Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the industrial gas industry [1]. Core Insights - The industrial gas prices are experiencing low fluctuations for liquid oxygen and nitrogen, while liquid argon prices continue to rise significantly year-on-year. Rare gases are also showing low fluctuations [2][4]. - Key events include Hangyang winning a bid for a large 4.5K low-temperature system, marking its entry into the superconducting field, and Guanggang Gas changing its fundraising project to focus on the Wuhan semiconductor and Huaxing Optoelectronics T8 projects [2][4]. Summary by Sections Price Trends - Liquid oxygen average price: 328 RMB/ton, down 2.4% month-on-month, flat year-on-year - Liquid nitrogen average price: 357 RMB/ton, down 1.7% month-on-month, up 1% year-on-year - Liquid argon average price: 1029 RMB/ton, down 6.79% month-on-month, up 139% year-on-year - Rare gases prices show the following trends: - High-purity helium (cylinder): 590.46 RMB/cylinder, down 2.58% month-on-month, down 10.39% year-on-year - Xenon: 20500 RMB/cubic meter, flat month-on-month, down 29.31% year-on-year - Krypton: 190 RMB/cubic meter, flat month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year - Neon: 110 RMB/cubic meter, flat month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [4][6]. Production Capacity - The average operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73%, down 1.88 percentage points month-on-month [4][8]. Key Company Forecasts - Hangyang Co. (002430.SZ): - Closing price: 30.27 RMB - EPS forecast for 2024A: 0.94 RMB, 2025E: 1.07 RMB, 2026E: 1.22 RMB, 2027E: 1.38 RMB - PE ratio forecast for 2024A: 32.29, 2025E: 28.32, 2026E: 24.86, 2027E: 21.86 - Shaanxi Guo (601369.SH): - Closing price: 10.73 RMB - EPS forecast for 2024A: 0.60 RMB, 2025E: 0.67 RMB, 2026E: 0.73 RMB, 2027E: 0.78 RMB - PE ratio forecast for 2024A: 17.78, 2025E: 16.01, 2026E: 14.70, 2027E: 13.76 [5].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the industrial gas industry [1] Core Insights - The industrial gas prices are experiencing low fluctuations for liquid oxygen and nitrogen, while liquid argon prices continue to rise significantly year-on-year. Rare gas prices are also fluctuating at low levels. Notable events include Hangyang winning a bid for a large 4.5K low-temperature system, marking its entry into the superconducting field, and Guanggang Gas changing its fundraising project to focus on the Wuhan semiconductor and Huaxing Optoelectronics T8 projects [2][3] Summary by Sections Price Trends - Liquid oxygen average price: 328 RMB/ton, down 2.4% month-on-month, unchanged year-on-year - Liquid nitrogen average price: 357 RMB/ton, down 1.7% month-on-month, up 1% year-on-year - Liquid argon average price: 1029 RMB/ton, down 6.79% month-on-month, up 139% year-on-year - Rare gases average prices show the following trends: - High-purity helium (cylinder): 590.46 RMB/cylinder, down 2.58% month-on-month, down 10.39% year-on-year - Xenon: 20500 RMB/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 29.31% year-on-year - Krypton: 190 RMB/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year - Neon: 110 RMB/cubic meter, unchanged month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [4][5][6] Production Capacity - The average operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73%, down 1.88 percentage points month-on-month [8] Key Events - Hangyang Group has successfully bid for a large 4.5K low-temperature system project, marking its entry into the superconducting equipment sector. Guanggang Gas has announced changes to its fundraising projects, redirecting funds to the Wuhan semiconductor project and Huaxing Optoelectronics T8 project [4][5]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [5][6]. Core Insights - The weekly average price of liquid oxygen and nitrogen has slightly increased, while the price of liquid argon continues its significant year-on-year upward trend. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [2][5]. - Hangyang Group has won a bid for a nitrogen production equipment project at a refinery in West Africa, which is the largest refining project in the region with an annual crude oil processing capacity of 10 million tons and a total investment of approximately $6 billion [2][5]. - The successful trial operation of a high-pressure CO2 compressor by ShanGu CCS marks a significant breakthrough in key technology equipment for carbon capture and storage (CCS) in China [2][5]. Price Trends - As of January 29, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 336 CNY/ton, up 0.9% month-on-month, down 0.6% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 364 CNY/ton, up 0.5% month-on-month, up 2% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1104 CNY/ton, down 3.83% month-on-month, up 144.83% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium gas (cylinder): Average price of 80.21 CNY/cubic meter, down 5.32% month-on-month, down 17.85% year-on-year [5][6]. Industry Operating Rates - The average weekly operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73%, a decrease of 1.88 percentage points month-on-month [4][9]. Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and ShanGu Power, with related stocks being Fostar and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [5][6].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" [5][16]. Core Insights - The average weekly price of liquid oxygen and nitrogen has slightly increased, while the price of liquid argon continues its significant year-on-year upward trend. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [2][5]. - Hangyang Group has won a bid for a nitrogen production equipment project at a refinery in West Africa, which is the largest refining project in the region with an annual crude oil processing capacity of 10 million tons and a total investment of approximately 6 billion USD [2][5]. - The successful trial operation of a high-pressure CO2 compressor by ShanGu CCS marks a significant breakthrough in carbon capture and storage technology in China [2][5]. Price Trends - As of January 29, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price is 336 CNY/ton, with a 0.9% increase month-on-month and a 0.6% decrease year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price is 364 CNY/ton, with a 0.5% increase month-on-month and a 2% increase year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price is 1104 CNY/ton, with a 3.83% decrease month-on-month and a 144.83% increase year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium gas (cylinder) is 80.21 CNY/cubic meter, with a 5.32% decrease month-on-month and a 17.85% decrease year-on-year [5][6][10]. Company Recommendations - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co., Ltd. and ShanGu Power, with related stocks being Fostar and Zhongtai Co., Ltd. [5][6].

Summary of Conference Call Notes Industry Focus - The notes primarily focus on the chemical and oil service equipment industries, highlighting recovery opportunities in these sectors [1][2]. Key Points and Arguments 1. **Recent Catalysts for Recovery**: - Brent crude oil prices have halved since their peak in 2022, while the number of active oil rigs in the U.S. is at a historical low [1]. - The gold-to-oil ratio has reached a historical high, indicating a significant disparity in commodity prices [1]. - Global oil service companies are experiencing a continuous reduction in capacity, and the IEA has indicated a severe underinvestment in the global oil and gas sector, particularly in capital expenditures [1]. 2. **Bottoming Indicators**: - Industrial gases, refining, and oil services are identified as sectors nearing a bottoming phase, presenting potential recovery opportunities [1]. - For industrial gases, the average price of liquid oxygen has dropped to 397 RMB/ton, below the cost in most regions, with rare gases like neon and krypton seeing nearly an 80% decline from 2022 highs [1]. - In refining, limited processing capacity is expected by 2026, with overseas refineries exiting the market, which could lead to a supply-demand balance [1]. 3. **Incremental Growth Areas**: - Natural gas and coal chemical sectors are highlighted as areas for potential growth, with significant funding for LNG projects expected in 2026 and 2027 [2]. - The total investment for coal chemical projects in Xinjiang exceeds 700 billion RMB, with ongoing projects accounting for nearly 160 billion RMB [2]. 4. **Impact of Economic Conditions**: - Domestic equipment companies have faced approximately three years of declining orders due to slow economic growth and overinvestment in chemical projects [2][3]. 5. **Geopolitical Factors**: - The presence of U.S. aircraft carrier strike groups in the Middle East and geopolitical tensions involving Venezuela and Iran are contributing to market volatility and supply constraints [5]. - North American snowstorms have led to shutdowns in refining and extraction areas, exacerbating supply tightness [5]. Additional Important Insights - The prolonged low prices of chemical products have accelerated the exit of subpar production capacities both domestically and internationally, while some downstream recovery trends are becoming clearer [4]. - Recommendations include focusing on leading companies in the general chemical equipment sector that are likely to benefit from capacity reductions, such as Hangyang Co., Zhongtai Co., Jereh Co., and others [4].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the industrial gas industry [2][7]. Core Insights - The average weekly price of liquid oxygen and liquid nitrogen remains stable year-on-year, while the average price of liquid argon continues to rise year-on-year. Rare gases are experiencing low-level fluctuations [3][6]. - The acquisition of South Korean gas company DIG Airgas by Air Liquide has been completed, which will double the number of employees in Korea and increase total sales to €900 million, enhancing the group's position in this growing economy [3][6]. Price Trends - As of January 15, 2026, the weekly price data for gases is as follows: 1. Liquid Oxygen: Average price of 335 CNY/ton, down 0.3% month-on-month, down 8.7% year-on-year 2. Liquid Nitrogen: Average price of 361 CNY/ton, down 0.6% month-on-month, down 5% year-on-year 3. Liquid Argon: Average price of 1179 CNY/ton, down 1.01% month-on-month, up 117.83% year-on-year 4. Rare Gases: High-purity helium (cylinder): Average price of 86.5 CNY/cubic meter, down 0.98% month-on-month, down 12.18% year-on-year; Xenon: Average price of 21,000 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 27.59% year-on-year; Krypton: Average price of 190 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 39.68% year-on-year; Neon: Average price of 110 CNY/cubic meter, stable month-on-month, down 12% year-on-year [6][8][11]. Industry Operating Rates - The average weekly operating load rate for China's industrial gas sector is 66.73% as of December 31, 2025, with a month-on-month decrease of 1.88 percentage points [5][9]. Recommended Stocks - Recommended stocks include Hangzhou Oxygen Plant (杭氧股份) and Shaanxi鼓动力 (陕鼓动力), with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology (正帆科技), Fostar (福斯达), and Zhongtai Co. (中泰股份) [6][7].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Increase" [6] Core Insights - The average price of liquid argon has doubled year-on-year, while the average price of rare gases remains low and fluctuating [2][6] - The operating load rate of China's industrial gas sector has decreased on a month-on-month basis, averaging 66.73% as of December 31, 2025, down by 1.88 percentage points [4][8] - Hangyang Group has joined the Controlled Nuclear Fusion Innovation Consortium, adding 42,000 Nm³/h of industrial gas services [4][6] Price Trends - Liquid argon price: 1,193 RMB/ton, up 3.56% month-on-month and up 106.35% year-on-year [6] - Liquid oxygen price: 346 RMB/ton, down 1.7% month-on-month and down 7.5% year-on-year [6] - Liquid nitrogen price: 367 RMB/ton, down 1% month-on-month and down 6% year-on-year [6] - Rare gases prices: - High-purity helium (cylinder): 89.17 RMB/m³, down 2.01% month-on-month and down 8.54% year-on-year [6] - Xenon: 21,250 RMB/m³, down 1.16% month-on-month and down 27.97% year-on-year [6] - Krypton: 196.67 RMB/m³, down 4.73% month-on-month and down 43.81% year-on-year [6] - Neon: 110 RMB/m³, unchanged month-on-month and down 12% year-on-year [6] Company Recommendations - Recommended stocks include Hangyang Co. and Shandong Energy Group, with related stocks being Zhengfan Technology, Fostar, and Zhongtai Co. [6][7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Buy" with a target price of RMB 43.90 [2] Core Insights - The company is advancing its second phase of the commercial aerospace project, investing approximately RMB 300 million to enhance production capacity for various specialty gases, including green hydrogen and krypton, to meet the growing demands of the launch site and satellite industry [6][7] - The first phase of the project has been completed, with successful applications of core products in multiple rocket launches, demonstrating the company's technical capabilities and cost advantages [8][9] - The company is expanding its market presence by establishing partnerships with key aerospace bases across China, which will help mitigate risks associated with single projects and capitalize on the increasing demand for commercial satellite launches [9] Financial Projections and Valuation - Revenue projections for 2024 to 2027 are as follows: RMB 22,047 million (2024), RMB 21,877 million (2025E), RMB 23,029 million (2026E), and RMB 24,504 million (2027E), with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7% expected for net profit [5][10] - The report anticipates net profit attributable to the parent company to be RMB 1,684 million (2024), RMB 1,553 million (2025E), RMB 1,790 million (2026E), and RMB 2,051 million (2027E) [5][10] - The target price has been adjusted to RMB 43.90 based on a 17x PE ratio for 2026, reflecting the growth potential from the second phase expansion and multi-base collaborations [10]

Core Viewpoint - The company is advancing its special gas business in the commercial aerospace sector by investing in the Hainan Commercial Aerospace Launch Site special fuel and gas support project, aiming to solidify its first-mover advantage in aerospace special gases [1] Group 1: Project Implementation - As of December 23, 2025, the company has made significant progress in the first phase of the project, focusing on the installation, debugging, and trial production of key equipment and facilities [1] - The company has successfully provided special fuel and gas support for multiple rocket launch missions at the Hainan Commercial Aerospace Launch Site, with products like liquid hydrogen, liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, and helium passing launch verification [1] - The installation of the high-purity liquid methane production unit has been completed and successfully debugged, marking the near completion of the first phase of the project [1] Group 2: Expansion Plans - To meet the rapidly growing demand from the rocket launch sector and satellite industrial park, the company is actively advancing the second phase of the project, which includes a total investment of approximately 300 million yuan [2] - The expansion plan aims to include production and storage facilities for liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen, green hydrogen, helium, krypton, xenon, light hydrocarbons, and aerospace kerosene, enhancing the supply capacity of special fuels and gases [2] - The company is currently progressing with land planning and site selection for the second phase of the project, with other related preparations underway [2] Group 3: Strategic Positioning - The strategic positioning of the company's special gas business focuses on aerospace special gases, with ongoing efforts to expand partnerships at other commercial launch sites such as Shandong Haiyang Dongfang Aerospace Port and Gansu Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center [2] - All of these additional projects are currently in the implementation stage, indicating a robust growth strategy in the aerospace sector [2]

Core Viewpoint - Jiufeng Energy (605090.SH) is actively expanding its capabilities in the commercial aerospace sector by implementing a special fuel and gas supply project at the Hainan Commercial Aerospace Launch Site, with a total investment of approximately 300 million yuan [1] Group 1: Project Expansion - The company has signed an investment agreement for the second phase of the special fuel and gas supply project at the Hainan Commercial Aerospace Launch Site to meet the growing demand for high-density launches and support the new requirements of the Wenchang Satellite Industrial Park [1] - The expansion plan includes the production and storage of special fuels and gases such as liquid nitrogen, liquid oxygen, green hydrogen, helium, krypton, xenon, light hydrocarbons, and aerospace kerosene [1] Group 2: Strategic Partnerships - The company has established multiple agreements with Shanghai Aerospace Equipment Manufacturing Factory for cooperation in products like liquid methane, liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, and helium, specifically for the Shandong Haiyang Dongfang Aerospace Port [2] - Collaborations have also been formed with China Aerospace Technology Group's Commercial Rocket Company for liquid oxygen, liquid nitrogen, and liquid methane at the Gansu Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center [2] - The company has secured annual supply agreements for liquid nitrogen and helium with China Long March Rocket Company for the Hainan Commercial Aerospace Launch Site [2]