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东兴证券:消费结构改善叠加新兴需求爆发 全球铯铷盐需求曲线或持续右移
Zhi Tong Cai Jing· 2025-09-30 01:48
Core Viewpoint - The global cesium and rubidium salt market is entering a rapid expansion phase, with supply and demand expected to rise simultaneously. The supply side is driven by the expansion of cesium and rubidium salt production by companies like Zhongjin Resources and Jinyinhai, while demand is fueled by the upgrading of consumption structure and emerging applications in various sectors [1][2]. Supply and Demand Analysis - The projected global supply of cesium and rubidium salts from 2025 to 2027 is expected to be 2210 tons, 3135 tons, and 4550 tons respectively, while demand is forecasted to be 2446 tons, 3166 tons, and 4600 tons, indicating a supply-demand imbalance of -256 tons, -30 tons, and -50 tons for the respective years [1]. - The supply of rubidium is currently limited, with a global production cap of no more than 40 tons in 2024, which constrains market demand and application development [2][5]. Consumption Structure - In 2020, the global cesium consumption was 2400 tons, with the United States (960 tons, 40%), China (800 tons, 33%), and Japan (300 tons, 14%) being the top consumers. The U.S. primarily uses cesium in high-tech sectors, while China's consumption is still heavily weighted towards traditional applications [2]. - The demand for cesium in China is expected to grow significantly, with projections indicating a total demand of 1016 tons by 2025, a 27% increase from 2020 [3]. Emerging Demand Drivers - The demand for cesium and rubidium salts is expected to surge due to new applications such as perovskite solar cells, with a projected increase in demand from 110 tons in 2025 to 4428 tons by 2030, reflecting a CAGR of 109% [4]. - The improvement in rubidium supply and its application in high-tech fields is anticipated to significantly boost rubidium market demand, with its consumption expected to rise from 40 tons in 2025 to 984 tons by 2027 [5]. Growth Projections - The total demand for cesium and rubidium salts is projected to grow from 2466 tons in 2025 to 4600 tons in 2027, representing a compound annual growth rate of 36.6% [5]. - The increase in demand is attributed to three main factors: upgrading of existing consumption structures, emerging demands from new technologies, and improvements in rubidium supply [5].
中矿资源(002738):业绩受锂价拖累 多金属平台发展战略效果渐显
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2025-05-01 00:40
Performance Summary - In 2024, the company achieved revenue of 5.364 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 10.8%, primarily due to the decline in lithium prices [1] - For Q1 2025, revenue was 1.536 billion yuan, a quarter-on-quarter decrease of 14.38% but a year-on-year increase of 36.37%, driven by significant growth in cesium and rubidium salt business [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024 was 757 million yuan, down 65.72% year-on-year; in Q1 2025, the net profit was 135 million yuan, a quarter-on-quarter decrease of 36.19%, with a loss of 100 million yuan from the Tsumeb smelter [1] Lithium and Cesium Sales - In 2024, lithium salt production doubled, with output and sales reaching 43,732 tons and 42,649 tons respectively, up 138% and 145% year-on-year; cesium salt production remained stable at 960 tons, while formic cesium sales decreased by 21% to 2,320 bbl [2] - The average selling price of lithium salt in 2024 was 73,400 yuan/ton, a decrease of 70% year-on-year; the average price of cesium salt was 862,600 yuan/ton, an increase of 22%, with formic cesium averaging 287,500 yuan/bbl, up 102% [2] - In Q1 2025, lithium salt sales were 8,964 tons, a year-on-year increase of 13%, while cesium salt sales surged by 78% to 265 dry tons; the average spot price of lithium carbonate was 75,800 yuan/ton, down 1% year-on-year [2] Business Synergy - The company owns lithium mines in Zimbabwe (Bikita) and Canada (Tanco), with a total processing capacity of 4.18 million tons/year; in 2024, lithium salt sales reached 42,600 tons, with self-sourced mines contributing 39,500 tons, achieving a self-sufficiency rate of 93% [3] - Lithium business generated revenue of 3.1 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 58% of total revenue, down 13 percentage points year-on-year, with a gross profit of 583 million yuan, representing 33% of total gross profit, down 41 percentage points year-on-year [3] - The cesium and rubidium salt segment, as a global leader, achieved revenue of 1.4 billion yuan in 2024, up 7% year-on-year, accounting for 26% of total revenue, with a gross profit of 1.1 billion yuan, up 40 percentage points year-on-year, and a gross margin of 64% [3] Smelting Business - In Q1 2025, the Tsumeb smelter in Namibia incurred a net profit loss of 100 million yuan, impacting short-term performance; however, the company has implemented cost reduction and efficiency improvement measures to restore profitability [4] - The historical low of lithium prices has positioned the cesium and rubidium business as a stabilizing factor for profitability; in 2024, the overall gross margin was 33%, down 22 percentage points year-on-year, while the cesium and rubidium business gross margin improved to 78%, up 14 percentage points [4] - In Q1 2025, the gross margin was 22%, down 5% quarter-on-quarter, while the cesium and rubidium business achieved a gross margin of 67%, significantly supporting the company's profitability during the lithium price decline [4] Investment Outlook - The company is strategically positioned in cesium, rubidium, lithium, and copper sectors, gradually implementing a multi-metal platform development strategy; this diversified approach is expected to solidify the company's fundamentals and enhance performance elasticity amid declining lithium prices [4] - The company has notable advantages in exploration and management, which are expected to lead to continuous cost reductions; projected net profits for 2025-2027 are 642 million, 1.063 billion, and 1.840 billion yuan respectively [4]