Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the flexible converter valve industry in China, driven by domestic production acceleration and technological advancements [3][6]. Core Insights - The flexible converter valve industry in China is experiencing significant growth opportunities due to the acceleration of UHV (Ultra High Voltage) projects and the promotion of carbon neutrality goals. The localization of key components is advancing rapidly, with breakthroughs in domestic R&D for critical components like IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) and thyristors [3][4]. - The report analyzes the current state of the flexible converter valve industry, focusing on the localization of core components, paths for intelligent upgrades, and application prospects in UHV projects. It also discusses strategic recommendations for leading the new era of UHV construction through intelligent upgrades [3][6]. Summary by Sections Flexible DC Transmission Technology - Flexible DC transmission technology originated from research at McGill University in 1990 and has evolved significantly, particularly with the breakthrough of MMC (Modular Multilevel Converter) technology in 2003, which addressed IGBT voltage balancing issues and reduced losses to 1% [4][20]. Market Size and Investment Trends - The investment share of converter valves in flexible DC transmission has increased from 27% in traditional DC projects to 57% in flexible DC projects, with individual project values reaching several billion yuan [5][28]. - The market for flexible converter valves in China is projected to grow from 120 billion yuan in 2024 to 168 billion yuan by 2030, with offshore wind power contributing significantly to this growth [6][55]. Key Component Localization - Significant breakthroughs have been made in the localization of core components such as IGBT and IGCT (Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor), with advancements in performance metrics and successful applications in various projects [39][40]. Competitive Landscape - The report highlights the dominance of domestic manufacturers in the flexible converter valve market, with companies like State Grid NARI and XJ Electric leading in various projects. The competitive landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, with several players gaining market share [43][44]. Future Development and Strategic Recommendations - The report emphasizes the need for continued innovation and strategic planning to enhance the intelligent upgrade of flexible converter valves, which is crucial for the future of UHV construction in China [3][6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for the power equipment industry, specifically highlighting the high growth in the first batch of State Grid's bidding amounts [8][11]. Core Insights - The first batch of bidding amounts for the State Grid's power transmission and transformation projects has seen a significant year-on-year increase of 23.5%, totaling 15.24 billion yuan. Key components such as switchgear and transformers have also shown substantial growth, with increases of 35.4% and 33.7% respectively [8][11]. - The report emphasizes the ongoing "re-electrification" trend globally, which is expected to sustain high investment growth in the power equipment sector through 2025. It identifies three main investment themes: high-voltage direct current (HVDC) technology, international expansion of power equipment, and the digitalization and intelligence of distribution networks [8][11]. Summary by Sections 1. Bidding and Project Updates - The State Grid's first batch of bidding for 2025 has a total amount of 15.24 billion yuan, marking a 23.5% increase from the previous year. Key components include switchgear at 4.394 billion yuan and transformers at 3.549 billion yuan [8][11]. - The South Grid announced the candidates for the third batch of materials for the Yangjiang Sanshan Island offshore wind power HVDC project, with a total bid amount of 886 million yuan [8][11]. 2. Market Performance - The new energy sector rose by 1.16% this week, ranking 16th among 30 industry sectors, underperforming the CSI 300 index, which increased by 1.39% [12][15]. - Within the power equipment sector, the electronic and automation segment increased by 3.9%, while the transmission and distribution equipment segment rose by 1.8% [12][15]. 3. Investment Tracking - As of December 2024, domestic investment in power generation projects reached 1,168.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.8%. Investment in grid projects totaled 608.3 billion yuan, up 15.3% year-on-year [34][36]. - In December 2024, transformer exports amounted to 791.9 million USD, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 2.05% and a month-on-month increase of 5.23% [36][39]. 4. Company Announcements - Key announcements include strategic cooperation agreements between companies like Samsung Medical and HaiXing Electric, aimed at expanding transformer products in overseas markets [42][43]. - Notable bidding results include Dalian Electric Porcelain's pre-bid for the State Grid's first batch of procurement, with a total expected bid amount of approximately 48 million yuan [42][43].