Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent fluctuations in the new energy photovoltaic and lithium battery sectors, highlighting the impact of changes in export tax policies on these industries and the ongoing "anti-involution" actions aimed at stabilizing prices and production capacity [1][5][6]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - On January 12, the lithium battery leader CATL saw its H-shares drop by 3% and A-shares fall over 4%, while companies like Deyang Nano and Hunan Yueneng experienced mixed results with increases and decreases in their stock prices [1]. Export Tax Policy Changes - The Ministry of Finance announced that starting April 1, 2026, the export VAT refund for photovoltaic products will be canceled, and the VAT refund rate for battery products will be reduced from 9% to 6% until the end of 2026, after which it will be completely eliminated [2][3]. Industry Response and Actions - The lithium battery and photovoltaic industries have been facing challenges due to mismatched supply and demand and intense price competition, leading to a series of "anti-involution" initiatives aimed at expanding demand, adjusting prices, and controlling production capacity [3][5]. - Since 2025, there have been calls within the lithium battery sector to resist vicious competition and control the disorderly growth of production capacity, with various companies announcing price adjustments to stabilize the market [5][6]. Price Trends and Market Dynamics - Despite the seasonal downturn typically seen in the first quarter, the demand for power and energy storage batteries remains strong, with companies reporting sufficient orders and saturated production capacity [8]. - The export tax policy changes are expected to lead to an increase in battery prices, as overseas buyers adjust their purchasing strategies to avoid higher costs after the policy takes effect [8][10]. Future Outlook - Analysts predict that the cancellation of export tax refunds will increase the costs and prices of Chinese photovoltaic components in overseas markets, which may lead to industry consolidation and a return to more rational pricing in the long term [7][10].

Core Viewpoint - Ankai High-Tech is negotiating with local authorities in Henan regarding the mining and processing of high-purity quartz minerals, which have been recently discovered in several regions, including Dongqinling in Henan and Altay in Xinjiang, with purity levels reaching up to 99.998% [2] Group 1: Company Developments - Ankai High-Tech, a local state-owned listed company in Henan, focuses on the research and production of high-end glass, including photovoltaic glass and pharmaceutical glass [2] - The company announced plans to acquire 100% equity of Henan High-Purity Minerals from Luoning Zhongtian Li New Materials Co., Ltd. for 15.01 million yuan, which will enhance its supply chain for high-purity quartz products [2] - In March, a subsidiary of Ankai High-Tech, Henan Ankai Semiconductor Co., Ltd., planned to sign a procurement agreement with Henan High-Purity Minerals for high-purity quartz sand materials, with an estimated value of 15 million yuan [2] Group 2: Industry Insights - The Ministry of Natural Resources reported successful breakthroughs in high-purity quartz mining, with significant deposits found in Henan and Xinjiang, similar to those in the United States [2] - The Lu Shi-Xi Xia region in Henan has submitted over 30 million tons of high-purity quartz ore for exploration [2] - Recent technical advancements have led to the production of trial products with purity levels exceeding 99.995% (4N5 grade), with some samples reaching 99.998% (4N8 grade) [2]