Core Viewpoint - The photovoltaic industry is currently experiencing a phase of "anti-involution," with ongoing efforts to stabilize profits and address the core contradictions within the industry [3][5][17]. Industry Performance - Major leading companies in the photovoltaic sector, including those in silicon materials, silicon wafers, photovoltaic glass, and modules, reported significant losses in the first half of the year, indicating a challenging profit environment [3]. - The net profit for the entire photovoltaic industry in the first half of 2025 is projected to be only 3.1 billion, suggesting that current profit levels may represent a bottoming out [3]. Price Competition and Profitability - The long-term price war in the industry is deemed unsustainable, and further significant declines in profits are unlikely due to ongoing anti-involution measures and government policies [3][5]. - The focus of anti-involution efforts is primarily on improving profit margins rather than merely increasing revenues [6]. Sector-Specific Insights - The revenue in the first half of the year for sectors such as mounting brackets, inverters, and energy storage showed slight increases, indicating a relatively better competitive landscape in these areas [5]. - The inverter sector is highlighted for its technological differentiation, which contributes to customer experience and durability, making it a more attractive investment area compared to mounting brackets [6][7]. Capacity and Market Dynamics - The exit speed of homogeneous production capacity in the photovoltaic industry is slow due to the large existing capacity and the reluctance of companies to incur losses [9][10]. - The industry is undergoing a gradual process of capacity adjustment, with price changes leading production adjustments rather than immediate capacity exits [10]. Technological Trends - The introduction of advanced technologies like TOPCon is facing challenges due to rapid market saturation and price wars, despite its potential for higher efficiency [12][15]. - The industry is seeing a trend where equipment and technology advancements are driving competition, making it difficult for companies to maintain a competitive edge without continuous investment in new technologies [13][14]. Future Outlook - The focus on profit recovery is expected to be a primary theme in future trading and research within the photovoltaic sector, although a return to pre-involution conditions is considered unlikely [17].