Core Viewpoint - China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) aims to become a world-class energy resource group with distinct marine characteristics during the 14th Five-Year Plan and is setting ambitious goals for the 15th Five-Year Plan [4]. Group 1: Achievements and Future Goals - During the 14th Five-Year Plan, CNOOC made significant progress in energy security, quality improvement, and technological advancements, successfully completing major objectives [4]. - For the 15th Five-Year Plan, CNOOC will focus on high-quality development, enhancing core competitiveness, and ensuring energy security while addressing the challenges posed by international oil price fluctuations [4][5]. Group 2: Strategic Initiatives for the 15th Five-Year Plan - CNOOC plans to strengthen its oil and gas core business, enhance exploration and production capabilities, and accelerate overseas production [5]. - The company will refine its refining, chemical, and new materials sectors, optimize product structures, and improve fertilizer production [5]. - CNOOC aims to strategically develop "electricity-hydrogen-carbon" businesses and explore marine mineral resources [5]. Group 3: Operational Focus for 2026 - In 2026, CNOOC will prioritize domestic oil and gas production, enhance investment efficiency, and promote innovation through AI applications [6]. - The company will implement reforms to improve organizational management and ensure safety and environmental protection [7]. - CNOOC will strengthen compliance management and risk prevention measures, particularly in overseas operations [7].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" [1] Core Insights - The report highlights that geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding Iran, are significant factors influencing oil prices. The Brent and WTI oil prices were reported at $64.13 and $59.34 per barrel, respectively, as of January 16, 2026 [2][9]. Oil Price Overview - As of January 16, 2026, Brent crude futures settled at $64.13 per barrel, up $0.79 (+1.25%) from the previous week. WTI crude futures settled at $59.34 per barrel, up $0.22 (+0.37%). The Urals crude price remained stable at $65.49 per barrel, while ESPO crude rose by $0.49 (+0.98%) to $50.39 per barrel [2][26]. Offshore Drilling Services - As of January 12, 2026, the global number of offshore self-elevating drilling platforms was 377, an increase of 1 from the previous week. The number of floating drilling platforms was 130, also up by 1 [2][35]. U.S. Oil Supply - As of January 9, 2026, U.S. crude oil production was reported at 13.753 million barrels per day, a decrease of 58,000 barrels from the previous week. The number of active drilling rigs in the U.S. was 410, with an increase of 1 rig [2][49]. U.S. Oil Demand - U.S. refinery crude processing was 16.958 million barrels per day as of January 9, 2026, an increase of 49,000 barrels from the previous week. The refinery utilization rate was 95.30%, up 0.6 percentage points [2][57]. U.S. Oil Inventory - As of January 9, 2026, total U.S. crude oil inventories were 836 million barrels, an increase of 3.605 million barrels (+0.43%) from the previous week. Strategic oil inventories were 414 million barrels, up 214,000 barrels (+0.05%) [2][67]. Related Companies - Key companies mentioned include China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (Sinopec), and PetroChina [2][3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Strong Buy" rating for the oil and petrochemical sector [1]. Core Viewpoints - The uncertainty in the Middle East has increased, leading to a short-term strong fluctuation in oil prices. WTI crude futures closed up by 1.02% and Brent oil futures by 1.87% during the week of January 9 to January 16, 2026 [6]. - Geopolitical tensions, particularly involving Iran and the U.S., are significant factors affecting oil prices. Iran's oil inventory has reached record levels, equivalent to about 50 days of production, due to Western sanctions [6]. - The fluorochemical sector is expected to maintain high prosperity due to supply quota constraints and favorable demand driven by policy support. The production quota for HFCs in 2026 has increased by 5,963 tons year-on-year [6]. Summary by Sections Oil and Petrochemical - The report highlights the increased uncertainty in the Middle East, which is likely to impact oil prices in the short term. The geopolitical situation, including U.S. sanctions and military movements, is a critical factor [6][7]. - The report notes that domestic oil companies are diversifying their oil sources and integrating upstream and downstream operations to mitigate the impact of volatile international oil prices [7]. Fluorochemical - The fluorochemical sector is experiencing a favorable environment due to supply constraints and policy-driven demand. The production quotas for HFCs have been adjusted, with significant increases in specific categories [6][7]. - The report indicates that the demand for refrigerants is expected to grow, supported by national subsidy policies, with production of household air conditioners projected to increase by 11% year-on-year in January 2026 [6]. Semiconductor Materials - The semiconductor materials sector is on an upward cycle, with improving fundamentals and domestic substitution trends. The report suggests that there is potential for further price increases in this sector [7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the oil and petrochemical industry [5] Core Views - Geopolitical tensions, particularly regarding Iran, have driven significant fluctuations in oil prices, providing a favorable backdrop for oil price recovery [1] - OPEC+ is expected to cautiously increase production in 2026, which may help alleviate the oversupply situation in the oil market [2] - Global oil demand is projected to improve, with the chemical raw material demand expected to dominate the growth in 2026 [3] - The report expresses a positive long-term outlook for major Chinese oil companies and the oil service sector, emphasizing their resilience during price fluctuations [4] Summary by Sections Oil Supply and Demand - OPEC forecasts a demand increase of 1.38 million barrels per day in 2026, with a cautious production increase expected to improve the supply-demand balance [2] - The IEA has raised its 2026 global oil demand growth forecast to 860,000 barrels per day, attributing this to improved macroeconomic conditions [3] Price Trends - As of January 16, 2026, Brent and WTI crude oil futures closed at $64.20 and $59.22 per barrel, reflecting increases of 1.9% and 0.7% respectively from the previous week [1] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on major Chinese oil companies, including China National Petroleum Corporation, Sinopec, and CNOOC, as well as their associated oil service engineering firms [4]

Report Overview - Report Title: Crude Oil Weekly Report: International Oil Prices Fluctuated and Rose Supported by Concerns over Iranian Supply - Report Date: January 18, 2026 - Chief Analyst: Chen Shuxian, CFA - Analyst: Zhou Shaowen 1. Report Industry Investment Rating No industry investment rating information is provided in the report. 2. Report Core View The report mainly presents the weekly data of crude oil and refined oil in the United States, including prices, inventories, production, demand, and import and export volumes. It also provides the performance and valuation of related listed companies, and recommends a number of oil - related companies [2][3]. 3. Summary by Directory 3.1 Crude Oil Weekly Data Briefing - **Upstream Key Company Performance**: The report shows the recent performance of upstream key companies such as CNOOC, PetroChina, and Sinopec, including stock price changes in the past week, month, quarter, year, and year - to - date. It also provides the valuation of these companies, including total market value, net profit attributable to the parent company, P/E ratio, and P/B ratio [8]. - **Crude Oil Market**: Brent and WTI crude oil futures had average weekly prices of $64.8 and $60.3 per barrel respectively, up $3.2 and $2.6 from the previous week. The total US crude oil inventory, commercial crude oil inventory, strategic crude oil inventory, and Cushing crude oil inventory were 8.4 billion, 4.2 billion, 4.1 billion, and 0.2 billion barrels respectively, with a week - on - week increase of 361, 339, 21, and 75 barrels. US crude oil production was 13.75 million barrels per day, down 60,000 barrels per day week - on - week. The number of active US crude oil rigs was 410, up 1 week - on - week, and the number of active fracturing fleets was 156, up 4 week - on - week. US refinery crude oil processing volume was 16.96 million barrels per day, up 50,000 barrels per day week - on - week, and the refinery operating rate was 95.3%, up 0.6 percentage points week - on - week. US crude oil imports, exports, and net imports were 7.09 million, 4.31 million, and 2.79 million barrels per day respectively, up 750,000, 40,000, and 710,000 barrels per day week - on - week [2][8]. - **Refined Oil Market**: The average weekly prices of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel were $76, $92, and $89 per barrel respectively, with a week - on - week change of +$3.0, +$3.5, and -$5.1. The inventory of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel was 250 million, 130 million, and 40 million barrels respectively, with a week - on - week change of +8.98 million, -30,000, and -890,000 barrels. The production of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel was 9.03 million, 5.3 million, and 1.85 million barrels per day respectively, with a week - on - week change of +30,000, -20,000, and -20,000 barrels. The consumption of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel was 8.3 million, 4.1 million, and 1.88 million barrels per day respectively, with a week - on - week change of +130,000, +900,000, and +180,000 barrels. The import, export, and net export of US gasoline were 130,000, 860,000, and 730,000 barrels per day respectively, with a week - on - week change of +30,000, -110,000, and -130,000 barrels. Similar data is also provided for diesel and jet fuel [2][9]. - **Oil Service Market**: The average weekly daily rates of self - elevating offshore drilling platforms and semi - submersible offshore drilling platforms remained unchanged week - on - week, month - on - month, and quarter - on - quarter [9]. 3.2 This Week's Petroleum and Petrochemical Sector Market Review - **Petroleum and Petrochemical Sector Performance**: The report presents the performance of the petroleum and petrochemical sector, including the sector's overall performance and the performance of its sub - industries. However, specific numerical data is not fully presented in the provided text [11]. - **Listed Company Performance in the Sector**: The report shows the stock price changes of upstream companies in the sector, including CNOOC, PetroChina, Sinopec, and other companies, in the past week, month, quarter, year, and year - to - date. It also provides the valuation of these companies, including total market value, net profit attributable to the parent company, P/E ratio, and P/B ratio [22][23]. 3.3 Crude Oil Sector Data Tracking - **Crude Oil Price**: The report shows the prices of various crude oils such as Brent, WTI, Russian Urals, and Russian ESPO, as well as their price differences. It also analyzes the relationship between the US dollar index, LME copper price, and WTI crude oil price [8][9]. - **Crude Oil Inventory**: It presents the inventory data of US crude oil, including total inventory, commercial inventory, strategic inventory, and Cushing inventory, and analyzes the relationship between US commercial crude oil inventory and oil prices [8][41]. - **Crude Oil Supply**: It shows the production data of US crude oil, including production volume, the number of drilling rigs, and the number of fracturing fleets, and analyzes the relationship between the number of drilling rigs, fracturing fleets, and oil prices [8][60]. - **Crude Oil Demand**: It presents the crude oil processing volume and operating rate of US refineries, as well as the operating rates of Chinese local and major refineries [8]. - **Crude Oil Import and Export**: It shows the import, export, and net import data of US crude oil and petroleum products [8]. 3.4 Refined Oil Sector Data Tracking - **Refined Oil Price**: It analyzes the relationship between international oil prices and domestic gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel prices, and presents the prices and price differences of refined oils in different regions such as the US, Europe, and Singapore [9][91]. - **Refined Oil Inventory**: It shows the inventory data of US and Singapore gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel [9]. - **Refined Oil Supply**: It presents the production data of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel [9]. - **Refined Oil Demand**: It shows the consumption data of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel, as well as the number of airport security checks of US passengers [9][150]. - **Refined Oil Import and Export**: It shows the import, export, and net export data of US gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel [9]. 3.5 Oil Service Sector Data Tracking The report presents the average daily rates of self - elevating and semi - submersible offshore drilling platforms [9]. 3.6 Related Listed Companies - **Recommended Companies**: CNOOC/China National Offshore Oil Corporation (600938.SH/0883.HK), PetroChina/PetroChina Company Limited (601857.SH/0857.HK), Sinopec/China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (600028.SH/0386.HK), CNOOC Energy Technology & Services Limited (601808.SH), Offshore Oil Engineering Co., Ltd. (600583.SH), CNOOC Development Co., Ltd. (600968.SH) [3]. - **Companies to Watch**: Sinopec Oilfield Service Corporation (600871.SH/1033.HK), China Petroleum Engineering & Construction Corporation (600339.SH), Sinopec Machinery Co., Ltd. (000852.SZ) [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the industry [1] Core Insights - The report emphasizes the commitment of the China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC) to build a world-class energy group with distinct marine characteristics during the "14th Five-Year Plan" and outlines the strategic direction for the "15th Five-Year Plan" [4][5] - CNOOC aims to enhance its energy security capabilities, improve operational efficiency, and foster innovation while addressing challenges posed by external market conditions [4][6] - The company plans to focus on high-quality development, technological innovation, and digital transformation to strengthen its core competitiveness and contribute to national energy security [5][6] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - CNOOC has established a comprehensive marine energy development system, covering conventional oil and gas, deepwater oil and gas, LNG, and offshore wind power, positioning itself as a leader in marine energy development in China [8] Strategic Goals for the "15th Five-Year Plan" - CNOOC will focus on eight key areas: enhancing oil and gas exploration and production, refining and chemical industries, sales and trade of oil and gas products, strategic development of "electricity-hydrogen-carbon" businesses, exploration of marine mineral resources, improving technical service capabilities, enhancing financial service capabilities, and boosting technological innovation [6][7] Performance and Financial Outlook - CNOOC's oil production is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.0% from 2021 to 2024, while natural gas production is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5% [9] - The company has shown resilience in performance during periods of declining oil prices, with significant improvements in free cash flow exceeding 100 billion yuan from 2022 to 2023 [9] - CNOOC plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of no less than 45% from 2025 to 2027, highlighting its commitment to returning value to investors [9] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on CNOOC and its subsidiaries, including CNOOC Oilfield Services, CNOOC Engineering, and CNOOC Development, due to their integrated advantages across the oil and gas value chain and strong growth potential [11]

Core Viewpoint - The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) disclosed the salary information of over 80 central enterprise leaders for the year 2024, indicating a stable salary range without extreme high salaries, showcasing significant industry differentiation [1][5]. Group 1: Salary Disclosure - The disclosure of salary information is part of SASAC's ongoing efforts to enhance transparency in key areas and respond to public concerns [2]. - The overall salary of central enterprise leaders in 2024 remains within a stable range, characterized by "top leaders leading, median concentration, and low compliance," with no extreme high salary phenomena observed [5]. Group 2: Salary Rankings - The top tier of salaries is dominated by leaders from telecommunications and energy central enterprises, with China Mobile's former chairman Yang Jie leading with a pre-tax salary of 1.2582 million yuan, followed by China Telecom and China Unicom chairmen with salaries of 1.2160 million yuan and 1.2101 million yuan respectively [6]. - In the energy sector, PetroChina's chairman Dai Houliang and general manager Hou Qijun both have an annual salary of 978,500 yuan, ranking first among energy central enterprises [7]. - Other notable salaries include China Huaneng Group's chairman Wen Shugang at 961,700 yuan and State Power Investment Corporation's chairman Yu Bing at 953,700 yuan, both of whom are also in the top tier [8]. Group 3: Salary Distribution - The second tier includes core central enterprises in electricity, construction, and automotive industries, with notable figures such as State Grid's chairman Zhang Zhigang earning 735,000 yuan and China National Nuclear Corporation's chairman Yang Changli earning 930,000 yuan [15]. - The third tier consists of central enterprises with strong public welfare attributes, such as China Forestry Group's chairman Shan Zhongli and Overseas Chinese Town Group's chairman Zhang Zhenggao, both earning 438,500 yuan, which is below the average level for central enterprises [16]. Group 4: Salary Variability - Within the same industry, the salary differences among central enterprise executives are manageable, with the highest annual salary for energy central enterprise chairmen (PetroChina at 978,500 yuan) and the lowest (National Pipeline Network at 872,900 yuan) showing a difference of about 100,000 yuan [20].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the following companies: China National Petroleum Corporation (PetroChina), China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), Sinopec Limited, Zhongman Petroleum, and New Natural Gas [2][3]. Core Insights - The report highlights that geopolitical tensions, particularly between the US and Iran, are driving oil prices to fluctuate within a narrow range, with a slight increase observed in the past week. The market is currently facing concerns over supply surplus, which is expected to dominate oil price movements in the short term [7][10]. - The report suggests three main investment themes: 1. Focus on industry leaders with stable performance and high dividends, specifically PetroChina and Sinopec. 2. CNOOC is recommended due to its low production costs and consistent output growth, which enhances earnings certainty. 3. New Natural Gas and Zhongman Petroleum are highlighted for their growth potential in production, supported by domestic policies encouraging oil and gas exploration [12][13]. Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Insights - The report discusses the impact of the US-Iran situation on oil prices, noting a slight increase in Brent crude prices to $64.13 per barrel, up 1.25% week-on-week, and WTI prices at $59.44 per barrel, up 0.54% [11][12]. 2. Market Performance - As of January 16, the oil and petrochemical sector saw a slight decline of 0.4%, while the broader market (CSI 300) fell by 0.6%. The report notes that the petrochemical sector outperformed the CSI 300 index [15][17]. 3. Industry Dynamics - The report outlines various geopolitical events affecting oil supply, including disruptions in Kazakhstan and developments in Venezuela's oil production. It also mentions the expected oil production figures from Azerbaijan for 2025 [24][25]. 4. Company Performance - The report lists the top-performing companies in the petrochemical sector, with Bohai Chemical leading with a 15.54% increase, while Shengtong Energy experienced the largest decline at 14.94% [21][22]. 5. Oil and Gas Price Tracking - The report provides detailed tracking of oil and gas prices, indicating fluctuations in both futures and spot prices. For instance, NYMEX natural gas futures closed at $3.11 per million British thermal units, down 1.02% week-on-week [50][51].

Core Viewpoint - The recent disclosure of salary information for over 80 central enterprises by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) highlights the structure, level, and distribution of executive compensation, reflecting a commitment to transparency and accountability in state-owned enterprises [2][3]. Salary Structure and Distribution - The highest annual salary for a central enterprise leader in 2024 is 978,500 yuan, held by the chairman of PetroChina, Dai Houliang, followed closely by the former chairman of China Mobile at 972,100 yuan and the former chairman of CNOOC at 966,900 yuan, all from the energy and communication sectors [3]. - Overall, the salary distribution among central enterprise leaders shows a clear stratification, closely related to the industry characteristics and operational challenges, with energy and communication sectors leading in compensation [4]. - Leaders of energy and power central enterprises, such as Huaneng Group and China Southern Power Grid, have salaries exceeding 950,000 yuan, while those in construction, manufacturing, and logistics typically earn between 600,000 and 950,000 yuan, and those in public service sectors earn between 400,000 and 600,000 yuan [3][4]. Industry Differences - There are significant salary disparities among central enterprises based on industry, with energy and communication sectors commanding higher salaries due to their monopolistic nature and substantial impact on the national economy, while sectors like forestry and pharmaceuticals, which focus on social welfare, tend to have lower compensation levels [4]. - Some central enterprises involved in overseas operations, such as China Resources Group, have additional overseas allowances that increase their overall compensation, with the highest total compensation reaching 1,351,200 yuan [4]. Salary Reform and Mechanism - The salary structure for central enterprise leaders consists of a basic salary, performance-based salary, and long-term incentive income, with performance evaluations directly influencing compensation [5][9]. - The 2024 salary determination aligns with the SASAC's performance reform direction, ensuring that compensation is closely tied to performance, with a significant portion of salaries being variable based on performance outcomes [9][10]. - The mechanism for salary determination includes comprehensive assessments of various factors, including safety, social responsibility, and innovation, with penalties for significant operational failures [10]. Transparency and Accountability - The recent salary disclosure is part of ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and accountability in central enterprises, with detailed public reporting of executive names, positions, salaries, and benefits [10]. - To improve public trust, it is suggested that the disclosure should also include the rationale behind salary structures and performance evaluations, not just the figures [10].

Core Insights - The State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) disclosed the 2024 salary information for 87 central enterprises, revealing that 20 of them have annual salaries exceeding 900,000 yuan, primarily in the energy and power sector [1][4]. Group 1: Salary Disclosure - SASAC published salary data for 87 central enterprises, with notable omissions such as China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation and China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation [1]. - Among the disclosed enterprises, 20 have annual salaries exceeding 900,000 yuan, with a concentration in the energy and power industries [1][4]. - Nine enterprises headquartered in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area also reported salaries, with four exceeding 900,000 yuan [1][9]. Group 2: Top Earners - The highest reported salary is 980,000 yuan for Zhang Zhigang, Chairman of State Grid Corporation, whose salary is split due to a change in position during the year [4][7]. - Other top earners include Dai Houliang from China National Petroleum Corporation at 978,500 yuan, and Wang Dongjin from China National Offshore Oil Corporation at 966,900 yuan [4][7]. - A total of nine enterprises have salaries exceeding 950,000 yuan, all primarily in the energy sector [4][7]. Group 3: Performance Metrics - State Grid Corporation reported a total revenue of 3,945.928 billion yuan and a net profit of 77.298 billion yuan for 2024 [7]. - China Telecom achieved a revenue of 523.6 billion yuan in 2024, marking a 3.1% year-on-year increase [7]. - The performance of these enterprises aligns with SASAC's A-grade assessment for operational performance for the 2024 fiscal year [7]. Group 4: Regional Insights - In the Greater Bay Area, China Southern Power Grid, China Resources Group, China Merchants Group, and China General Nuclear Power Group reported salaries exceeding 900,000 yuan [9][10]. - China Southern Power Grid's Chairman earned 958,300 yuan, while China Resources Group's Chairman received 951,200 yuan, including overseas allowances [9][10]. - China Merchants Group's Chairman reported a salary of 946,400 yuan, also including overseas work allowances [10].