SCIE(SH:600546)2025-12-01 00:49Summary of Shanxi Coal International Conference Call Company Overview - Company: Shanxi Coal International - Industry: Coal Production Key Points Production and Sales Forecast - Shanxi Coal International expects coal production to remain between 35-36 million tons in 2025, aligning with production capacity [2][3] - Sales target for 2025 is set at 26-27 million tons, with metallurgical coal sold based on market conditions and thermal coal primarily for supply assurance [2][3] Regulatory Environment - The impact of Shanxi Province's safety and environmental policies on production is expected to diminish starting January 2025, with regulatory intensity anticipated to remain similar to 2024 [2][5] Cost Control - Cost control has been effective, with costs dropping to 230 RMB/ton in Q3 2025, and an expected average cost below 300 RMB/ton for the year, down from 308 RMB/ton in 2024 [2][7] - The company attributes cost reductions to stable sales, passive cost reductions due to declining performance, and strict expense management [7] Price Expectations - Thermal coal prices are projected to fluctuate between 700-800 RMB/ton from December to Q1 2026, with limited demand growth and supply-side reforms influencing this stability [2][8] - For 2026, thermal coal prices are expected to range from 700-900 RMB/ton, with a central tendency around 750-800 RMB/ton [4][12] Inventory Management - Coal inventory was high at over 3 million tons in Q1 2025 but has decreased significantly by Q3, with expectations of returning to a reasonable level of around 300,000 tons by December [10] Import Policies - The company anticipates that if domestic demand weakens, there may be tighter controls on coal imports, which have been increasing but are expected to stabilize [11] Resource Development - Shanxi Coal International is actively monitoring resource release opportunities in Shanxi Province, with plans to pursue new mining rights as they become available [13] Market Dynamics - The company notes that the demand for thermal coal is stable, and the supply-side adjustments over the past two years have limited growth in new production capacity, reducing the likelihood of significant price fluctuations [12] Conclusion - Overall, Shanxi Coal International is positioned to maintain stable production and sales in the coming years, with effective cost management and a favorable regulatory environment contributing to its outlook. The company is also strategically focused on resource acquisition to support future growth.