Group 1: Market Developments - Hong Kong Stock Exchange will lower the minimum price fluctuation for stocks starting August 4, 2025, following successful market rehearsals and regulatory approvals [1] - The Hang Seng Index's ADR closed at 24,987.99 points, down 6.15 points or 0.02% [3] Group 2: Index Adjustments - The Hang Seng Index announced changes to the calculation method of the Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovative Drug Selection Index, effective from the index review on June 30, 2025 [2] Group 3: Company Earnings - Cathay Pacific reported a 23.3% year-on-year increase in passenger numbers, carrying approximately 2.9 million passengers in June 2025 [8] - China Longgong expects a significant increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, estimated between RMB 590 million and RMB 665 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 29% to 45% [11] - Meitu Company anticipates a 65% to 72% year-on-year growth in adjusted net profit for the first half of 2025 [10] - Hengtou Securities expects a net profit of approximately RMB 239 million for the first half of 2025, a significant increase from RMB 53.87 million in the same period last year [14] - Huiri Group forecasts a consolidated profit of approximately HKD 250 million for the first half of 2025, up from HKD 37 million in the previous year [15] - Harbin Electric anticipates a net profit of approximately RMB 1.02 billion for the first half of 2025, a substantial increase from RMB 523 million in the same period last year [21] Group 4: Strategic Initiatives - Multiple departments released implementation details for cross-border asset management pilot business in Hainan Free Trade Port, allowing foreign investors to invest in various financial products [6] - Dongyangguang Jiangsu Pharmaceutical and Dongyangguang Pharmaceutical's merger agreement was approved by shareholders, with the new entity expected to be listed on August 7, 2025 [13] - Global New Materials International's acquisition of Merck's surface solutions business was approved by a special shareholder meeting, with a transaction value of EUR 665 million [17] Group 5: Industry Trends - GGII reported that China's power battery installation capacity reached approximately 288.1 GWh in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 44% [5] - The key product DB-1310 from InnoCare Pharma has received fast track designation from the FDA for treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer [20]

Group 1 - In the first half of 2025, infrastructure investment across the country showed a "blossoming" trend, providing continuous momentum for economic development, with an average construction machinery operating rate of 44.81% [1] - The operating rate in the second quarter was 47.1%, an increase of 4.62% compared to the first quarter, with 15 provinces exceeding an average operating rate of 50% [1] - Six provinces, including Anhui, Fujian, Henan, Jiangxi, Zhejiang, and Chongqing, maintained a comprehensive operating rate above 50% for six consecutive months, indicating strong performance particularly in East and South China [1] Group 2 - In the first half of 2025, the average operating rate of lifting equipment was 66.87%, ranking first among various types of equipment [1] - In June 2025, sales of various aerial work vehicles reached 539 units, a year-on-year increase of 153%, with domestic sales of 509 units up by 147% and exports of 30 units up by 329% [1] - From January to June 2025, a total of 2,445 aerial work vehicles were sold, representing a year-on-year growth of 27.9%, with domestic sales of 2,312 units increasing by 25% and exports of 133 units rising by 115% [1] Group 3 - In June 2025, sales of various forklifts reached 137,570 units, a year-on-year increase of 23.1%, with domestic sales of 83,892 units up by 27.3% and exports of 53,678 units up by 17.2% [2] - From January to June 2025, a total of 739,334 forklifts were sold, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 11.7%, with domestic sales of 476,382 units increasing by 9.79% and exports of 262,952 units rising by 15.2% [2] - Major engineering machinery companies such as SANY Heavy Industry, XCMG, Zoomlion, and Liugong have continued to see steady growth in overseas markets, with overseas sales accounting for nearly or exceeding 50% [2]

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - As of July 14, a total of 138 stocks reached their 52-week highs, indicating a strong performance in the market, with notable leaders including Green Heart Group Holdings, OK Blockchain, and Pearl River Steel Pipe [1]. Group 1: Top Performers - Green Heart Group Holdings (02999) achieved a closing price of 0.013 with a peak of 0.017, marking a 70.00% increase [1]. - OK Blockchain (01499) closed at 0.680, reaching a high of 0.690, reflecting a 48.39% rise [1]. - Pearl River Steel Pipe (01938) had a closing price of 0.335 and a peak of 0.340, resulting in a 33.33% increase [1]. Group 2: Other Notable Stocks - Weishi Jiajie (00856) saw a 32.01% increase, closing at 8.870 with a high of 11.300 [1]. - Cloud Intelligence (09678) reached a high of 520.000, closing at 510.000, which is a 20.99% increase [1]. - China Chengtong Development Group (00217) closed at 0.165 with a peak of 0.166, marking a 14.48% rise [1]. Group 3: Additional Stocks with Significant Increases - Sihuan Pharmaceutical (00460) closed at 1.380, reaching a high of 1.430, which is a 14.40% increase [1]. - Taited Pharmaceutical (03880) had a closing price of 36.950 and a peak of 37.400, reflecting a 13.85% rise [1]. - Beihai Kangcheng-B (01228) closed at 0.850 with a high of 0.960, resulting in a 12.94% increase [1].

Group 1 - Heavy machinery stocks have seen a general increase, with notable gains in companies such as Sany International (up 0.17% to HKD 5.77) and China National Heavy Duty Truck Group (up 1.38% to HKD 19.1) [1] - In Q1 2025, the domestic sales of excavators reached 36,562 units, marking a year-on-year increase of 38.3%, while total excavator sales from major manufacturers amounted to 61,372 units, up 22.8% year-on-year [1] - The average operating rate of construction machinery nationwide was reported at 44.67%, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 1.62%, with 12 provinces exceeding an average operating rate of 50% [1] Group 2 - The acceleration of major engineering projects across various regions is expected to enhance infrastructure investment in Q2, contributing positively to economic stability and growth [2] - Analysts from Huachuang Securities express optimism regarding domestic policy efforts to boost internal demand, suggesting that the engineering machinery sector is likely to benefit significantly [2]

Group 1 - Jianbang High-Tech submitted its listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, focusing on silver powder production for photovoltaic silver paste, with 2024 revenue of approximately 3.95 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 41.99% [1] - The company reported a gross profit of 131 million yuan, up 21.96% year-on-year, and a net profit of about 79 million yuan, reflecting a 31.95% increase [1] - Jianbang High-Tech aims to leverage its listing opportunity to expand its market presence and enhance competitiveness in the photovoltaic silver powder sector [1] Group 2 - Weixin Jinke announced that its minimum public shareholding has been restored, with approximately 163 million shares held by the public, accounting for 33.34% of total issued shares [2] - This restoration is crucial for maintaining the company's listing status and enhancing market confidence [2] - The company needs to continue monitoring its public shareholding to comply with relevant regulations and improve business performance [2] Group 3 - Weihong Group Holdings announced a further delay in publishing its 2024 annual results, now expected on May 12, due to incomplete bank confirmations and valuation reports [3] - The company's shares have been suspended from trading since April 1, 2024, indicating significant challenges in financial reporting [3] - The uncertainty surrounding the financial data may affect investor confidence and market perception of the company's financial health [3] Group 4 - China Longgong reported investments in various wealth management products, with unredeemed principal amounts of approximately 1.246 billion yuan in Bank of China products, 1.126 billion yuan in CCB products, 620 million yuan in CITIC products, and 410 million yuan in Minsheng products [4] - This diversified investment strategy reflects the company's cautious approach to fund management and risk diversification [4] - However, the high unredeemed principal amounts indicate potential market and liquidity risks that investors should monitor [4] Group 5 - Xunzhong Co., a new third board innovative layer enterprise, submitted its listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, previously having filed a prospectus on July 26, 2024 [5] - The company is positioned as a leading provider of intelligent cloud communication services, holding a 1.8% market share in China's cloud communication service market in 2023 [5] - The renewed listing application demonstrates the company's commitment to expanding its international market presence and enhancing its competitiveness in the global cloud communication sector [5] Group 6 - The Hang Seng Index closed at 22,504.68, with a gain of 1.74% on May 2 [6] - The Hang Seng Tech Index rose by 3.08%, closing at 5,244.06 [6] - The National Enterprises Index increased by 1.92%, ending at 8,231.04 [6]

Financial Performance - The company achieved a revenue of HKD 11.068 billion for the year ended December 31, 2024, with a net profit of HKD 1.104 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 58%[8]. - Operating profit increased by 50.62% to RMB 1.232 billion, while EBITDA rose by 36.44% to RMB 1.490 billion[6]. - The company maintained a cash flow from operating activities of RMB 1.48 billion, with total cash and financial assets amounting to RMB 7.773 billion at year-end[8]. - The company’s debt-to-asset ratio improved to 31%, indicating a healthier financial position compared to previous years[8]. - The total revenue for the reporting period was RMB 10,214 million, a decrease of 2.94% compared to RMB 10,523 million in the same period last year[15]. - The net profit for the year reached RMB 1,019 million, an increase of 57.80% from RMB 646 million in the previous year[15]. - The comprehensive gross profit margin improved to 19.56%, up 2.03 percentage points from 17.53% in the same period last year[15]. - Gross profit increased by 8% to RMB 1,998 million in 2024, up from RMB 1,845 million in 2023, with the gross margin rising from 18% to 20%[29]. - Other income rose to RMB 129 million in 2024 from RMB 125 million in 2023, driven by government subsidies and VAT deductions[30]. - The company achieved a significant turnaround in other gains and losses, moving from a loss of RMB 100 million in 2023 to a gain of RMB 57 million in 2024[31]. Sales and Market Position - The domestic sales volume of loaders continues to hold the industry’s top position, while forklifts secured a place among the top three in the industry[9]. - Sales of loaders accounted for 41.23% of total sales, slightly increasing by 0.04 percentage points from the previous year[15]. - The sales revenue of excavators decreased by 16.08% to approximately RMB 1,055 million, primarily due to a shift in pricing strategy[20]. - Export sales increased by 3.76% to RMB 3,190 million, highlighting the company's successful expansion in international markets[16]. - The sales revenue of forklifts reached approximately RMB 3,718 million, a slight increase of 1.61% from RMB 3,659 million last year[19]. - The company aims to enhance its market influence both domestically and internationally to ensure sustainable growth and profitability[17]. Research and Development - The company has increased its investment in R&D, focusing on technology upgrades and the development of new energy products[9]. - The company plans to focus on innovation and product development, emphasizing "green, intelligent, and high-end" R&D principles to enhance competitiveness[37]. Dividends and Reserves - The company plans to distribute a dividend of HKD 0.13 per share, with a payout ratio of 50% of net profit[8]. - The group reported a final dividend of HKD 0.08 per share for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023, totaling HKD 342 million (approximately RMB 311 million) distributed to shareholders[49]. - The board proposed a final dividend of HKD 0.13 per ordinary share for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024[50]. - The total distributable reserves of the company as of December 31, 2024, amounted to approximately RMB 7,921 million, an increase from RMB 7,206 million in 2023[55]. Operational Efficiency - Inventory turnover days decreased from 136 to 115 days, showcasing enhanced operational efficiency[6]. - Inventory decreased by 20% to RMB 2,287 million from RMB 2,877 million, reflecting improved inventory management in response to declining sales[33]. - Trade receivables increased by 19% to RMB 2,377 million from RMB 1,995 million, attributed to extended credit terms for high-value products[34]. Governance and Compliance - The company has adopted the standard code of conduct for securities trading as per the listing rules, and all directors confirmed compliance for the year ending December 31, 2024[105]. - The board consists of 8 members, including 4 executive directors, 1 non-executive director, and 3 independent non-executive directors[107]. - The company has established a risk management and internal control system, which is regularly reviewed by the audit committee[114]. - The company emphasizes the importance of independent non-executive directors in providing objective opinions for effective governance[111]. - The company has mechanisms in place to ensure that any director with a conflict of interest abstains from discussions and votes on related matters[123]. Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) - The company is committed to improving environmental performance and reducing pollution during production processes[75]. - The company aims to become a "respected global leader in engineering machinery operations" and is dedicated to sustainable development and social responsibility[146]. - The ESG governance structure consists of the Board of Directors, an ESG working group, and executive departments, ensuring comprehensive oversight and management of ESG-related activities[147]. - The company has established insider information disclosure procedures to ensure timely assessment of matters that may significantly impact stock prices[127]. - The company emitted 214,336.4 tons of CO2, 0.43803 tons of methane, and 0.05776 tons of nitrous oxide in 2024[158]. - The company discharged 562,349 tons of wastewater, achieving a 100% compliance rate with GB/T 31962-2015 standards[158]. - The company has adopted the ISO 14001 environmental management system and set emission reduction targets in response to climate change policies[165]. Employee Relations - Employee satisfaction regarding the working environment reached 99%, with the company adhering to strict occupational health and safety regulations[171]. - The company provides various employee benefits, including holiday bonuses, maternity benefits, and health check-ups, to ensure a supportive work environment[166]. - The company conducts regular training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, focusing on professional development and leadership training[172]. Supplier Management - The company has established a strict supplier management system, ensuring that all products must sign a technical agreement before procurement to control quality from the source[181]. - The company emphasizes supplier risk identification and assessment, implementing necessary supervision and inspection of supplier production sites[178]. - The company has set up a quality information reporting platform to ensure timely processing of quality information and has created a quality case manual for internal sharing[185]. Risk Management - The company faces market risks due to potential declines in demand for its products in the engineering machinery industry, which has entered a relatively stable period after years of rapid growth[90]. - The group’s receivables account for 18% of total assets, indicating significant exposure to credit risk influenced by overall economic conditions[196]. - Management's assessment of expected credit losses involves significant judgments and assumptions, including customer payment patterns and macroeconomic factors[196].

Group 1: Transformation and Upgrading - Longjin Environmental Protection is actively transforming by leveraging its core strengths in environmental equipment while expanding into the renewable energy sector, aiming to create a "second growth curve" through various initiatives such as mining solar energy and energy storage systems [1][13][23] - Longgong Group focuses on "green, intelligent, and high-end" development, achieving record monthly sales of electric loaders and forklifts, which accounted for 77.6% of total revenue last year [2][4][17] - Longyan Kaolin achieved a 10.5% increase in net profit despite only a 2% revenue growth, driven by the development of comprehensive utilization technologies for kaolin tailings and porcelain stone [5][19] Group 2: Cost Control and Efficiency Improvement - Longyan Kaolin has implemented a strict procurement system and monthly production planning to optimize costs and improve efficiency, resulting in a reduction of total inventory from 2.877 billion to 2.287 billion [10][12][24] - Longjin Environmental Protection managed to achieve a 63.15% increase in net profit despite a 12.75% decline in revenue from environmental equipment manufacturing, showcasing effective cost control and resource reallocation [13][24] - Longgong Group reported a 57.80% increase in net profit while revenue decreased by 2.94%, indicating successful cost control measures and improved operational quality [12][33] Group 3: Market Expansion - Zijin Mining achieved a 52% increase in net profit last year and a 62% increase in the first quarter of this year, supported by its extensive overseas operations in 16 countries and 17 provinces in China [6][16][28] - Longgong Group's export sales increased by 3.76% to 3.19 billion, highlighting successful market expansion despite domestic sales challenges [17][29] - Longjin Environmental Protection has expanded its engineering projects to over 50 countries, focusing on industrialization processes in ASEAN and Belt and Road countries to drive new business growth [18][30]

Group 1 - Heavy machinery stocks in Hong Kong experienced a general rise, with Zoomlion (000157) increasing over 5%, SANY International rising over 4%, and China Longgong up 1.5% [1][2] - CME forecasts that excavator sales will reach 28,500 units by March 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 14%, with domestic sales expected to be 18,500 units (+22% YoY) and exports at 10,000 units (+2% YoY) [2] - Dongwu Securities predicts a better-than-expected recovery in excavator sales, supported by high growth in water conservancy investment for small excavators, stabilization in real estate and infrastructure for medium excavators, and stable demand from mining for large excavators [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating an expected investment return exceeding 15% over the next 6-12 months [5][6]. Core Views - The company achieved a significant increase in net profit, with a 57.8% year-on-year growth, despite a 2.9% decline in revenue [1]. - The domestic engineering machinery demand is recovering, and the company is expected to benefit from this trend, along with the internationalization and electrification of machinery [5]. - The company is positioned to capitalize on the accelerating trend of electrification in loaders, with electric loader sales increasing by 261.2% in early 2025 [4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported revenue of 10.21 billion RMB, a decrease of 2.9% year-on-year, while net profit reached 1.02 billion RMB, up 57.8% [1]. - The gross margin improved to 19.6%, an increase of 2.0 percentage points, and the net margin rose to 10.0%, up 3.8 percentage points [1]. - The company plans to distribute a dividend of 0.13 HKD per share, with a payout ratio of 50% and a dividend yield of approximately 6.4% [1]. Product Performance - Revenue from wheel loaders was 3.93 billion RMB, down 3.1% year-on-year, while mini wheel loaders saw a revenue increase of 5.9% to 160 million RMB, indicating strong demand in agriculture and light construction [2]. - Forklift revenue rose by 1.6% to 3.72 billion RMB, driven by increased demand in the logistics and warehousing sector [2]. - Excavator revenue decreased by 16.1% to 1.06 billion RMB, primarily due to a shift to discount promotion strategies [2]. Market Trends - Domestic sales revenue was 7.02 billion RMB, down 5.7% year-on-year, attributed to weakened demand in the construction sector [3]. - The company’s overseas revenue reached 3.19 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 3.8%, with overseas sales accounting for 31.2% of total revenue, up 2.0 percentage points [3]. - The government’s fiscal policies are expected to stimulate infrastructure investment, benefiting downstream equipment demand [3]. Electrification Trend - The sales of electric loaders in early 2025 reached 2,413 units, a remarkable increase of 261.2%, with an electrification rate of 14.5%, up 12.0 percentage points year-on-year [4]. - The company is well-positioned as a leading player in the electric loader market, benefiting from the accelerating electrification trend [4].

Group 1 - The rental index for aerial work platforms in February 2025 is projected to be 350 points, reflecting a month-on-month decrease of 21.4% but a year-on-year increase of 34.1% [1] - Excavator sales in March 2025 are expected to reach 28,500 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 14%, with domestic sales of 18,500 units (up 22% year-on-year) and exports of 10,000 units (up 2% year-on-year) [1] - Cumulative excavator domestic sales from January to March 2025 are projected at 35,545 units (up 34% year-on-year), while cumulative exports are expected to be 24,737 units (up 5% year-on-year), indicating a marginal recovery in both domestic and international demand [1] Group 2 - Dongwu Securities predicts that the improvement in excavator sales is primarily due to the replacement of aging equipment, as the previous upcycle lasted from 2015 to 2023, with an average lifespan of 8-10 years for excavators [1] - The financial environment has improved since Q4 2024, providing support for both existing and new projects, which is expected to further bolster demand for excavators [1] - The report anticipates that high growth in water conservancy investment will support small excavators, while stabilization in real estate and infrastructure development will benefit medium-sized excavators, and stable demand from mining will support large excavators [1] Group 3 - Pacific Securities reports that the export data for excavator products in January and February 2025 continues to show high year-on-year growth, contributing significantly to the profits of major manufacturers [2] - The positive trend in exports is expected to enhance profit margins for manufacturers, with a favorable overseas demand environment anticipated to positively impact their performance [2] - The engineering machinery sector is viewed positively by the market, with expectations of continued growth in exports and overall industry performance [2] Group 4 - Related Hong Kong-listed companies in the engineering machinery sector include Zoomlion Heavy Industry (000157), China Longgong (03339), First Tractor Company (00038), Sany International (00631), Zhengzhou Coal Mining Machinery (601717), China National Heavy Duty Truck Group (000951), Weichai Power (000338), and Sany International (02155) [3]