Group 1 - Over 200 foreign institutions have conducted research on A-share listed companies since May, totaling more than 500 investigations, with a focus on hard technology sectors such as electronic devices and integrated circuits [1] - Notable foreign institutions involved in the research include Goldman Sachs, Fidelity, BlackRock, UBS, Allianz, and Point72, with companies like Aopu Technology, Lanke Technology, Hudian Co., and Aobi Zhongguang attracting over 30 foreign institution investigations each [1] - Point72, referred to as "Wall Street's craziest money-making machine," led the research activities with 17 investigations, focusing on companies such as Huace Testing, Miaoke Landuo, and Ruixin Micro [1] Group 2 - In addition to electronic devices and integrated circuits, sectors such as healthcare, industrial machinery, and electronic components have also garnered significant attention from foreign institutions, with industry leaders like BeiGene, Huichuan Technology, New Industry, and Shenzhen South Circuit receiving the most investigations [2] - Multiple foreign giants believe that the A-share market presents abundant investment opportunities, particularly in the technology growth sector, with Morgan Stanley highlighting key areas such as technology growth, Chinese manufacturing, and new consumption as worthy of attention [3] - Morgan Asset Management is optimistic about sectors including leading automotive manufacturers and components, AI-related industries, robotics, trendy toys, and pet-related businesses [3]

Core Points - The China Securities Central Enterprises New Momentum Theme Index (央企新动能, 931522) rose by 1.45% to 1561.4 points with a trading volume of 13.948 billion yuan on May 29 [1] - Over the past month, the index has increased by 0.67%, but it has decreased by 4.52% over the last three months and by 5.92% year-to-date [1] Index Composition - The index consists of 45 representative listed companies from state-owned enterprises under the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, focusing on manufacturing, technology, and modern service industries [1] - The top ten weighted stocks in the index are: Hikvision (10.04%), Guodian NARI (9.88%), Changan Automobile (8.93%), AVIC Optoelectronics (7.16%), AVIC Aircraft (4.0%), China Software (3.84%), China Merchants Highway (3.63%), AVIC Chengfei (3.28%), Shenzhen South Circuit (3.26%), and Baoxin Software (3.2%) [1] Market Distribution - The market distribution of the index holdings shows that the Shenzhen Stock Exchange accounts for 59.38%, the Shanghai Stock Exchange for 40.31%, and the Beijing Stock Exchange for 0.31% [1] - In terms of industry composition, the index holdings are distributed as follows: Industrial sector 50.43%, Information Technology 33.68%, Consumer Discretionary 9.38%, Communication Services 4.06%, Financials 1.65%, and Materials 0.79% [2] Index Adjustment - The index samples are adjusted semi-annually, with adjustments implemented on the next trading day following the second Friday of June and December each year [2] - Weight factors are adjusted in accordance with the sample adjustments, and in special circumstances, the index may undergo temporary adjustments [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Shennan Circuits is "Buy" with a 12-month target price of Rmb152, indicating a potential upside of 40% from the current price of Rmb108.6 [9][12]. Core Insights - Shennan Circuits is positioned as a key supplier in the high-end PCB market in China, benefiting from domestic AI infrastructure investments, which are expected to drive robust revenue and net profit growth [9]. - The company is experiencing a strong demand for AI-related products, with overall PCB capacity utilization exceeding 90% and AI-related capacity running at full production [3][9]. - The ABF business is in the early ramp-up stage, with expectations of narrowing losses in 2025 due to cost control and increased revenue [4][9]. Summary by Sections Raw Material Costs - Raw material costs, particularly for gold and copper-related materials, are on the rise, prompting Shennan to negotiate prices with suppliers. Gold-related materials account for less than 10% of total procurement [2][9]. - Management plans to pass some of the cost increases to customers due to high overall demand and utilization levels [2]. PCB Outlook - The demand for PCBs is robust, driven by local AI needs, including AI accelerators and high-speed optical transceivers. This demand is expected to improve the product mix and gross margin outlook into 2Q~3Q25 [3][9]. ABF Business Status - The Guangzhou ABF plant reported a pre-tax loss of Rmb550 million in 2024, but management anticipates a reduction in losses for 2025, projecting revenues of over Rmb100 million [4][9]. - Monthly depreciation costs are expected to remain below Rmb30 million, with current costs at Rmb25 million [6][9]. Financial Projections - Revenue projections show a growth trajectory from Rmb17,907 million in 2024 to Rmb26,694 million by 2027, with net income expected to rise from Rmb1,879 million in 2024 to Rmb4,014 million in 2027 [7][12].

Group 1 - The core index, the China Securities National New Central Enterprise Technology Index, experienced a decline of 0.83%, closing at 1177.14 points with a trading volume of 14.126 billion yuan [1] - Over the past month, the index has increased by 0.94%, but it has decreased by 9.04% over the last three months and by 6.20% year-to-date [1] - The index is customized by Guoxin Investment Co., Ltd., selecting 50 listed companies from industries such as aerospace, defense, computer, electronics, semiconductors, and communication equipment to reflect the overall performance of central enterprise technology theme listed companies [1] Group 2 - The top ten weighted stocks in the index include Hikvision (9.63%), AVIC Shenyang Aircraft (7.43%), AVIC Optoelectronics (6.74%), Aero Engine Corporation of China (5.91%), Shenzhen South Circuit (4.35%), Shanghai Beiling (4.22%), AVIC Aircraft (4.12%), Baoxin Software (3.6%), AVIC High-Tech (3.2%), and Guangxun Technology (3.12%) [1] - The market segments of the index holdings show that the Shanghai Stock Exchange accounts for 52.18% and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange accounts for 47.82% [1] Group 3 - The industry composition of the index holdings indicates that industrial companies make up 46.32%, information technology companies account for 42.73%, and communication services represent 10.95% [2] - The index samples are adjusted biannually, with adjustments implemented on the next trading day following the second Friday of June and December each year [2] - Public funds tracking the central enterprise technology index include various funds from E Fund, Yinhua, and Southern Asset Management [2]

Group 1: Company Operations and Capacity Utilization - The company's overall business operations are normal, with a comprehensive capacity utilization rate remaining relatively high. The PCB business benefits from sustained demand in computing power and automotive electronics, maintaining high capacity utilization [1] - The packaging substrate business has seen an improvement in capacity utilization due to a relative recovery in the storage sector compared to Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 [1] Group 2: PCB Business Applications and Trends - The PCB business focuses on high-end PCB product design, development, and manufacturing, primarily serving communication devices, data centers, automotive electronics, and industrial control sectors [1] - The demand for PCB products in high-speed communication networks, data center switches, AI accelerator cards, and memory has increased due to the urgent need for high computing power and high-speed networks [2] Group 3: Expansion Plans and Investments - The company has factories in Shenzhen, Wuxi, Nantong, and a factory under construction in Thailand. It is enhancing capacity through technological upgrades and is progressing with the Nantong Phase IV project to establish an HDI technology platform [3] - The total investment for the Thailand factory is 1.274 billion RMB, aimed at developing high-layer and HDI PCB technology to expand overseas market reach [4] Group 4: Packaging Substrate Business Development - The packaging substrate products cover a wide range, including module packaging substrates and storage packaging substrates, with demand improving in Q1 2025 compared to Q4 2024, primarily driven by increased demand for storage products [5] - The FC-BGA packaging substrate has achieved mass production capability for products with 20 layers or fewer, while R&D for products with more than 20 layers is progressing on schedule [6] Group 5: Raw Material Price Changes - In Q1 2025, the prices of key raw materials such as copper-clad laminates and gold salts have increased year-on-year and compared to Q4 2024, influenced by commodity price fluctuations [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Shennan Circuits, with a 12-month target price of Rmb152, indicating a potential upside of 40% from the current price of Rmb108.6 [10][13]. Core Insights - Shennan Circuits is positioned as a key beneficiary of China's domestic AI infrastructure investments, expecting robust revenue and net profit growth as local equipment vendors increase their server and networking shipments [10]. - The overall PCB capacity utilization rate is reported at over 90%, with AI-related capacity running at full production due to strong demand from AI servers and networking [3][10]. - The company is facing rising raw material costs, particularly for gold and copper-related materials, but management plans to pass some of these costs onto customers due to high demand [2][3]. Summary by Sections Raw Material Costs - Gold-related raw materials prices are increasing, driven by rising gold prices, while copper-related materials also face high cost pressures [2]. - Gold-related materials account for less than 10% of total procurement at Shennan, allowing some flexibility in cost absorption [2]. PCB Outlook - The demand for PCBs is robust, particularly from local AI applications, including AI accelerators and high-speed optical transceivers [3]. - Management anticipates an improving gross margin outlook into Q2 and Q3 of 2025 due to a favorable product mix driven by AI demand [3]. ABF Business Status - The Guangzhou ABF plant incurred a pre-tax loss of Rmb550 million in 2024, but management expects losses to narrow in 2025 with improved cost control and revenue growth [4][7]. - Monthly depreciation costs at the Guangzhou ABF plant are projected to remain below Rmb30 million, with current costs at Rmb25 million [7]. Financial Projections - Revenue projections show a growth trajectory from Rmb17.9 billion in 2024 to Rmb26.7 billion by 2027, with net income expected to rise from Rmb1.9 billion to Rmb4 billion in the same period [8][10]. - The gross margin is expected to improve from 24.8% in 2024 to 27.2% by 2027, reflecting better operational efficiency and product mix [8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the increasing demand for high-performance PCB products driven by advancements in AI technology and the growing needs of the electronic industry for high computing power and fast networks [1] - The PCB business of the company is benefiting from trends in high-speed communication networks, data center switches, AI accelerator cards, and memory products since 2024 [1] - The company reports that its overall business operations are normal, with a relatively high capacity utilization rate, particularly in the PCB sector due to sustained demand in computing power and automotive electronics [1] Group 2 - The company is engaged in the design, research, and manufacturing of high-end PCB products, focusing on applications in communication equipment, data centers, and automotive electronics, among others [2] - The company is upgrading existing PCB factories to enhance capacity and is progressing with the construction of its fourth phase project in Nantong to establish an HDI technology platform [2] - The total investment for the Thailand factory is 1.274 billion RMB, which is currently under orderly construction, aimed at expanding overseas market reach and meeting international customer demands [2] Group 3 - In the high-end packaging substrate sector, the company has achieved mass production capabilities for FC-BGA substrates with 20 layers or fewer, while ongoing R&D for products with more than 20 layers is on schedule [3] - The first phase of the Guangzhou packaging substrate project has commenced production in Q4 2023, with a steady increase in production capacity and acceptance of bulk orders for BT and some FC-BGA products [3] - The company is currently in the early stages of ramping up production capacity, which has led to increased costs and expenses, negatively impacting profitability [3]

Group 1: Company Operations and Capacity Utilization - The company's overall business operations are normal, with a comprehensive capacity utilization rate remaining relatively high. The PCB business benefits from sustained demand in computing power and automotive electronics, maintaining high capacity utilization [1] - The packaging substrate business has seen an improvement in capacity utilization due to a relative recovery in the storage sector compared to Q4 2024 and Q1 2025 [1] Group 2: PCB Business Applications and Trends - The PCB business focuses on high-end PCB product design, development, and manufacturing, primarily serving communication devices, data centers, automotive electronics, and industrial control sectors [1] - The demand for large-size, high-layer, high-frequency, high-speed, and high-heat dissipation PCB products has increased due to the urgent need for high computing power and high-speed networks in the electronic industry [2] Group 3: Expansion Plans and Investments - The company has factories in Shenzhen, Wuxi, Nantong, and a new factory under construction in Thailand. It is enhancing capacity through technological upgrades and is progressing with the Nantong Phase IV project to establish an HDI technology platform [3] - The total investment for the Thailand factory is 1.274 billion RMB, aimed at developing high-layer and HDI PCB technology to expand overseas market reach [4] Group 4: Product Development and Production Progress - The FC-BGA packaging substrate currently has mass production capabilities for products with 20 layers or fewer, with ongoing development for products exceeding 20 layers [5] - The Guangzhou packaging substrate project has begun production, with a steady increase in capacity, although it is still in the early stages of ramp-up, impacting profits negatively [5] Group 5: Raw Material Price Changes - Key raw materials include copper-clad laminates, prepregs, copper foil, gold salt, and inks. In Q1 2025, prices for some raw materials increased year-on-year due to commodity price fluctuations [6] - The company will continue to monitor international commodity prices and maintain communication with suppliers and customers regarding price changes [6]

Core Viewpoint - The company has achieved mass production capability for FC-BGA packaging substrates with 20 layers and below, featuring a minimum line width and spacing of 9/12μm [1] Group 1 - The company specializes in FC-BGA packaging substrates [1] - The current production capability includes products with 20 layers or fewer [1] - The minimum line width and spacing achieved is 9/12μm [1]

Fundraising Overview - The company has raised a total of RMB 2,529,664,782.94 through a non-public offering of 23,694,480 shares, approved by the China Securities Regulatory Commission [1] - The funds will be primarily used for the manufacturing project of high-end flip chip IC substrates, with a total investment of RMB 276,627,000 and planned fundraising of RMB 255,000,000 [1] Change of Project Implementation Entity - The company has approved a change in the project implementation entity for the high-end flip chip IC substrate manufacturing project from its wholly-owned subsidiary Wuxi Shennan to another wholly-owned subsidiary, Wuxi Guangxin Packaging Substrate Co., Ltd. [2] Fund Management and Storage - The company has revised its fundraising management system to ensure dedicated storage and usage of the raised funds, in compliance with relevant laws and regulations [2] - The management system includes provisions for fund storage, usage, project management, and supervision of investment projects [2] Fund Supervision Agreements - The company has signed tripartite and quadripartite supervision agreements with banks and underwriters to ensure proper management of the raised funds [3] - A new quadripartite supervision agreement was signed following the change of the project implementation entity [3] Fund Account Status - The company has closed several fundraising accounts, including those at China Bank and Agricultural Bank, as part of its fund management strategy [5] - The company has transferred RMB 54,764,800 from one of its fundraising accounts to its own funds and completed the account closure [6]