本报记者 李 蕊 没有血肉的新材料，竟然也会"害羞"？ 今年4月，国际橡塑展在广东深圳举行。道恩集团展位内，一束光打在新研发的弹性体材料上，其表面 泛起红晕，宛若人类害羞时的脸颊。 "我们正在研发的这款弹性新材料，将来可以模拟人的皮肤，让仿生机器人有更多'表情'。"道恩集团旗 下的山东道恩高分子材料股份有限公司(以下简称"道恩股份")弹性体研发部经理刘蕾介绍。 这家活跃于国际新材料前沿的科技企业，多年前还只是山东烟台龙口市一家不起眼的民营企业。 1991年，道恩集团董事长于晓宁带着5名员工，凑出20万元，在龙口市开始创业；2002年，企业走到转 型路口，来自时任北京化工大学材料科学与工程学院教授张立群的消息，让于晓宁眼前一亮——高性能 热塑性弹性体(TPV)材料在实验室取得突破。 此后，企业又向新的"卡脖子"技术——氢化丁腈橡胶发起冲击。这种综合性能极优的橡胶是国产大飞机 等特殊装备的刚需材料，其生产技术长期被国外垄断。经过9年持续攻关，2019年，道恩生产出第一块 氢化丁腈橡胶，我国成为继日本、德国之后第三个完全拥有该材料制备技术自主知识产权的国家。 如今的道恩集团，已跃升为龙口市高端化工产业链链主企业、山 ...

Core Insights - The article discusses the innovative developments of Dawn Group in the field of new materials, particularly focusing on thermoplastic elastomers (TPV) and hydrogenated nitrile rubber, showcasing the company's journey from a small private enterprise to a leader in high-end chemical industry in Longkou City [2][3][4]. Group 1: Company Development - Dawn Group was founded in 1991 by Yu Xiaoning with an initial investment of 200,000 yuan and has evolved significantly over the years [2]. - In 2006, the company established China's first TPV production line with complete independent intellectual property rights, which won the National Technology Invention Award in 2008 [3]. - By 2019, Dawn became the third country after Japan and Germany to possess the complete technology for producing hydrogenated nitrile rubber, a critical material for special equipment like domestic large aircraft [3]. Group 2: Technological Innovations - The company is developing a new elastic material that can simulate human skin, allowing for more expressive biomimetic robots [2]. - Dawn has innovated a recycling technology that enables the "premium regeneration" of waste plastics, significantly reducing carbon emissions by 80% compared to virgin plastics [5]. - The company is also advancing in other cutting-edge fields, such as lightweight and green tire materials and polycarbonate materials for low-altitude aircraft manufacturing [5]. Group 3: Strategic Partnerships - In 2024, Dawn Group partnered with Haier Smart Home to establish a company focused on the research and production of recycled plastics, leveraging Haier's stable supply of waste plastic from home appliances [5].

Core Viewpoint - Changhong Gaoke (605008.SH) has decided to terminate its investment plan to establish a joint venture with Panjin Shengteng Industrial Development Co., Ltd due to the ongoing downturn in the photovoltaic industry and the uncertainty in future profitability [1] Summary by Relevant Sections - **Investment Plan Details** - The original investment plan involved a total investment of 500 million yuan, with Changhong Gaoke contributing 225 million yuan for a 45% stake and Panjin Shengteng contributing 275 million yuan for a 55% stake [1] - **Market Conditions** - Since the third quarter of 2023, the photovoltaic industry chain has been in continuous decline, leading to POE film prices dropping to historical lows without signs of recovery [1] - **Decision Rationale** - The decision to terminate the investment was made to protect the interests of the company and its shareholders, as the future profitability of the project is highly uncertain [1]

Core Viewpoint - The company has experienced a significant increase in profits and market share in the second quarter, despite a notable decline in revenue compared to previous quarters due to changes in business structure and sales volume [1][2][3]. Group 1: Financial Performance - As of August 15, 2025, the company reported a 38% decrease in revenue in the second quarter compared to the previous quarter, primarily due to a 14% reduction in other business income and a 31% decline in sales revenue from high-priced products [2][3]. - The company’s recent fund, Quan Guo Xu Yuan Mixed A, achieved a return of 40.15% over the past year, indicating strong performance in the fund market [1][2]. Group 2: Business Segments - The company operates in various sectors, with the fine chemical sector accounting for 70.48% of total revenue in the first half of 2025, driven by a 49.26% increase in sales in the pharmaceutical segment [4][5]. - The basic chemical sector contributed 25.35% to revenue, with a remarkable 185.54% increase in sales, largely due to a 113.22% rise in sales of mercury-free PVC catalysts [4][5]. - The environmental and new energy sector represented 2.90% of revenue, with an astonishing 1,497.06% increase in sales, attributed to advancements in hydrogen catalysts [4][5]. Group 3: Product Development and Market Expansion - The company has successfully developed and sold over ten types of catalysts in the basic chemical sector, with significant market potential in PVC and BDO catalysts [6]. - The hydrogenated nitrile rubber project is progressing well, with the first phase planned for 1,000 tons/year capacity, expected to release 30%-40% of its capacity in 2025 [7]. - The company is actively pursuing opportunities in the metallocene catalyst field, which is crucial for the domestic production of high-end polyolefins [8]. Group 4: Strategic Decisions - The company has decided to deregister a subsidiary, Keli Platinum, due to uncertainties in its future operations and to optimize resource allocation [8]. - The company reported a fair value loss of nearly 4 million due to gold leasing activities, which are part of its processing business [8].

Core Viewpoint - The company has not yet developed any technology or reserves in the solid-state battery sector but is closely monitoring market trends [2] Group 1: Company Developments - The company has stated that its hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (HNBR) products have the potential to replace PVDF as a leading adhesive in the emerging battery industry [2] - The construction and installation of the industrialization project for HNBR at the company's subsidiary, Binzhou Kaitai, have been completed, and the project is currently in the debugging and finalization phase [2] - The successful implementation of this project is expected to provide a solid foundation for the company's future development in high-end new materials and the transformation of new catalytic technologies [2]

Group 1: Daotong Technology - Daotong Technology is developing an end-to-end payment solution in the AI + charging business, supporting multiple payment methods and exploring stablecoin payments and RW financing [1] - The AI and software business operates on a subscription model, providing various value-added services to enhance software revenue and renewal rates [1] - The growth of the TPMS business is driven by policy benefits and market demand, with significant global aftermarket replacement demand [1] - The AI + inspection business has been implemented in oilfield inspections, achieving a fully autonomous process closure and cluster collaborative response [1] Group 2: Kaili New Materials - In Q2, Kaili New Materials experienced significant profit growth, but revenue declined due to changes in business structure [2] - In the first half of the year, the revenue breakdown showed that the fine chemicals sector accounted for 70.48%, basic chemicals for 25.35%, and environmental new energy for 2.90% [2] - Sales of mercury-free PVC catalysts reached 258 tons, with 366 tons in hand orders, and sales of mercury-free PVC catalysts increased by 113.22% [2] - The high-performance platinum-based dehydrogenation catalyst is in batch trial production, while the hydrogenated nitrile rubber project is in the debugging phase, with applications in oilfields and the automotive industry [2] - The pharmaceutical segment saw a sales increase of 49.26%, with expectations for continued growth in the global pharmaceutical market and R&D service demand [2] - The company plans to optimize resources by deregistering Kaili Platinum, which has not commenced operations [2] - The fair value change loss is primarily due to the initiation of gold leasing business [2]

Group 1: Market Trends - The implementation of algorithmic trading regulations began on July 7, 2025, with detailed provisions for reporting, trading behavior, information systems, and high-frequency trading management [7] - Major indices experienced varying degrees of increase, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.40% and the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 1.54% [7] - The total trading volume in A-shares reached 7.21 trillion yuan, with an average daily trading volume of 1.44 trillion yuan, reflecting a week-on-week decrease of 3.05% [7] Group 2: Company Analysis - Kaili New Materials (688269.SH) - Kaili New Materials announced a cash dividend of 0.3 yuan per share, totaling 39.21 million yuan, as part of its commitment to shareholder returns [8] - In Q1 2025, the company achieved revenue of 626 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 105.25%, and a net profit of 22 million yuan, up 90.48% year-on-year [11] - The company is expected to maintain high growth rates in core product sales, with projected revenues of 2.037 billion yuan, 2.487 billion yuan, and 2.918 billion yuan for 2025 to 2027, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 20.8%, 22.1%, and 17.3% respectively [9] Group 3: Investment Recommendations - The report maintains a "Buy-B" rating for Kaili New Materials, with projected earnings per share (EPS) of 1.22 yuan, 1.73 yuan, and 2.21 yuan for 2025 to 2027, corresponding to price-to-earnings (PE) ratios of 26.8, 18.9, and 14.8 [9] - The company is expected to benefit from rising palladium prices, which have increased by 23.28% from their lowest point earlier in the year, potentially enhancing sales prices and profitability [11] - The company plans to distribute a total cash dividend of 0.5 yuan per share for the 2024 fiscal year, amounting to 65.35 million yuan, indicating a strong commitment to shareholder returns [11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy-B" rating for Kaili New Materials (688269.SH) [1] Core Views - The company has demonstrated a strong commitment to shareholder returns through stable dividends, with a total cash dividend of 0.5 yuan per share for the 2024 fiscal year, amounting to 65.35 million yuan [4] - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a record revenue of 626 million yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 105.25%, and a net profit of 22 million yuan, up 90.48% year-on-year [4] - The company is expected to maintain high growth in sales of core products, supported by sufficient production capacity of 3,000 tons from its Tongchuan facility, which is gradually coming online [4] - The price of palladium, a key raw material for the company's catalyst sales, has shown a recovery trend, which is anticipated to enhance the company's sales prices and profitability [5] Financial Performance and Forecast - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 2.037 billion yuan, 2.487 billion yuan, and 2.918 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 20.8%, 22.1%, and 17.3% [6] - The net profit forecast for the same years is 159 million yuan, 226 million yuan, and 289 million yuan, with growth rates of 72.1%, 42.1%, and 27.5% [6] - The earnings per share (EPS) are expected to be 1.22 yuan, 1.73 yuan, and 2.21 yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 26.8, 18.9, and 14.8 [6] Market Data - As of July 8, 2025, the closing price of the stock is 32.70 yuan, with a year-to-date high of 35.75 yuan and a low of 20.86 yuan [2] - The circulating A-shares amount to 131 million, with a total market capitalization of 4.274 billion yuan [2]

Industry Overview - Nitrile rubber is a copolymer made from acrylonitrile and butadiene, known for excellent oil resistance, high wear resistance, heat resistance, and strong adhesion [1][6] - The apparent demand for nitrile rubber in China has been increasing, reaching 300,000 tons, driven by downstream markets such as conveyor belts, foamed materials, and sealing products [1][10] - The industry's external dependence has decreased from 35.41% in 2017 to around 25%, indicating a healthy and high-quality development trend [1][10] Production Capacity - China's nitrile rubber production began in the 1960s, with the first production facility established in 1962, achieving a capacity of 1,500 tons [6] - By 2021, the domestic nitrile rubber production capacity reached 293,000 tons, and with recent capacity additions, it has now exceeded 300,000 tons [6][21] - Future projections indicate an increase of 180,000 tons in production capacity over the next five years, potentially reaching 455,000 tons annually, marking a 65.45% increase [6][21] Import and Export Dynamics - China remains a net importer of nitrile rubber, with imports consistently exceeding exports due to domestic production not meeting downstream demand [8] - In 2024, China's nitrile rubber imports are expected to reach 79,000 tons, a decrease of 5.82% year-on-year, while exports are projected to grow by 4.45% to 25,500 tons [8][24] - The increase in exports is attributed to domestic manufacturers expanding their overseas markets and the availability of domestic supply [8][24] Market Pricing - Despite reliance on imports, the overall demand for nitrile rubber has weakened due to a global economic slowdown, leading to a decline in market prices [12] - As of June 2024, the market price for nitrile rubber is reported at 15,900 yuan per ton, down from 20,900 yuan per ton in June 2021 [12] Competitive Landscape - The nitrile rubber industry in China is characterized by a high concentration of production capacity, with only six major manufacturers [14] - Lanzhou Petrochemical leads the market with a production capacity of 100,000 tons, accounting for 30.49% of the total capacity [14][16] - Other significant players include Ningbo Shunze and Zhenjiang Nandi, with capacities of 65,000 tons and 60,000 tons, respectively [14][16] Development Trends - The industry is experiencing continuous capacity expansion, with self-sufficiency rates improving from 35.41% in 2017 to 75.27% in 2023 [21] - There is a growing demand for high-performance products, leading to a shift towards high-end nitrile rubber products, such as hydrogenated nitrile rubber (HNBR) [23] - Export markets are expanding, particularly in Southeast Asia, driven by lower labor costs and manufacturing demand [24]

Core Insights - The hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber (HNBR) industry in China is at a critical stage of technological breakthroughs and market expansion, with a projected production of 311 tons in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 17.36% [1][15] - China is the second-largest consumer of HNBR globally, accounting for 20.6% of total consumption, but faces a significant demand gap of 3,982 tons due to low capacity utilization [1][15] - Key technological advancements, such as the development of rhodium-ruthenium bimetallic catalysts by Beijing University of Chemical Technology and the "Zhan's catalyst" by Zannan Technology, have broken a 30-year foreign monopoly, with some products reaching international leading levels [1][15] Industry Overview - HNBR is a highly saturated specialty elastomer produced through the hydrogenation of nitrile rubber (NBR), enhancing its properties such as heat resistance (150-180℃), oxidation resistance, ozone resistance, radiation resistance, and chemical corrosion resistance [2] - The industry has evolved through three main stages: initial development (1980-2010), technological breakthroughs and industrialization (2010-2020), and high-quality development (2021-present) [4][5][6] Industry Development History - The initial stage saw the introduction of HNBR technology in China through collaborations in the 1980s, with limited production capabilities [4] - The technological breakthrough phase from 2010 to 2020 included the establishment of the first large-scale production line by Zannan Technology, marking a significant step towards domestic production [5] - The current phase emphasizes high-quality development, with domestic production capacity expected to reach 10,000 tons per year by 2024 [6][7] Industry Chain - The HNBR industry chain includes upstream raw materials (nitrile rubber, hydrogen, catalysts), midstream production processes, and downstream applications in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and medical [9] Current Industry Status - The industry is characterized by a low capacity utilization rate of less than 40%, despite a total capacity of 10,000 tons per year, indicating a need for improved customization and market acceptance [15] - Major players like Shandong Daon, Zhejing Zansheng, and Qilu Petrochemical dominate the market, collectively holding over 80% of the production capacity [17] Key Companies' Performance - Shandong Daon has achieved a production capacity of 3,000 tons per year and has developed proprietary HNBR preparation technology, with a revenue of 1.286 billion yuan in Q1 2025, up 6.58% year-on-year [19] - Xi'an Kaili New Materials has initiated a 3,000 tons per year HNBR project, with a revenue of 626 million yuan in Q1 2025, reflecting a 105.25% increase [21] Industry Trends - The industry is shifting towards technology-intensive and high-end applications, with significant growth in demand from the military sector and high-end manufacturing [23] - Future trends include enhanced collaboration across the industry chain, green manufacturing practices, and increased international competition as foreign companies enter the market [24][26]