ab 18 November 2025 Global Research China Chemical Sector MDI, refrigerant, electrolyte and TiO2 experts call takeaways MDI: expert estimates a pMDI price range of Rmb14.5-16k/t in 2026 The TiO2 expert (replay) indicates domestic marginal TiO2 producers have been loss- making YTD, as pricing remained subdued amid oversupply coupled with elevated costs. Domestic TiO2 capacity additions YTD totalled 230ktpa, but 9M25 exports slid 6% YoY amid anti-dumping headwinds on demand. As per the expert, a total of 200k ...

开源证券近日发布氟化工行业周报：本周（11月10日-11月14日）氟化工指数上涨 7.71%，跑赢上证综指7.89%。本周（11月10日-11月14日）氟化工指数收于5006.51点，上涨 7.71%，跑赢上证综指7.89%，跑赢沪深300指数8.80%，跑赢基础化工指数4.15%，跑赢新材 料指数7.39%。 以下为研究报告摘要： 本周（11月10日-11月14日）行情回顾 市场中，R32与R134a维持坚挺向上趋势，R125短期稳健运行，而R143a、R507、R404等品 种则表现偏弱，整体产业链呈现结构性分化格局。 公告&要闻：昊华气体三氟化氮项目成功投产；澳大利亚制冷剂或面临涨价【昊华气 体】昊华气体6000吨三氟化氮项目成功投产，该项目总投资11.3亿元，项目全面建成后，预 计可实现年产值7亿元。 【制冷剂】澳大利亚制冷剂协会称，目前制冷剂的进口量与所需量之间已存在显著缺 口，制冷剂价格在短短几年内已上涨两倍，且未来可能继续涨价。 受益标的 推荐标的：金石资源、巨化股份、三美股份、昊华科技等。其他受益标的：东阳光、永 和股份、东岳集团、新宙邦等。 本周氟化工指数上涨7.71%，跑赢上证综指7.89 ...

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the chemical raw materials industry is optimistic (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report highlights that the price of R134a has exceeded expectations, indicating a significant value proposition in the refrigerant sector, and suggests that long-term positioning is timely [4] - The fluorochemical index has shown a strong performance, increasing by 7.71% and outperforming major indices such as the Shanghai Composite and CSI 300 [6][25] - The report emphasizes the ongoing upward trend in refrigerant prices, particularly for R134a, R32, and R125, while noting a structural differentiation in the market [22][23] Summary by Sections 1. Fluorochemical Industry Overview - The fluorochemical market is experiencing a positive trend, with R134a prices rising significantly due to concentrated purchasing demand, reaching 60,000 yuan/ton, an increase of 6,000 yuan/ton [9][22] - The overall market sentiment for fluorite is weak, with prices for 97% fluorite powder averaging 3,391 yuan/ton, down 0.96% from the previous week [19][33] 2. Refrigerant Market Trends - As of November 14, refrigerant prices are as follows: R32 at 63,000 yuan/ton, R125 at 45,500 yuan/ton, R134a at 55,000 yuan/ton, and R410a at 53,500 yuan/ton, with R134a showing a weekly increase of 1.85% [21][24] - The report notes that the refrigerant market is characterized by a strong upward trend for R32 and R134a, while R125 remains stable, and other products like R404 and R507 are experiencing downward pressure [22][23] 3. Beneficiary Companies - Recommended stocks include Jinshi Resources, Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., and Haohua Technology, with other beneficiaries being Dongyangguang, Yonghe Co., Dongyue Group, and Xinzhoubang [11][23]

Group 1 - Dongyue Group (00189) saw its stock price increase by over 8% during trading, currently up 6.31% at HKD 11.12, with a trading volume of HKD 425 million [1] - According to Steel Union data, the prices of refrigerants R32 remained stable at high levels, while R134a continued to rise. As of October 31, prices for R32, R125, R410a, and R134a have increased by 46.51%, 8.33%, 27.83%, and 27.06% respectively since the beginning of the year [1] - CITIC Construction Investment released a report indicating that chemical product prices in China have been declining for four consecutive years, with policies aimed at reducing internal competition and self-regulation emerging, suggesting a potential turning point in the cycle. The report highlights the importance of supply and demand improvements, focusing on cyclical sectors related to supply structure and domestic demand, particularly in fluorochemicals like Dongyue Group [1] Group 2 - Kaiyuan Securities noted that with the ongoing implementation of carbon peak and carbon neutrality strategies, the second-generation refrigerant R22 is set to be significantly reduced, which is expected to benefit HFCs as national policies promote rapid penetration [1]

中信建投发布研报称，我国化工品价格已经连续下行4年，反内卷政策/协会自律行动纷纷出台，周期拐 点或渐行渐近。我们认为在供给、需求都有边际改善预期的情况下，关注供给格局改善和内需相关的顺 周期板块。其中，氟化工关注东岳集团等。开源证券认为，随着碳达峰、碳中和战略的持续推进，二代 制冷剂R22即将大规模削减，HFCs有望受益于国家政策实现渗透率快速提升。 消息面上，据钢联数据，R32制冷剂价格高位持稳，R134a制冷剂高位续涨。根据百川盈孚数据，截至 10月31日，R32、R125、R410a、R134a价格较年初分别上涨46.51%、8.33%、27.83%、27.06%。 智通财经APP获悉，东岳集团(00189)盘中涨超8%，截至发稿，涨6.31%，报11.12港元，成交额4.25亿港 元。 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for several companies in the chemical industry, including Xinyangfeng, Senqilin, Ruifeng New Materials, Sinopec, Juhua, Yangnong Chemical, CNOOC, Tongkun, and Daotong Technology [10]. Core Viewpoints - The report highlights significant price increases in sulfur, sulfuric acid, and lithium battery electrolyte, suggesting a focus on import substitution, domestic demand, and high dividend opportunities [6][19]. - The chemical industry is currently experiencing a weak overall performance, with mixed results across different sub-sectors due to past capacity expansions and weak demand [22]. - The report emphasizes the potential for the glyphosate industry to enter a recovery phase, recommending companies like Jiangshan Co., Xingfa Group, and Yangnong Chemical [8][22]. - It suggests focusing on companies with strong competitive positions and growth potential, particularly in the lubricant additive sector and coal-to-olefins industry [22]. - The report also notes the impact of international oil price fluctuations on the chemical sector, with a recommendation to pay attention to companies benefiting from lower raw material costs due to declining oil prices [20][22]. Summary by Sections Chemical Industry Investment Suggestions - The report suggests monitoring the glyphosate industry for potential recovery, with a focus on companies like Jiangshan Co., Xingfa Group, and Yangnong Chemical [8][22]. - It highlights the importance of selecting stocks with good competitive dynamics and profitability, particularly in the lubricant additive and coal-to-olefins sectors [22]. Price Trends of Chemical Products - Significant price increases were noted for sulfur (10.77%), lithium battery electrolyte (10.53%), and sulfuric acid (9.09%) [19]. - Conversely, products like R22 saw a drastic price drop of 60.49%, indicating volatility in the market [19]. Market Dynamics - The report discusses the influence of geopolitical events, such as US sanctions on Russia, on international oil prices, which are expected to remain around $65 per barrel [20][24]. - It also mentions the mixed performance of the chemical industry due to varying demand across different sectors, with some areas like lubricants performing better than others [22].

Core Insights - The company reported strong financial performance for the first three quarters of 2025, with revenue of 4.43 billion yuan (up 45.7% year-on-year) and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.59 billion yuan (up 183.7% year-on-year) [1] - In Q3 alone, the company achieved revenue of 1.60 billion yuan (up 60.3% year-on-year) and a net profit of 600 million yuan (up 236.6% year-on-year) [1] Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company achieved a net profit of 1.58 billion yuan (up 188.0% year-on-year) [1] - Q3 sales gross margin was 52.9% (up 21.8 percentage points year-on-year) and net profit margin was 36.9% (up 19.4 percentage points year-on-year) [3] Market Trends - Q3 refrigerant prices continued to rise, with an average tax-inclusive price of 41,300 yuan/ton (up 55.6% year-on-year) [2] - The total sales of air conditioners in Q3 were 40.34 million units (down 37.2% quarter-on-quarter and down 2.5% year-on-year) [2] Regulatory Changes - The Ministry of Ecology and Environment announced a quota adjustment for 2026, increasing the adjustment ratio for different refrigerant types from 10% in 2025 to 30% [4] - The company is expected to benefit from the rising demand for third-generation refrigerants, with projected earnings of 2.22 billion, 3.21 billion, and 3.67 billion yuan for 2025-2027 [4]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the chemical raw materials industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The refrigerant market remains on an upward trend despite short-term information disturbances, indicating that the main upward movement is still ongoing, and investors should seize the layout opportunities [4][18] - The fluorochemical industry chain has entered a long-term prosperity cycle, with significant growth potential across various segments, including raw materials like fluorite, refrigerants, and high-end fluorinated materials [22][23] Summary by Sections 1. Fluorochemical Market Overview - The fluorochemical index increased by 6.59% during the week of October 27 to October 31, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 6.47% [6][25] - The average market price for fluorite (97% wet powder) was 3,496 CNY/ton as of October 31, down 2.18% from the previous week [7][34] 2. Refrigerant Market - As of October 31, the prices for various refrigerants were as follows: R32 at 63,000 CNY/ton, R125 at 45,500 CNY/ton, R134a at 54,000 CNY/ton, R410a at 53,500 CNY/ton, and R22 at 16,000 CNY/ton, with most prices remaining stable compared to the previous week [8][20] - The market for R32 and R134a shows a strong upward trend, while R125 is expected to remain stable in the short term [21] 3. Company Performance - Major companies such as Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., and Dongyangguang reported significant profit growth in Q3 2025, with Juhua achieving a net profit of 3.248 billion CNY, up 160.22% year-on-year [9][10] - Recommended stocks include Jinsih Resources, Juhua Co., Sanmei Co., and Haohua Technology, among others [10][23] 4. Market Dynamics - The fluorite market is currently experiencing a cautious atmosphere with low transaction volumes, as companies focus on digesting existing inventory [19][35] - The overall market sentiment is influenced by high inventory levels and strong performance in the sulfuric acid market, which adds pressure to fluorine chemical companies [19][35]

Group 1: Oil and Gas Industry - The conflict between the US and Venezuela is intensifying, leading to significant geopolitical impacts on oil prices [1] - The US Treasury announced sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, on October 22 [1] - The EU has banned Russian liquefied natural gas from entering the European market and lowered the price cap for Russian crude oil to $47.6 per barrel [1] - As a result of these factors, WTI oil prices fell to $61.5 per barrel, a decrease of 6.88%, while Brent oil prices dropped to $65.94 per barrel, down 7.59% [1] Group 2: Refrigerant Industry - Prices for refrigerants R32 and R134a have increased due to supply constraints from quota policies, with companies prioritizing long-term customer orders [2] - As of October 26, the price of R134a rose by 1,000 yuan per ton to 5.4 million yuan per ton, while R32 increased by 500 yuan per ton to 6.3 million yuan per ton [2] - Prices for R142b and R22 remained stable at 27,000 yuan per ton and 16,000 yuan per ton, respectively [2] Group 3: Explosives and Pesticides Industry - The civil explosives industry is experiencing accelerated consolidation as the "14th Five-Year Plan" approaches its conclusion [3] - Major projects such as the Yarlung Tsangpo project and the new shipping channel of the Three Gorges are expected to boost domestic demand [3] - The "Belt and Road" initiative is anticipated to help civil explosive companies expand overseas demand [3] - In the pesticide sector, safety production accidents among key enterprises may disrupt supply [3]

Group 1: Industry Trends - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes technological self-reliance and the focus on new materials and autonomous industrial chains, highlighting high-quality development as a priority [2] - The National Development and Reform Commission aims to accelerate the development of strategic emerging industries such as new energy, new materials, and aerospace, potentially creating several trillion-level markets [2] - The report indicates that the chemical new materials industry is entering a period of accelerated domestic substitution, with opportunities in semiconductor materials and high-end engineering plastics [2] Group 2: Market Performance - During the week of October 20-24, 2025, the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index rose by 3.24%, while the Shenwan Oil and Petrochemical Index increased by 4.33%, outperforming the market by 1.09 percentage points [3] - The Shenwan Basic Chemical Index rose by 2.14%, underperforming the market by 1.10 percentage points, with the oilfield services and other petrochemical sectors showing the highest gains [3] Group 3: Price Movements - Key price increases for the week included hydrochloric acid (19.05%), NYMEX natural gas (7.42%), and sulfur (6.57%), while significant price drops were seen in R22 (-21.69%) and propylene (-6.62%) [4][5] Group 4: Investment Recommendations - The supply side is expected to undergo structural optimization, with a focus on sectors with elastic and advantageous products, such as organic silicon and membrane materials [5] - The report suggests that domestic chemical enterprises are rapidly filling gaps in the international supply chain, driven by cost advantages and technological advancements [5] Group 5: Consumer Trends and Technological Development - New consumer trends are driving demand for health additives and sugar substitutes, with the food additive industry expected to expand due to supportive regulations [6] - The overall self-sufficiency rate of China's chemical new materials is about 56%, indicating a significant opportunity for domestic substitution in sectors like semiconductor materials and high-end additives [6]