Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The conference call discusses the **domestic computing power industry chain**, particularly focusing on the **switching industry** and its performance in the context of recent market trends and regulatory changes [1][5]. Core Insights and Arguments - **Strong Demand in North America**: There is robust demand for computing power infrastructure in North America, as evidenced by the performance of companies like Nvidia, Stargate Construction, and CO CO Wave, which supports ongoing capital expenditures [1][2]. - **Rising Token Consumption**: Google’s rapid increase in TOKEN consumption indicates a growing demand for vertical industry applications and inference needs, which is expected to sustain capital expenditures [4][14]. - **Impact of H20 Ban**: The H20 ban has accelerated training demand within the domestic data center industry, with companies like Century Internet raising their annual performance guidance, and significant improvements in revenue and profit forecasts from optical module companies [1][5]. - **Profitability Improvement**: In Q2, domestic computing power profitability improved significantly, with Ruijie Network's quarterly profit growth ranging from 93% to 160%, and StarNet Ruijie's growth between 21% and 74% [1][5]. Key Industry Trends - **White Box Switches**: The rise of data center white box switches is meeting the customization needs of internet companies, with Ruijie and Unisoc leading the domestic market, while traditional brands like Cisco are losing their competitive edge [1][7]. - **High Sales and R&D Expenses**: Ruijie Network's sales expense ratio is 15.5% and R&D expense ratio is 16%, attributed to the need for channel establishment and high customization in their switching business [3][9][10]. - **Market Challenges**: The domestic computing power market faces challenges due to the H20 ban leading to reduced capital expenditures, with major companies like Alibaba and Tencent reporting lower capital spending [12]. Future Outlook - **Positive Market Trends**: The domestic computing power market is expected to improve, with indicators such as the rapid increase in Google TOKEN consumption and optimistic performance guidance from Oracle, Broadcom, and Marvell [14]. - **Performance Predictions**: Ruijie Network is projected to generate approximately 11.6 billion RMB in revenue in 2024, with a significant portion of profits expected from its data center switching business [9][15]. - **Investment Recommendations**: There is a suggestion to focus on investing in early performers in the domestic computing power sector, such as StarNet Ruijie and Ruijie Network, due to their favorable valuation compared to peers [15].

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Recommended" rating for the telecommunications industry, considering the sustained high prosperity of the sector driven by AI, 5.5G, and satellite communications [2][5]. Core Insights - The overall market performance for the week (July 7-13, 2025) saw the Shanghai Composite Index rise by 1.09%, the Shenzhen Component Index by 1.78%, and the ChiNext Index by 2.36%. The telecommunications sector, represented by the Shenwan Communications Index, increased by 2.13% during the same period [2][11]. - Within the telecommunications sector, the highest increase was seen in the communication network equipment and devices, which rose by 4.16%, while the communication application value-added services had the lowest increase at 0.16% [2][14]. - Notable individual stock performances included Hengbao Co., which surged by 21.13%, followed by Changxin Bochuang at 19.84% and Shijia Photon at 14.85% [2][16]. Summary by Sections Market Overview - The telecommunications sector is experiencing a high level of prosperity, with significant contributions from advancements in AI and 5.5G technologies, as well as satellite communications [2][3]. - The report highlights a strong performance in the telecommunications sector, with a notable increase in stock prices across various sub-sectors [2][11]. Sub-sector Performance - The communication network equipment and devices sub-sector led the gains with a 4.16% increase, while other sub-sectors also showed positive trends [2][14]. - The report indicates a general upward trend across the telecommunications sub-sectors during the week [2][15]. Individual Stock Highlights - Hengbao Co. led the stock performance with a 21.13% increase, indicating strong market interest and potential investment opportunities [2][16]. - Other notable performers included Changxin Bochuang and Shijia Photon, reflecting a robust market environment for telecommunications stocks [2][16]. Future Focus Areas - The report suggests focusing on the computing power industry chain, particularly the upstream optical chip segment and the module segment, which are expected to benefit from the ongoing demand for AI and computing power [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside of over 15% relative to the benchmark index [6]. Core Views - The company is expected to achieve a net profit attributable to shareholders of between 180 million to 240 million yuan for H1 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 43.8% to 91.8% [1]. - The strong growth in net profit is primarily driven by the accelerated construction of data centers in the internet sector and improved operational efficiency [2]. - The company continues to explore applications for digital currency in cross-border payments, positioning itself as a key player in the digital finance landscape [3]. - The strategic transformation towards "ICT and AI application solutions" is ongoing, with multiple AI application scenarios being explored [4]. - The projected net profits for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are estimated at 550 million, 720 million, and 880 million yuan respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 26, 20, and 16 [4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For H1 2025, the company anticipates a net profit of 180 million to 240 million yuan, with a growth rate of 43.8% to 91.8% year-on-year [1]. - The second quarter is expected to show a net profit of 140 million to 200 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 41.4% to 91.8% and a quarter-on-quarter growth of 227.3% to 369.8% [1][2]. Market Position - The company has maintained its leading position in the 200G/400G data center switch market in China for 13 consecutive quarters, indicating strong market dominance [2]. - The company secured a 21% share in a recent procurement by China Mobile for data center switches, amounting to 350 million yuan [2]. Strategic Initiatives - The subsidiary, Ascend Information, is actively involved in the digital currency sector and is exploring cross-border payment applications [3]. - The company is focusing on AI applications and has launched various innovative solutions in the metaverse and smart retail sectors [4]. Financial Projections - The company forecasts revenues of 16.758 billion yuan for 2024, with a growth rate of 5.3%, and expects revenues to reach 30.12 billion yuan by 2027, with a growth rate of 20.9% [5][10]. - The projected net profit for 2024 is 405 million yuan, with a decline of 4.8%, followed by significant growth in subsequent years [5][10].

Group 1 - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders of 180 million to 240 million yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 43.81% to 91.75% [2] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be 160 million to 210 million yuan, indicating a year-on-year increase of 51.07% to 98.28% [2] - The basic earnings per share are estimated to be between 0.3101 yuan and 0.4135 yuan [2] Group 2 - The increase in performance is attributed to the ongoing AI wave driving the upgrade of computing infrastructure, with accelerated orders for data center switch products from internet clients [3] - The company is committed to enhancing management and efficiency, resulting in effective cost control and revenue growth compared to the previous year [3] - In 2025, the company plans to focus on ICT infrastructure represented by data center networks and optical communications, as well as AI application solutions across various scenarios [3] Group 3 - The company will continue to advance its overseas strategy in both capability building and market expansion [4] - It aims to improve its compliance system to mitigate international market operational risks and support overseas market expansion [4] - The company is exploring business models related to brain-computer interfaces and will develop corresponding strategies based on its growth needs [4]

Performance Forecast - The company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders of 180 million to 240 million yuan for the period from January 1, 2025, to June 30, 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 43.81% to 91.75% compared to 125.16 million yuan in the same period last year [1] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses is projected to be between 160 million and 210 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 51.07% to 98.28% from 105.91 million yuan in the previous year [1] - Basic earnings per share are expected to be between 0.3101 yuan and 0.4135 yuan, compared to 0.2134 yuan per share in the same period last year [1] Reasons for Performance Change - The surge in AI-driven infrastructure upgrades has accelerated the construction of data centers in the internet industry, leading to an increase in orders for data center switch products from the company's main subsidiaries [1] - The company has also made progress in management improvement and efficiency enhancement, resulting in effective cost control and overall growth in operating performance compared to the previous year [1]

[Performance Forecast Overview](index=1&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E3%80%81%E6%9C%AC%E6%9C%9F%E4%B8%9A%E7%BB%A9%E9%A2%84%E8%AE%A1%E6%83%85%E5%86%B5) The company projects substantial H1 2025 net profit growth, with attributable and non-recurring net profits significantly increasing Key Performance Indicators for H1 2025 Performance Forecast | Item | Current Period (H1 2025) | Prior Period (H1 2024) | Year-on-Year Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Profit Attributable to Shareholders** | Profit: 180 - 240 million yuan | Profit: 125.163 million yuan | Growth: 43.81% - 91.75% | | **Net Profit Excluding Non-Recurring Items** | Profit: 160 - 210 million yuan | Profit: 105.9109 million yuan | Growth: 51.07% - 98.28% | | **Basic Earnings Per Share** | Profit: 0.3101 - 0.4135 yuan/share | Profit: 0.2134 yuan/share | - | [Analysis of Performance Changes](index=1&type=section&id=%E4%B8%89%E3%80%81%E4%B8%9A%E7%BB%A9%E5%8F%98%E5%8A%A8%E5%8E%9F%E5%9B%A0%E8%AF%B4%E6%98%8E) Performance growth is driven by robust external demand for AI-driven data center infrastructure and internal management improvements and cost control - **Robust external market demand**: The AI wave drives continuous upgrades in computing infrastructure, accelerating data center construction in the internet industry, creating growth opportunities for the company's products[5](index=5&type=chunk) - **Accelerated core product delivery**: The company's main subsidiaries are accelerating delivery of data center switch product orders for internet clients, directly boosting year-on-year operating revenue growth[5](index=5&type=chunk) - **Internal management efficiency gains**: The company has further enhanced operational performance through continuous management improvements, efficiency enhancements, and effective cost control[5](index=5&type=chunk) [Other Important Information](index=1&type=section&id=%E4%BA%8C%E3%80%81%E4%B8%8E%E4%BC%9A%E8%AE%A1%E5%B8%88%E4%BA%8B%E5%8A%A1%E6%89%80%E6%B2%9F%E9%80%9A%E6%83%85%E5%86%B5) This performance forecast is preliminary and unaudited; final data will be in the 2025 semi-annual report, urging investor caution - This performance forecast has **not been audited** by an accounting firm[4](index=4&type=chunk) - The company advises that this forecast is a **preliminary calculation**, with **final data** subject to the official semi-annual report, urging investors to be aware of **investment risks**[6](index=6&type=chunk)

Core Viewpoint - The company, Xingwang Ruijie, anticipates a significant increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, projecting a growth of 43.81% to 91.75% compared to the same period last year [1] Financial Performance - The expected net profit attributable to shareholders is estimated to be between 180 million to 240 million yuan [1] - The revenue growth is attributed to the accelerated delivery of data center switch products to internet clients, driven by the ongoing AI wave and the upgrade of computing infrastructure [1] Operational Efficiency - The company has made continuous improvements in management and efficiency, achieving effective cost control which has contributed to the growth in operating performance [1]

Group 1 - The A-share digital currency concept stocks experienced a short-term surge, with Guoao Technology hitting the daily limit up of 20% [1] - Greenland Holdings also reached the daily limit up, while Jida Zhengyuan increased by over 9% [1] - Other stocks such as Huafeng Superfiber, Hengbao Co., and StarNet Ruijie also saw gains [1] Group 2 - Bitcoin rose by 4.3% within the day, currently priced at $115,984 per coin [1]

Group 1 - Digital currency concept stocks experienced a partial rally, with Zhengyuan Wisdom (300645) rising over 10% [1] - Beijing North (002987) saw an increase of over 7% [1] - Other companies such as Hengbao Co., Ltd. (002104), Dongxin Peace (002017), and StarNet Ruijie (002396) also followed with gains [1]

Summary of Conference Call for StarNet Ruijie Company and Industry Overview - The conference call pertains to StarNet Ruijie, a company operating in the network communication and data center sectors, with a focus on AI infrastructure and solutions [2][3][15]. Key Points and Arguments Business Performance - In Q1 2025, domestic business remained stable while export business grew over 50%, particularly in network switch sales [2][5]. - The overall gross margin for Ruijie Network is approximately 35%, showing a slight decline due to structural factors [2][6]. - The company is focusing on data centers and SMBs (Small and Medium-sized Businesses) for revenue growth, with direct sales expected to increase to 57% in 2024 [2][8]. Market Dynamics - Demand for internet intelligent computing center switches is driven by capital expenditures from major internet companies like Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance [2][5]. - Ruijie Network holds a leading market share in the domestic data center white-box switch market, with competition involving chip providers, demand-side internet companies, and equipment manufacturers [6][10]. Product and Production Insights - Data center products are produced in an automated factory in Fuzhou, with plans for capacity expansion in Q2 2025 [2][7]. - The company emphasizes inventory management to ensure timely delivery and revenue recognition, with inventory increasing to meet production needs [4][9]. Strategic Focus and Adjustments - The company has undergone personnel reductions and strategic refocusing towards more certain revenue-generating areas due to anticipated economic changes post-pandemic [7][13]. - The adjustment in focus has led to a shift in revenue structure, with data center and SMB businesses expected to drive future growth [7][14]. International Expansion and Future Plans - Ruijie Network has established a global presence since 2018, focusing on SMB products for international markets, with export growth rates exceeding 50% [10][11]. - Future international expansion plans include entering Southeast Asian markets for various product lines, including optical communication and financial technology [11][12]. AI Integration and Future Directions - The company recognizes AI's significant impact on future business, planning to develop infrastructure and applications in sectors like education, healthcare, and government [16][17]. - Specific initiatives include integrated machines for financial technology and partnerships with telecom operators to enhance computing efficiency [18][19]. Additional Important Insights - The company is exploring advanced technologies such as brain-computer interfaces and aims to create subscription-based services from AI-generated content in the metaverse [19][20]. - StarNet Ruijie's overall strategy focuses on providing high-quality solutions around AI applications across various industries, which is expected to enhance profitability and operational efficiency [20].