29 November 2025 | 12:30AM HKT Equity Research GC Tech: Shengyi (600183.SS): CCL factory visit; AI / data center drives demand ahead We recently visited Shengyi Technology's (600183.SS, Not Covered) copper clad laminate (CCL) factory in Dongguan and talked to management. Shengyi offers CCL and is expanding from consumer electronics / automotive to the data center market. Key discussions focused on (1) 2026 volume / pricing outlook; (2) CCL capacity expansion; (3) raw material supply; and (4) data center bus ...

Core Insights - The report suggests a high probability of an upward breakout in the market, leading to a cross-year rally, particularly due to anticipated positive economic policy adjustments from the upcoming political meetings [2][3] - The report emphasizes the importance of December as a strategic month for investment, with increased demand for equity funds expected due to the influx of new insurance premiums and favorable currency conditions [2][3] - The report identifies three main investment directions: infrastructure and real estate, service consumption, and self-sufficiency, with a focus on policy-driven adjustments [2][3] Investment Recommendations - The report lists a "golden stock" combination including companies such as Luxshare Precision, Shengyi Technology, Century Huatong, Zhongji Xuchuang, Haiguang Information, China Merchants Bank, Alibaba, Zijin Mining, Xingye Silver Tin, and XGIMI Technology [2][4] - Specific insights into Luxshare Precision highlight its strong position in the Apple supply chain and its potential for robust growth across various sectors, including automotive [8][9] - Shengyi Technology is noted for its leading position in the CCL market, with expectations for continued high-end product upgrades and significant growth potential [12][13] - Century Huatong is recognized for its innovative gaming strategies and strong market position, particularly with its successful game releases [17] - Zhongji Xuchuang is positioned to benefit from increasing overseas demand for optical modules, with a strong production capacity [17] - Haiguang Information is expected to see growth in its DCU chip business due to domestic project implementations [24] - China Merchants Bank is highlighted for its prudent management and strong asset quality, with expectations for recovery in performance as economic conditions improve [24] - Alibaba's cloud business is projected to grow significantly, driven by AI demand and a strong competitive position in the market [24] - Zijin Mining is anticipated to benefit from favorable commodity price trends, particularly in gold and copper [24] - Xingye Silver Tin is positioned as a leading silver producer with significant growth potential [20] - XGIMI Technology is expected to see revenue growth driven by market recovery and product innovation [20] Earnings Forecasts - Companies such as Luxshare Precision, Shengyi Technology, Century Huatong, Zhongji Xuchuang, Haiguang Information, Alibaba, Zijin Mining, Xingye Silver Tin, and XGIMI Technology are projected to achieve over 30% stable growth in earnings this year [5] Financial Metrics - Luxshare Precision is projected to have an EPS of 1.85 in 2024, with a net profit growth rate of 22.03% [6] - Shengyi Technology's EPS is expected to rise from 0.72 in 2024 to 2.03 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 49.37% in 2024 [7] - Century Huatong's EPS is forecasted to increase from 0.16 in 2024 to 1.11 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 131.51% in 2024 [7] - Zhongji Xuchuang is expected to see significant growth in EPS from 4.61 in 2024 to 17.24 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 137.93% in 2024 [7] - Haiguang Information's EPS is projected to grow from 0.83 in 2024 to 2.01 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 52.87% in 2024 [7] - Alibaba's EPS is expected to rise from 3.91 in 2024 to 5.82 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 9.93% in 2024 [7] - Zijin Mining's EPS is forecasted to increase from 1.21 in 2024 to 2.24 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 51.76% in 2024 [7] - Xingye Silver Tin's EPS is projected to grow from 0.86 in 2024 to 1.39 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of 57.82% in 2024 [7] - XGIMI Technology's EPS is expected to rise from 1.72 in 2024 to 5.20 in 2026, with a net profit growth rate of -0.3% in 2024 [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the PCB industry [2]. Core Insights - The industry is entering a new AI-driven cycle, fundamentally changing demand structures. The construction of AI server clusters is leading to simultaneous upgrades in PCB demand and pricing. The expected market for wired communication PCBs will reach 206.9 billion RMB by 2027, with a CAGR of 20% over the next two years [4]. - High-end PCBs are expected to remain in tight supply until 2027, with major global manufacturers expanding production aggressively. The combined output of 13 leading PCB manufacturers is projected to reach 186 billion RMB by 2027, with a CAGR of 54% from 2025 to 2027 [4]. - The trend towards high-end PCB manufacturing is accelerating due to technological iterations and material upgrades. The industry is expected to see a three-pronged evolution in materials, processes, and architectures driven by AI [4]. - The demand surge and profit improvement in upstream materials present opportunities for domestic substitution. The price of copper-clad laminates has risen significantly, and domestic manufacturers are making notable progress in high-end materials [4]. - The PCB industry is experiencing a long-term trend of simultaneous growth in volume, price, and structure, driven by AI. The report recommends focusing on leading companies with high-end manufacturing capabilities and overseas delivery layouts [4]. Summary by Sections AI-Driven Growth - The AI cycle is expected to drive significant growth in PCB demand, particularly in AI servers, high-speed switches, and optical modules. The total market for wired communication PCBs is projected to reach 1,433 billion RMB by 2025 and 1,815 billion RMB by 2026 [19]. Production Capacity Expansion - Major PCB manufacturers are announcing aggressive expansion plans, with significant investments in new production facilities in Southeast Asia and domestic high-end capacity [15]. Technological Advancements - The report highlights the rapid adoption of mSAP technology in AI servers and switches, which is essential for meeting the demands of high-density signal transmission [4][21]. Market Dynamics - The report notes that the global PCB market is expected to face a supply-demand gap of nearly 20 billion RMB by 2026, although this gap is anticipated to narrow by 2027 [19]. Key Players - The report identifies leading companies such as Huada Technology, Jingwang Electronics, and Shenghong Technology as key players to watch in the PCB industry due to their high-end manufacturing capabilities and strategic expansion plans [4].

Core Insights - The electronic sector has seen a significant inflow of over 10.7 billion in capital, driven by a new consumption promotion plan issued by six government departments [1][4] - The electronic ETF (515260) experienced a peak increase of 3.53% in early trading, ultimately closing with a slight gain of 0.16%, marking a three-day consecutive rise [1][4] Sector Performance - Leading companies in the consumer electronics segment, such as Anker Innovations, surged over 4%, while semiconductor leaders like Wentai Technology and Zhaoyi Innovation also saw gains exceeding 2% [3][4] - Notable stocks included Cambrian, which rose by 5%, and Industrial Fulian, which peaked at over 7% during trading [3][4] Policy Impact - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and other departments released a plan to enhance the adaptability of consumer goods supply and demand, encouraging the development of smart appliances and AI products [4][5] - This policy is expected to benefit the consumer electronics sector significantly [4] Industry Outlook - Global tech giant Google has garnered attention due to technological breakthroughs and performance growth, with its supply chain accounting for 21.91% of the electronic ETF's index as of the end of October [5] - The electronic industry is currently in an innovation phase, with expectations for rapid growth driven by breakthroughs in terminal innovation and performance release [5] Investment Tools - The electronic ETF (515260) and its linked funds are designed to passively track the electronic 50 index, focusing on sectors like semiconductors and consumer electronics [5]

Core Viewpoint - The computing hardware stocks have shown significant strength in early trading on November 27, with several companies reaching new highs in their stock prices [1]. Group 1: Stock Performance - Saiwei Electronics has surged over 10%, continuing to set historical highs [1]. - Cambridge Technology, Changguang Huaxin, Industrial Fulian, New Yisheng, and Shengyi Technology have all increased by over 5% [1].

Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the recent performance of Shengyi Technology, which saw a 5.1% increase in stock price, reaching 58.16 yuan per share, with a trading volume of 1.681 billion yuan and a market capitalization of 141.278 billion yuan [1] - Shengyi Technology, established on June 27, 1985, and listed on October 28, 1998, is located in Dongguan, Guangdong Province. The company specializes in the design, production, and sales of copper-clad laminates, bonding sheets, printed circuit boards, ceramic electronic components, LCD products, electronic-grade glass cloth, epoxy resin, copper foil, flexible electronic materials, display materials, packaging materials, and insulation materials [1] - The main revenue composition of Shengyi Technology includes copper-clad laminates and bonding sheets at 65.96%, printed circuit boards at 28.63%, comprehensive utilization of waste resources at 3.37%, and other sources at 2.04% [1] Group 2 - From the perspective of fund holdings, data shows that Changcheng Fund has one fund heavily invested in Shengyi Technology. The Changcheng Hengkang Steady Pension One-Year Mixed Fund (FOF) A (007705) held 4,600 shares in the third quarter, accounting for 0.22% of the fund's net value, ranking as the tenth largest holding [2] - The Changcheng Hengkang Steady Pension One-Year Mixed Fund (FOF) A (007705) was established on June 3, 2020, with a current scale of 106 million yuan. Year-to-date returns are 6.09%, ranking 734 out of 1,036 in its category; the one-year return is 6.41%, ranking 723 out of 1,016; and since inception, the return is 8.2% [2]

Core Viewpoint - The overall market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic, with no significant negative trends observed in the fundamental performance of key sectors, particularly in technology and growth stocks [1] Group 1: Market Performance - As of November 26, 2025, the Shanghai 180 Index rose by 0.30%, with notable increases in stocks such as Haiguang Information (3.95%) and Zhongke Shuguang (3.53%) [1] - The Shanghai 180 ETF Index Fund also saw a slight increase of 0.17%, marking its third consecutive rise [1] Group 2: Sector Analysis - The technology growth sector, including communications and semiconductors, continues to show strong performance, suggesting that recent market adjustments may be positioning for future gains [1] - Despite a slowdown in policy support compared to the first half of the year, the overall market remains in a loose monetary environment, which is expected to support recovery in the technology sector [1] Group 3: Investment Strategy - A "barbell strategy" is recommended for investment, suggesting to maintain positions in growth sectors like communications, semiconductors, and innovative pharmaceuticals while being cautious with short-term operations [1] - Defensive investments in dividend-paying sectors are advised to mitigate risks during market fluctuations [1] Group 4: Index Composition - The Shanghai 180 Index comprises 180 large-cap stocks selected for their market capitalization and liquidity, reflecting the overall performance of core listed companies in the Shanghai securities market [2] - As of October 31, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the index account for 26.29% of the total index, with notable companies including Kweichow Moutai and China Ping An [2]

Core Viewpoint - The report from Zhuhai International Research indicates that Shengyi Technology (600183) is experiencing a strong growth momentum driven by the AI cycle, leading to an upgraded target price of 90 RMB, representing a potential upside of 62.63% from the current price [1] Financial Summary - For the first three quarters of 2025, Shengyi Technology reported a main revenue of 20.614 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 39.8% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 2.443 billion RMB, up 78.04% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 2.379 billion RMB, reflecting an increase of 81.25% [1] - In Q3 2025 alone, the company achieved a main revenue of 7.934 billion RMB, a 55.1% year-on-year increase, and a net profit of 1.017 billion RMB, which is a 131.18% increase year-on-year [1] - The company's debt ratio stands at 45.39%, with investment income of 54.34 million RMB and financial expenses of 66.03 million RMB, while the gross profit margin is 26.74% [1] Analyst Ratings - Over the past 90 days, 11 institutions have rated the stock, with 10 giving a "buy" rating and 1 an "accumulate" rating [1] - The average target price from institutions in the last 90 days is 88.4 RMB [1] Financing and Margin Trading - In the last three months, there has been a net inflow of 192 million RMB in financing, indicating an increase in financing balance; meanwhile, there was a net outflow of 2.7362 million RMB in margin trading, leading to a decrease in margin balance [1]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese equity market is expected to perform well due to multiple supporting factors, with a tactical overweight view on A/H shares maintained by Guotai Junan Securities [1] Group 1: Market Performance - On November 25, 2025, the three major A-share indices opened higher, with the CSI A500 index rising by 1.10% [1] - Key stocks such as Huadian Co., Ltd. and Shenzhen South Circuit rose significantly, with Huadian hitting the daily limit and others like Shenghong Technology and Fuhua also seeing substantial gains [1] Group 2: Investment Outlook - Guotai Junan Securities highlights that the recent volatility and panic selling have released micro trading risks, creating a favorable environment for the market to establish new expectations as the 14th Five-Year Plan begins [1] - The firm believes that the regulatory authorities are determined to stabilize the capital market, and factors that previously caused valuation discounts have dissipated, indicating a potential upward trend in valuations [1] Group 3: Index Composition - As of October 31, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the CSI A500 index include major companies like CATL, Kweichow Moutai, and China Ping An, accounting for a total of 19.36% of the index [1] Group 4: Investment Products - Investors without stock accounts can access the A500 ETF through the A500 ETF Jiashi linked fund, allowing for a one-click investment in the top 500 A-share companies [2]

Core Insights - Shengyi Technology's stock increased by 5.22% to 55.42 CNY per share, with a trading volume of 4.92 billion CNY and a market capitalization of 134.62 billion CNY [1] Company Overview - Shengyi Technology, established on June 27, 1985, and listed on October 28, 1998, is located in Dongguan, Guangdong Province. The company specializes in the design, production, and sales of copper-clad laminates, bonding sheets, printed circuit boards, ceramic electronic components, LCD products, electronic-grade glass cloth, epoxy resin, copper foil, flexible electronic materials, display materials, packaging materials, and insulation materials. It also engages in non-quota license management and the acquisition and export of non-specialized goods [1] - The main revenue composition includes: copper-clad laminates and bonding sheets (65.96%), printed circuit boards (28.63%), comprehensive utilization of waste resources (3.37%), and other (2.04%) [1] Fund Holdings - According to data, one fund under Galaxy Fund holds a significant position in Shengyi Technology. The Galaxy Technology Growth Mixed Fund A (022704) held 20,100 shares in the third quarter, accounting for 4.93% of the fund's net value, ranking as the seventh largest holding. The estimated floating profit for today is approximately 55,300 CNY [2] - The Galaxy Technology Growth Mixed Fund A (022704) was established on December 27, 2024, with a latest scale of 15.92 million CNY. Year-to-date returns stand at 46.62%, ranking 670 out of 8,136 in its category, with a cumulative return since inception of 46.61% [2] Fund Manager Information - The fund manager of Galaxy Technology Growth Mixed Fund A (022704) is Gao Peng, who has been in the position for 4 years and 192 days. The total asset size of the fund is 508 million CNY, with the best fund return during his tenure being 45.35% and the worst being -20.16% [3]