Group 1: Company Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company reported revenue of $641 million, a year-on-year increase of 18.67% [1] - The company's net profit attributable to shareholders reached $189 million, reflecting a significant year-on-year growth of 221.96% [1] - The increase in performance is attributed to higher market demand due to the detour around the Red Sea and an increase in freight rates [1] Group 2: Revenue Breakdown - Shipping freight income amounted to $586 million, up 15.8% year-on-year, while other shipping income rose by 61.3% to $56 million [1] - Rental income from chartering ships surged by 316% to $58.92 million, driven by the addition of two owned vessels for lease and tight supply of smaller ships [1][2] - The average charter rate for 2000 TEU container ships increased by 21% to $28,950 per day as of early August [1] Group 3: Shipping Volume and Rates - The company completed a shipping volume of 81,800 TEU in the first half of 2025, a decline of 1.6% year-on-year [2] - The shipping revenue per container was $715 per TEU, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 17.6% [2] - The CCFI Southeast Asia route index averaged 1016 points, up 28.45% year-on-year, while the SCFI China-Southeast Asia route increased by 20.50% [2] Group 4: Industry Outlook - The demand for shipping is expected to remain stable due to ongoing industrial transfer and trade fragmentation in Southeast Asia [3] - The supply side is constrained by limited new orders and an aging fleet, with 26% of vessels over 20 years old [3] - The company has a strong order book with 11 vessels totaling 87,800 TEU, representing about 74% of its owned capacity [3] Group 5: Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company maintains profit forecasts with net profits projected at $378 million, $334 million, and $449 million for 2025-2027 [4] - The company’s PE ratio is currently at 5.2 times, significantly lower than comparable companies, supporting a "buy" rating [4]

Investment Rating - The report recommends investing in the logistics sector, specifically highlighting SF Holding as a strong candidate due to its valuation, operational resilience, and shareholder returns [2]. Core Insights - The express delivery sector saw a year-on-year growth of 19.1% in business volume for April, while the average revenue per package decreased by 7% [2]. - The logistics sector is under pressure with domestic shipping prices for liquid chemicals declining, but there is a push towards smart logistics, with Hai Chen Co. being recommended [3]. - The aviation sector is experiencing a recovery with an increase in flight operations and a new visa-free policy expected to boost inbound tourism [4]. Summary by Sections Transportation Market Review - The transportation index increased by 2.1% from May 10 to May 16, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 1% [12]. Express Delivery - In April, the express delivery business volume reached 163.2 billion packages, a 19.1% increase year-on-year, with revenue of 121.28 billion yuan, up 10.8% [2]. - The average revenue per package was 7.43 yuan, down 7% year-on-year [2]. Logistics - The domestic shipping price for liquid chemicals was 163 yuan/ton, down 15.1% year-on-year [3]. - Hai Chen Co. is recommended due to its focus on smart logistics and improving demand in the consumer electronics sector [3]. Aviation and Airports - The average daily flight operations reached 14,919, a 5.58% increase year-on-year, with international flights up 17.67% [4]. - The introduction of visa-free travel for five countries is expected to enhance tourism [4]. Shipping - The export container shipping index (CCFI) was 1,104.88 points, down 0.1% week-on-week and down 20.5% year-on-year [22]. - The domestic container shipping index (PDCI) was 1,163 points, down 0.8% week-on-week but up 7.8% year-on-year [33]. Road and Rail - National highway truck traffic increased by 15.15% week-on-week, with a total of 51.75 million trucks [82]. - Railway passenger turnover was 1,121.34 billion person-kilometers, down 1.31% year-on-year [79].

Investment Rating - The report rates the transportation industry as "Outperform the Market" [1] Core Insights - COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers reported a revenue of 5.196 billion yuan in Q1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 51.47%, with a net profit of 345 million yuan, up 1.56% [2][12] - HNA Holding achieved a revenue of 65.236 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting an 11.25% increase, while Guangzhou Baiyun Airport's net profit doubled [2][14] - YTO Express reported a business volume growth of 25.32% in 2024, with a total logistics value of 91 trillion yuan in Q1 2025, marking a 5.7% year-on-year increase [2][18] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Hot Events - COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers maintained steady growth despite global shipping market volatility, with a Q1 revenue of 5.196 billion yuan, a 51.47% increase year-on-year [12] - HNA Holding's 2024 revenue reached 65.236 billion yuan, an 11.25% increase, while Guangzhou Baiyun Airport's net profit surged by 109.51% [14][16] - YTO Express's business volume grew by 25.32% in 2024, with a logistics total of 91 trillion yuan in Q1 2025, up 5.7% year-on-year [18][19] 2. Industry High-Frequency Data Tracking - In April 2025, domestic air cargo flights decreased by 1.67% year-on-year, while international flights increased by 25.08% [33] - The SCFI index for container shipping reported a decrease of 1.66% week-on-week, while the PDCI index for domestic shipping increased by 0.67% [40] - In March 2025, express delivery volume rose by 20.30% year-on-year, with total revenue reaching 124.6 billion yuan [51] 3. Company Performance - COSCO Shipping Specialised Carriers added 13 new vessels in Q1 2025, increasing total capacity to 691.5 thousand deadweight tons, a 12.53% increase from the end of 2024 [13] - HNA Holding's passenger transport volume exceeded 68 million in 2024, a 14.36% increase, with international passenger transport volume growing by 132.68% [15] - YTO Express's capital expenditure exceeded 6.7 billion yuan in 2024, focusing on automation upgrades and expanding its logistics network [19]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the transportation industry, indicating a positive outlook for the sector's fundamentals and expected performance relative to the benchmark index [4]. Core Insights - The shipping sector is experiencing a significant recovery in dry bulk freight rates, with increased demand for iron ore and coal, while oil shipping is seeing a rise in geopolitical risk premiums due to ongoing sanctions [8][12][14]. - Infrastructure assets remain attractive for investment, particularly in the context of a long-term interest rate decline, with H-shares offering a dividend yield above 6% [16]. - The express delivery industry is projected to maintain double-digit growth in volume, driven by increasing online shopping frequency and the rise of live-streaming e-commerce platforms [18]. - The airline industry is in a post-pandemic recovery phase, with demand expected to grow due to economic stimulus policies, while supply remains constrained due to global supply chain issues [20]. Shipping Sector Summary - Dry bulk freight rates are on the rise, with the Baltic Dry Index (BDI) increasing by 19.2% this week, driven by higher demand for iron ore and coal [29]. - Oil shipping rates are also improving, with VLCC rates reaching $39,000 per day, up 3% this week [31]. - The container shipping market is seeing a decline in rates, with SCFI indices dropping significantly across major routes [23]. Infrastructure Sector Summary - Road passenger traffic in November 2024 was 990 million, a year-on-year increase of 1.8%, while rail passenger turnover increased by 17.6% in January 2025 [15][33]. - The report highlights the potential for improved performance in the infrastructure sector as domestic demand stabilizes [16]. Express Delivery Sector Summary - The express delivery volume for January-February 2025 reached 28.48 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 22.4%, with revenue growing by 11.2% [17][36]. - The concentration index (CR8) for the express delivery market is at 87.1, indicating a stable competitive landscape [17]. Airline Sector Summary - Domestic air ticket prices have decreased by 4% week-on-week, while passenger volume has increased by 3% [19][42]. - The airline industry is expected to see a recovery in profitability as supply-demand dynamics improve in 2025-2026 [20]. Logistics Sector Summary - Cross-border air freight prices have decreased by 2.1% week-on-week, while the average short-haul freight rate remains stable at approximately 60 yuan per ton [21][48]. - The logistics sector is closely monitoring the impact of U.S.-China tariff policies on the supply chain [21].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Recommended (Maintain)" [1] Core Insights - The report highlights that the recent decline in oil prices is expected to elevate the profit margins for the aviation sector, with Brent oil prices dropping below $70 per barrel and WTI prices below $67 per barrel [8] - The report suggests that if oil prices remain low, it could lead to cost savings of approximately 4-5 billion yuan for major airlines, equivalent to a ticket price reduction of about 3%-4% [8] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring supply-demand dynamics and macroeconomic conditions to ensure that the benefits of lower oil prices translate into profits for the airlines [13] Summary by Sections Weekly Focus - The focus of the week is on the accelerated decline in oil prices, which is expected to enhance the profit margins for the aviation industry [6] Industry Data Tracking (2025.03.02 - 03.08) Aviation High-Frequency Data Tracking - Domestic flight volume for the period was 81,367 flights, with a daily average of 11,624 flights, down 10.07% week-on-week and 7.47% year-on-year [10] - Domestic passenger volume reached 11.0615 million, down 12.05% week-on-week and 4.17% year-on-year [11] - The average full ticket price decreased by 4.76% week-on-week and 3.39% year-on-year [11] - The domestic passenger load factor was 83.18%, an increase of 3.73 percentage points year-on-year [12] - International passenger volume reached 1.315 million, down 5.27% week-on-week but up 26.01% year-on-year [14] Express Delivery High-Frequency Data Tracking - For the week of February 24 to March 2, the average daily express delivery volume was approximately 534 million pieces, with a delivery volume of about 541 million pieces, showing a slight decrease of 0.56% and an increase of 0.05% respectively compared to the previous week [19] - Year-to-date (January 1 to March 2), the average daily express delivery volume was approximately 488 million pieces, up 37.41% year-on-year [20] Shipping High-Frequency Data Tracking - The BDI index for the international dry bulk market was 1,263 points, up 17% week-on-week [51] - The CCFI index for the international container shipping market decreased by 3% week-on-week, while the SCFI index fell by 5% [51] - The VLCC-TCE rate for oil shipping was $39,359 per day, down 1% week-on-week [52] Recent Key Reports - The report includes a recommended investment portfolio consisting of companies such as COSCO Shipping Energy, Shandong Hi-Speed, and China Eastern Airlines, among others [5]