Flash | 07 Jan 2026 03:59:11 ET │ 12 pages China Solar Power Solar Product Prices Largely Steady This Week amid Soft Demand; We Assume PRC Solar Installations to -24% YoY in 2026E CITI'S TAKE Weekly solar product prices have increased 1-2% wow for upstream polysilicon materials and downstream solar modules this week, likely supported by anti-involution measures, while prices declined 1% for solar cells. PRC annual module output was -1.2% yoy to 563.2GW in 2025, according to SMM, affected by the absence of y ...

TOKYO, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TOYO Co., Ltd (Nasdaq: TOYO) (OTC: TOYWF),  ("TOYO" or the "Company"), a solar solution company, today announced that it has signed a sales contract with a U.S. polysilicon manufacturer(the "Supplier"), to secure domestically sourced critical raw materials for TOYO's solar manufacturing operations. This agreement adds U.S.-sourced polysilicon to TOYO's existing non-Foreign Entity of Concern ("FEOC") overseas supply, strengthening TOYO's dual-source strategy and ensuring ...

Summary of China Renewable Energy Conference Call Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the **China Renewable Energy** sector, specifically the solar energy market in China. Key Points Solar Capacity Forecasts - The forecast for **PRC solar installation** in 2025 has been slightly raised to **290GW** from **280GW** based on ongoing projects, while the forecast for **2026** has been lowered to **220GW**, representing a **24% year-over-year decline** from **250GW** [1][2] - Major Independent Power Producers (IPPs) like **China Huaneng Group** and **National Energy Investment Group** are cautious about solar capacity additions during the **15th 5-year period (2026-2030)** due to profitability issues from recent projects [1] Profitability Concerns - Recent solar projects have been less profitable due to **tariff cuts** and high **depreciation expenses** from installations made in **2022-2023** when module prices were elevated [1][2] - The average on-grid tariff has decreased significantly, impacting the financial viability of new installations [2] Market Dynamics - The solar sector is noted for its **cooperative attitude** among enterprises, which is seen as a positive aspect amidst market challenges [1] - There is a potential negative impact on **Energy Storage System (ESS)** demand due to the anticipated reduction in solar installations in **2026** [2] Module Pricing and Production - **China's solar module export value** decreased by **16.8% year-over-year** to **US$21,873 million** in the first 11 months of 2025, with a slight recovery in November showing an **18% year-over-year increase** [3] - The **module production volume** is expected to decline further, with a projected drop of **10.9% year-over-year** in December due to a lack of domestic installation rush [6] Inverter Market - **China's inverter export value** increased by **26% year-over-year** in November, with significant demand from regions like **Oceania** and **Europe** [7] Company-Specific Insights Preferred Companies - The report expresses a preference for companies involved in **Energy Storage Systems (ESS)** and **polysilicon production**, specifically naming **Sungrow**, **Deye**, **Tongwei**, and **GCL** as favorable investment opportunities [1] Valuation and Risks - **Ginlong Technologies** has a target price of **Rmb55.00** per share based on a DCF valuation, with a WACC of **10.1%** [19] - **Ningbo Deye Technology** has a target price of **Rmb102.0** per share, with a WACC of **8.4%** [21] - **Sungrow Power Supply** has a target price of **Rmb240.00**, with a WACC of **7.0%** [23] - **Tongwei** has a target price of **Rmb30.00** per share, with a WACC of **9.2%** [25] Risks - Key risks for these companies include lower-than-expected solar installations, increased competition, and potential trade tariffs against Chinese products [20][22][24][26] Conclusion - The solar energy market in China is facing challenges with profitability and installation forecasts, but there are still opportunities in specific segments like ESS and polysilicon production. The cautious outlook from major IPPs indicates a need for strategic investment in the sector.

Global Research ab 19 December 2025 China Solar Industry China solar biweekly: New round of self- discipline to impact supply Polysilicon price flat at Rmb52/kg According to PV InfoLink, the price of monograde polysilicon was unchanged WoW at Rmb52/kg in the week starting 15 December. The quotation price was lifted to above Rmb65/kg, but with a limited number of transactions. Even though the inventory was largely flat WoW at 25kt, polysilicon makers' decision to raise prices at this time seems to be primari ...

在当天召开的2025光伏行业年度大会上，杨旭东表示，2026年，工业和信息化部电子信息司将会同各有 关部门重点做好多项工作，包括健全价格监测机制，重点关注价格异常企业，加强产品质量监督和抽 查，对于存在质量不达标、功率虚标、侵犯知识产权等行为的企业，加强监测与跟踪处置。 与此同时，强化创新驱动；进一步完善标准体系，加快发布光伏组件质量安全、多晶硅能耗限额等强制 性国家标准的制修订和贯彻执行；敦促行业进一步加强自律；进一步推动深化国际合作等。 工业和信息化部电子信息司司长杨旭东18日表示，2026年，光伏行业治理进入攻坚期，将进一步加强产 能调控，强化光伏制造项目管理，以市场化、法治化的手段推动落后产能有序退出，加快实现产能的动 态平衡。 以市场化、法治化的手段推动落后产能有序退出，加快实现产能的动态平衡。 ...

Summary of TBEA Co (600089.SS) Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: TBEA Co (600089.SS) - **Industry**: Power Transmission & Distribution (T&D), Polysilicon, Coal, Aluminum Key Points Financial Performance - **Revenue Growth**: TBEA's revenue increased by 0.9% year-on-year (yoy) to Rmb72,988 million in 9M25, driven by a 14% increase in the power T&D segment, which includes Rmb35,909 million from electrical equipment sales [12][13] - **Net Profit**: The net profit rose by 27.6% yoy to Rmb5,484 million in 9M25, with a significant contribution from fair value gains on equity investments [12][14] - **Profit Before Tax**: Increased by 37.7% yoy to Rmb7,339 million, primarily due to a 30% growth in the power T&D segment [2][14] Segment Performance - **Power T&D Segment**: Revenue from this segment grew by 14% yoy, with electrical equipment sales contributing Rmb20.24 billion, up 24% yoy [13][14] - **Polysilicon Sales**: The sales price of polysilicon rebounded significantly, with production of 59,400 tonnes and sales of 54,700 tonnes in 9M25 [20][21] - **Coal Sales**: Coal sales decreased by 32% yoy to Rmb2,994 million, reflecting reduced demand from coal-fired power plants [2][14] Strategic Initiatives - **Revenue Target**: TBEA aims to nearly double its revenue from the power T&D segment from Rmb50-60 billion in 2025E to Rmb100 billion by 2030E [1][3] - **Export Growth**: The company targets to increase its overseas sales mix of electrical equipment from 11% in 9M25 to 30% in 2030E, with new orders from abroad up 88% yoy to US$1.24 billion [1][3][16] - **Polysilicon Production**: TBEA plans to improve production efficiency and product quality in its polysilicon segment, with a focus on controlling output based on demand [22][24] Market Dynamics - **UHV Construction**: The company expects more UHV power transmission lines to be approved in the 15th Five-Year Plan (FYP), anticipating a rise in electricity demand and renewable energy integration [18][19] - **Offshore Wind Development**: TBEA is positioned to benefit from the growth in offshore wind projects, having supplied equipment to about 50% of installed projects in China [19] Valuation and Recommendations - **Target Price**: The DCF-based target price is set at Rmb26.00, reflecting a 44% increase from the previous estimate [1][26] - **Earnings Revision**: Net profit estimates for 2025-27E have been raised by 4-6%, supported by higher margins from export sales and increased polysilicon prices [25][26] Additional Insights - **Cost Management**: The unit cash cost of polysilicon production has decreased to below Rmb30/kg, with total production costs at Rmb34/kg in 3Q25 [20][22] - **Coal Production Strategy**: TBEA plans to expand its annual coal output from 74 million tonnes to over 100 million tonnes, focusing on value-added coal chemical products [23][24] This summary encapsulates the key insights from TBEA's conference call, highlighting the company's financial performance, strategic initiatives, and market outlook.

Summary of Tongwei Co. Ltd. Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Tongwei Co. Ltd. (Ticker: 600438.SS) - **Industry**: China Utilities, specifically in the solar energy sector Key Points Industry Consolidation - The industry has reached a consensus on a buyout framework, with plans to phase out approximately **600-700kt** of marginal capacity, resulting in a retained capacity of about **2,700kt** annually [1][2] - Future production will be strictly aligned with actual demand, indicating a shift towards more disciplined capacity management [1] Joint Ventures and Financing - Around **10 producers** are anticipated to become joint venture shareholders, with equity contributions linked to market share of retained capacity [2] - Acquisition pricing will be based on the industry's average capital expenditure per ton, funded by **20-30%** equity and the remainder through acquisition loans [2] Antitrust Considerations - The primary challenge remaining is obtaining antitrust clearance from the government, which management expects to be approved by the end of the year at the earliest [2] Polysilicon Pricing Dynamics - Year-to-date, polysilicon prices have rebounded due to industry discipline, a legal ban on below-cost selling, and capped monthly shipments of approximately **100+kt** [3] - Current manufacturing-side inventories are around **300kt**, with Tongwei holding **200kt** of that total [3] - Management does not foresee inventory levels disrupting prices as long as leading producers avoid aggressive destocking [3] Long-term Pricing Outlook - Management estimates a reasonable long-term polysilicon price range of **Rmb70–80k/ton**, which translates to a unit net profit of approximately **Rmb15–20k/ton** for Tongwei [4] Demand Outlook - Management expresses caution regarding solar demand in China for **2026**, particularly following Document No.136, but anticipates potential policy adjustments if demand significantly slows in the first half of 2026 [5] Financial Metrics - **Market Capitalization**: Rmb103,411 million - **Current Share Price**: Rmb22.97 (as of November 21, 2025) - **Price Target**: Rmb21.85, indicating a downside of **5%** from the current price [7] - **Revenue Forecast**: Expected to be **Rmb92.5 billion** in 2026, with an EBITDA of **Rmb8.3 billion** [7] Valuation Methodology - The price target is derived from a discounted cash flow (DCF) methodology, using a weighted average cost of capital (WACC) of **9.5%** and a terminal growth rate of **2.0%** [9] Risks - **Upside Risks**: Higher-than-expected photovoltaic (PV) installations, less new polysilicon capacity from entrants, and faster development of next-generation solar technologies [11] - **Downside Risks**: Lower-than-expected PV installations, intensified competition, and slower overseas market exploration for its module business [11] Additional Insights - The conference call reflects a strategic shift in the solar industry towards consolidation and disciplined capacity management, which may present both opportunities and risks for investors in the sector [1][2][5]

Summary of the China Solar Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - **Industry**: China Solar Industry - **Date**: 21 November 2025 Key Points Polysilicon Market - The price of monograde polysilicon remained stable at **Rmb52/kg** as of the week starting 17 November, showing no week-over-week (WoW) change [2] - Inventory levels for polysilicon increased by **1% WoW** to **27.1kt** [2] - Monthly polysilicon production is forecasted to decline by **12% month-over-month (MoM)** to below **120kt (52GW)** in November due to weaker demand and production cuts in Sichuan and Yunnan during the low hydropower season [2] Wafer and Cell Prices - N-type wafer prices decreased by **1.5%** for M10 and **1.8%** for G12, now at **Rmb1.28** and **Rmb1.60** per piece respectively [3] - TOPcon cell prices fell by **1.7%** for M10 and **3.3%** for G12, now priced at **Rmb0.30** and **Rmb0.29** per watt respectively [3] - Module prices remained unchanged at **Rmb0.69** for TOPcon and **Rmb0.76** for back contact [3] - November module production is expected to drop by **4% MoM** to **50.5GW** [3] Solar Glass Market - Solar glass prices remained stable at **Rmb12.75** for 2.0mm and **Rmb19.75** for 3.2mm [4] - Inventory levels for solar glass increased by **9.7% WoW** to **28.13 days** [4] - The price of soda ash remained unchanged at **Rmb1,330/t** [4] Risks and Opportunities - **Downside Risks**: - Slower-than-expected growth in installed domestic renewable energy (RE) capacity [20] - Larger-than-expected tariff cuts for RE projects [20] - Increased competition from other power resources due to future power reforms [20] - **Upside Risks**: - Faster-than-expected growth in installed domestic RE capacity [21] - Smaller-than-expected tariff cuts for RE projects [21] - Market share gains for solar energy compared to other power resources under future reforms [21] Additional Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring inventory levels and price trends in the polysilicon, wafer, cell, and solar glass markets as they are critical indicators of industry health and future production capabilities [2][3][4] - The current market dynamics suggest a cautious outlook for the solar industry in the short term, with potential for recovery depending on demand and policy support [20][21]

Summary of China Renewable Energy Conference Call Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the **China Renewable Energy** sector, particularly the solar energy market, including polysilicon, wafers, solar cells, modules, and solar glass products [1][2][3][4][5][6]. Key Points and Arguments Price Trends - **Polysilicon Prices**: Average market prices for n-type grade rod-type polysilicon decreased by -0.1% week-over-week (wow) to Rmb51.9/kg, while granular silicon prices remained unchanged at Rmb50.5/kg [2]. - **Wafer Prices**: Prices for n-type wafers fell by -2.3% wow to Rmb1.26/W for 182mm products and -1.8% wow to Rmb1.68/W for 210mm products due to inventory pressure [3]. - **Solar Cell Prices**: Average prices for TOPCon solar cells decreased by -2.6% wow to Rmb0.30/W [3]. - **Module Prices**: Average market prices for TOPCon modules increased slightly by 0.2% wow to Rmb0.67/W for utility-scale projects, but remained stable for distributed projects [4][5]. - **Solar Glass Prices**: Prices for solar glass products decreased by -1.5% wow to Rmb12.8/m2 for 2.0mm and -1.3% wow to Rmb19.8/m2 for 3.2mm products [6]. Inventory and Demand - **Inventory Levels**: Polysilicon inventory at producer plants rose by +3.1% wow to 267k tonnes, while wafer inventory increased by 5.3% wow to 18.4GW [2][3]. - **Demand Decline**: Domestic solar installation demand in China dropped by -50.9% year-over-year (yoy) to 28.7GW in 3Q25, while module export volume grew by +43.6% yoy to 78.8GW in the same period [1][5]. - **Future Projections**: Monthly polysilicon output is expected to decline by 14% month-over-month (mom) to 120k tonnes in November, with an annual output forecasted to drop by 27.8% yoy to 1,330k tonnes in 2025 [2]. Market Dynamics - **Anti-Involution Policies**: The anticipated increase in module prices is driven by anti-involution policies in China's solar industry and the potential removal of VAT rebates for module exports by the end of 2025 [1][5]. - **Production Adjustments**: Certain polysilicon plants in Southwest China, including Tongwei's facilities, suspended production due to weakened demand and increased electricity prices [2]. Investment Preferences - **Preferred Companies**: The report favors inverter manufacturers such as **Sungrow** and **Deye**, which are expected to benefit from the growth in energy storage systems. Polysilicon producers are also favored due to higher average selling prices (ASP) and potential capacity consolidation [1]. Additional Important Information - **Risks**: Key risks for companies like Deye and Sungrow include lower-than-expected demand for energy storage, increased price competition, and potential trade tariffs against Chinese products in overseas markets [20][22]. - **Valuation Models**: Target prices for companies are based on discounted cash flow (DCF) models, with specific assumptions regarding growth rates and weighted average cost of capital (WACC) [19][21][23]. This summary encapsulates the essential insights from the conference call, highlighting the current state and future outlook of the China Renewable Energy sector, particularly in solar energy.

Summary of the Conference Call on China's Solar Industry Industry Overview - The conference call focuses on the **China solar industry**, particularly the **polysilicon sector** and its efforts to combat "involution" [1][2]. Key Points and Arguments 1. **Positive Signs in Polysilicon Industry**: - Recent announcements from JA Solar and comments from industry leaders indicate a collective effort to address market challenges and improve self-discipline within the sector [1]. - The Deputy Secretary of the China Photovoltaic Industry Association expressed confidence in the industry's ability to implement anti-involution measures successfully [1]. 2. **Expectations for Pricing and Capacity**: - The anti-involution initiative is expected to succeed, leading to meaningful exits of polysilicon capacity, which will improve the supply-demand balance and alleviate overcapacity issues [2]. - Enhanced self-discipline is anticipated to sustain higher utilization rates, drive price recovery, and improve profitability for polysilicon firms in the medium term [2]. 3. **Current Market Conditions**: - Polysilicon prices remained stable at **CNY 50-52/kg** as of the week ending November 12, while wafer prices dropped by **3.0-3.7%** due to reduced demand from downstream solar cells [3]. - Solar cell prices were weak at **CNY 0.28-0.30/W**, attributed to sluggish shipments and high inventory levels [3]. 4. **Production Forecasts**: - Monthly production of polysilicon is expected to drop by approximately **20,000 tonnes** month-on-month to around **120,000 tonnes** in November, driven by lower utilization rates in Southwestern China [4]. - Solar wafer production is projected to contract by **5%** month-on-month to about **57GW**, while solar cell production is expected to decrease by **2%** month-on-month to **57GW** [4]. 5. **Price Trends**: - The price trends for various components of the solar supply chain indicate stability in polysilicon and module prices, while wafer and cell prices are experiencing downward pressure [6][12]. Additional Important Information - The industry is showing a heightened sensitivity to market chatter, which could disrupt market stability, indicating a cautious approach among producers [1]. - The overall sentiment is cautiously optimistic, with expectations of a recovery in pricing and profitability in the medium term, despite short-term challenges such as high inventories and seasonal demand weakness [2][3]. This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call regarding the current state and future outlook of the solar industry in China, particularly focusing on polysilicon and its market dynamics.