Group 1 - The coal ETF (515220) experienced a decline of 1.12%, closing at 1.151 yuan with a trading volume of 303 million yuan [1] - Major holdings in the coal ETF showed mixed performance, with China Shenhua down 2.42%, Shaanxi Coal and Chemical Industry down 2.44%, and Yanzhou Coal Mining down 0.80%, while Shanxi Coking Coal increased by 0.28% [1] - The coal ETF's performance benchmark is the CSI Coal Index return, managed by Guotai Asset Management, with a return of 172.28% since its inception on January 20, 2020, and a return of 6.49% over the past month [1]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating for the coal industry [2] Core Insights - The report anticipates a significant resurgence in U.S. coal demand, driven by the abandonment of decarbonization policies under the Trump administration, which is expected to lead to a 12.4% increase in coal consumption over the next decade [10][11] - The U.S. coal industry is at a historical turning point, with a projected increase in coal demand of 12-15 million tons by 2025 due to rising electricity needs driven by AI and extreme climate impacts [11][39] - The report emphasizes the importance of coal and natural gas as reliable baseload energy sources to address the electricity shortages exacerbated by AI-driven demand [10][31] Summary by Sections Investment Overview - The report highlights the critical role of clean coal resources in meeting rising electricity demand due to domestic manufacturing and AI data processing centers [9] U.S. Electricity Shortage and Energy Cycle - The U.S. is facing a dual challenge of both electricity load and quantity shortages, with coal and natural gas identified as key solutions [31] - The report predicts that by 2030, U.S. electricity demand will exceed 5.1 trillion kWh, with AI data centers contributing significantly to this increase [16][18] U.S. Coal Market Outlook - The report forecasts that 2025 will mark a turning point for the U.S. coal industry, with a projected increase in coal consumption and a shift towards coal-fired power generation [39][40] - It is expected that coal demand will peak around 2028, with an increase of 12-15 million short tons compared to 2024 [46] Supply Solutions for U.S. Coal - The report suggests that domestic production capacity is limited, and the most direct solution to meet rising demand is to convert approximately 50 million tons of coal exports to domestic sales [12] - The report anticipates that the U.S. may need to increase coal imports by 20-50 million tons to balance the global coal supply-demand equation [12][25] Beneficiary Companies - Recommended companies benefiting from this trend include Peabody Energy, Core Natural Resources, and Alliance Resource Partners, along with several leading Chinese coal companies [13][14]

Core Viewpoint - Huayang Co., Ltd. has shown a significant increase in stock price and trading volume, indicating positive market sentiment despite recent declines in revenue and profit [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - On February 9, Huayang Co., Ltd. saw a stock price increase of 2.03%, reaching 9.55 yuan per share, with a trading volume of 203 million yuan and a turnover rate of 0.59%, resulting in a total market capitalization of 34.45 billion yuan [1]. - Year-to-date, the stock price has risen by 15.62%, with a 7.67% increase over the last five trading days, an 11.05% increase over the last 20 days, and a 10.15% increase over the last 60 days [1]. Group 2: Company Overview - Huayang Co., Ltd., established on December 30, 1999, and listed on August 21, 2003, is primarily engaged in coal production, processing, sales, electricity generation, solar power generation, and related services [2]. - The company's revenue composition includes: raw coal (52.34%), other (13.21%), washed block coal (9.84%), purchased coal (9.50%), electricity supply (7.39%), washed raw coal (6.05%), coal slurry (1.35%), and heating (0.33%) [2]. - The company operates within the coal mining sector and is involved in various concept sectors including coal chemical, photovoltaic glass, and solar energy [2]. Group 3: Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Huayang Co., Ltd. reported a revenue of 16.96 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.85%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.12 billion yuan, down 38.20% year-on-year [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 12.93 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 5.81 billion yuan distributed over the last three years [3]. Group 4: Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, the number of shareholders of Huayang Co., Ltd. was 99,000, with an average of 36,439 circulating shares per person [2]. - Major shareholders include Guotai Junan CSI Coal ETF, holding 71.33 million shares, and Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, holding 43.74 million shares, both of which have increased their holdings [3].

Group 1: Coal Prices - Qinhuangdao port thermal coal (Q5500) price increased to 692 CNY/ton, up 1 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 7 [1] - Datong thermal coal price (Q5500) decreased to 567 CNY/ton, down 1 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [1] - International thermal coal prices: Newcastle NEWC5500 at 76.3 USD/ton, up 1.5 USD/ton week-on-week; ARA6000 at 101.6 USD/ton, down 1.5 USD/ton [1] Group 2: Coking Coal Prices - Beijing Tangshan port coking coal price decreased to 1700 CNY/ton, down 80 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [2] - Linfen coking coal price decreased to 1570 CNY/ton, down 80 CNY/ton week-on-week as of February 6 [2] - Australian hard coking coal price at 265.6 USD/ton, up 1.5 USD/ton week-on-week as of February 5 [2] Group 3: Production and Consumption - Sample thermal coal mine capacity utilization at 87.5%, down 0.8 percentage points week-on-week; coking coal mine utilization at 86.67%, down 2.5 percentage points [2] - Coastal provinces' coal consumption decreased by 16.3 million tons/day, down 7.22% week-on-week as of February 4 [3] - Inland provinces' coal consumption decreased by 81.8 million tons/day, down 18.1% week-on-week as of February 4 [3] Group 4: Market Outlook - Current coal market is at the beginning of a new upward cycle, with fundamental and policy support [4] - Indonesian government reduced coal production quotas by 40% to 70% compared to 2025 levels, impacting global coal supply [4] - Domestic coal supply is expected to remain constrained, with potential for price recovery due to demand resilience [5] Group 5: Investment Recommendations - Coal sector remains attractive due to high performance, cash flow, and dividends; recommended to focus on quality coal companies [6] - Suggested companies include China Shenhua, Shaanxi Coal, and Yancoal Australia among others [6] - Emphasis on the importance of coal assets as they are undervalued and have high potential for appreciation [5]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the coal industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report indicates that coal prices are expected to recover gradually to a reasonable price level of around 750 CNY/ton, influenced by supply constraints and increasing demand due to seasonal factors [3][5] - The report highlights that the price of thermal coal has reached a turning point, with a projected upward trajectory supported by policy adjustments and market dynamics [5][14] - The focus on both cyclical recovery and dividend stability presents a dual investment logic for coal stocks, suggesting that now is an opportune time for investment [6][15] Summary by Sections Investment Logic - Thermal coal prices are expected to rise through a four-step process: repairing central and local long-term contracts, reaching the coal-electricity profit-sharing line, and potentially exceeding the breakeven point for power plants, estimated at 860 CNY [5][14] - Coking coal prices are more influenced by supply-demand fundamentals, with target prices based on the ratio of coking coal to thermal coal prices [5][14] Key Market Indicators - As of February 6, the price of Qinhuangdao Q5500 thermal coal was 695 CNY/ton, reflecting a slight increase of 3 CNY from the previous week [3][20] - The report notes a decrease in the production rate of coal mines, with the operating rate for 442 coal mines in Shanxi, Shaanxi, and Inner Mongolia at 82.7% [20][21] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests four main lines for selecting coal stocks: 1. Cyclical logic: companies like Jinko Coal and Yanzhou Coal 2. Dividend logic: China Shenhua and Zhongmei Energy 3. Diversified aluminum elasticity: Shenhuo Co. and Electric Power Investment 4. Growth logic: Xinjie Energy and Guanghui Energy [6][15] Company Performance - The coal index experienced a slight decline of 0.62%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.71 percentage points [8][24] - Major coal companies showed varied performance, with some experiencing significant gains while others faced declines [24][26]

Group 1 - Shanxi province is a significant comprehensive energy base in China, with an average daily raw coal production exceeding 3.5 million tons, providing strong support for heating and power supply in North China [1] - Huayang Group's mine has an annual production capacity of 8.5 million tons and is recognized as one of the first intelligent demonstration coal mines in the country [5] - The intelligent mining system allows for a single operator to control the coal cutting machine remotely, significantly reducing the workforce needed and increasing daily coal output by 1,000 tons compared to previous operations [5] Group 2 - Young miners, like Wang Shuai, are bringing new technologies and vitality to the industry, contributing to the modernization and efficiency of coal mining operations [7] - The implementation of a smart dust reduction and cooling system has improved operational efficiency, allowing issues that previously took hours to resolve to be addressed in just a few minutes [5]

Core Viewpoints - The coal market is experiencing a slight recovery, with the advantage of imported coal narrowing further [7][81] - The overall profitability of the coal mining industry is expected to improve in 2026 after a significant decline in 2025 [7][84] Market Dynamics - The CCI5500 thermal coal index reported at 698 RMB/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 2 RMB/ton [13][82] - The average daily consumption of coal in coastal power plants is 208,000 tons, with a stock availability of 15.4 days [22][28] - The coal inventory at major ports decreased by 5.5% week-on-week, indicating a tightening supply [22][28] Industry Insights - The coal mining industry saw a profit total of 352 billion RMB in 2025, a year-on-year decline of 42% [7][84] - The expected supply-demand balance in 2026 is anticipated to support coal prices, with a significant reduction in supply growth [7][84] - The long-term contracts for coal supply in 2026 are expected to enhance the fulfillment rate due to increased market factors [84][85] Key Companies - Major companies with stable dividends include China Shenhua, Yanzhou Coal, and Shaanxi Coal [7] - Companies benefiting from improved demand expectations and supply contraction include Huabei Mining and Shanxi Coking Coal [7] - Companies with long-term growth potential include Huayang Co., New Energy Co., and Baofeng Energy [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for several companies in the coal industry, including 晋控煤业, 山煤国际, 潞安环能, 华阳股份, 兖矿能源, 中国神华, 陕西煤业, 中煤能源, and 中广核矿业 [2][14] Core Insights - The reduction in coal production in Indonesia has heightened expectations for supply contraction, which is anticipated to positively impact coal prices post-holiday [6][9] - The report forecasts that coal prices may return to a seasonal fluctuation range of 750-1000 RMB/ton, driven by domestic capacity reductions and Indonesian production cuts [9][10] - The report highlights the importance of companies with high spot market exposure and improved balance sheets, particularly those in Shanxi province, which are expected to be less affected by production limits [9][14] Summary by Sections Company Earnings Forecasts, Valuation, and Ratings - 晋控煤业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.68 RMB, PE for 2024A is 9, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 山煤国际: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.14 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 潞安环能: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.82 RMB, PE for 2024A is 16, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 华阳股份: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.62 RMB, PE for 2024A is 15, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 兖矿能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.44 RMB, PE for 2024A is 11, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中国神华: EPS forecast for 2024A is 2.95 RMB, PE for 2024A is 14, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 陕西煤业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 2.31 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中煤能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.46 RMB, PE for 2024A is 10, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 中广核矿业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.04 HKD, PE for 2024A is 93, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 新集能源: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.92 RMB, PE for 2024A is 8, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 淮北矿业: EPS forecast for 2024A is 1.80 RMB, PE for 2024A is 7, rated as "Recommended" [2] - 兰花科创: EPS forecast for 2024A is 0.49 RMB, PE for 2024A is 13, rated as "Cautiously Recommended" [2] Market Dynamics - The coal market has seen a slight increase in prices due to ongoing supply constraints and decreasing port inventories, with expectations for a price surge post-holiday as downstream operations resume [9][10] - The report notes that the coal consumption by power plants remains high, despite a week-on-week decrease, indicating strong demand [12] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring coal price trends and the performance of coal companies in light of changing market conditions [10][19]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained at "Overweight" [2][26]. Core Insights - The report highlights that Indonesia's coal production is expected to decline significantly in 2026 due to the revision of the RKAB quota, with production set at approximately 600 million tons, a notable decrease from 740 million tons in 2025 [6][7]. - The reduction in coal production is anticipated to lead to a tightening of coal supply, which may drive up global coal prices, particularly for thermal coal [7]. - The Indonesian government is implementing policies to control coal production and exports, aiming to enhance domestic energy security and increase fiscal revenue through coal export taxes [7]. Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The total number of listed companies in the coal industry is 37, with a total market capitalization of approximately 198.55 billion yuan and a circulating market capitalization of about 194.41 billion yuan [2]. Regulatory Changes - The Indonesian Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources is reviewing the RKAB quotas, which are crucial for coal mining operations. The approval rate for the first batch of RKAB in 2026 was only 71.49%, with significant reductions in approved quotas for many companies [6][7]. Market Dynamics - The report notes that the domestic market obligation (DMO) will be adjusted to ensure local demand is met before allowing coal exports. The DMO demand is expected to remain above 250 million tons [7]. - The report predicts that Indonesia's coal exports will face substantial declines starting in Q2 2026, which will further constrain global coal supply and potentially elevate prices [7]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on high-elasticity stocks in the thermal coal sector, including companies like Yanzhou Coal Mining Company, Huayang Co., and others, as they are expected to benefit from rising coal prices [7].

Core Viewpoint - Huayang Co., Ltd. has shown a positive stock performance with a year-to-date increase of 14.65% and a market capitalization of 34.163 billion yuan as of February 6 [1] Financial Performance - For the period from January to September 2025, Huayang Co., Ltd. reported a revenue of 16.956 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.85%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.124 billion yuan, down 38.20% year-on-year [2] Stock Performance and Trading Activity - As of February 6, Huayang Co., Ltd.'s stock price was 9.47 yuan per share, with a trading volume of 2.47 billion yuan and a turnover rate of 0.73% [1] - The stock has seen a net inflow of main funds amounting to 26.1304 million yuan, with significant buying activity from large orders [1] Shareholder Information - As of January 30, 2025, the number of shareholders for Huayang Co., Ltd. was 99,000, with an average of 36,439 circulating shares per shareholder [2] - Major shareholders include Guotai Junan CSI Coal ETF and Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, with notable increases in their holdings [3] Business Overview - Huayang Co., Ltd. is primarily engaged in coal production, processing, and sales, as well as power generation and solar energy businesses [1] - The company's revenue composition includes 52.34% from raw coal, 13.21% from other sources, and smaller percentages from various coal products and electricity sales [1] Dividend Information - Since its A-share listing, Huayang Co., Ltd. has distributed a total of 12.930 billion yuan in dividends, with 5.814 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [3]