Core Viewpoint - As of July 18, 160 stocks reached their 52-week highs, with notable performances from China New Economy Investment (00080), Aoyuan Group Equity (02905), and Zhong An Holdings Group (08462) showing high growth rates of 288.89%, 55.28%, and 50.00% respectively [1][2]. Summary by Category 52-Week High Performers - China New Economy Investment (00080) closed at 0.440, with a peak price of 0.700, achieving a growth rate of 288.89% [2]. - Aoyuan Group Equity (02905) closed at 0.218, with a peak price of 0.250, achieving a growth rate of 55.28% [2]. - Zhong An Holdings Group (08462) closed at 0.221, with a peak price of 0.228, achieving a growth rate of 50.00% [2]. - Other notable performers include Hualian International (00969) with a growth rate of 40.13% and Zhongke Bio (01237) with a growth rate of 37.25% [2]. Additional High Performers - Wanma Holdings (06928) closed at 0.550 with a growth rate of 30.43% [2]. - Lepu Biopharma-B (02157) closed at 7.940 with a growth rate of 24.54% [2]. - Other stocks with significant growth include ZhiJianYueDong (06860) at 17.14% and China Jindian Group (08281) at 17.12% [2]. 52-Week Low Performers - The document also lists stocks that reached their 52-week lows, with XI Ernan CO-U (09311) showing a decline of 16.10% [6]. - Other notable declines include XI Ernan CO (07311) at -12.62% and Haotian International Construction Investment (01341) at -5.70% [6].

Summary of Yixin Group Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Yixin Group - **Industry**: Automotive Finance - **Date of Call**: July 9, 2025 Key Points Strategic Focus - Yixin Group has shifted its strategic focus towards the used car business, with the total transaction volume in China's used car market projected to reach 19.61 million units in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 6%, outperforming the new car market [2][5] - The penetration rate of financial services in the used car market is significantly lower than that of new cars, indicating substantial growth potential [2][5] Financial Performance - The company reported a year-on-year increase of 46% in net profit attributable to shareholders [2][5] - By Q1 2025, the financing scale of used cars accounted for 60% of the company's total financing [2][5] - Revenue from the transaction platform is expected to reach 80% by the end of 2024, with loan facilitation services contributing over 40% and SaaS service revenue reaching 1.8 billion yuan, accounting for 18% [2][9] Shareholder Returns - The dividend yield has been consistently increasing, projected to reach 14.6% by the end of 2024, with a final dividend and special dividend of 0.12 yuan per share [2][11] Business Model and Growth - Yixin Group operates as a leading third-party financial platform, providing financial credit services for both new and used car consumers [3][5] - The company has established a service network covering over 340 cities and partnered with more than 38,000 car dealers, enhancing its customer acquisition in lower-tier markets [3][16] - The used car transaction volume reached 350,000 transactions in 2024, accounting for 48% of total transactions, with a transaction value of 30.4 billion yuan, representing an 18% year-on-year growth [3][17] Technology and Risk Management - The company has implemented AI technology to enhance customer acquisition efficiency and risk management, achieving a 65% automatic approval rate in the pre-approval stage [3][21] - The overdue rate for loans over 180 days decreased from 1.49% in 2022 to 1.39% in 2024 [3][21] Funding and Cost Structure - Yixin Group has established partnerships with over 100 banks and financial institutions, with bank loans now accounting for 68% of its financing channels [3][23] - The average funding cost decreased from 4.9% in 2023 to 4.5% in 2024, with expectations for further declines [3][23] Future Projections - Revenue is projected to grow by 22% to reach 12.048 billion yuan in 2025, with net profit expected to increase by 44% to 1.165 billion yuan [3][24] - The company aims for a compound annual growth rate of 23% in net profit from 2024 to 2029 as part of its management incentive plan [2][7] Market Context - The automotive finance market is expected to grow from approximately 1.8 trillion yuan in 2018 to over 3.5 trillion yuan by 2025 [12][13] - The used car market has seen a compound annual growth rate of 12% from 2012 to 2024, with significant policy support for trade-in programs and used car transactions [15] Valuation and Recommendations - Yixin Group is recommended based on its competitive advantages in channel and financial technology, with a current PE ratio lower than comparable companies in the sector [3][25]

Group 1: Federal Reserve and Interest Rates - Goldman Sachs has raised its forecast for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates three times this year, down from a previous estimate of one cut, and expects two additional cuts in 2026, lowering the terminal rate prediction to 3%-3.25% from 3.5%-3.75% [1] - The next rate cut is anticipated in September, moved up from December, as initial evidence suggests that the impact of tariffs on monthly inflation is less than expected [1] Group 2: S&P 500 Performance - The S&P 500 index is entering its historically strongest month, with an average return of 1.67% in July since 1928 [4] Group 3: China Macro Economic Data - The Caixin Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for China rose significantly from 48.3 in May to 50.4 in June, exceeding market expectations [6] - Key sub-indices showed improvement: output index increased from 47.5 to 52.1, new orders from 47.4 to 50.2, and employment from 48.4 to 48.7 [6] - The new export orders index rose from 46.2 in May to 49.4 in June, although external demand remains weak [7] Group 4: Conant Optical (康耐特光学) Insights - Conant Optical is expanding its business from spectacle lenses to AI/AR glasses, anticipating sustained growth in its core business and optimistic about the demand for AI/AR lenses [8] - The company can provide high-refractive-index lightweight lenses, which are crucial for user comfort and optical performance [9] - The AI/AR glasses market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 56% from 2024 to 2030, reaching 7 million units by 2030 [10] Group 5: E-Hi Auto Services (易鑫集团) Overview - E-Hi Auto has a stable revenue structure, with self-operated business accounting for 20% and loan facilitation and fintech services making up 80% [16][17] - The company plans to focus on two strategic areas: used cars and fintech, with used cars expected to account for at least 60% of GMV next year [18] - E-Hi's market share in automotive finance is approximately 2%-3%, with expectations for growth as the penetration of used car finance increases [20]

Core Insights - The article discusses the integration of AI, particularly the DeepSeek model, into the automotive finance sector, highlighting the importance of data accumulation, scenario understanding, and algorithm innovation as key to building competitive barriers in the industry [1][6]. Industry Trends - The fusion of AI with automotive finance is advancing, with a focus on leveraging data and innovative algorithms to address compliance and transparency challenges [1][4]. - Hong Kong is positioned to become a critical node in cross-border data governance and standard-setting due to its status as an international financial center [1][6]. Data Security and Compliance - The company adheres to strict compliance requirements in data usage, employing federated machine learning to allow collaborative AI model training without sharing raw data, and implementing data anonymization for internal use [4][5]. - The challenges in applying AI in vertical fields include ensuring high-quality outcomes while maintaining transparency in decision-making and adhering to stringent data security regulations [5]. Opportunities and Challenges - In the next 3 to 5 years, opportunities in automotive finance will arise from AI empowering the industry and serving companies with international expansion strategies, with Hong Kong playing a significant role in unified data governance [6][7]. AI Model Development - The DeepSeek model is noted for its lower costs and strong algorithm capabilities, achieved through innovations in algorithm engineering and structure [7]. - The company has developed the YiXin-Distill-Qwen-72B inference model, the first open-source large-scale inference model in the automotive finance sector, which performs comparably to DeepSeek-r1 [7][8]. AI Innovation and Application - The company aims to automate complex decision-making processes in automotive finance, significantly enhancing industry efficiency through AI-driven solutions [8]. - The company possesses three core advantages: a vast repository of automotive data assets, extensive experience in AI training and inference, and a comprehensive talent pool, computational power, and high-quality data [8].

执业证书编号：S0740517090005 Email：jiangqiao@zts.com.cn 分析师：葛玉翔 | Email：geyx01@zts.com.cn | | --- | | 基本状况 | | | --- | --- | | 总股本(百万股) | 6,757.68 | | 流通股本(百万股) | 6,757.68 | | 市价(港元) | 2.22 | | 市值(百万港元) | 15,002.05 | | 流通市值(百万港 | 15,002.05 | | 元) | | 汽车服务 | | | 1、《易鑫集团深度报告：专业汽车金 融交易平台，稳健业绩驱动长期股东 回报》2025-04-03 易鑫集团 25Q1 点评：高利润二手车业务增长超预期，金科业务高 增 易鑫集团（02858.HK） 证券研究报告/公司点评报告 2025 年 05 月 15 日 | 评级： | 买入（维持） | 公司盈利预测及估值 | | | | | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | | | 指标 | 2023A | 2024A | 2025E | 202 ...

Core Insights - Yixin Group reported a slight decline in total financing in Q1 2025, primarily due to a slowdown in used car sales growth and a decrease in average financing amounts [1][2] Summary by Category Overall Performance - In Q1 2025, Yixin Group achieved a total of 172,000 auto financing transactions, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 0.5% [1] - The total financing amount reached 15.3 billion yuan, showing a year-on-year decrease of 5.0% [1] - The decline in total financing is attributed to a slowdown in used car sales growth, with a total of 4.607 million used cars sold nationwide in Q1 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 0.15% [1] Structural Changes - The proportion of used car financing has increased, with Q1 2025 used car financing transactions reaching 104,000, a year-on-year increase of 31.9%, accounting for 60.5% of total transactions, up 14.3 percentage points year-on-year [2] - The financing transactions for used electric vehicles reached 9,000, representing 23.2% of the company's new energy vehicle financing transactions, with a year-on-year increase of 10.7 percentage points [2] - The company's fintech business saw significant growth, facilitating a total financing amount of 6.1 billion yuan in Q1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 56.5%, accounting for 39.9% of total financing, up 15.6 percentage points year-on-year [2] Investment Analysis - Yixin Group is recognized as a leading third-party auto finance provider, characterized by high dividend yields, with a dividend of 0.13 HKD in 2024 and a payout ratio exceeding 100%, resulting in a dividend yield of 6% for 2025 [2] - The company expresses strong confidence in future growth, with projected net profits for 2025-2027 expected to be 1.09 billion, 1.30 billion, and 1.49 billion yuan, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 34%, 20%, and 14% respectively [2] - The dynamic PE ratios for 2025-2027 are estimated to be 12.1x, 10.1x, and 8.8x [2]

Core Viewpoint - 易鑫集团 is an AI-driven fintech platform focused on providing accessible and convenient automotive financing and value-added services, with a strong emphasis on technological innovation and partnerships within the automotive finance industry [2] Group 1: Company Overview - 易鑫集团 was established in August 2014 and went public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2017 [2] - The company operates in over 340 cities in China and has formed partnerships with more than 80 AI and internet companies, over 100 automotive manufacturers, and more than 100 financial institutions, as well as over 39,000 dealerships [2] - The company has served over 10 million customers, with a cumulative transaction volume exceeding 4.4 million units and a total transaction scale surpassing 400 billion yuan [2] Group 2: Technological Innovation - 易鑫集团 has invested over 2 billion yuan in research and development [2] - In 2024, the company will become the first in China's automotive finance sector to register a generative AI model [2] - By 2025, 易鑫 will be the first in the industry to achieve localized deployment and application of the DeepSeek model, and will officially release and open-source the high-performance inference model YiXin-Distill-Qwen-72B [2] Group 3: Future Outlook - The establishment of an overseas headquarters in Singapore marks a step towards global expansion for 易鑫集团 [2] - The company aims to enhance its technological capabilities to better serve the global automotive finance industry and to create an ecosystem that facilitates vehicle ownership [2]

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of HKD 2.20, while the closing price is HKD 1.63 [4][6]. Core Insights - The company focuses on the automotive finance sector, with a dual business model of platform and self-operated financing, achieving significant revenue growth in 2024 [2][4]. - In 2024, the company reported a revenue of HKD 9.888 billion, a year-on-year increase of 47.9%, with platform business revenue at HKD 7.894 billion (up 54.9%) and self-operated financing revenue at HKD 1.991 billion (up 25.4%) [2][4]. - The company has seen a structural change in its platform business, with significant growth in the used car segment, which outpaced new car sales [3][55]. Summary by Sections Business Overview - The company was established in 2014 and listed in Hong Kong in 2017, with Tencent as the largest shareholder [2][16]. - It utilizes 4S store channels for customer acquisition and implements differentiated pricing based on customer profiles [2]. Financial Performance - The company achieved a net profit of HKD 810 million in 2024, a 45.9% increase year-on-year [5][17]. - The gross profit margin for the overall business was 46.9%, with the platform business margin at 46.7% [17][36]. Market Position - The company has increased its market share in the used car financing sector, with a market share of 1.78% in 2024, up 0.26 percentage points year-on-year [46][54]. - The new energy vehicle segment has also seen a rise in market share, reaching 1.36% in 2024, an increase of 0.14 percentage points [46][54]. Business Strategy - The company is expanding its customer base by targeting long-tail customers and focusing on localization and electrification trends in the automotive market [57]. - The SaaS business has become a new growth driver, providing technology solutions and enhancing connections between financial and industrial institutions [61]. Future Projections - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are estimated at HKD 12.209 billion, HKD 14.702 billion, and HKD 17.159 billion, respectively, with corresponding profit estimates of HKD 1.081 billion, HKD 1.213 billion, and HKD 1.415 billion [4][5].

Summary of 易鑫集团 Conference Call Company Overview - 易鑫集团, a subsidiary of 易车网, was established in 2014 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2017, focusing on automotive finance, including self-operated financing and trading platform business [3][4] Key Points Industry Insights - The used car market has shown strong growth with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5% from 2014 to 2024, while the retail transaction volume of used cars is only 38%, indicating significant growth potential compared to developed countries [4][6] - The new car market has experienced a slowdown since 2018, with negative growth observed [6] Financial Performance - In 2024, 易鑫集团's revenue reached 9.88 billion, a year-on-year increase of 48%, and net profit was 810 million, up 46% [4][8] - The gross margin decreased from 56% in 2022 to 47% in 2024 due to rising costs [4][8] - The average funding cost for self-operated financing decreased from 5.3% in 2022 to 4.5% in 2024, indicating potential for further reduction [4][11] Business Strategy - The company is transitioning towards a light asset model, with non-guaranteed lending (SRS type) revenue reaching 1.8 billion in 2024, a 289% increase [4][9] - A differentiated competition strategy and precise pricing led to a 25.45% increase in used car transaction volume in 2024, significantly outperforming the industry average growth rate of 7% [4][7] Competitive Advantages - 易鑫集团 has a vast direct sales network covering 340 cities and over 38,000 car dealers, which helps mitigate fraud risks [4][11] - The application of AI technology in traditional business scenarios has resulted in significant operational efficiencies, including avoiding potential fraud losses exceeding 300 million RMB in 2024 [4][11] Shareholder Structure - The largest shareholder is Tencent, holding approximately 52% of the shares, followed by 曾俊奇 with 10.29% and CEO 张学安 [5] Future Outlook - Projections indicate net profits of 1.13 billion, 5.32 billion, and 5.564 billion for 2025 to 2027, with growth rates of 17% and 18% [12] - The target price based on a 10x PE valuation is set at 1.82 RMB, with risks associated with platform business performance and potential increases in non-performing loans [13] Growth Potential - Continued high growth in revenue and profit is expected, driven by strong demand in the used car market and the company's established presence in this sector [14]

Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of RMB 9.9 billion, representing a 48% year-on-year growth, and adjusted net profit exceeded RMB 1 billion, up 19% year-on-year[9]. - Adjusted operating profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 1.44 billion, an increase of 32% from RMB 1.09 billion in 2023, primarily due to revenue growth[44]. - Adjusted net profit for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 1.08 billion, up 19% from RMB 910 million in 2023, also driven by revenue growth[45]. - Total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, reached RMB 9.89 billion, a 48% increase from RMB 6.69 billion in 2023[48]. - Operating profit for the year was RMB 1.13 billion, a 64% increase from RMB 689 million in 2023[48]. - The company reported a net profit of RMB 809 million for the year, representing a 46% increase from RMB 555 million in 2023[48]. Financing and Transactions - The company processed 726,000 financing transactions in 2024, a 7% increase year-on-year, with total financing amounting to RMB 69.1 billion, up 5% year-on-year[11]. - The company’s financing transactions for new energy vehicles totaled 175,000 units in 2024, marking a 51% year-on-year growth[11]. - The total financing transactions for the company amounted to 726,000 cases, a 7% increase from 678,000 cases in the previous year[30]. - The total financing amount for the company was RMB 69.14 billion, up 5% from RMB 65.95 billion year-on-year[30]. - Financing transactions for new energy vehicles increased by 51% year-on-year, with 175,000 transactions totaling RMB 17.92 billion[30]. Market Trends - Retail sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in China grew by 41% year-on-year in 2024, with NEVs accounting for over 50% of new car retail sales for several months[8]. - In 2024, the retail sales of new energy vehicles in China reached 10.9 million units, representing a year-on-year growth of 40.7%[21]. - The penetration rate of new energy vehicles has consistently exceeded 50% for several months, indicating strong market acceptance[21]. - In 2024, the retail sales of passenger cars in China increased by 6% year-on-year, driven by a rebound in the second half of the year[7]. - The total sales of new passenger cars in China reached 27.6 million units in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 5.8%[19]. Fintech Growth - The fintech business of the company achieved strong growth in 2024, with fintech revenue soaring to RMB 1.8 billion, a year-on-year increase of 290%[13]. - The financing transaction amount facilitated by the company's fintech platform exceeded RMB 20 billion, representing a year-on-year growth of 107%[13]. - The fintech platform facilitated a total financing amount of RMB 21.1 billion in 2024, showing significant year-on-year growth, while fintech revenue reached RMB 1.8 billion, up 290%[35]. - The average revenue per core customer increased by 132% to RMB 1.04 million in 2024, compared to RMB 447,270 in 2023, with 98% of fintech revenue coming from core customers[36]. - The company plans to continue prioritizing the fintech sector in 2025, aiming to provide precise automotive financial analysis services to a broader range of financial institutions[13]. Risk Management - The company has established a comprehensive risk management and internal control system to address credit risk, which is the primary risk faced[96]. - The company implemented a data-driven credit assessment system to manage credit risk, focusing on consumers' ability and willingness to fulfill financial obligations[96]. - The company actively monitors overdue rates and continuously improves data analysis capabilities to manage credit risk effectively[96]. - The company’s credit assessment process includes automated preliminary assessments and manual evaluations, utilizing over 40 models to analyze various data points[99]. - The overdue rate for financing transactions was 1.39% for over 180 days and 1.86% for over 90 days, showing slight improvements from 1.49% and 1.89% respectively in the previous year[87]. Corporate Governance - The company has a strong governance structure with independent directors serving on various committees, enhancing oversight and accountability[143]. - The management team includes professionals with backgrounds in international financial institutions, contributing to the company's strategic direction[142]. - The board is committed to maintaining compliance with listing rules and regulations, ensuring transparency and good corporate governance practices[153]. - The company has a management team with extensive experience in finance and operations, including Mr. Gao and Mr. Song, who oversee automotive financing[147]. - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.065 per share, representing approximately 50.1% of the earnings per share during the reporting period[16]. Investments and Capital Structure - The company invested RMB 2.578 billion in Yusheng as of December 31, 2024, representing 5.3% of the total assets[122]. - The company achieved a significant milestone by issuing its first offshore bond of JPY 4 billion with a 3-year term in December 2024, enhancing its international business expansion[107]. - As of December 31, 2024, total borrowings amounted to RMB 26.9 billion, an increase from RMB 23.2 billion as of December 31, 2023[172]. - The debt-to-asset ratio rose to 55% as of December 31, 2024, compared to 53% as of December 31, 2023, due to an increase in net debt[114]. - The company’s asset management scale reached RMB 108.1 billion by December 31, 2024, with a 90-day overdue rate improving to 1.86%[11]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses rose by 20% year-on-year to RMB 233 million, mainly due to increased salaries and professional service fees[71]. - The Titan-AI cloud platform was upgraded in 2024, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting sustainable growth through AI applications in fraud prevention and customer service[13]. - The company developed the first multimodal large model in the automotive sector, "ZhiXin Multi-Dimensional," marking a significant milestone in 2024[39]. - The AI applications have been widely implemented across various business scenarios, completing over 82 million calls and saving approximately 70 man-months of work per month[39]. Shareholder Information - Proposed final and special dividends of HKD 0.065 per share, totaling approximately HKD 878.5 million (approximately RMB 810.9 million), compared to HKD 195.7 million in the previous year[80]. - The company has implemented various share incentive plans, including the 2024 Share Plan, which was approved on June 27, 2024[179]. - The total number of share options that can be granted under the pre-IPO share option plan is capped at 418,464,263 shares[183]. - As of December 31, 2024, there are 235,100,848 share options granted to eligible participants that remain unexercised under the pre-IPO share option plan[184]. - The exercise price for the share options is set at $0.0014 per share, as determined by the committee[191].