Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the initiation of the second batch of pilot projects for the electrification of public vehicles in China, aiming to expand the market application of new energy vehicles (NEVs) from 2024 to 2026, with a target of promoting over 250,000 new energy vehicles and constructing over 240,000 charging stations in selected cities [1]. Group 1: Pilot Projects and Market Expansion - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, along with other departments, has launched pilot projects in 10 cities, including Tianjin and Xi'an, to promote the electrification of public vehicles [1]. - The pilot projects will support the integration of new technologies such as vehicle-network interaction and smart connectivity, enhancing the market application of NEVs [1]. - The expected outcomes include the promotion of over 250,000 new energy vehicles and the construction of more than 240,000 charging stations in the selected cities [1]. Group 2: Battery Companies' Initiatives - CATL is collaborating with various bus companies to provide high-performance battery products and has launched a series of commercial vehicle batteries suitable for different scenarios [1][2]. - CATL has partnered with Yutong Group to offer a 15-year warranty on long-life batteries and signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Shaanxi Automobile Group to promote the adoption of new energy commercial vehicles [1]. - EVE Energy is working with remote new energy commercial vehicles to supply high-performance batteries for electric buses and has introduced the Omni LMX series batteries for light and heavy trucks [2]. Group 3: Infrastructure Development - CATL has established over 3,000 battery swap stations since 2018 and plans to build 30,000 swap stations in collaboration with partners by 2027 [4]. - The "Chocolate Battery Swap" service brand by CATL operates in multiple cities, providing integrated battery swap solutions [4]. - Guoxuan High-Tech is exploring charging infrastructure with its mobile charging pile product, which offers flexible and rapid charging services for new energy vehicles [4].

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[Company Information](index=2&type=section&id=%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) [Management Discussion and Analysis](index=5&type=section&id=%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86%E5%B1%A4%E8%A8%8E%E8%AB%96%E5%8F%8A%E5%88%86%E6%9E%90) [Industry Overview](index=5&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E3%80%81%20%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E6%89%80%E5%9C%A8%E8%A1%8C%E6%A5%AD%E6%83%85%E6%B3%81) Driven by global carbon neutrality goals, the new energy industry is rapidly expanding, with significant year-on-year growth in power battery installations and energy storage lithium battery shipments in H1 2024 - Global investment in clean energy is projected to exceed **$2 trillion** in 2024, driving new energy industry development[7](index=7&type=chunk) - From January to June 2024, global new energy vehicle power battery installations reached **364.6 GWh**, a year-on-year increase of **22.3%**[8](index=8&type=chunk) - From January to June 2024, China's new energy vehicle sales reached **4.944 million units**, a year-on-year increase of **32%**, with a penetration rate of **35%**[9](index=9&type=chunk) - In H1 2024, global energy storage lithium battery shipments increased by approximately **35%** year-on-year; China's market shipments were **116 GWh**, a year-on-year increase of **41%**[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Power Battery Market](index=5&type=section&id=1%E3%80%81%20%E5%8B%95%E5%8A%9B%E9%9B%BB%E6%B1%A0%E5%B8%82%E5%A0%B4) Driven by carbon neutrality goals, the global new energy vehicle market's penetration rate is rapidly growing, boosting power battery demand, with global installations increasing by 22.3% year-on-year in H1 2024 [Energy Storage Market](index=6&type=section&id=2%E3%80%81%20%E5%82%B5%E8%83%BD%E5%B8%82%E5%A0%B4) The global energy storage market entered a high-growth phase in 2024, with H1 global lithium battery shipments increasing by approximately 35% year-on-year, driven by rapid growth in China and large-scale projects in Europe and America [Business Review](index=6&type=section&id=%E4%BA%8C%E3%80%81%20%E6%A5%AD%E5%8B%99) In H1 2024, the company achieved significant results in technology, products, and market performance, including breakthroughs in high-voltage materials and solid-state batteries, launching leading products for various vehicle and energy storage markets, and securing the world's largest energy storage battery order [Technological Breakthroughs](index=7&type=section&id=1%E3%80%81%20%E6%8A%80%E8%A1%93%E5%86%8D%E7%AA%81%E7%A0%B4) In H1 2024, the company achieved multiple technological breakthroughs across advanced materials, high-performance and novel battery technologies, and advanced manufacturing, including 5V high-voltage materials, 6C ultra-fast charging, and 400Wh/kg hybrid solid-liquid battery industrialization, holding 3,438 authorized patents - Key technological breakthroughs in advanced materials include **5V high-voltage lithium nickel manganese oxide**, new ultra-fast charging silicon-carbon materials, and all-solid-state electrolyte materials[18](index=18&type=chunk) - In high-performance battery technology, the company completed **6C ultra-fast charging high-nickel cylindrical cell** development and made progress in high-manganese lithium iron phosphate battery technology[22](index=22&type=chunk) - For novel battery technologies, **400Wh/kg high-energy density, high-safety hybrid solid-liquid battery** products entered the industrialization phase[22](index=22&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2024, the Group had **3,438 authorized patents** and another **746 pending authorizations**[21](index=21&type=chunk) [Product Leadership](index=9&type=section&id=2%E3%80%81%20%E7%94%A2%E5%93%81%E5%86%8D%E9%A0%98%E5%85%88) The company launched several market-leading products, including 800V 5C ultra-fast charging LFP batteries and 400Wh/kg semi-solid-state batteries for passenger vehicles, full-scenario solutions for commercial vehicles, and the mass delivery of 314Ah cells and 6.25MWh+ liquid-cooled containerized energy storage systems for the energy storage market - Passenger vehicle products include **800V 3C/5C batteries** capable of **80% charge in 10 minutes**, and **ultra-high energy density semi-solid-state batteries** with energy density exceeding **400Wh/kg**[25](index=25&type=chunk) - Commercial vehicle products cover **30-600 kWh** full-scenario demands, meeting various operating conditions for light trucks, heavy trucks, and construction machinery[28](index=28&type=chunk) - In the energy storage market, **314Ah cell products** achieved mass delivery, and the new generation **20-foot energy storage container** reached **6.25MWh+** capacity, leading the industry[31](index=31&type=chunk) [Performance Achievements](index=11&type=section&id=3%E3%80%81%20%E6%A5%AD%E7%B8%BE%E6%88%90%E6%9E%9C) During the reporting period, the company's total assets grew to **CNY 111.263 billion**, with revenue increasing by **1.4%** to **CNY 12.469 billion**, driven by significant year-on-year growth in hybrid and commercial vehicle installations, substantial increases in energy storage shipments, and accelerated international expansion - Passenger vehicle market: Hybrid vehicle installations increased by **155%** year-on-year, securing new project nominations from international clients including Toyota, Volkswagen, and Ford[35](index=35&type=chunk) - Commercial vehicle market: Domestic installations increased by **125%** year-on-year, achieving full coverage of mainstream products and bulk delivery to strategic clients[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Energy storage market: Shipments continued to grow significantly, with **314Ah cell products** achieving mass delivery and securing the **world's largest energy storage battery order**[37](index=37&type=chunk) [Future Outlook](index=14&type=section&id=%E4%B8%89%E3%80%81%20%E6%9C%AA%E4%BE%86%E5%B1%95%E6%9C%9B) The company will adhere to its "dual-driven power and energy storage" and "dual domestic and international circulation" strategies, focusing on continuous technological innovation for industrialization of advanced battery products, deepening domestic client cooperation, expanding into international and emerging markets, and advancing global industrial layouts - Adherence to the **"dual-driven power and energy storage"** business strategy and **"dual domestic and international circulation"** regional strategy[40](index=40&type=chunk) - Technology and product innovation: Committed to the industrialization of **5C ultra-fast charging LFP batteries**, **6C ultra-fast charging high-nickel cylindrical batteries**, and **400Wh/kg solid-liquid hybrid batteries**[45](index=45&type=chunk) - Market expansion: Deepening domestic passenger and commercial vehicle markets, vigorously developing emerging markets such as energy storage, marine, and rail transit, and fully expanding into international markets[44](index=44&type=chunk)[47](index=47&type=chunk)[48](index=48&type=chunk) - International layout: Progressing with the **Europe Portugal project** construction as planned and initiating industrial layout targeting the **ASEAN region**[49](index=49&type=chunk) [Financial Review](index=17&type=section&id=%E5%9B%9B%E3%80%81%20%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%A7) In H1 2024, the Group's revenue increased by **1.4%** to **CNY 12.469 billion**, with profit for the period surging **56.6%** to **CNY 417 million**, and basic earnings per share rising **69.9%** to **CNY 0.1405**, driven by a significant gross margin improvement to **15.6%** and **43.2%** growth in energy storage system products and other business revenue 2024 H1 Key Financial Data | Metric | 2024 H1 | 2023 H1 | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | CNY 12.469 billion | CNY 12.295 billion | +1.4% | | Profit for the Period | CNY 417 million | CNY 266 million | +56.6% | | Basic Earnings Per Share | CNY 0.1405 | CNY 0.0827 | +69.9% | | Gross Margin | 15.6% | 9.6% | +6.0pp | Revenue by Product | Product | 2024 H1 Revenue (CNY thousands) | Revenue Share | 2023 H1 Revenue (CNY thousands) | Revenue Share | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Power Batteries | 9,723,980 | 78.0% | 10,377,467 | 84.4% | | Energy Storage Systems and Others | 2,745,257 | 22.0% | 1,917,245 | 15.6% | | **Total** | **12,469,237** | **100%** | **12,294,712** | **100%** | - Revenue from energy storage system products and other businesses saw strong year-on-year growth of **43.2%**, primarily due to the company's continued expansion in this business segment[58](index=58&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2024, total assets were **CNY 111.263 billion**, a **5.5%** increase from the beginning of the year; total liabilities were **CNY 63.894 billion**, an **8.2%** increase from the beginning of the year[64](index=64&type=chunk)[65](index=65&type=chunk) - Operating cash flow shifted from a net outflow of **CNY 2.725 billion** in the prior period to a net inflow of **CNY 1.255 billion**, primarily due to increased sales collections[66](index=66&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance and Other Information](index=22&type=section&id=%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) [Corporate Governance and Compliance](index=23&type=section&id=%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB%E8%88%87%E5%90%88%E8%A6%8F) The company maintains high corporate governance standards, complying with all applicable Code on Corporate Governance provisions during the reporting period, with the only deviation being the combined roles of Chairman and CEO, which the Board believes enhances leadership consistency and decision-making efficiency - The company complied with the **Code on Corporate Governance**, with a deviation from Rule C.2.1 where the roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are not separated, both held by Ms. Liu Jingyu[81](index=81&type=chunk) - The Audit Committee, comprising three independent non-executive directors, reviewed and agreed to the unaudited condensed consolidated financial information for the reporting period[84](index=84&type=chunk) [Use of Proceeds from Listing](index=24&type=section&id=%E4%B8%8A%E5%B8%82%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85%E7%94%A8%E9%80%94) The company's H-shares were listed in October 2022, generating net proceeds of approximately **HKD 9.98 billion**, primarily allocated to new production facility construction, with **HKD 654 million** remaining unutilized as of June 30, 2024, expected to be fully used by year-end 2024 Use of Proceeds from Listing (As of June 30, 2024) | Item | Percentage of Total Net Proceeds | Unutilized Net Proceeds (HKD millions) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Construction of New Production Facilities | 80% | 653.90 | | Research and Development of Advanced Technologies | 10% | - | | Working Capital and General Corporate Purposes | 10% | - | [Other Information](index=25&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) The Board resolved not to declare an interim dividend for 2024, and neither the company nor its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any listed securities during the period, with total employees at 12,286 as of June 30, 2024, and Mr. Li Yunxiang resigning as non-executive director on August 26, 2024 - The Board resolved not to recommend the payment of an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2024[92](index=92&type=chunk) - As of June 30, 2024, the Group's total number of employees was **12,286**[94](index=94&type=chunk) - Executive Directors Ms. Liu Jingyu and Mr. Dai Ying held **1,732,216** and **1,196,820** domestic shares of the company, respectively[99](index=99&type=chunk) [Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=29&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%B5%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E8%A1%A8) [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss](index=29&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%B5%E6%90%8D%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2024, the company achieved revenue of **CNY 12.469 billion**, a **1.4%** year-on-year increase; gross profit was **CNY 1.948 billion**, up **65.2%**; profit for the period was **CNY 417 million**, a significant **56.6%** increase; and profit attributable to owners was **CNY 249 million**, with basic earnings per share of **CNY 0.1405** Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss Summary (For the six months ended June 30) | Item (CNY thousands) | 2024 | 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 12,469,237 | 12,294,712 | | Gross Profit | 1,948,130 | 1,179,065 | | Operating Profit | 658,774 | 364,776 | | Profit for the Period | 417,306 | 266,487 | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 248,987 | 146,517 | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=31&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%B5%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E7%8B%80%E6%B3%81%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2024, the company's total assets were **CNY 111.263 billion**, a **5.5%** increase from year-end 2023, with non-current assets of **CNY 79.280 billion** primarily in property, plant, and equipment, and total liabilities of **CNY 63.894 billion**, resulting in net assets of **CNY 47.369 billion** and net current liabilities of **CNY 3.778 billion** Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Summary | Item (CNY thousands) | June 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Assets** | **111,262,512** | **105,429,034** | | Non-current Assets | 79,279,591 | 73,318,005 | | Current Assets | 31,982,922 | 32,111,020 | | **Total Liabilities** | **63,893,928** | **59,043,244** | | Current Liabilities | 35,760,642 | 36,821,461 | | Non-current Liabilities | 28,133,287 | 22,221,774 | | **Net Assets** | **47,368,584** | **46,385,790** | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows](index=34&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%B5%E7%8F%BE%E9%87%91%E6%B5%81%E9%87%8F%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2024, net cash from operating activities significantly improved to a **CNY 1.255 billion** inflow from a **CNY 2.725 billion** outflow in the prior period, while net cash used in investing activities was **CNY 8.408 billion**, and net cash from financing activities was **CNY 8.327 billion**, with cash and cash equivalents at period-end totaling **CNY 8.996 billion** Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Summary (For the six months ended June 30) | Item (CNY thousands) | 2024 | 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Cash Generated From (Used In) Operating Activities | 1,254,970 | (2,724,886) | | Net Cash Used In Investing Activities | (8,408,291) | (13,688,636) | | Net Cash Generated From Financing Activities | 8,326,627 | 13,893,847 | | **Net Increase/(Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents** | **1,173,306** | **(2,519,675)** | | Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period | 8,995,866 | 8,444,794 | [Notes to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements](index=35&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E5%90%88%E4%BD%B5%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E8%A1%A8%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB) [Note 6. Revenue](index=41&type=section&id=%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB6.%20%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) During the reporting period, the company's total revenue was **CNY 12.469 billion**, with power battery sales contributing **CNY 9.724 billion (78.0%)** and energy storage system products and other sales contributing **CNY 2.745 billion (22.0%)**, primarily from Mainland China, which accounted for **98.1%** of revenue Revenue by Product Line (For the six months ended June 30) | Product Line | 2024 Revenue (CNY thousands) | 2023 Revenue (CNY thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Sales of Power Batteries | 9,723,980 | 10,377,467 | | Sales of Energy Storage Systems and Others | 2,745,257 | 1,917,245 | | **Total** | **12,469,237** | **12,294,712** | [Note 16. Trade and Bills Receivables](index=47&type=section&id=%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB16.%20%E8%B2%BF%E6%98%93%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E6%AC%BE%E9%A0%85%E5%8F%8A%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E7%A5%A8%E6%93%9A) As of June 30, 2024, total trade and bills receivables increased to **CNY 8.420 billion** from **CNY 6.829 billion** at year-end 2023, comprising net trade receivables of **CNY 7.309 billion** and bills receivables of **CNY 1.112 billion**, with a bad debt provision of **CNY 120 million** Trade and Bills Receivables | Item (CNY thousands) | June 30, 2024 | December 31, 2023 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Trade Receivables (net of provision) | 7,308,565 | 5,071,212 | | Bills Receivables | 1,111,627 | 1,758,094 | | **Total** | **8,420,192** | **6,829,306** | [Note 23. Contingent Liabilities](index=54&type=section&id=%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB23.%20%E6%88%96%E7%84%B6%E8%B2%A0%E5%82%B5) The company faces multiple patent infringement lawsuits from CATL, with ongoing claims related to Patents Two, Six, and Seven totaling over **CNY 260 million** as of June 30, 2024, though the Board believes these claims lack merit and are unlikely to result in significant economic outflows despite an initial adverse ruling for Patent Two - The company is involved in multiple intellectual property infringement claims with CATL, concerning **Patent Two, Patent Six, and Patent Seven**[209](index=209&type=chunk)[214](index=214&type=chunk) Contingent Liabilities Related to CATL Claims (As of June 30, 2024) | Related Patent | Claimed Damages (CNY thousands) | Claimed Expenses (CNY thousands) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Patent Two | 40,558 | 1,018 | | Patent Six | 130,000 | 500 | | Patent Seven | 92,000 | 300 | - The Directors believe that the claims related to **Patent Two, Patent Six, and Patent Seven** lack merit, and a proper resolution of these claims is unlikely to result in a significant outflow of economic benefits[214](index=214&type=chunk) [Definitions and Glossary](index=57&type=section&id=%E5%AE%9A%E7%BE%A9%E5%8F%8A%E8%A9%9E%E5%BD%99)

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [1][6]. Core Insights - The company has demonstrated stable revenue growth and improved profitability in the first half of 2024, with a revenue of 12.47 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1%, and a net profit of 2.5 billion yuan, up 70% year-on-year [3][4]. - The company is focusing on enhancing its product strength and expanding its global presence in the power and energy storage sectors [5][6]. Revenue and Profitability - The company's revenue in the first half of 2024 was 12.47 billion yuan, with a slight increase of 1% year-on-year, primarily driven by a 43% increase in energy storage system sales, while power battery sales decreased by 6% to 9.72 billion yuan [3][4]. - The overall gross margin improved to approximately 15.6%, up 6 percentage points year-on-year, and the net loss from other operations decreased from 320 million yuan to 140 million yuan [4]. Market Position and Growth - The company maintained a solid position in the power battery market, with a global installed capacity of 16.7 GWh in the first half of 2024, representing a 35% year-on-year growth and a market share of 4.6%, ranking fifth globally [4]. - In the domestic market, the installed capacity reached 13.8 GWh, a 10% increase year-on-year, with a market share of 6.9%, ranking third [4]. Product Development and Innovation - The company is committed to continuous product innovation, launching new series and solid-state batteries, with plans for mass production by 2027 [5][6]. - The energy storage market saw significant growth, with the company achieving high shipment volumes and receiving recognition from strategic customers [4][5]. Financial Forecast - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 31.85 billion yuan, 40.56 billion yuan, and 49.53 billion yuan for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, with net profits expected to reach 560 million yuan, 720 million yuan, and 1.06 billion yuan in the same years [6][7].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the company [3][6]. Core Views - The company is a leading global lithium battery manufacturer, with expected capacity release and product matrix improvement, leading to sustained growth in power and energy storage batteries. The long-term development potential and performance improvement are promising, with projected net profits of 592 million, 966 million, and 1.25 billion RMB for 2024-2026, representing year-on-year growth of 101.3%, 63.1%, and 29.4% respectively [3][4]. Market Data - As of September 13, 2024, the company's closing price is 11.68 HKD, with a total market capitalization of 20.7 billion HKD and total assets of 111.26 billion RMB [2][3]. Financial Performance - In H1 2024, the company's revenue increased by 1% year-on-year to 12.47 billion RMB, with significant growth in energy storage revenue by 43% [3]. - The gross profit for H1 2024 rose by 65% year-on-year to 1.95 billion RMB, with a gross margin of 15.6%, up 6 percentage points year-on-year [3]. - The net profit for H1 2024 increased by 57% year-on-year to 420 million RMB, driven by gross profit growth and reduced inventory impairment provisions [3][4]. Product and Market Position - The company ranks among the top three in domestic power battery installations, with a global market share of 4.7% as of mid-2023, and a domestic market share of 6.99% as of August 2024 [3]. - The customer base is diversified, including partnerships with major automotive manufacturers for both electric and hybrid vehicles, as well as commercial vehicle collaborations [3]. Technological Advancements - The company is at the forefront of technology upgrades in high-nickel, fast-charging, and energy density improvements, with a comprehensive product matrix that includes various battery types [3][4]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates continued growth in energy storage, with a 43% increase in revenue in H1 2024, and has established strategic partnerships with major power groups for future projects [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with an updated target price of HK$ 16.64 per share [2][3]. Core Insights - The company's total revenue for the first half of the fiscal year 2024 reached RMB 12.47 billion, reflecting a slight year-on-year growth of 1.4%. Sales of power batteries decreased by 6.3%, while energy storage product sales increased by 43.2%, contributing to 22.0% of total revenue [3]. - The sales price of power batteries has stabilized since June, with a significant reduction in price decline due to a low base effect. The penetration rate of new energy vehicles has risen to 50%, indicating that supply-demand issues in the market have not worsened [3]. - The company is optimistic about maintaining its shipment targets for the year, with expectations for over 20 GWh in energy storage shipments. The contribution from overseas projects is expected to materialize starting in 2026/27 [3]. - The company has made significant progress in diversifying its customer base, with major clients contributing around 10% to 20% of total sales, reducing dependency on single customers [3]. - The gross profit margin improved significantly to 15.6% in the first half of the fiscal year, driven by economies of scale and increased production efficiency [3]. Financial Summary - Total revenue projections for the upcoming years are as follows: RMB 27,005.9 million for 2023, RMB 32,641.6 million for 2024, RMB 45,603.4 million for 2025, and RMB 60,965.9 million for 2026, indicating a year-on-year growth of 32.5% in 2023 and 20.9% in 2024 [8]. - The gross profit is expected to rise from RMB 3,511.5 million in 2024 to RMB 10,658.1 million in 2026, with gross profit margins projected to improve from 13.0% to 17.5% over the same period [8][12]. - The net profit is forecasted to increase significantly, from RMB 294.4 million in 2023 to RMB 2,191.2 million in 2026, reflecting a strong recovery in profitability [8]. Industry Comparison - The company has a market capitalization of approximately HK$ 20.1 billion, with a projected price-to-earnings ratio of 47.0x for the current year [5]. - Compared to industry peers, the company maintains a competitive position with a gross margin of 13.0% and a return on equity of 1.1% [5].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Outperform" rating to the company, indicating an expectation of better performance compared to the market [4]. Core Insights - The company has shown significant growth in its performance for the first half of 2024, with revenue reaching 12.469 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1.4%, and a profit of 417 million yuan, up 56.6% year-on-year [4]. - The company is actively promoting technological innovation, enhancing its competitive edge with new product releases and advancements in battery technology [4][8]. - The report highlights the company's strong position in various sectors, including power batteries, energy storage, and marine applications, with substantial growth in installed capacity and product deliveries [4][6]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first half of 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 12.469 billion yuan, with a profit margin of 15.62%, reflecting a 6.03 percentage point increase year-on-year [4]. - The projected net profits for 2024-2026 are estimated at 654 million yuan, 1.023 billion yuan, and 1.474 billion yuan respectively, indicating robust growth [5][6]. Business Segments - Power Battery: The company ranks second among third-party power battery manufacturers in China, with a 155% year-on-year increase in installed capacity for hybrid vehicles and a 125% increase for commercial vehicles [4]. - Energy Storage: The company has seen a significant increase in shipments, with the 314Ah cell product achieving large-scale stable deliveries and securing the largest global energy storage battery order [4][6]. - Marine Applications: The company is the first domestic battery manufacturer to receive DNV certification and has signed multiple international large ship projects [4]. Valuation and Forecast - The report estimates a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 38-40 for 2024, translating to a reasonable value range of 14.01-14.75 yuan, or 15.35-16.15 Hong Kong dollars [4][8]. - The company is projected to maintain a gross margin of 15.50% across its product lines, with significant growth in both power battery and energy storage revenues over the next few years [6][7].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue increased by 1.4% from RMB 12,294.71 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, to RMB 12,469.24 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024[2]. - Profit for the period rose by 56.6% from RMB 266.49 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, to RMB 417.31 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024[2]. - Basic earnings per share increased by 69.9% from RMB 0.0827 to RMB 0.1405 for the same periods[2]. - Gross profit for the period was RMB 1,948.13 million, compared to RMB 1,179.07 million in the previous period, reflecting a significant increase[4]. - The group reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 342.97 million for the period, compared to RMB 257.43 million in the previous period[6]. - Revenue for the period was RMB 12.47 billion, representing a 1.4% year-on-year growth, driven by capacity release and increased customer demand[57]. - The company's revenue from sales of power batteries for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 9,723,980 thousand, a decrease of 6.3% compared to RMB 10,377,467 thousand in the same period of 2023[19]. - Revenue from sales of energy storage systems and others increased significantly to RMB 2,745,257 thousand, up 43.3% from RMB 1,917,245 thousand in the previous year[19]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets less current liabilities increased to RMB 75,501.87 million from RMB 68,607.56 million[9]. - The net asset value increased to RMB 47,368.58 million from RMB 46,385.79 million[9]. - Total assets increased by 5.5% to RMB 111,262.51 million as of June 30, 2024, from RMB 105,429.03 million as of December 31, 2023[82]. - Total liabilities increased by 8.2% to RMB 63,893.93 million as of June 30, 2024, from RMB 59,043.24 million as of December 31, 2023[83]. - The debt-to-equity ratio increased to 61.2% as of June 30, 2024, compared to 47.1% as of December 31, 2023, primarily due to increased project financing[86]. Cash Flow and Expenditures - Operating cash inflow for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 1,254.97 million, a significant increase from an outflow of RMB 2,724.89 million in the same period of 2023[84]. - Capital expenditure for the six months ended June 30, 2024, was RMB 7,815.55 million, down from RMB 11,991.84 million in the same period of 2023[88]. Research and Development - Research and development expenses rose to RMB 542.23 million from RMB 170.57 million, indicating a focus on innovation[4]. - The company focused on advanced materials, including breakthroughs in 5V high-voltage nickel manganese lithium materials and new solid-state electrolyte materials[66]. - The company is committed to continuous innovation in advanced materials and manufacturing technologies to maintain a competitive edge in the battery application field[65]. Market and Sales - The global demand for power batteries reached 364.6 GWh in the first half of 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 22.3%[37]. - In China, the sales of new energy vehicles reached 4.944 million units in the first half of 2024, a 32% increase year-on-year, with a penetration rate of 35%[38]. - The energy storage market's power storage shipments accounted for 89% of total shipments, with a year-on-year growth of 43%, indicating a strong demand driver[41]. - The company’s hybrid vehicle battery installation volume increased by 155% year-on-year, with new partnerships established with major clients such as Chery and Dongfeng[59]. Governance and Compliance - The company has complied with all applicable corporate governance code provisions, except for the separation of the roles of chairman and CEO[109]. - The audit committee has reviewed the unaudited interim consolidated financial information for the reporting period[112]. - The company will continue to assess the effectiveness of its governance structure regarding the separation of the chairman and CEO roles[110]. Legal and Contingent Liabilities - The company received a civil judgment in May 2024 requiring it to pay RMB 40.6 million in damages related to patent two[98]. - The company has assessed that claims related to patents two, six, and seven lack basis, indicating low likelihood of economic outflow[99]. - The total contingent liabilities related to claims against CATL include RMB 40,558 thousand for patent two and RMB 92,000 thousand for patent seven as of June 30, 2024[101]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to establish a production base in Portugal, with environmental approval expected in Q1 2024, to support international customer deliveries[71]. - The company plans to allocate approximately 80% of the net proceeds, amounting to HKD 7,984.08 million, for the construction of new production facilities totaling 95GWh for power batteries and energy storage systems by the end of December 2024[103].