Investment Rating - Strong Buy (Maintained) with a target price of HKD 16.6 [1] Core Views - Revenue growth in 1H24 was in line with expectations, with traditional exterior parts slightly exceeding expectations and battery box business slightly below expectations [1] - Net profit growth in 1H24 was in line with expectations, with stable gross margins and increased expenses due to rising freight costs [1] - Future growth is expected to be driven by the battery box business and other new products, with a stable growth outlook [1] - Adjusted net profit forecasts for 2024-2025 to RMB 2.2 billion and RMB 2.58 billion, respectively, and introduced a 2026 forecast of RMB 3.1 billion [1] Financial Performance - 1H24 revenue: RMB 11.1 billion, +14% YoY, +2.9% QoQ [1] - 1H24 net profit: RMB 1.07 billion, +20% YoY, +5.1% QoQ [1] - Gross margin: 28.5%, +2.2PP YoY, flat QoQ [1] - Sales expense ratio: 4.8%, +0.8PP QoQ due to rising freight costs [1] - Management expense ratio: 6.7%, -1.0PP QoQ [1] - R&D expense ratio: 6.4%, -1.0PP QoQ [1] Business Segments - Traditional exterior parts revenue: RMB 7.8 billion, +10% YoY, -7% QoQ [1] - Metal and trim: RMB 2.5 billion, +1.2% YoY [1] - Plastic parts: RMB 2.8 billion, +14% YoY [1] - Aluminum parts: RMB 2.4 billion, +14% YoY [1] - Battery box and structural parts revenue: RMB 2.4 billion, +33% YoY, +24% QoQ [1] Future Outlook - Growth is expected to be driven by the battery box business and other new products [1] - The company is expanding its product categories in structural parts and traditional exterior parts to hedge against joint venture customers [1] - The company benefits from improved gross margins and expense ratios due to new business growth and the end of a high-intensity investment cycle [1] Valuation and Forecasts - 2024E revenue: RMB 24.123 billion, +17.5% YoY [2] - 2025E revenue: RMB 28.232 billion, +17.0% YoY [2] - 2026E revenue: RMB 33.091 billion, +17.2% YoY [2] - 2024E net profit: RMB 2.201 billion, +15.7% YoY [2] - 2025E net profit: RMB 2.577 billion, +17.1% YoY [2] - 2026E net profit: RMB 3.1 billion, +20.3% YoY [2] - 2024E PE: 5.9x, 2025E PE: 5.0x, 2026E PE: 4.2x [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company achieved steady growth in the first half of 2024, with revenue reaching 11.09 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 13.8%, and net profit attributable to the parent company reaching 1.068 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.4% [3] - The company made significant breakthroughs in the body and chassis structural components business, expanding its market share with key clients such as Honda, Geely, and Stellantis, and securing new orders for subframes and electric control/motor housings [3] - The company plans to repurchase up to 116,199,359 shares, with a maximum budget of 500 million HKD, to be executed based on market conditions [3] - The diversified product portfolio and balanced customer structure are expected to support long-term sustainable growth, with projected net profits of 2.18 billion yuan, 2.49 billion yuan, and 2.94 billion yuan for 2024-2026, respectively [3] Financial Performance - Revenue for 2024 is forecasted to be 24.247 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 18.1%, and net profit is expected to reach 2.184 billion yuan, a 14.7% increase [4] - Gross margin for 2024 is projected to be 27.4%, with a net margin of 9.01% [4] - ROE is expected to improve from 10.39% in 2023 to 11.34% in 2026 [4] - EPS for 2024 is forecasted to be 1.88 yuan, increasing to 2.53 yuan by 2026 [4] Valuation and Peer Comparison - The company's 2024 PE ratio is estimated to be 6.44x, with a PB ratio of 0.69x [7] - Compared to peers, the company's valuation is relatively attractive, with a mean PE ratio of 15.9x for 2024 among comparable companies [5] Financial Position - The company's asset-liability ratio decreased to 26.9% in the first half of 2024, down by 1.5 percentage points year-on-year [3] - Cash flow from operating activities is expected to improve significantly, from 1.513 billion yuan in 2024 to 2.993 billion yuan in 2026 [7] - Total assets are projected to grow from 37.547 billion yuan in 2023 to 50.066 billion yuan in 2026 [8] Market Performance - The stock's absolute return over the past 3 months was -16.0%, underperforming the CSI 300 index by 11.2% [2] - The stock's 52-week price range is between 9.60 HKD and 23.95 HKD, with a current price of 12.10 HKD as of May 28, 2024 [1]

Financial Performance - Revenue increased by approximately 13.8%, reaching approximately RMB 11,090 million compared to RMB 9,747 million in the same period of 2023[2] - Gross profit margin improved to approximately 28.5% from 26.3% in the same period of 2023[2] - Profit attributable to owners of the company grew by approximately 20.4%, amounting to approximately RMB 1,068 million compared to RMB 887 million in the same period of 2023[2] - Basic earnings per share were approximately RMB 0.928, up from RMB 0.771 in the same period of 2023[5] - Total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 1,001,976, compared to RMB 1,058,992 in the same period of 2023[4] - The group reported a total revenue of RMB 11,090,414,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, with a segment profit of RMB 3,161,637,000[15] - For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the group achieved a revenue of RMB 9,747,406,000, with a segment profit of RMB 2,562,733,000[15] - The net profit for the period ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 897,471,000, compared to RMB 1,076,662,000 for the same period in 2023[15] Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets increased to RMB 20,571,354 from RMB 20,053,912 as of December 31, 2023[6] - Current assets rose to RMB 18,006,005 from RMB 17,493,394 as of December 31, 2023[6] - Total equity increased to RMB 20,157,691 from RMB 19,139,879 as of December 31, 2023[8] - The company reported a net cash and cash equivalents of RMB 5,503,250, up from RMB 4,165,305 as of December 31, 2023[6] - The company’s total liabilities decreased to RMB 14,263,477 from RMB 14,117,393 as of December 31, 2023[7] Employee and Operational Costs - The group incurred a total employee cost of RMB 2,356,933,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, an increase from RMB 2,014,181,000 in the previous year[18] - The group reported a depreciation and amortization total of RMB 733,475,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 688,416,000 in 2023[18] - Distribution and selling expenses increased to approximately RMB 531,118,000, representing about 4.8% of revenue, up from 3.7% in the same period of 2023[48] Inventory and Receivables - The group recognized a total inventory cost of RMB 7,928,777,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 7,184,673,000 in the same period of 2023[18] - Trade receivables from third parties amounted to RMB 4,966,428 thousand as of June 30, 2024, an increase from RMB 4,743,969 thousand as of December 31, 2023, reflecting a growth of approximately 4.7%[23] - The total amount of trade receivables and other receivables reached RMB 6,697,688 thousand as of June 30, 2024, compared to RMB 6,609,980 thousand as of December 31, 2023, indicating a rise of about 1.3%[23] Tax and Compliance - The income tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 196,031,000, down from RMB 219,782,000 in the previous year[17] - The group has adopted the standards set out in the Listing Rules Appendix C3 for securities trading by directors, confirming compliance during the review period[72] - The Audit Committee, consisting of four independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the internal control systems and the integrity of the financial statements for the six months ending June 30, 2024[73] Market and Industry Trends - During the review period, China's passenger vehicle production and sales reached approximately 11.886 million and 11.979 million units, representing year-on-year growth of about 5.4% and 6.3%, respectively[29] - The export of complete vehicles from China during the review period was approximately 2.793 million units, showing a significant year-on-year increase of about 30.5%[29] - The market share of Chinese brand passenger vehicles increased to approximately 61.9%, up by about 8.8 percentage points year-on-year, marking a new high[29] - The sales of new energy vehicles in China reached approximately 4.944 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of about 32% and a market share of approximately 35.2%[29] Strategic Initiatives - The company continues to focus on digital transformation, implementing systems like ERP and MES to improve operational efficiency and decision-making processes[32] - The company is actively pursuing new business orders from Japanese and Korean manufacturers in the international market, achieving steady progress[32] - The company has implemented a global operational key data platform to facilitate timely operational adjustments and improvements across its factories[32] - The company has signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Siemens to develop wireless charging integrated technology for battery boxes[40] Research and Development - Research and development expenses were approximately RMB 714,608,000, up from RMB 615,618,000 in the same period of 2023, accounting for about 6.4% of revenue[50] - The company has filed 168 new patents during the review period, including 26 high-value patents and 18 international patents, enhancing its global patent layout[42] - The company has developed the ECO-ALUMIN® S series green collision aluminum material, with carbon emissions less than 2.5 Kg CO2/Kg AL, in response to global carbon neutrality goals[43] Future Outlook - The company plans to explore business opportunities in product innovation and green environmental protection in the second half of 2024, aiming for business transformation and resource integration in the Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America regions[62] - The company aims to leverage favorable policies and trends in new energy product development, smart technology innovation, and lightweight design to drive strategic layout and technological innovation[68] - The company is currently in the process of selecting a new CEO following the resignation of the previous one, with Wei Qinglian serving as both the Executive Director and Chairman during this transition period[72]

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage of Minth Group with a BUY rating and a target price of HK$21.00, indicating a potential upside of 70.2% from the current price of HK$12.34 [2][4][51]. Core Insights - Minth Group is transitioning from a manufacturer of exterior decorative parts to a diversified tier-1 supplier with capabilities in various materials, positioning it well against trade risks due to its solid overseas foundation [2][15][17]. - The company’s overseas operations contributed approximately 10% to its total net profit in FY23, with expectations for overseas net profit to double by FY26E [2][21]. - The battery housing segment is projected to grow significantly, with expected revenue increases of 60% in FY24, 35% in FY25, and 30% in FY26, driven by the global EV market expansion [2][33][36]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Founded in 1992, Minth Group has evolved into a diversified tier-1 supplier with multi-material manufacturing capabilities, generating 51% of its revenue from China, 24% from North America, and 20% from Europe in FY23 [15][16]. - The battery housing business, initiated in 2019, accounted for 17% of total revenue in FY23, with significant growth potential in related chassis structural parts [15][23]. Investment Thesis - Minth's extensive overseas experience provides a competitive edge in navigating trade risks, with profitable operations in Mexico and Serbia [17][18]. - The company is well-positioned to supply Chinese OEMs for local production in Europe, helping them bypass tariffs imposed on EVs produced in China [19][21]. Financial Analysis - Revenue is projected to grow by 19% in FY24, 15% in FY25, and 13% in FY26, with net profit expected to increase by 18%, 14%, and 13% respectively during the same period [41][46]. - The gross margin is anticipated to be around 27.2% in FY24, slightly declining due to the rising contribution from the battery housing segment [42][49]. Valuation - The target price of HK$21.00 is based on a 10x FY24E P/E, reflecting a historical average and the current low valuation of the stock [51][52].

Stock Data and Valuation - The stock's closing price on May 27 was HKD 16.16, with a 52-week price range of HKD 10.10-25.40 [1] - The company has a total market capitalization of HKD 187.78 billion, with 1.162 billion shares outstanding [1] - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the stock, with a target price range of HKD 20.21-24.25 for 2024, based on a 10-12x PE ratio [2] Financial Performance and Projections - In 2023, the company achieved revenue of RMB 20.52 billion, up 18.6% YoY, and net profit of RMB 1.90 billion, up 26.8% YoY [4] - Revenue is projected to grow to RMB 24.25 billion in 2024, RMB 27.46 billion in 2025, and RMB 30.69 billion in 2026 [5] - Net profit is expected to reach RMB 2.18 billion in 2024, RMB 2.49 billion in 2025, and RMB 2.94 billion in 2026 [5] - EPS is forecasted to be RMB 1.88 in 2024, RMB 2.15 in 2025, and RMB 2.53 in 2026 [5] Business Highlights - The company achieved record-high new business contracts in 2023, with significant progress in battery boxes, body chassis components, and intelligent products [4] - Battery box business expanded globally, with new contracts in Europe, China, and North America, including first-time orders from Nissan, Stellantis, and Hyundai-Kia [4] - Intelligent product portfolio grew to include electric door systems, illuminated front/rear masks, active grille shutters, and variable spoilers, serving Chinese, European, Japanese, and cross-industry tech clients [4] Financial Ratios and Metrics - Gross margin remained stable at 27.4% in 2023, with slight improvement expected to 28.0% by 2026 [5] - ROE improved to 10.4% in 2023 and is projected to reach 11.3% by 2026 [5] - Current ratio improved from 1.24 in 2023 to 1.36 in 2024E, while quick ratio increased from 0.81 to 0.90 [7] - P/E ratio is 9.63x for 2023 and expected to decrease to 8.60x in 2024 [7] Industry Comparison - The company's 2024E PE ratio of 8.6x is lower than industry peers such as Hesheng (18.0x), Huada (26.1x), and Lingyun (14.1x) [6] - Average industry PE for 2024 is 19.4x, significantly higher than the company's valuation [6]

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Financial Performance - Revenue for 2023 reached RMB 20,523,674 thousand, a significant increase from RMB 17,306,393 thousand in 2022[6] - Net profit attributable to the company's owners in 2023 was RMB 1,903,231 thousand, up from RMB 1,500,584 thousand in 2022[6] - Pre-tax profit for 2023 was RMB 2,315,475 thousand, compared to RMB 1,779,069 thousand in 2022[6] - Income tax expenses for 2023 were RMB 351,482 thousand, up from RMB 248,708 thousand in 2022[6] - Revenue growth from 2019 to 2023 shows a consistent upward trend, with 2023 revenue being 55.5% higher than 2019's RMB 13,198,189 thousand[6] - Revenue increased by 18.6% year-on-year to RMB 20.524 billion, with battery box product line revenue growing by 73.0% to RMB 3.536 billion and non-battery box business revenue increasing by 11.3% to RMB 16.988 billion[7] - Net profit rose by 26.8% year-on-year to RMB 1.903 billion, with the sales, management, and research expense ratio decreasing by 1.5 percentage points to 17.8%[7] - The group's revenue for the year was approximately RMB 20,523,674,000, an increase of 18.6% compared to RMB 17,306,393,000 in 2022[12] - Revenue from China operations was approximately RMB 10,556,206,000, an increase of 11.1% compared to RMB 9,501,699,000 in 2022[12] - International revenue was approximately RMB 9,967,468,000, an increase of 27.7% compared to RMB 7,804,694,000 in 2022[12] - The company's revenue for the year reached approximately RMB 20,523,674,000, an increase of 18.6% compared to RMB 17,306,393,000 in the previous year[20] - International market revenue grew by 27.7% to approximately RMB 9,967,468,000, accounting for 48.6% of total revenue, up from 45.1% in the previous year[21] - The company's attributable profit increased by 26.8% to approximately RMB 1,903,231,000, driven by revenue growth, new battery box business, and cost reduction measures[18] - Gross profit increased by 17.5% to approximately RMB 5,621,991,000, with a slight decrease in gross margin from 27.6% to 27.4% due to changes in product structure[22] - Investment income rose by approximately RMB 69,721,000 to RMB 356,131,000, primarily due to increased interest income[23] - Distribution and sales expenses decreased by RMB 76,459,000 to RMB 791,910,000, accounting for 3.9% of revenue, down from 5.0% in the previous year[24] - Administrative expenses increased by RMB 157,552,000 to RMB 1,449,490,000, but the ratio to revenue decreased from 7.5% to 7.1%[25] - R&D expenses increased by RMB 224,228,000 to RMB 1,396,622,000, maintaining a 6.8% ratio to revenue, driven by innovation in battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts[26] - Net cash flow from operating activities was approximately RMB 3,365,907,000, indicating healthy cash flow[27] - Inventory turnover days decreased by 3 days to 93 days, reflecting improved supply chain management and shorter shipping cycles[27] - Cash and cash equivalents, including pledged bank deposits and time deposits, increased by RMB 1,183,400,000 to RMB 6,459,054,000[27] - The company's asset-liability ratio increased slightly from 27.5% to 28.4%[27] - Capital commitments for property, plant, and equipment amounted to RMB 662,368,000[29] - The company's bank loan balance as of December 31, 2023, was approximately RMB 9,688,323,000, with RMB 2,214,356,000 at fixed interest rates and RMB 7,473,967,000 at floating interest rates[30] - The company held cash and cash equivalents, as well as pledged bank deposits and time deposits, totaling approximately RMB 1,352,668,000 in non-functional currencies, including USD 1,079,354,000, EUR 145,618,000, JPY 95,229,000, MXN 18,894,000, and HKD 13,474,000[30] - The company's capital expenditure for the year was approximately RMB 3,235,375,000, primarily allocated to the expansion of innovative products such as battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts, as well as international production capacity[32] - The company had 22,311 employees as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 980 from the previous year, driven by rapid revenue growth and global strategic expansion, particularly in Serbia, North America, and Thailand[34] - The company's total pledged assets for loans included land use rights and factory buildings with a book value of approximately TWD 49,134,000 (RMB 11,370,000) and RMB 13,240,000, respectively, securing loans of approximately RMB 22,066,000[31] - The company's total pledged assets for loans also included receivables with a face value of approximately RMB 284,281,000, USD 65,230,000 (RMB 462,005,000), and RMB 365,000,000, securing loans of RMB 50,000,000, bills payable of RMB 985,396,000, and guarantees of RMB 136,680,000[31] - The company's non-functional currency-denominated bank loans amounted to approximately RMB 4,607,373,000, with RMB 4,419,681,000 in EUR and RMB 187,692,000 in USD[30] - The company's global strategic layout includes strengthening regional shared functions, optimizing regional matrix management models, and improving business process design to enhance global operational management capabilities[34] - The company is actively managing foreign exchange risks by closely monitoring foreign currency assets and liabilities, selecting local currencies for settlements, and using financial derivatives such as forward contracts, currency swaps, and options[30] - The company plans to expand regional organizational functions and improve global governance policies in 2024, aiming to enhance global organizational governance levels[35] - The company will upgrade its global unified human resources data platform to strengthen global governance and empower global business operations[35] - In 2024, China's passenger car sales are expected to reach 26.8 million units, a year-on-year increase of 3.0%, with new energy passenger car sales projected at 11.5 million units, achieving a penetration rate of 37%[36] - S&P Global Mobility predicts global light vehicle sales in 2024 to be around 88.3 million units, a year-on-year growth of approximately 2.8%[36] - The company will focus on digital transformation, standardizing data systems, and integrating R&D, production, supply, sales, and service processes to support global integrated operations[37] - The company aims to optimize global market investment and value chain layouts, enhancing operational excellence and managing risks in uncertain macro environments[37] - The company will strengthen traditional product R&D and manufacturing capabilities while deepening innovation through independent and collaborative R&D to achieve global competitiveness[37] - The company plans to improve operational capabilities, particularly in international factories, by replicating management practices and benchmarking costs to achieve localized excellence[37] - The company will enhance Glocal management capabilities, improving localized supply levels and maximizing the replication or sharing of global factory technology, management, cost, and talent advantages[37] - The company is committed to becoming a global leader in the automotive parts industry by providing systematic product solutions and customized services[37] - The company's revenue from China accounted for 51.4% of total revenue, amounting to RMB 10,556,206,000, while revenue from other countries accounted for 48.6%[20] - Gross profit increased by 17.5% to approximately RMB 5,621,991,000, with a slight decrease in gross margin from 27.6% to 27.4% due to changes in product structure[22] - Investment income rose by approximately RMB 69,721,000 to RMB 356,131,000, primarily due to increased interest income[23] - Distribution and sales expenses decreased by RMB 76,459,000 to RMB 791,910,000, accounting for 3.9% of revenue, down from 5.0% in the previous year[24] - Administrative expenses increased by RMB 157,552,000 to RMB 1,449,490,000, but the ratio to revenue decreased from 7.5% to 7.1%[25] - R&D expenses increased by RMB 224,228,000 to RMB 1,396,622,000, maintaining a 6.8% ratio to revenue, driven by innovation in battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts[26] - Net cash flow from operating activities was approximately RMB 3,365,907,000, indicating healthy cash flow[27] - Inventory turnover days decreased by 3 days to 93 days, reflecting improved supply chain management and shorter shipping cycles[27] - Cash and cash equivalents, including pledged bank deposits and time deposits, increased by RMB 1,183,400,000 to RMB 6,459,054,000[27] - The company's asset-liability ratio increased slightly from 27.5% to 28.4%[27] - Capital commitments for property, plant, and equipment amounted to RMB 662,368,000[29] - The company's bank loan balance as of December 31, 2023, was approximately RMB 9,688,323,000, with RMB 2,214,356,000 at fixed interest rates and RMB 7,473,967,000 at floating interest rates[30] - The company held cash and cash equivalents, as well as pledged bank deposits and time deposits, totaling approximately RMB 1,352,668,000 in non-functional currencies, including USD 1,079,354,000, EUR 145,618,000, JPY 95,229,000, MXN 18,894,000, and HKD 13,474,000[30] - The company's capital expenditure for the year was approximately RMB 3,235,375,000, primarily allocated to the expansion of innovative products such as battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts, as well as international production capacity[32] - The company had 22,311 employees as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 980 from the previous year, driven by rapid revenue growth and global strategic expansion, particularly in Serbia, North America, and Thailand[34] - The company's total pledged assets for loans included land use rights and factory buildings with a book value of approximately TWD 49,134,000 (RMB 11,370,000) and RMB 13,240,000, respectively, securing loans of approximately RMB 22,066,000[31] - The company's total pledged assets for loans also included receivables with a face value of approximately RMB 284,281,000, USD 65,230,000 (RMB 462,005,000), and RMB 365,000,000, securing loans of RMB 50,000,000, bills payable of RMB 985,396,000, and guarantees of RMB 136,680,000[31] - The company's non-functional currency-denominated bank loans amounted to approximately RMB 4,607,373,000, with RMB 4,419,681,000 in EUR and RMB 187,692,000 in USD[30] - The company's global strategic layout includes strengthening regional shared functions, optimizing regional matrix management models, and improving business process design to enhance global operational management capabilities[34] - The company is actively managing foreign exchange risks by closely monitoring foreign currency assets and liabilities, selecting local currencies for settlements, and using financial derivatives such as forward contracts, currency swaps, and options[30] - The company plans to expand regional organizational functions and improve global governance policies in 2024, aiming to enhance global organizational governance levels[35] - The company will upgrade its global unified human resources data platform to strengthen global governance and empower global business operations[35] - In 2024, China's passenger car sales are expected to reach 26.8 million units, a year-on-year increase of 3.0%, with new energy passenger car sales projected at 11.5 million units, achieving a penetration rate of 37%[36] - S&P Global Mobility predicts global light vehicle sales in 2024 to be around 88.3 million units, a year-on-year growth of approximately 2.8%[36] - The company will focus on digital transformation, standardizing data systems, and integrating R&D, production, supply, sales, and service processes to support global integrated operations[37] - The company aims to optimize global market investment and value chain layouts, enhancing operational excellence and managing risks in uncertain macro environments[37] - The company will strengthen traditional product R&D and manufacturing capabilities while deepening innovation through independent and collaborative R&D to achieve global competitiveness[37] - The company plans to improve operational capabilities, particularly in international factories, by replicating management practices and benchmarking costs to achieve localized excellence[37] - The company will enhance Glocal management capabilities, improving localized supply levels and maximizing the replication or sharing of global factory technology, management, cost, and talent advantages[37] - The company is committed to becoming a global leader in the automotive parts industry by providing systematic product solutions and customized services[37] - The company's revenue from China accounted for 51.4% of total revenue, amounting to RMB 10,556,206,000, while revenue from other countries accounted for 48.6%[20] - Gross profit increased by 17.5% to approximately RMB 5,621,991,000, with a slight decrease in gross margin from 27.6% to 27.4% due to changes in product structure[22] - Investment income rose by approximately RMB 69,721,000 to RMB 356,131,000, primarily due to increased interest income[23] - Distribution and sales expenses decreased by RMB 76,459,000 to RMB 791,910,000, accounting for 3.9% of revenue, down from 5.0% in the previous year[24] - Administrative expenses increased by RMB 157,552,000 to RMB 1,449,490,000, but the ratio to revenue decreased from 7.5% to 7.1%[25] - R&D expenses increased by RMB 224,228,000 to RMB 1,396,622,000, maintaining a 6.8% ratio to revenue, driven by innovation in battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts[26] - Net cash flow from operating activities was approximately RMB 3,365,907,000, indicating healthy cash flow[27] - Inventory turnover days decreased by 3 days to 93 days, reflecting improved supply chain management and shorter shipping cycles[27] - Cash and cash equivalents, including pledged bank deposits and time deposits, increased by RMB 1,183,400,000 to RMB 6,459,054,000[27] - The company's asset-liability ratio increased slightly from 27.5% to 28.4%[27] - Capital commitments for property, plant, and equipment amounted to RMB 662,368,000[29] - The company's bank loan balance as of December 31, 2023, was approximately RMB 9,688,323,000, with RMB 2,214,356,000 at fixed interest rates and RMB 7,473,967,000 at floating interest rates[30] - The company held cash and cash equivalents, as well as pledged bank deposits and time deposits, totaling approximately RMB 1,352,668,000 in non-functional currencies, including USD 1,079,354,000, EUR 145,618,000, JPY 95,229,000, MXN 18,894,000, and HKD 13,474,000[30] - The company's capital expenditure for the year was approximately RMB 3,235,375,000, primarily allocated to the expansion of innovative products such as battery boxes, chassis components, and smart exterior parts, as well as international production capacity[32] - The company had 22,311 employees as of December 31, 2023, an increase of 980 from the previous year, driven by rapid revenue growth and global strategic expansion, particularly in Serbia, North America, and Thailand[34] - The company's total pledged assets for loans included land use rights and factory buildings with a book value of approximately TWD 49,134,000 (RMB 11,370,000) and RMB 13,240,000, respectively, securing loans of approximately RMB 22,066,000[31] - The company's total pledged assets for loans also included receivables with a face value of approximately RMB 284,281,000, USD 65,230,000 (RMB 462,005,000), and RMB 365,000,000, securing loans of RMB 50,000,000, bills payable of RMB 985,396,000, and guarantees of RMB 136,680,000[31] - The company's non-functional currency-denominated bank loans amounted to approximately RMB 4,607,373,000, with RMB 4,419,681,000 in EUR and RMB 187,692,000 in USD[30] - The company's global strategic layout includes strengthening regional shared functions, optimizing regional matrix management models, and improving business process design to enhance global operational management capabilities[34] - The company is actively managing foreign exchange risks by closely monitoring foreign currency assets and liabilities, selecting local currencies for settlements, and using financial derivatives such as forward contracts, currency swaps, and options[30] - The company plans to expand regional organizational functions and improve global governance policies in 2024, aiming to enhance global organizational governance levels[35] - The company will upgrade its global unified human resources data platform to strengthen global governance and empower global business operations[35] - In 2024, China's passenger car sales are expected to reach 26.8 million units, a year-on-year increase of 3.0%, with new energy passenger car sales projected at 11.5 million units, achieving a penetration rate of 37%[36] - S&P Global Mobility predicts global light vehicle sales in 2024 to be

Investment Rating - Buy rating maintained for Minth Group (0425 HK) with a current stock price of HKD 12 36 as of March 28 2024 [3] Core Views - Minth Group achieved revenue of RMB 20 52 billion in 2023, up 18 6% YoY, with net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 1 9 billion, up 26 8% YoY [4] - Domestic revenue accelerated in H2 2023, reaching RMB 5 87 billion, up 4 6% YoY and 25 1% QoQ, accounting for 54 4% of total revenue [4] - Overseas revenue in H2 2023 was RMB 4 91 billion, up 10 4% YoY but down 2 9% QoQ, driven by battery box business expansion in Europe and overall growth in North America [4] - Gross margin improved to 28 4% in H2 2023, up 1 8 ppts YoY and 2 1 ppts QoQ, with battery box gross margin at 21 0%, up 1 9 ppts YoY and 3 1 ppts QoQ [4] - Net profit attributable to shareholders in H2 2023 was RMB 1 02 billion, up 20 5% YoY and 14 5% QoQ, with a net margin of 9 4%, up 1 0 ppts YoY and 0 3 ppts QoQ [4] Business Highlights - Minth Group has a comprehensive layout in battery box technology, securing projects from traditional automakers, new energy vehicle makers, and battery manufacturers, including a new PHEV integrated die-casting battery box project [5] - The company successfully mass-produced its first intelligent light-emitting bumper and intelligent electric side door system in 2023, with plans to focus on front and rear face assemblies, door assemblies, and body structural components in 2024 [5] - Domestic customer base expanded significantly, with orders from BYD for traditional products and battery boxes, and new innovative product orders from Geely, GAC Aion, Li Auto, XPeng, and NIO [5] - The company is entering a harvest period for its battery box business, with global expansion and improved capacity utilization expected to drive further profit growth [5] - Forecasted net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024-2026 is RMB 2 41 billion, RMB 3 03 billion, and RMB 3 69 billion, respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 5 4X, 4 3X, and 3 5X [5] Industry Context - Global automotive sales in H2 2023 increased by 10 1% YoY, with Japanese, German, and American brands growing by 6 1%, 5 7%, and 3 5%, respectively [4] - Minth Group's revenue in H2 2023 was RMB 10 72 billion, up 7 2% YoY and 10 6% QoQ, driven by growth in battery boxes, plastic parts, aluminum parts, and metal and decorative parts [4]

智通财经APP获悉，瑞银发布研究报告称，维持敏实集团(00425)"买入"评级，目标价由20.8港元微降至 20港元。该行指公司去年下半年毛利率强劲复苏达28.4%，同比及按半年分别升1.8及2.1个百分点。该 行料归功于收入增长带来规模效益改善;在新品加快生产下塑胶业务全球营运产能持续改善，去年北美 工厂成功扭亏;以及在技术升级下生产效率及生产收益率改善。 报告中称，敏实新业务订单流入去年创历史新高。去年集团在大众汽车提升市占比，加大大众汽车在欧 洲及中国的电池盒生产业务。敏实去年捉紧了北美市场的机遇，取得日产及Stellantis电池盒订单。此 外，敏实加大与比亚迪合作，其创新产品在比亚迪供应链取得突破，取得首份来自比亚迪的电池盒订 单。该行料新订单及客户扩张可支持敏实今明两年纯利同比各升19%。 ...