超长账期是整个汽车产业链的问题，并不单单只是整车。 汽车行业"内卷"态势下，超长账期拖垮中小供应商成为了市场关注重点，而问题矛头直指整车企业。整 车企业的账期问题也成为了监管重点，6月中旬，17家头部车企纷纷出来表态，将支付账期统一至60天 内。 而事实上，超长账期是整个汽车产业链的问题，并不单单只是整车。 传统汽车供应链具备明显的层级结构，分为一级供应商（Tier1）、二级供应商（Tier2）和三级供应商 （Tier3），一级供应商是与整车厂商直接签订供货合同的供应商，而二级供应商是为一级供应商提供 零部件或组件的供应商，三级供应商则位于供应链的底端。 因为产业链中大量中小企业在谈判中处于弱势地位，话语权较大的头部供应商"压榨"供应链底端企业、 供应商之间超长账期从上到下层层传导的现象并不少见。 很长一段时间以来，整车被认为在整个汽车产业链中占据了较强话语权，这体现在应付账款和应收账款 周转天数上，便呈现出前者远大于后者的现象，账期差也表明整车占用供应商资金较多，将财务压力往 上游传导。 值得注意的是，动力电池厂商亿纬锂能（265天）、孚能科技（273天）、国轩高科（282天）、中创新 航（282天）、鹏辉 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights significant developments in the lithium battery industry, including major supply agreements, production expansions, and market price trends for key materials [3][4][5][6]. Group 1: Major Supply Agreements - LG Energy Solution has signed a six-year supply agreement with Chery Automobile for 8 GWh of 46-series cylindrical batteries, marking the first such contract between a Korean battery manufacturer and a Chinese automaker [3]. - Farasis Energy has begun supplying its 4680 cylindrical batteries to BMW for its global electric vehicle platform, with plans for increased production capacity at its facilities [4]. Group 2: Production and Investment Developments - Ruipai New Energy is nearing the completion of a project to produce 50,000 tons of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials, with the first production line expected to start by the end of June [5]. - Foshan Fospower Technology Group is acquiring Hebei Jinli New Energy Technology, with a total transaction value of 5.08 billion yuan [6]. Group 3: Lithium Material Market Conditions - The domestic lithium carbonate market price is hovering around 60,000 yuan per ton, with expectations of slight downward adjustments due to increased production and inventory digestion by downstream manufacturers [8][9]. - The price of ternary materials remains stable but may face reductions in July if new orders do not materialize [9][10]. - Phosphate lithium prices are stable, with significant production increases expected from companies like Fulin Precision Engineering [10][11]. Group 4: Battery and Electric Vehicle Market Trends - In June, domestic battery manufacturers are maintaining good production levels, with expectations for a slight decline in overall operating rates if no new projects arise [16]. - The sales of passenger vehicles reached 450,000 units, with new energy vehicle sales at 245,000 units, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 37.88% [18]. - Recent policy discussions in Hunan regarding energy storage pricing indicate a potential decline in competitive pricing for new projects [19].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news is the successful completion of the 2025 Pearl River Delta and Guangdong East-West North Economic Cooperation Investment Conference, which resulted in 661 investment projects with a total investment amount of 302.2 billion yuan [1][2] - The conference highlighted the importance of economic cooperation between the Pearl River Delta and Guangdong East-West North regions, facilitating industrial transfer and promoting coordinated regional development in Guangdong [1][2] - The investment projects cover various industries, including electronic information, new energy, new materials, food processing, and low-altitude economy, indicating a diverse economic focus [1][2] Group 2 - The previous two investment conferences resulted in 575 projects with a total investment of 481.4 billion yuan, showcasing the growing investment interest in the Guangdong East-West North region [2] - The feedback from enterprises indicates that local government efficiency and industrial support capabilities are crucial factors for businesses considering investment in the region [2][3] - The conference also featured local officials promoting their regions' resources, industry characteristics, and preferential policies, which is expected to create a strong incentive effect for investors [3]

Core Viewpoint - Hyundai Motor Group has signed a 30GWh battery supply contract with Chinese battery manufacturer CALB, marking a diversification in its battery supply chain in China, following partnerships with CATL and BYD [3][4]. Group 1: Hyundai's Business in China - In 2024, Hyundai Motor Group's global sales and profit margins are projected to rank third, with China not being its primary market, as the focus remains on South Korea and North America [4]. - Hyundai's performance in China has shown significant improvement, with Beijing Hyundai's first-quarter losses narrowing to 423 billion KRW, a substantial improvement from 717.7 billion KRW year-on-year, nearing breakeven [4]. - Kia's joint venture in China, Yueda Kia, turned profitable last year after six consecutive years of losses, achieving an operating profit of 52.2 billion KRW in the first quarter, exceeding last year's total profit [4]. Group 2: CALB's Performance and Market Position - CALB's revenue for 2024 is projected to be 27.752 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 2.76%, with a profit of 844 million CNY, up 93.14% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 591 million CNY, increasing by 101.02% [6]. - In Q1 2025, CALB achieved revenue of 6.896 billion CNY, a 41.99% year-on-year growth, with a net profit of 230 million CNY, up 36.11% [6]. - According to SNE Research, CALB's power battery installation volume for 2024 is expected to reach 39.4GWh, a 16.6% increase year-on-year, ranking fourth globally and third in the domestic market behind CATL and BYD [6]. Group 3: Market Share and Rankings - In the first four months of 2025, CALB ranked fifth globally in power battery installation volume with 11.9GWh, a year-on-year growth of 21.4%, capturing a market share of 3.9% [7]. - In the domestic market, CALB maintained its position as the third-largest player with an installation volume of 15.07GWh and a market share of 6.26% from January to May [7].

Core Viewpoint - The implementation of the revised "Regulations on Payment of Funds for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises" by the State Council aims to shorten the payment period for suppliers to within 60 days, which has been positively received by multiple automotive companies, potentially improving supply chain efficiency and collaboration [2][6][7]. Group 1: Automotive Industry Response - Over ten automotive companies, including GAC Group, FAW Group, and BYD, have committed to reducing supplier payment terms to within 60 days, marking the beginning of a significant shift in the automotive industry's payment practices [3][4]. - The average payment cycle for domestic automotive companies has deteriorated from approximately 45 days a decade ago to much longer periods due to intensified competition and market pressures [6]. - The collective response from major automotive manufacturers is seen as a resistance to "involution" in the industry, with leaders publicly criticizing the negative impacts of price wars and extended payment terms [6][7]. Group 2: Impact on Suppliers - Shortening payment terms is expected to benefit suppliers by allowing quicker access to funds, thereby reducing operational risks and enabling faster production scale-up and product iteration [8]. - However, this shift may pose challenges for automotive companies with poor cash flow management, potentially leading to the elimination of weaker players in the market [8]. Group 3: Battery Industry Implications - The commitment to a 60-day payment term is particularly significant for the battery supply chain, where battery costs account for 30% to 40% of the total vehicle cost [12]. - The current lithium battery industry is facing challenges such as increased accounts receivable and extended customer payment cycles, impacting even leading companies like CATL [13][14]. - The new payment terms could enhance cash flow for battery suppliers, especially smaller firms, and foster deeper partnerships between automakers and battery manufacturers, promoting innovation and new business models [16].

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or specific companies within it Core Insights - NEV-PV battery installations increased by 11.2% week-over-week to 11.9 GWh, with a month-to-date increase of 14.5% and a year-to-date increase of 37.3% year-over-year [1] - CATL outperformed in market share, gaining 0.5 percentage points month-to-date, while BYD lost 4 percentage points in the same period [1][3] - Lithium-carbonate prices decreased by 2.7% week-over-week to Rmb 60,400 per ton, reflecting a 9.4% decline month-over-month [1] Summary by Sections Battery Installations - NEV-PV battery installations for the week of May 26 to June 1 reached 11.9 GWh, marking a 29.9% increase month-over-month and a 37.3% increase year-over-year [1][3] - Year-to-date installations for BEV and PHEV increased by 47.3% and 30.6% respectively [1] Market Share Dynamics - CATL's market share rose to 49.1%, while BYD's share fell to 33.6% [3] - CATL's installation growth was 15.8% year-to-date, compared to BYD's 2.5% [3] Cost Trends - LFP cell costs decreased to Rmb 245.2 per kWh, down 1.3% month-over-month and 9.3% year-over-year [2][8] - NCM cell costs fell to Rmb 351.9 per kWh, reflecting a 0.8% month-over-month and 10% year-over-year decline [2][8] - The gross profit margin for LFP cells improved to 15.9%, while NCM cells reached 17.2% [2][8]

Core Viewpoint - The lithium battery industry is experiencing a recovery in orders, particularly in the energy storage sector, with a global trend towards large-scale energy storage following the European household storage boom [1] Group 1: Industry Trends - The rapid development of AI is increasing the energy consumption burden on the global power industry due to the high energy requirements of hardware, model building, data centers, and temperature control systems [2] - The scale of energy storage is expected to grow significantly, driven by the high growth rates in the sales of new energy vehicles in China, with Q1 2023 showing approximately 50% and 47% growth in production and sales respectively [3] - Two new sectors are emerging as opportunities in the battery industry: data center energy storage, with over 150 new computing center projects this year, and the robotics sector, where 15 companies are already involved [4] Group 2: Company Performance - In Q1 2023, major battery manufacturers showed varied performance, with CATL, EVE Energy, and others reporting positive growth, while Ganfeng Lithium faced losses but saw a significant narrowing of those losses [6][7] - CATL continues to lead the industry with record battery sales and successful bids for large energy storage projects, such as a 19GWh project in the UAE [7] - EVE Energy is maintaining a steady growth strategy, focusing on both power and energy storage batteries without major disruptions [7] - Guoxuan High-Tech is expanding aggressively overseas, with significant revenue growth from international markets [8] - Despite challenges, companies like Dofluorid and others are adapting by diversifying their product offerings and improving profitability [8] Group 3: Competitive Landscape - The overall battery market in Q1 2023 showed positive trends, with increasing sales in both power and energy storage batteries, and a shift in supply-demand dynamics leading to inventory clearance [11] - The market is expected to undergo significant adjustments in 2024, with intensified competition and rapid product innovation across various battery types [11] - The demand for lithium resources is stable domestically, but cobalt prices may rise due to export restrictions from the Democratic Republic of Congo, while nickel resources remain a concern due to high external dependency [12] - The competition in the energy storage sector is likely to be global, with companies leveraging emerging markets such as AI, XR, robotics, and drones [12]

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of a joint venture between Zhongchuang Innovation and Handan City Investment Group, along with Handan City Urban Operation Group, aims to enhance the market expansion and strategic layout of the company's power and energy storage business [1][2]. Group 1: Joint Venture Details - The joint venture will have a registered capital of RMB 4 billion, with Zhongchuang Innovation contributing RMB 2.4 billion (60%) and Handan parties contributing RMB 1.6 billion (40%) [1]. - The joint venture will be considered a subsidiary of Zhongchuang Innovation, and its financial performance will be consolidated into the group's financial statements [1]. Group 2: Handan City Investment Group - Handan City Investment Group is a limited liability company registered in China, focusing on industrial investment, capital operation, and various sectors including water environmental protection and clean energy [1]. - The ultimate beneficial owner of Handan City Investment Group is the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of Handan City People's Government [1]. Group 3: Handan City Urban Operation Group - Handan City Urban Operation Group is also a limited liability company in China, primarily engaged in urban infrastructure construction and public service operations [2]. - Its business sectors include government investment project construction, real estate development, and urban public transportation [2]. - Similar to the investment group, the ultimate beneficial owner is the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of Handan City People's Government [2]. Group 4: Strategic Implications - The joint venture is primarily focused on the development and construction of power, energy storage batteries, and energy storage system integration projects [2]. - This initiative is expected to facilitate the market expansion and strategic positioning of Zhongchuang Innovation in the energy sector [2].

Core Viewpoint - 中创新航 has entered into a joint venture agreement with Handan City Investment Group and Handan City Urban Operation Group to establish a new company with a registered capital of RMB 4 billion, marking a significant strategic move in its business expansion [6][7]. Group 1: Joint Venture Agreement - The joint venture will have a registered capital of RMB 4 billion, with 中创新航 holding 60% and contributing RMB 2.4 billion, while the Handan parties will hold 40% and contribute RMB 1.6 billion [6]. - The new company will be considered a subsidiary of 中创新航, and its financial performance will be consolidated into the group's financial statements [6]. Group 2: Recent Developments - On May 24, 中创新航 announced its involvement in the large-scale solar-storage integrated project in Latin America, specifically the Chile Tarapacá Aurora project, which is expected to deliver 600 GWh of renewable electricity annually [7]. - This project is one of the largest solar-storage projects in Latin America and aims to meet the annual electricity needs of 200,000 households, serving as a benchmark for energy transition in Chile [7]. - The project utilizes 中创新航's 314Ah Gen2.0 energy storage cells, which were first showcased at the 2025 Munich Energy Storage Exhibition, highlighting the company's global technology integration [7].

Group 1 - The company, Zhongchuang Xinhang, announced a joint venture agreement with Handan Industrial Investment Group and Handan Urban Operation Group to establish a joint venture company [1] - The registered capital of the joint venture company is set at RMB 4 billion, with the company contributing RMB 2.4 billion (60% ownership) and Handan parties contributing RMB 1.6 billion (40% ownership) [1] - The joint venture will focus on the development and construction of power, energy storage batteries, and energy storage system integration projects, enhancing the company's market expansion and strategic layout in the power and energy storage business [1] Group 2 - Handan Industrial Investment Group is a limited liability company registered in China, primarily engaged in capital operation, water and environmental protection, clean energy, cultural tourism, and other sectors [2] - Handan Urban Operation Group is also a limited liability company in China, focusing on urban infrastructure construction, public service operations, and various development and management projects [2]