put options on 01 contracts [2]. - **Urea**: The fundamentals are weak, but there is cost support and export expectations. 01 long positions can be held cautiously, and call options can be sold [2]. - **Asphalt**: The oil price has room to compress, and the asphalt is under pressure above. Suggest shorting with a light position [4]. - **Glass**: The supply is under pressure, demand support is insufficient, and the inventory increases. It is recommended to wait and see [4]. - **Soda Ash**: The supply remains high, demand is mostly rigid, and the inventory accumulates. It is recommended to wait and see [4]. 3. Summaries by Variety Crude Oil - **Market Review**: Overnight international oil prices stabilized and rebounded. WTI rose 1.79%, Brent rose 1.49%, and SC rose 0.51% [5]. - **Basic Logic**: Geopolitical factors boost oil prices in the short term, but in the medium - and long - term, the support from the peak season weakens, and the pressure from OPEC+ production increase rises. The oil price may be pressed to around $60 [6]. - **Fundamentals**: Libya plans to increase production, India's oil imports decline, and US commercial crude inventories decrease [7]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Focus on the break - even point of shale oil new drilling around $60. Buy put options and short with a light position. Pay attention to the range of SC [480 - 500] [8]. LPG - **Market Review**: On August 25, the PG main contract closed at 4420 yuan/ton, up 0.64% month - on - month [10]. - **Basic Logic**: The cost - end oil price rebounds, the valuation is restored, and the main contract basis is at a normal level. The supply and demand are relatively balanced, and the trend mainly follows the oil price [11]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Be vigilant about the weakening of the cost - end oil price and take profit on long positions. Pay attention to the range of PG [4400 - 4500] [12]. L - **Market Review**: The L2601 contract closed at 7423 yuan/ton, up 43 yuan day - on - day [16]. - **Basic Logic**: Cost support improves, the peak season starts slowly, and social inventory turns from falling to rising. The demand side is strengthening, and there is an expectation of fundamental improvement [16]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Buy on dips. Pay attention to the range of L [7300 - 7500] [16] PP - **Market Review**: The PP2601 contract closed at 7074 yuan/ton, up 36 yuan day - on - day [20]. - **Basic Logic**: The oil price rebounds, the chemical sector is optimistic, but the supply is under pressure. The demand in the peak season starts, and the inventory at high levels drops. The supply - demand is loose in the medium - term, but the bottom is supported [21]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Short - term buying on dips. Pay attention to the range of PP [7000 - 7200] [21] PVC - **Market Review**: The V2601 contract closed at 5019 yuan/ton, up 19 yuan day - on - day [25]. - **Basic Logic**: The prices of calcium carbide and semi - coke rise, the cost support improves. The supply is expected to increase, and the inventory accumulates. The further decline space of the disk is limited [26]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Short - term long positions. Pay attention to the range of V [4950 - 5100] [26] PX - **Market Review**: On August 22, the PX spot price was 7014 (+125) yuan/ton, and the PX11 contract closed at 6966 (+8) yuan/ton [29]. - **Basic Logic**: The supply - side devices are slightly increasing production, the demand - side PTA device maintenance increases, and the supply - demand tight balance is expected to be loose. The PXN is not low, and short - term PX fluctuates strongly [30]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Hold long positions, pay attention to buying opportunities on dips, and sell put options. Pay attention to the range of PX511 [6950 - 7050] [31] PTA - **Market Review**: On August 22, the PTA spot price in East China was 4865 (+35) yuan/ton, and the TA01 contract closed at 4868 (+8) yuan/ton [33]. - **Basic Logic**: The supply - side device maintenance increases, the demand shows signs of recovery, and the inventory is slightly decreasing. The supply - side pressure is expected to increase in the future, and the demand is expected to improve [34]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Hold long positions, sell put options, and pay attention to buying opportunities on dips. Pay attention to the range of TA01 [4840 - 4920] [35] MEG - **Market Review**: On August 22, the ethylene glycol spot price in East China was 4512 (-6) yuan/ton, and the EG01 contract closed at 4474 (+1) yuan/ton [37]. - **Basic Logic**: Domestic devices slightly increase production, overseas devices change little, and the arrival and import are at low levels. The demand is expected to improve, and the inventory is low. The cost support exists [38]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Hold long positions and pay attention to buying opportunities on dips. Pay attention to the range of EG01 [4500 - 4550] [39] Methanol - **Market Review**: On August 22, the methanol spot price in East China was 2320 (-12) yuan/ton, and the main 01 contract closed at 2405 (-20) yuan/ton [40]. - **Basic Logic**: The supply - side pressure increases, the demand is weak, and the inventory accumulates. The cost is supported by coal [41]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Do not chase the rise, focus on buying 01 contracts on dips, and sell put options on 01 contracts. Pay attention to the range of MA01 [2390 - 2440] [42] Urea - **Market Review**: On August 22, the small - particle urea spot price in Shandong was 1740 (-20) yuan/ton, and the main contract closed at 1739 (-25) yuan/ton [44]. - **Basic Logic**: The supply is expected to be loose, the domestic demand is weak, but the export is good. The cost support exists, and the price fluctuates in a range [45]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Cautiously hold 01 long positions, and sell call options. Pay attention to the range of UR01 [1735 - 1765] [46] Asphalt - **Basic Logic**: The cost - end oil price is under pressure, the supply increases, and the demand decreases. The valuation is high [4]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Short with a light position [4] Glass - **Basic Logic**: The supply is under pressure, the demand support is insufficient, and the inventory increases [4]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Wait and see [4] Soda Ash - **Basic Logic**: The supply remains high, the demand is mostly rigid, and the inventory accumulates [4]. - **Strategy Recommendation**: Wait and see [4]

Report Industry Investment Ratings No relevant content was found in the provided reports. Core Views of the Reports Natural Rubber - The current market lacks a clear directional guide, with a mix of long and short factors. Prices are mainly fluctuating within a range, with the 01 contract's reference range being 15,000 - 16,500. Follow-up attention should be paid to the raw material supply situation during the peak production season in the main producing areas. If the raw material supply is smooth, consider shorting at high levels [1]. Glass and Soda Ash - Soda ash is trending weakly following its own fundamental logic. The overall demand has no growth expectation, and the inventory may face further pressure. It is recommended to try shorting at high levels. - Glass has a weak demand in the deep - processing sector, and the industry needs to clear excess capacity. The short - selling logic on the disk is not over, and previous high - level short positions can be held [3]. Logs - The log futures are expected to fluctuate between 800 - 850. It is recommended to mainly go long at low levels with reference to the 01 contract [4]. Industrial Silicon - The price of industrial silicon fluctuates widely. The cost center is expected to rise, and there are expectations of capacity clearance. It is recommended to try going long at low levels, with the main price fluctuation range being 8,000 - 9,500 yuan/ton [5]. Polysilicon - Polysilicon is still facing inventory accumulation pressure. It is expected to mainly fluctuate at high levels, with the price range's lower limit rising to 47,000 yuan/ton and the upper limit being 58,000 - 60,000 yuan/ton. It is recommended to try going long at low levels and consider buying put options to short at high levels when volatility is low [6]. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs Natural Rubber Spot Price and Basis - The price of Yunnan state - owned whole - latex rubber (SCRWF) in Shanghai decreased by 150 yuan/ton, a decline of 1.01%. The whole - latex basis (switched to the 2509 contract) decreased by 55 yuan/ton, a decline of 5.98%. - The price of Thai standard mixed rubber remained unchanged, and the non - standard price difference increased by 8.48% [1]. Monthly Spread - The 9 - 1 spread increased by 45 yuan/ton, a rise of 4.50%; the 1 - 5 spread decreased by 5 yuan/ton, a decline of 5.26%; the 5 - 9 spread decreased by 40 yuan/ton, a decline of 3.65% [1]. Fundamental Data - In June, Thailand's production increased by 44.23%, Indonesia's decreased by 12.03%, India's increased by 30.82%, and China's increased by 6.80%. - The weekly operating rates of semi - steel and all - steel tires increased. In July, domestic tire production decreased by 8.16%, while tire exports increased by 10.51%. - In June, the total import volume of natural rubber increased by 2.21%. In July, the import volume of natural and synthetic rubber increased by 5.00% [1]. Inventory Changes - The bonded area inventory decreased by 1.89%, while the factory - warehouse futures inventory of natural rubber on the SHFE increased by 10.02%. The inflow and outflow rates of dry rubber in Qingdao changed [1]. Glass and Soda Ash Glass - Related Prices and Spreads - The prices in North China, East China, Central China, and South China remained unchanged. The glass 2505 contract increased by 1.36%, and the glass 2509 contract increased by 1.42%. The 05 basis decreased by 151.8% [3]. Soda Ash - Related Prices and Spreads - The prices in North China, East China, Central China, and Northwest China remained unchanged. The soda ash 2505 contract increased by 1.25%, and the soda ash 2509 contract increased by 1.32%. The 05 basis decreased by 141.67% [3]. Supply - The operating rate of soda ash increased by 1.33%, and the weekly output increased by 1.33%. The daily melting volume of float glass and photovoltaic glass remained unchanged [3]. Inventory - The glass factory inventory increased by 0.28%, the soda ash factory inventory increased by 0.89%, and the soda ash delivery warehouse inventory increased by 6.37%. The number of days of soda ash inventory in glass factories remained unchanged [3]. Real Estate Data (YoY) - The new construction area increased by 0.09%, the construction area decreased by 2.43%, the completion area decreased by 0.03%, and the sales area decreased by 6.50% [3]. Logs Futures and Spot Prices - Log futures prices generally declined. The prices of various specifications of spot logs in ports remained mostly unchanged, and the outer - disk quotes remained unchanged [4]. Supply - The port shipping volume decreased by 1.51%, and the number of congested ships from New Zealand to China, Japan, and South Korea decreased by 11.32% [4]. Inventory - As of August 15, the national total inventory of coniferous logs was 3.06 million cubic meters, showing a continuous decline. The inventory in Shandong decreased by 3.74%, and that in Jiangsu increased by 5.95% [4]. Demand - As of August 15, the average daily log delivery volume was 63,300 cubic meters, remaining basically flat [4]. Industrial Silicon Spot Price and Main Contract Basis - The price of East China's oxygen - passing SI5530 industrial silicon remained unchanged. The basis of different specifications changed, with some decreasing significantly [5]. Monthly Spread - The 2509 - 2510 spread increased by 20.00%, and the 2511 - 2512 spread decreased by 1.45%, etc. [5]. Fundamental Data (Monthly) - The national industrial silicon production increased by 3.23%, and the operating rate increased by 2.47%. The production and operating rates of different regions changed. The production of organic silicon DMC decreased by 4.54%, while that of polysilicon increased by 5.10% [5]. Inventory Changes - The inventory in Xinjiang, Yunnan, and Sichuan factories increased slightly, while the social inventory decreased by 0.37%, and the order inventory decreased by 0.23% [5]. Polysilicon Spot Price and Basis - The average prices of N - type polysilicon raw materials remained unchanged, while the prices of N - type silicon wafers, battery cells, and components increased slightly. The N - type material basis increased by 4.94% [6]. Futures Price and Monthly Spread - The main contract decreased by 0.24%. The monthly spreads between different contracts changed, with some increasing and some decreasing [6]. Fundamental Data (Weekly and Monthly) - The weekly silicon wafer production increased by 1.57%, and the polysilicon production decreased by 0.68%. The monthly polysilicon production increased by 5.10%, and the import volume increased by 47.48% [6]. Inventory Changes - The polysilicon inventory increased by 2.89%, and the silicon wafer inventory decreased by 12.07% [6].

Policy Directions - The two main policy directions for the second half of the year are anti-involution and expanding domestic demand, aimed at stabilizing price levels[1] - Anti-involution policies are expected to further expand in industries like steel, cement, and photovoltaics, with potential governance in other sectors such as lithium batteries[1] Economic Indicators - Recent high-frequency indicators show a weakening in both supply and demand, with production rates for asphalt, cement, and rebar declining[1] - The national average operating rate for asphalt companies was 30.7%, down 2.2 percentage points week-on-week, but up 15.8% year-on-year[9] - The average operating rate for electric furnaces was 62.82%, a decrease of 0.64 percentage points week-on-week, with a year-on-year increase of 24.1%[12] Production and Prices - The average daily crude steel production in early August was 2.074 million tons, an increase of 92,000 tons from late July, with a year-on-year growth of 3.5%[72] - Cement production last week was 13.337 million tons, down 2.979 million tons week-on-week, but up 1.1% year-on-year[92] - The average price of cement in East China was 433 RMB/ton, up 15 RMB/ton week-on-week, while in Southwest China, it was 460 RMB/ton, up 17 RMB/ton[100] Market Risks - Key risks include geopolitical tensions, domestic policy implementation falling short of expectations, global recession, and major economies' monetary policies exceeding expectations[2]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No information provided in the document about the report industry investment rating. 2. Report's Core View - The macro - environment is generally favorable for commodities. Overseas, Powell's dovish signal strengthens the market's interest - rate cut expectation, and the July S&P Global Manufacturing PMI exceeds expectations. Domestically, although the July domestic demand data is still weak, the market's pessimistic expectation of deflation has changed. However, the fundamentals of both raw materials and finished products are weakening, which suppresses the upward movement of the market. Overall, the steel market is expected to show a range - bound pattern [3]. - The supply of iron ore first increases and then stabilizes. The high demand for hot metal is maintained, but the downstream terminal demand is weak, and the inventory is accumulating. The short - term supply of coking coal is relatively loose, and the premium retracement supports the iron ore price. In the short term, the iron ore price is expected to be mainly range - bound [18]. - The details of the "anti - involution" policy need time to be introduced, and the macro - sentiment may fluctuate. The far - month production of coking coal may be restricted by over - production inspections and the 276 - working - day policy. The current main contract has a large open interest, and the long - short game is intense. Attention should be paid to the performance of finished product demand in the peak season, the production changes of coking coal mines, and the implementation effect of macro - policies [30]. - Driven by profit, the production of ferroalloys is gradually increasing, reaching a high level in the same period of the past five years, with great supply pressure. With the production restrictions on some steel mills before the parade and no obvious improvement in demand, the ferroalloy inventory may change from destocking to stocking. The price of ferroalloys is affected by the price of coking coal, and in the long - term, the valuation trend of coking coal is upward, but the short - term fluctuation is intense [48]. - The supply of soda ash is expected to remain high, and normal maintenance continues. The demand for soda ash is expected to be weak, and the upper - middle stream inventory continues to reach a new high. The cost of raw salt and coal has increased. The pattern of strong supply and weak demand for soda ash remains unchanged [57]. - The near - end trading of glass returns to the industry. After Hubei reduces the price, the production and sales situation improves. The policy expectation fluctuates, and the market sentiment also fluctuates. The supply of glass is stable, and the cumulative apparent demand from January to August is estimated to decline by 7%. The mid - stream inventory is at a high level, and the spot negative feedback continues. Attention should be paid to policy guidance and short - term sentiment changes [83]. 3. Summary by Related Catalogs Steel - **Macro and Fundamental Analysis**: Overseas macro - drivers are upward, and domestic deflation pessimism has changed. However, steel has a high - supply pressure with super - seasonal inventory accumulation. Raw material fundamentals are weakening, but the overall inventory of finished products is not high, and the total demand is acceptable. The market is expected to be range - bound [3]. - **Price Data**: On August 25, 2025, the closing prices of rebar 01, 05, and 10 contracts were 3224, 3261, and 3138 yuan/ton respectively; the closing prices of hot - rolled coil 01, 05, and 10 contracts were 3377, 3388, and 3389 yuan/ton respectively [4]. - **Spot Price and Basis**: The rebar summary price in China on August 25, 2025, was 3354 yuan/ton, and the 01 rebar basis in Shanghai was 86 yuan/ton. The hot - rolled coil summary price in Shanghai was 3430 yuan/ton, and the 01 hot - rolled coil basis in Shanghai was 53 yuan/ton [8]. Iron Ore - **Supply - Demand and Price Outlook**: Supply first increases and then stabilizes, demand for hot metal is high but terminal demand is weak with inventory accumulation. Coking coal supply supports the price. In the short term, the price is expected to be range - bound [18]. - **Price Data**: On August 25, 2025, the closing prices of iron ore 01, 05, and 09 contracts were 787, 763, and 806.5 yuan/ton respectively. The price of Rizhao PB powder was 780 yuan/ton [19]. - **Fundamental Data**: On August 22, 2025, the daily average hot - metal output was 240.75 tons, the 45 - port port clearance volume was 325.74 tons, and the 45 - port inventory was 13845.2 tons [24]. Coking Coal and Coke - **Market Analysis**: The "anti - involution" policy details are pending, and the macro - sentiment may fluctuate. The far - month production of coking coal may be restricted. The main contract has a large open interest, and the long - short game is intense. Attention should be paid to multiple factors [30]. - **Price and Basis Data**: On August 25, 2025, the coking coal warehouse - receipt cost in Tangshan (Meng 5) was 1128 yuan/ton, and the main - contract basis was - 88 yuan/ton. The coke warehouse - receipt cost in Rizhao Port (wet - quenched) was 1616 yuan/ton, and the main - contract basis was - 120.4 yuan/ton [35]. - **Spot Price and Profit**: The ex - factory price of Anze low - sulfur main coking coal was 1470 yuan/ton, and the immediate coking profit was 397 yuan/ton [36]. Ferroalloys - **Market Situation**: Driven by profit, production is increasing, with high supply pressure. With production restrictions on steel mills and no obvious demand improvement, inventory may change from destocking to stocking. The price is affected by coking coal [48]. - **Data of Ferrosilicon and Ferromanganese**: On August 25, 2025, the ferrosilicon basis in Ningxia was 8 yuan/ton, and the ferromanganese basis in Inner Mongolia was 268 yuan/ton [49][51]. Soda Ash - **Market Analysis**: Supply is expected to remain high, demand is weak, and the upper - middle stream inventory is at a new high. The cost of raw salt and coal has increased, and the pattern of strong supply and weak demand remains unchanged [57]. - **Price Data**: On August 25, 2025, the closing price of the soda ash 05 contract was 1393 yuan/ton, and the 5 - 9 month spread was 167 yuan/ton [58]. - **Spot Price**: The heavy - soda market price in North China was 1350 yuan/ton, and the heavy - soda to light - soda price difference was 100 yuan/ton [62]. Glass - **Market Analysis**: The near - end trading returns to the industry. After Hubei reduces the price, production and sales improve. Policy expectations and market sentiment fluctuate. Supply is stable, and the cumulative apparent demand from January to August is estimated to decline by 7%. The mid - stream inventory is high, and the spot negative feedback continues [83]. - **Price and Month - Spread Data**: On August 25, 2025, the closing price of the glass 05 contract was 1280 yuan/ton, and the 5 - 9 month spread was 281 yuan/ton [84]. - **Production and Sales Data**: On August 24, 2025, the production and sales rate in Shahe was 110%, and in Hubei was 131% [85].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [1] Core Views - The construction materials industry is showing signs of improvement despite being under pressure. Leading companies in consumer building materials are beginning to collaborate on price increases, indicating a stabilization in competition. The profitability of companies like Sankeshu is improving due to better product structure and reduced costs. The industry is transitioning from a downturn to a recovery phase, with expectations of improved profitability across various categories in the second half of the year [3][4] - The cement sector is expected to see a price increase as it enters the peak season, with July's cement production at 146 million tons, down 5.6% year-on-year. The glass industry is facing a downward trend in demand, with prices continuing to decline due to supply-demand imbalances [4][8] - The report highlights key companies to watch, including Dongfang Yuhong, Sankeshu, Beixin Building Materials, and Tubao for consumer building materials, and Conch Cement and Huaxin Cement for the cement sector. In the glass sector, Qibin Group is noted for its performance [3][4] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The construction materials industry index increased by 2.91% in the past week, ranking 8th among 31 sub-industry indices [5] - The closing point for the industry was 5240.54, with a 52-week high of 5240.54 and a low of 3435.69 [1] Cement Sector - The cement market is entering a peak season, with prices expected to rise in September. The production in July was 146 million tons, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 5.6% [4][8] - The implementation of policies to limit overproduction is anticipated to enhance capacity utilization in the cement industry [4] Glass Sector - The glass market is experiencing a continuous decline in demand, with prices dropping 1-4 RMB per weight box across various regions. The industry is facing significant inventory pressure [14] - The report suggests that the "anti-involution" sentiment has led to a significant drop in futures prices, with limited improvement in downstream demand [14] Key Company Announcements - Sankeshu reported a revenue of 5.816 billion RMB for the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 0.97%, with a net profit of 436 million RMB, up 107.53% [18] - Zhongcai Technology achieved a revenue of 13.331 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 26%, with a net profit of 999 million RMB, up 115% [18] - Beixin Building Materials reported a revenue of 13.56 billion RMB, a slight decline of 0.3%, with a net profit of 1.93 billion RMB, down 12.9% [19][20]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the significance of western development for national economic growth, national defense, and energy security, especially following recent projects like the Yaxia water conservancy hub and the establishment of the Xinjiang Railway Company [2] - The report indicates that the progress of key projects in western development is expected to accelerate, leading to a positive outlook for leading companies in this sector [2] Group 2 - Cement companies in East China have begun implementing staggered production, with a reduction of 50% over 15 days in August, which is earlier than the previous year's schedule [3] - The price increase for cement is anticipated to be supported by the improved production conditions and limited external impacts from staggered production plans in regions like Hubei and Chongqing [3] Group 3 - There is a slight improvement in cement demand, with national and regional shipping rates showing a marginal increase, while the average price of cement has risen by 2.3 yuan per ton [4] - The price of float glass has decreased, indicating a rise in supply, while the average price of fiberglass has also seen a decline [4] Group 4 - The report suggests a focus on new directions for transformation, recommending companies like Zhite New Materials, Quartz Shares, and Planet Graphite, while also highlighting the importance of maintaining a strong market position in the building materials sector [5] - It emphasizes the need to identify companies with improving supply-demand dynamics, particularly those with high dividends and international expansion strategies [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the construction materials industry, indicating a positive outlook compared to the broader market [3][4]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the potential for price elasticity in bulk construction materials, particularly in the context of seasonal demand and production adjustments in the East China cement sector [25][27]. - The ongoing development in the western regions of China is highlighted as a significant driver for economic growth, with key projects expected to accelerate, thus benefiting leading companies in the sector [23][25]. - Recent production adjustments by cement companies, including staggered production schedules and price increases, are expected to support price stability and potential growth in the construction materials market [25][27]. Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Overview - The construction materials sector saw a 2.6% increase last week, underperforming the CSI 300 index by 1.6 percentage points. Year-to-date, the sector has risen by 10.1%, outperforming the index by approximately 3.3 percentage points [15][21]. - Cement prices have shown a slight increase, with the national average price at 348 RMB/ton, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 2.3 RMB/ton [21][27]. 2. High-Frequency Data - Cement demand has stabilized, with a national average shipment rate of 46% as of August 22, showing a slight week-on-week improvement [21][27]. - The average price of float glass has decreased to 1,206 RMB/ton, with inventory levels rising slightly [32][36]. - The price of glass fiber remains stable, with the average price for non-alkali glass fiber yarn at 3,400 RMB/ton [36][37]. 3. Cost Side - The prices of most raw materials have decreased year-on-year, which is expected to positively impact the profitability of companies in the construction materials sector [39][41].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the building materials sector, highlighting potential opportunities in both "grouping" and "switching" strategies within the industry [2][11]. Core Insights - The building materials market is experiencing a shift in focus, with technology stocks gaining momentum while the building materials sector presents viable options for investment [2]. - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring production capacity and quality improvements in key segments such as electronic fabrics and Q fabrics, which are expected to see increased demand due to advancements in AI and PCB technologies [3][4]. - The report identifies a growing confidence in infrastructure projects in regions like Xinjiang and Tibet, driven by government investments and the necessity of transportation infrastructure [11][12]. - The consumer building materials segment is showing signs of recovery, with expectations of improved revenue performance as the market stabilizes [24][25]. Summary by Sections Grouping in Building Materials - The electronic fabric sector is expected to maintain its performance, with leading companies like Zhongcai Technology reporting strong sales and production growth [3]. - The AI industry's production expectations are advancing, with key suppliers anticipating increased output of Q fabrics by the end of the year [4]. - The report highlights the importance of monitoring the production capacity and quality of Q fabrics, which will determine the actual supply capabilities of companies [4]. Switching in Building Materials - Infrastructure projects in Xinjiang and Tibet are gaining traction, with significant government backing and a strong demand for cement due to the region's unique geographical advantages [11][12]. - The consumer building materials sector is entering a recovery phase, with sales and construction data indicating a bottoming out of the market [13][14]. - The report notes that the cement industry is poised for potential growth, driven by policy improvements and governance enhancements [15][29]. Cement Industry - The cement sector is entering a peak season, but market performance remains subdued due to high comparative bases from the previous year [29][30]. - The report emphasizes the importance of policy measures to limit overproduction in the cement industry, which could enhance profitability [30][33]. - Companies like Conch Cement and Huaxin Cement are highlighted for their strong cash flow and potential for shareholder returns [34][38]. Glass Industry - The float glass market is experiencing price stabilization, with environmental regulations expected to impact production costs [40][41]. - The report indicates that the glass industry is facing cash flow challenges, with many companies operating at a loss [42]. - Companies like Xinyi Glass are expected to maintain competitive positions despite market pressures, with a focus on improving operational efficiency [43]. Photovoltaic Glass - The photovoltaic glass segment is seeing a decline in inventory levels, with prices remaining stable amid increased demand from downstream component manufacturers [48]. - The report notes that while domestic prices are under pressure, overseas markets are performing better, which could benefit leading companies in the sector [49]. Fiberglass - The fiberglass market is characterized by a divergence in production and sales, with electronic fabrics maintaining a favorable outlook [50].

Group 1: Industrial Production - Overall industrial production in China remains stable, with daily pig iron output and steel plate production increasing week-on-week[1] - The operating rate of some chemical products has improved, while the operating rate of float glass remains stable compared to last week[1] - The operating rates for polyester in textiles and weaving industries have shown seasonal recovery[1] Group 2: Real Estate - New home sales in 30 major cities decreased by 12.5% year-on-year as of August 22, 2025, but improved by 6.1 percentage points compared to the previous month[1] - The second-hand housing listing price index fell by 0.37% week-on-week as of August 11, 2025[1] Group 3: Domestic Demand - Movie box office revenue averaged 176.7 million yuan per day, up 14.9% year-on-year as of August 22, 2025[1] - Retail sales of automobiles increased by 2% year-on-year from August 1-17, 2025, compared to a 7% increase in July[1] - The volume of postal express deliveries grew by 13.5% year-on-year as of August 17, 2025, although it has slightly declined from the previous week[1] Group 4: External Demand - Port cargo throughput increased by 5.4% year-on-year as of August 17, 2025, while container throughput rose by 5.0%[1] - The export container freight rate index decreased by 1.5% week-on-week, indicating a downward trend in shipping costs[1] Group 5: Price Trends - The Nanhua Industrial Index fell by 0.7%, with the black raw materials index dropping by 2.0% this week[1] - Futures prices for rebar decreased by 2.2%, while spot prices fell by 1.5%[1] - Coking coal futures prices dropped by 5.5%, although spot prices in Shanxi rose by 0.3%[1]

Core Viewpoint - Jinjing Technology has established itself as an innovative benchmark in the domestic glass industry, achieving significant technological breakthroughs and setting global records in ultra-white glass production [1][2]. Group 1: Technological Innovations - Jinjing Technology's ultra-white glass is known for its exceptional quality, with iron content only 1/10 that of ordinary glass, and a self-explosion rate as low as 0.01%, compared to 0.1% for traditional glass [1]. - The company has developed a multi-step kiln design that enhances circulation and effectively removes bubbles, achieving a defect rate of only one per 20 square meters of glass [1]. - The temperature control during the glass forming process is maintained within ±0.5°C, ensuring high-quality production [1]. Group 2: Market Position and Achievements - Jinjing Technology broke the import monopoly by producing China's first ultra-white glass 20 years ago and has since continuously challenged size limits, currently aiming for a single piece length of 30 meters [2]. - The company has improved the light transmittance of its glass to 92% through cold repair technology and has developed TCO conductive glass, which is essential for third-generation photovoltaic solar cells [2]. - Jinjing Technology has positioned itself as a major supplier of TCO conductive glass in China, leveraging its technological advantages in the new energy and smart technology sectors [2].