Core Insights - The company conducted a specific institutional research meeting with 40 institutions, discussing various business developments and financial performance for the first half of 2025 [1] Group 1: PCB Business Performance - The PCB business saw revenue growth driven by demand for AI accelerator cards and increased market share in data centers, with significant contributions from 400G and above high-speed switches and optical modules [1][2] - The gross margin for the PCB segment improved due to increased revenue scale, high capacity utilization, and optimized product structure [1][2] Group 2: Packaging Substrate Business - The packaging substrate business generated a main revenue of 1.74 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.03%, but the gross margin decreased by 10.31 percentage points to 15.15% due to rising costs from raw materials and capacity ramp-up challenges [1] - The revenue growth in this segment was attributed to capturing opportunities in the domestic storage market [1] Group 3: Capacity Utilization and Expansion Plans - The overall capacity utilization for the PCB business is at a relatively high level due to increased demand in computing and automotive electronics [3] - New capacity is being added through technological upgrades at existing factories and the construction of new facilities in Nantong and Thailand, with the Nantong Phase IV project expected to be operational in Q4 2023 [3] Group 4: Guangzhou Packaging Substrate Project - The Guangzhou packaging substrate project is progressing with its first phase expected to be operational in Q4 2023, currently in the ramp-up stage with some bulk orders being fulfilled [4] Group 5: HDI Technology Application - The company possesses HDI technology capabilities, which enable high-density wiring for PCB products, particularly in mid-to-high-end applications within the communication sector [5] Group 6: Electronic Assembly Business Strategy - The electronic assembly business is positioned as a downstream segment of PCB manufacturing, focusing on communication and leveraging a one-stop platform to enhance customer value and loyalty [6]

Group 1: PCB Business Performance - In the first half of 2025, PCB business achieved a revenue of 6.274 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 29.21% [2] - The gross profit margin for PCB business was 34.42%, an increase of 3.05 percentage points year-on-year [2] - Key growth drivers included demand for AI accelerator cards, increased demand for 400G and above high-speed switches, and growth in automotive electronics [2][4] Group 2: Packaging Substrate Business Performance - In the first half of 2025, the packaging substrate business generated a revenue of 1.740 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 9.03% [3] - The gross profit margin for this segment was 15.15%, a decrease of 10.31 percentage points year-on-year [3] - The decline in gross profit margin was attributed to the ramp-up phase of the Guangzhou packaging substrate project and rising costs of raw materials [3] Group 3: Market Applications and Demand - The PCB business focuses on communication devices, data centers, and automotive electronics, with significant contributions to revenue growth from these sectors [4] - The demand for AI-related products and high-density interconnect (HDI) technology is driving the need for advanced PCB products [5][10] - The company is actively expanding its market presence in the domestic storage market through its packaging substrate business [3] Group 4: Production Capacity and Expansion Plans - The overall capacity utilization rate for PCB business is at a relatively high level due to sustained demand in computing and automotive electronics [7] - The company is expanding its PCB production capacity through technological upgrades and new projects in Nantong and Thailand, with the Nantong Phase IV project expected to be operational in Q4 2025 [8] - The Guangzhou packaging substrate project is in the ramp-up phase, with ongoing improvements in production capacity [9] Group 5: Electronic Assembly Business - The electronic assembly business generated revenues of 2.823 billion CNY in 2024 and 1.478 billion CNY in the first half of 2025, accounting for 15.76% and 14.14% of total company revenue, respectively [12] - This segment aims to leverage synergies with the PCB business to enhance customer value through integrated solutions [11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the communication industry [5]. Core Insights - The communication industry experienced steady revenue growth and accelerated profitability in H1 2025, with total revenue reaching 1,785 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.07%, and net profit attributable to shareholders at 160.43 billion yuan, up 11.26% year-on-year [2][8]. - In Q2 2025, the industry continued to show robust growth, with revenue of 942.48 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 10.91%, and net profit attributable to shareholders of 98.68 billion yuan, up 12.33% year-on-year [11]. - Key sectors such as optical modules, communication PCBs, network equipment manufacturers, and IoT modules demonstrated strong performance, ranking among the top five in revenue and net profit growth rates [14][16]. Summary by Sections 1. H1 2025 Performance Overview - The communication industry achieved total revenue of 1,785 billion yuan in H1 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 10.07%, and net profit attributable to shareholders of 160.43 billion yuan, up 11.26% year-on-year [2][8]. 2. AI Industry Chain Investment - Overseas cloud vendors are expected to maintain optimistic growth in capital expenditures, with a total of 95 billion USD in Q2 2025, marking an increase of 82.96% year-on-year [22]. - Major companies like Apple and Meta are significantly increasing their investments in AI infrastructure, indicating a robust outlook for the AI industry chain [22][24]. 3. Sector Performance Changes - The optical module and device sector reported revenue of 479.88 billion yuan in H1 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 64.88%, and net profit of 108.76 billion yuan, up 111.99% year-on-year [31]. - The communication PCB sector achieved revenue of 572.49 billion yuan in H1 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 37.66%, and net profit of 80.58 billion yuan, up 80.79% year-on-year [36]. - The network equipment sector generated revenue of 5,071.11 billion yuan in H1 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 28.86%, and net profit of 191.84 billion yuan, up 19.57% year-on-year [40]. 4. Telecom Operators' Performance - The basic telecom operators' sector reported revenue of 10,133.93 billion yuan in H1 2025, a slight increase of 0.33% year-on-year, with net profit of 1,136.01 billion yuan, up 5.14% year-on-year [54]. - China Mobile's total connections reached 3.815 billion, with a net increase of 145 million, and its digital transformation revenue grew by 6.6% year-on-year [55].

Group 1 - The TMT, healthcare, manufacturing, and cyclical sectors have seen increased institutional attention this year, while the consumer sector has recently gained interest and the financial and real estate sectors have seen a decline in attention [2][4] - The industries with high institutional focus include electronics, textiles, healthcare, non-ferrous metals, military, automotive, machinery, and computers, with notable recent increases in attention for light industry, electronics, food and beverage, power equipment, home appliances, healthcare, textiles, and agriculture [4][6] - Since September, the leading industries in terms of institutional research participation include electronics, machinery, power equipment, healthcare, chemicals, computers, and automotive, with specific sub-industries such as semiconductors, consumer electronics, automation equipment, photovoltaic equipment, and medical devices being highlighted [6][8] Group 2 - The top companies in terms of institutional research participation since September include: for electronics - Lanke Technology, Shenzhen South Circuit, Juguang Technology, and Lingyi Manufacturing; for power equipment - Jing Sheng Machinery, High Measurement Shares, and Longi Green Energy; for machinery - Aisidun, Zoomlion, and Bozhong Precision; for computers - Shiji Information and Boshi Software; for gaming - Kaiying Network; for chemicals - Duofluor and for pharmaceuticals - Xingqi Eye Medicine [8][9] - Specific data on companies shows that Jing Sheng Machinery has a market cap of 45.95 billion with 143 research institutions participating and a price change of 16.31%, while Lanke Technology has a market cap of 135.36 billion with 125 institutions and a price change of -3.82% [9]

Core Viewpoint - Deep South Circuit achieved a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.36 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 37.75% [1] - The company has established itself as a leading player in the PCB industry in China and a pioneer in the packaging substrate sector [1] Financial Performance - In Q2, the net profit attributable to shareholders reached 869 million yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 42.92% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 76.74% [1] Industry Outlook - The company benefits from increased demand in the communication sector due to the growth of high-speed switches and optical module products, with a rising proportion of wired communication products [1] - There is a significant year-on-year increase in orders in the data center sector, driven by the demand for AI accelerator cards and the Eagle Stream platform products [1] Product Development - In the packaging substrate sector, the company is steadily advancing the development of storage-related products, with ongoing projects for FC-BGA substrate capacity building, FC-CSP fine line substrates, and RF radio frequency substrate technology improvements [1]

Summary of the Conference Call for ShenNan Circuit Company Overview - ShenNan Circuit is a leading domestic PCB supplier, particularly in the AI PCB sector, with significant experience in the power supply segment of AI servers and has achieved substantial shipments to overseas core ASIC customers [2][3] Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, the company reported a profit of 890 million RMB, exceeding expectations of 800 million RMB, driven by AI-related demand in the PCB business and a high demand for packaging substrates [2][5] - The company anticipates a profit exceeding 4 billion RMB by 2026, with a valuation higher than peers due to its strong performance in the packaging substrate business [4][15] Business Segments - The main business segments include: - PCB: 60% of revenue, serving data centers, communications, automotive electronics, industrial control, and military sectors [10] - Packaging Substrates: 20% of revenue, primarily BT substrates, with ABF substrates also showing growth [10][12] - Electronic Assembly: 15-20% of revenue, related to SMT services [10] AI PCB Business Impact - The AI PCB business is expected to significantly contribute to the company's performance starting in 2024, focusing on wired communication devices such as optical modules, switches, and routers [9][2] - The company has established a strong position in the AI power supply segment, particularly in the three-stage power supply architecture for servers, which has high gross margins [14] Expansion Plans - ShenNan Circuit is actively pursuing expansion plans in: 1. Thailand: New products expected to launch in the second half of the year [7] 2. Nantong: Four-phase expansion focusing on high-end HDI and multilayer products [7] 3. Shenzhen: Upgrading equipment and capacity for high-end HDI and multilayer products [7][6] Market Position and Client Base - The company has a strong presence in both domestic and international markets, serving major clients in the optical module sector and achieving significant shipments to overseas ASIC customers [3][11] - Key clients include major tech companies like Google and Amazon, with expectations of onboarding Meta as a significant customer by 2026 [11] Industry Trends and Competitive Advantages - The PCB industry is experiencing a supply-demand imbalance, particularly for high-layer and HDI PCBs related to AI [16] - ShenNan Circuit's advantages include a broad product range, extensive experience in high-end technology, and strong relationships with leading North American clients [16][17] Conclusion - ShenNan Circuit is positioned for growth with its strategic focus on AI PCB, robust financial performance, and ongoing expansion efforts, making it a noteworthy investment opportunity in the PCB sector [17]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [8]. Core Insights - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 10.453 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 25.63%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.36 billion yuan, up 37.75% year-on-year. The gross margin and net margin were 26.28% and 13.02%, respectively, with increases of 0.08 percentage points and 1.16 percentage points year-on-year [2][5]. - For Q2 2025, the company reported revenue of 5.671 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 30.06% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 18.56%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 869 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 42.92% and a quarter-on-quarter growth of 76.74% [2][5]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company’s PCB business generated 6.274 billion yuan in revenue in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 29.21%, accounting for 60.02% of total revenue. The gross margin for this segment was 34.42%, an increase of 3.05 percentage points year-on-year [11]. - The packaging substrate business achieved revenue of 1.740 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 9.03%, representing 16.64% of total revenue. The gross margin decreased to 15.15%, down 10.31 percentage points year-on-year due to rising costs and production ramp-up challenges [11]. Market Trends and Drivers - The demand for AI-related products has significantly increased, driven by the capital expenditure growth of major cloud service providers, particularly in AI computing infrastructure. This has positively impacted the company's order growth in the PCB business [11]. - The company is actively advancing its projects in Thailand and Nantong, which are expected to support future business expansion [11]. Future Outlook - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 2.987 billion yuan, 3.647 billion yuan, and 4.466 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively. The corresponding price-to-earnings ratios are projected to be 40.91, 33.52, and 27.37 [11].

Core Insights - The Apple 2025 Fall New Product Launch has generated significant interest among consumers and institutions, with over 200 institutions visiting several Apple-related stocks [1][3] - Institutions are optimistic about the consumer electronics sector, anticipating that new Apple products will drive sales improvements and innovations in AI and wearable devices [1][6] Group 1: Institutional Interest - Multiple Apple-related stocks, including Crystal Optoelectronics, Shenzhen South Circuit, Lens Technology, and Luxshare Precision, have received intensive attention from institutions, with Crystal Optoelectronics hosting 330 institutional visits in the past month [3][4] - The focus on these companies is attributed to their roles in supplying components for Apple's new products, with Crystal Optoelectronics providing optical components and Lens Technology being a core supplier for AI glasses [3][4] Group 2: Market Outlook - The consumer electronics market is expected to see stable growth in the second half of the year, with companies like Luxshare Precision expressing confidence in their ability to adapt to market challenges and support potential AI brands [5][6] - Analysts from China Galaxy Securities and招商证券 are optimistic about the upcoming innovation cycle in the consumer electronics sector, driven by new Apple products and advancements in AI and foldable technology [6][7]

Core Insights - The Apple Fall Product Launch in 2025 is one of the most anticipated electronic product launches among consumers in early September this year [1] - Recent institutional research indicates that several Apple-related stocks, including Crystal Optoelectronics, Shenzhen South Circuit, Lens Technology, and Luxshare Precision, have received significant attention, with over 200 institutions visiting these companies for research [1] - Institutions are optimistic about the consumer electronics sector entering a period of intensive new product launches, expecting that new Apple products will drive sales improvement and advancements in AI and foldable screens, as well as innovation in wearable devices benefiting related supply chain companies [1]

Core Viewpoint - The upcoming Apple 2025 Fall New Product Launch is a major focus for consumers and institutions, with significant interest in related supply chain companies benefiting from new product releases and advancements in AI and foldable screens [1][5]. Group 1: Institutional Attention - Multiple Apple-related stocks, including Crystal Optoelectronics, Shenzhen South Circuit, Lens Technology, and Luxshare Precision, have received extensive institutional visits, with over 200 institutions visiting each [1][2]. - Crystal Optoelectronics has hosted 330 institutional visits in the past month, ranking third among companies in terms of institutional attention, and is developing optical upgrades for future customer models [2][3]. Group 2: Company Insights - Shenzhen South Circuit highlighted its diverse range of packaging substrate products, which are increasingly in demand due to the acceleration of AI technology and the need for high computing power in various applications [3]. - Lens Technology, a key supplier for North American clients, is focusing on smart wearable devices and has established long-term collaborations with major clients in the field [3]. - Luxshare Precision expressed confidence in a stable and slightly increasing market demand for the second half of the year, with a focus on supporting potential AI brands and products [4]. Group 3: Market Outlook - The release of new Apple products is expected to boost market interest in the consumer electronics sector, with a positive outlook for hardware innovation and AI synergy over the next three years [5]. - The consumer electronics sector is entering a period of intensive new product launches, with expectations for improved sales driven by Apple's new products and advancements in AI and wearable devices [5].