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Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - The government is strengthening the enforcement of refined oil consumption tax collection and continuing to promote the reform of refined oil consumption tax, which is expected to increase the concentration of the refining and sales industries. Legal enterprises will face a fairer competitive environment, while illegal enterprises may be gradually eliminated [4][68][71]. - The reform of refined oil consumption tax will bring more intense market competition, forcing refineries and gas stations to improve service quality and operational efficiency. In the long term, this will contribute to the healthy development of the entire industry, improve resource allocation efficiency, and ultimately benefit consumers [71]. - Relevant investment targets include Sinopec/China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (600028.SH/0386.HK) and PetroChina/China National Petroleum Corporation (601857.SH/0857.HK) [8][71]. Summary by Directory 1. Refined Oil Consumption Tax Basic Situation 1.1 Summary Points of Refined Oil Consumption Tax - Consumption tax is an important tax in China's current tax system, aiming to regulate product structure, guide consumption direction, and ensure national fiscal revenue. China has been levying consumption tax on gasoline and diesel at the production stage since 1994 [11]. - The 2024 consumption tax reform aims to shift the collection link to the sales end and gradually transfer it to local governments, which is expected to accelerate the exit of backward refinery capacities and benefit state - owned refineries. However, there are difficulties in implementing this policy, such as affecting the profits of gas stations and increasing the requirements for national tax collection and management [11]. 1.2 Policy Innovations of Refined Oil Consumption Tax (2012 - 2024) - **2012 - 2013**: The State Administration of Taxation issued documents to strictly define the scope of refined oil consumption tax collection to prevent tax evasion by refineries through "name - changing sales". However, due to various reasons, the implementation effect was not obvious [14][17][18]. - **2018**: The State Administration of Taxation issued Document No. 1, which required all refined oil invoices to be issued through the refined oil invoice issuance module in the new VAT invoice management system. This policy forced some backward refinery capacities and illegal blending capacities to be eliminated [20][21][24]. - **2021**: The Ministry of Finance, the General Administration of Customs, and the State Administration of Taxation jointly issued an announcement to levy import - link consumption tax on some refined oil products, expanding the scope of refined oil consumption tax collection [33][34]. - **2023**: The Ministry of Finance and the State Administration of Taxation jointly issued an announcement to adjust the scope of refined oil consumption tax collection [36][37]. - **2024**: The Central Committee of the Communist Party of China proposed to shift the refined oil consumption tax collection link to the sales end and gradually transfer it to local governments. However, there are implementation difficulties, such as affecting gas station profits and increasing tax collection and management challenges [38]. 1.3 China's Refining Capacity Situation - In 2024, China's total refining capacity was about 955 million tons, showing a pattern of three major forces: central state - owned enterprises, other state - owned enterprises, and private refineries [39]. - After the implementation of the 2018 consumption tax new policy, the operating rate of Shandong local refineries decreased, and the gasoline price increased. Some high - cost refineries were forced to shut down, while some high - quality refineries turned to formal sales channels [40][41]. - Shandong plans to integrate and transfer the refining capacities of local refineries below 300 - 500 million tons by 2022 - 2025 and build large - scale refining integration projects [55]. 1.4 China's Gas Station Situation - In 2023, there were about 123,000 gas stations in China, mainly distributed in Shandong, Henan, Hebei, Guangdong and other regions. Among them, private gas stations numbered about 64,000, accounting for 52% of the total [58]. - In 2024, China's total refined oil consumption was 390 million tons, of which private gas stations sold about 100 million tons, accounting for 25% of the total consumption. State - owned oil companies' gas stations have higher single - station refueling volume and profitability [58]. 2. Major Event Updates of China's Strengthened Refined Oil Consumption Tax Reform in 2025 2.1 The Tax Evasion Incident of Liaoning Baolai Refinery in 2022 - Some enterprises in Panjin, Liaoning evaded refined oil consumption tax by changing the names of taxable refined oil products to non - taxable chemical products. The relevant enterprises were investigated and punished, and the relevant personnel were transferred to the judicial authorities [61]. 2.2 Increased Enforcement of Refined Oil Consumption Tax in 2025: Announcement of Multiple Tax Evasion Cases - In February 2025, tax authorities in Guangdong, Xinjiang, and Yunnan announced the investigation and punishment of three gas station tax evasion cases, including hiding sales revenue through "cheating modes" and non - compliant payment methods [62]. 2.3 The Tax Evasion Incident of Bohui Co., Ltd. in 2025 - After the tax policy change in June 2023, Bohui Co., Ltd. was required to pay consumption tax on its main product, heavy aromatics. In 2024, it was required to pay back taxes of nearly 500 million yuan. In February 2025, the company's controlling stake changed [64][65]. 2.4 China's Special Rectification Campaign Against Illegal Gas Stations in 2025 - From June to December 2025, China will carry out a special rectification campaign against illegal gas stations across the country to severely crack down on illegal refined oil production and sales [68]. 3. Investment Suggestions - The competition of private refineries with non - standard tax payment in the early stage will intensify. They need to improve production efficiency and reduce costs to enhance market competitiveness [71]. - Private gas stations will face greater challenges and direct competition with state - owned oil company gas stations [71]. - The competitiveness of state - owned oil companies will be enhanced, and their market share is expected to expand [71].

Group 1 - The upcoming price adjustment window on July 29 is seen as a potential turning point in the oil price battle, which may tilt the balance in favor of consumers for the first time this year [1][6] - Recent fluctuations in international oil prices have led to a significant drop in domestic oil prices, with a reduction of 130 yuan/ton easing the pressure from previous increases of nearly 835 yuan/ton [1][3] - The current situation in the oil market reflects a supply-demand imbalance, with OPEC's unexpected production increase and rising U.S. gasoline inventories contributing to a decline in Brent crude prices below $68 per barrel [2][4] Group 2 - If international oil prices drop by another $0.5 in the next week, it could lead to the first consecutive price drop of the year, potentially bringing 92-octane gasoline back to the "6 yuan era" [3][6] - The competitive landscape among gas stations is intensifying, with promotions such as "member day discounts" and "nighttime fuel discounts" being introduced to attract customers [3] - The price variations across different regions for 95-octane gasoline highlight the competitive dynamics, with prices ranging from 7.53 yuan in Xinjiang to 8.89 yuan in Hainan [2]

Group 1 - The company faced challenges due to a hidden location and strong competition, leading to a decline in customer visits [2] - The solution involved leveraging video platforms for online traffic, capitalizing on the high daily active users [3][4] - The company successfully converted online traffic into sales through promotional strategies, resulting in a 23% increase in gasoline sales and 5,800 orders in 11 days [5] Group 2 - The company identified the need for quality and affordable promotional products to address customer complaints about pricing [7][8] - A successful procurement strategy was implemented by sourcing products from Yiwu, leading to a 38% increase in recharge transactions [11][12] - The introduction of new products resulted in the sale of 13,000 items and a reduction in marketing expenses by approximately 80,000 yuan [12] Group 3 - The company recognized the shift towards electric vehicles and the need to adapt by developing a car maintenance service [13] - A cost-effective car cleaning service was launched, attracting over 500 new customers and generating additional revenue [14] - The company emphasized the importance of service quality and customer engagement in its transformation strategy [15]

Core Viewpoint - The training session emphasized that compliance with safety regulations and innovative management practices in the consumer economy will attract more customers, making lawful operation the only viable choice for business owners [1]. Group 1: Training Session Overview - The training session organized by the police aimed to enhance safety management in crowded venues and high-risk industries, with over 150 participants from hotels, internet cafes, KTVs, and gas stations [3]. - The police provided insights on relevant regulations, shared cases of violations, and facilitated discussions on best practices and lessons learned from both compliant and non-compliant operators [3][4]. Group 2: Key Focus Areas - The training covered critical topics such as real-name registration, the "five musts" for accommodating minors, prohibition of illegal activities, and fire safety measures [4]. - The police encouraged business owners to shift from passive to proactive management, enhancing their legal awareness and responsibility towards safety and compliance [4]. Group 3: Regulatory Measures - Business owners were urged to strictly implement their responsibilities and adhere to industry self-regulation, while local police stations were tasked with enforcing strict oversight and zero tolerance for illegal activities [4]. - A blacklist system will be established for violators, and regular reviews will be conducted to ensure compliance and rectify issues [4].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The first quarter results reflect a same-store gallon decline of 4.2%, impacted by temporal factors such as the non-repeating leap year and storms, accounting for almost half of the decline [10][11] - Retail margins were $0.02 per gallon higher in the first quarter compared to the prior year, with margins not compressed during the normal cycle of rising prices [12][13] - Cash flow from operations was $129 million in Q1, with total cash capital expenditure of $88 million, resulting in free cash flow of $41 million [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the nicotine category, same-store sales for non-combustible products were up over 7% for the quarter, while total nicotine contribution margin increased by 2.8% on a same-store basis [17] - Merchandise sales were negatively impacted by a 30 basis point headwind due to the absence of a $1 billion jackpot from the previous year [15] - Sales in the candy category were up 15% year-over-year, indicating strong performance in certain center store categories [15][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The retail price of fuel averaged between $2.75 and $2.80 per gallon, significantly lower than previous years, affecting customer behavior and loyalty [11][12] - The company noted an increase in middle to high-income customers, now representing almost half of the loyalty program membership base, indicating a shift in consumer demographics [21][42] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on enhancing store productivity and growth through new store openings, raze and rebuilds, and remodeling activities [31] - The strategy includes targeted promotions and loyalty programs to drive customer engagement and sales, particularly in the food and beverage categories [18][19] - The company plans for supply margins to normalize in the second half of 2025, anticipating a return to a more balanced supply-demand environment [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the resilience of the business model, stating it is inflation-proof and recession-resistant, with a focus on value-oriented customers [6][28] - The management highlighted that they are not pulling back on second-half guidance due to tariffs or supply chain uncertainties, indicating a stable outlook [30] - The company is optimistic about the impact of return-to-office mandates and sensible fuel economy regulations on long-term fuel demand [12] Other Important Information - The company added eight new stores in Q1, with ongoing construction of 18 new stores and 20 raze and rebuilds [24] - The effective income tax rate for Q1 was 14.1%, lower than the previous year's rate, due to recognition of energy tax credits [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Trends in inside sales - Management noted that non-nicotine categories showed improvement due to digital pricing and promotional effectiveness, with expectations for better performance in Q2 due to Easter [33][34] Question: Update on retail margins - Retail margins in April were $0.28 per gallon, with the marginal retailer facing similar cost headwinds, indicating a structural advantage for the company [36][37] Question: Growth in middle and high-income customers - The increase in higher-income customers is attributed to a broader recognition of value, with similar purchasing behavior across income cohorts [40][42] Question: Traffic trends and consumer behavior - Traffic was impacted by weather-related store closures, but management is focused on maintaining competitive pricing to drive traffic [59][60] Question: Store build pace - The company expects to remain second-half weighted for store openings this year, with plans for a more even pace in the following year [64] Question: Operating expenses and staffing - The company is seeing a record number of applications for staff positions, which is positively impacting wage rates and overtime costs [74][75]

Core Viewpoint - The tax authorities in China are intensifying their efforts to regulate the tax compliance of high-risk sectors, particularly focusing on online streamers and gas stations, leading to significant revenue recovery and industry normalization [1][2]. Group 1: Tax Compliance and Revenue Recovery - In 2024, the tax department conducted inspections on 169 online streamers, recovering a total of 899 million yuan in unpaid taxes [1]. - A total of 2,722 gas stations were inspected, resulting in the recovery of 5.789 billion yuan [1]. - The tax authorities identified and addressed tax fraud involving 61,800 enterprises, recovering 14.533 billion yuan in export tax refunds [1]. Group 2: Exposure and Deterrence Measures - The tax department has established a mechanism for exposing tax violations and promoting compliance, with over 100 typical tax violation cases publicly disclosed in 2024 [1]. - Among the disclosed cases, 10 involved online streamers, aiming to deter similar violations across the industry [1][2]. - A specific case involved the online streamer Le Chuan Qu, who was penalized 7.58 million yuan for tax evasion through concealing sales income and misclassifying income types [3].