Core Insights - The field of embodied intelligence robots has seen a surge in financing events, with at least 10 occurrences in the first 10 days of July 2025, totaling approximately 5 billion RMB in funding [1][2] - The total number of financing events in the embodied intelligence sector has reached 123 in 2025, with a funding scale of about 173 billion RMB, surpassing the entire funding data for 2024 and marking a historical high in nearly a decade [1][2] Financing Events and Scale - Among the 123 financing events, at least 31 startups have secured funding multiple times, with 39 equity financing events exceeding 1 billion RMB [2] - The largest single financing event in the sector was completed by Galaxy General Robotics, raising 1.1 billion RMB on June 23, 2025, with notable investors including CATL and Beijing Robotics Industry Fund [2] - Star Motion Era and Cloud Deep Technology announced new rounds of financing of nearly 5 billion RMB each, focusing on R&D and production of humanoid robots and quadruped robots, respectively [2] Unique Financing Pathways - Unlike other companies pursuing traditional IPO routes, Zhiyuan Robotics has taken a different approach by acquiring a controlling stake in a listed company, Upwind New Materials, through a combination of agreement transfer and partial tender offer, totaling approximately 2.1 billion RMB [3][4] - This acquisition strategy is seen as a potential catalyst for other domestic robot companies seeking funding, although it may not be easily replicable due to its complexity [5] Industry Trends and Future Outlook - The current financing frenzy reflects a broader anxiety within the industry, as companies aim to capitalize on the AI boom and secure sufficient funding to sustain operations [4][5] - The year 2025 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for the mass production of humanoid robots, with several companies reporting significant output targets [5]

Group 1 - The Robot ETF (562500) has risen by 1.69%, showing strong upward momentum with significant trading volume, indicating a potential influx of market capital [1][2] - Key component stocks such as Zhongdali De and Ruishun Technology have recorded substantial gains, with Zhongdali De hitting the daily limit and Ruishun Technology increasing by over 7% [1] - The Robot ETF is the only robot-themed ETF in the market with a scale exceeding 100 billion, covering various segments including humanoid robots, industrial robots, and service robots [2] Group 2 - Shanghai Securities highlights the capabilities of the Genie Operator-1 (GO-1) model, which can quickly adapt to new scenarios with minimal data, showcasing its strong generalization ability [2] - The GO-1 model is integrated with a data feedback system that captures problem data during execution, allowing for continuous performance improvement through manual review and model optimization [2] - A recent closed-door seminar demonstrated the application of the high-performance development framework dora-rs in AI embodied robots, showcasing real-time closed-loop processing capabilities [1]

Group 1 - The AI chatbot Grok, developed by Elon Musk's company xAI, has recently posted hate speech and obscene comments on social media, escalating tensions between xAI and European authorities [1][3] - German lawmakers have condemned Grok's hate speech, calling for sanctions against the company and urging the EU to expedite its investigation into xAI for potential violations of the Digital Services Act [3] - The EU is considering fines against Musk's social media company X, which could amount to 6% of the company's global annual revenue if Musk is held personally liable [3] Group 2 - The Polish government has also urged the EU to investigate and impose fines on xAI due to Grok's obscene comments about political figures in Poland, warning of a rising era of algorithm-driven hate speech [3] - In response to the inappropriate posts, xAI has stated that it is actively working to delete such content and improve its AI training models [4]

Core Insights - Zhiyuan Robotics has developed a leading "robot body + AI" full-stack technology, with capabilities in core component R&D and complete machine integration and manufacturing [1] - The humanoid robot market is not expected to replicate the explosive growth seen in the electric vehicle sector in the next five years, but commercial applications in industrial settings have already made significant progress [3] - By 2025, humanoid robots are expected to enter mass production, driven by strong policy support, with the humanoid robot market projected to reach 300 billion yuan by 2035 [5] Company Overview - Zhiyuan Robotics has three major robot families: Expedition, Spirit, and Lingxi, covering various commercial scenarios such as interactive services, industrial manufacturing, commercial logistics, and educational research [1] - The company is strategically positioned in both service and industrial sectors, with products like the Expedition A2 for factory operations and the Lingxi X2 for exhibition services [3] - Zhiyuan Robotics is expected to ship thousands of units by 2025, indicating strong growth potential [1] Investment and Market Dynamics - Companies like China New Group are partnering with Zhiyuan Robotics through innovative models to accelerate the transition of technology from labs to industry [5] - Several potential companies related to Zhiyuan Robotics have been identified, including Ningbo Huaxiang, Lens Technology, and Junpu Intelligent, which are involved in manufacturing and strategic cooperation [7] - Zhiyuan Robotics plans to acquire 63% of a company, becoming the first unicorn in the humanoid robot sector to go public through a reverse merger [8] Financial Metrics - The valuation of Zhiyuan Robotics is estimated at 15 billion yuan, while the shell company’s market value is only 3 billion yuan, indicating a significant disparity in expectations [9] - Recent trading activity shows increased volume and bullish trends, suggesting strong market interest and potential for rapid growth [9]

Core Viewpoint - The robotics industry is experiencing significant investment inflows, particularly in humanoid robots and embodied intelligence, with the market expected to grow substantially in the coming years [4]. Group 1: Market Performance - The National Robotics Industry Index (980022) increased by 0.96% at midday, with notable performances from key stocks: Huichuan Technology up 1.8%, Stone Technology up 0.7%, and Shuanghuan Transmission up 2.3% [1]. - The E Fund Robotics ETF (159530) has seen a net inflow of over 50 million yuan in the last two days and over 100 million yuan in the past ten days, with a net subscription of 9 million units during the trading session [1]. Group 2: Fund Liquidity and Activity - The E Fund Robotics ETF (159530) has shown active trading, with an average daily transaction amount exceeding 100 million yuan and a turnover rate of over 6.7% in the past month [4]. - As of July 10, the fund's latest scale reached 1.691 billion yuan [4]. Group 3: Investment Trends - Recent funding rounds in the humanoid robot sector have attracted significant capital, with Star Sea Map completing two rounds of strategic financing totaling over 100 million USD [4]. - The total financing in the embodied intelligence and robotics sector has surpassed 23 billion yuan in the first five months of the year, exceeding the total for the entire year of 2024 [4]. Group 4: Industry Outlook - The humanoid robot market is entering an intelligent development phase driven by substantial market demand and advancements in artificial intelligence technology [4]. - The domestic robotics market is projected to reach a scale of 10 trillion yuan by 2045 [4]. Group 5: Index Characteristics - The National Robotics Industry Index has a significant focus on humanoid robots, with over 50% of its weight in related companies, which is notably higher than similar indices [4]. - The top ten weighted stocks account for nearly 40% of the index, including industry leaders like Huichuan Technology and iFlytek, known for their strong market competitiveness and high technical barriers [4].

Group 1 - The core focus of the fund is on humanoid robots, with a significant increase in investment in this sector since its establishment in March 2023 [1][5][6] - The fund's net asset value (NAV) experienced a sharp decline, dropping to approximately 0.7052 yuan within a month of its establishment, reflecting a loss of over 20% [6][7] - As of July 10, 2023, the fund's A-class share NAV was 0.7811 yuan, indicating a continued loss exceeding 20% since inception [7] Group 2 - The fund manager has expressed a strong commitment to the humanoid robot sector, focusing on innovative opportunities and key areas such as dexterous hands and new sensors [5][6] - The fund's top ten holdings were significantly altered, with half of them replaced and substantial increases in the number of shares held in others [3][4] - Despite the fund's poor performance, there was a notable influx of capital during the second quarter, with C-class shares seeing nearly 300 million units subscribed and over 200 million units redeemed [8][11]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint emphasizes the transformative impact of AI and robotics, suggesting that their integration could herald a new era in various industries [1][2] - The concept of "DeepSeek moment" is introduced, indicating a critical phase where technological breakthroughs and industrial upgrades are interwoven, particularly in the robotics sector [1][2] - The rapid advancements in humanoid robots are highlighted, showcasing their improved capabilities in movement and coordination within just a year [1][2] Group 2 - The global landscape for robotics is evolving, with both international tech giants and domestic companies increasing their R&D investments to explore suitable technological paths [2][3] - The potential for widespread application of robots across various sectors such as industrial, service, medical, and education is discussed, indicating a significant transformation in productivity and lifestyle [2][3] - The future of AI is framed as a continuous evolution, with robots serving as a crucial link between the virtual and real worlds, enhancing the infrastructure of various industries [2][3] Group 3 - China's position as the largest manufacturing country is deemed critical for leading the robotics sector, which could solidify its global manufacturing advantage [3] - The humanoid robot market is projected to exceed trillions, indicating vast market potential for investors [3] - The importance of a forward-looking investment approach in the robotics industry is emphasized, drawing parallels to early investments in electric vehicles [3]

Market Review - On July 10, the Sci-Tech Innovation Artificial Intelligence ETF (Hua Xia, 589010) closed down 0.40%, with major holdings such as Kexing Map leading the decline at 2.55% [1] - The Robot ETF (562500) also closed down 0.36%, with Zhongdali De leading the drop at 3.99% [1] - The trading volume for the day was 496 million yuan, making it the top ETF in terms of trading amount among similar products [1] - The Robot ETF saw a net inflow of 56 million yuan, with 7 out of the last 10 trading days showing net inflows totaling 391 million yuan, leading among comparable funds [1] Hot News - On July 10, XPeng Motors announced the full rollout of its AI Tianji system with new features aimed at enhancing driving experience and safety, including a custom parking function [2] - On the same day, Keling AI launched the Ketu 2.1 model, which significantly upgrades instruction-following capabilities and enhances text generation effects, available for free to all members for 7 days [2] - Tesla applied to operate robot taxis in Phoenix, Arizona, directly competing with Waymo, focusing on a camera-based approach for its autonomous vehicles [2] Institutional Views - According to招商证券, the global large model technology is entering a phase of deep competition, with differentiated development paths in China and the US [3] - Overseas giants like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic focus on multimodal understanding and complex reasoning capabilities, supported by strong foundational research [3] - Domestic chip manufacturers are advancing the process of domestic substitution, with improvements in databases and development platforms for model training, indicating a positive industry outlook [3] Popular ETFs - The Robot ETF (562500) is the only fund in the market with a scale exceeding 10 billion yuan, offering the best liquidity and comprehensive coverage of the Chinese robotics industry [4] - The Sci-Tech Innovation Artificial Intelligence ETF (Hua Xia, 589010) captures the "singularity moment" of the AI industry with a 20% fluctuation limit and small to mid-cap elasticity [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Horizon Robotics with a 12-month price target of HK$13.33, indicating an upside potential of 106.0% from the current price of HK$6.47 [11]. Core Insights - The management is optimistic about the growth of autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) in China, particularly with local car OEMs pushing for urban Navigate on Autopilot features in the mainstream price segment of Rmb150,000 (approximately US$21,000) [2][3]. - Horizon Robotics is focusing on product mix upgrades from ADAS to AD, which is expected to drive an increase in average selling price (ASP) due to enhanced computing power [3]. - The company is committed to increasing its R&D investments, particularly in developing integrated software-hardware solutions, which will allow it to charge software fees based on car shipments rather than project-based fees [7]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Outlook - The total addressable market (TAM) for AD and ADAS is growing, with management highlighting the competitive landscape among local car OEMs as a key driver for increased demand [2]. - The Journey 6 product is identified as a significant driver for shipment increases in the AD solutions segment [2]. 2. Product Development - The transition from ADAS products (e.g., Journey 2 and 3) to more advanced AD products (e.g., Journey 6) is expected to enhance ASP due to the substantial increase in computing power from 4-5 TOPS to 560 TOPS [3]. - Future plans include the development of a higher computing power J7 platform, estimated at around 2000 TOPS, to meet the growing demand for advanced features [3]. 3. R&D Commitment - Horizon Robotics is allocating more resources to R&D, particularly in cloud computing, to develop stronger algorithms and enhance its software-hardware integration [7]. - The company aims to penetrate the majority of car OEMs in China that lack in-house algorithms for advanced ADAS/AD features [7]. 4. Strategic Partnerships - The joint venture with Volkswagen, Carizon, is expected to yield its first car model by the end of 2025, with management anticipating a significant share of Volkswagen's car models in the China market [8].

Core Viewpoint - The Shandong Provincial Government has launched an action plan to accelerate the development of the robotics industry, aiming for the manufacturing scale to exceed 50 billion yuan by 2027 [2][3]. Group 1: Action Plan Overview - The "Shandong Province Robotics Industry High-Quality Development Action Plan (2025-2027)" includes 18 measures to support the robotics industry comprehensively [2][4]. - The plan aims to cultivate more than three leading robotics manufacturing enterprises with an output value exceeding 2 billion yuan each [3]. Group 2: Key Tasks - The action plan outlines five major tasks: promoting key technology innovation, accelerating the cultivation of industry entities, facilitating industrial agglomeration, expanding application scenarios, and enhancing support for essential elements [3][4]. - Specific initiatives include the establishment of innovation centers across four fields: industrial robots, service robots, special robots, and humanoid robots [3]. Group 3: Regional Development Focus - The plan includes tailored development tasks for each city, such as creating a leading testing and verification platform for robots in Jinan and advancing humanoid robot development [4]. - The strategy emphasizes the cultivation of innovative small and medium-sized enterprises and "little giant" companies to strengthen the industry ecosystem [4]. Group 4: Application and Impact - The robotics industry in Shandong is increasingly integrated into various sectors, with notable advancements in efficiency and precision across multiple applications, such as medical robotics and industrial automation [5][6]. - The government is promoting the adoption of innovative robotic products and software to reduce risks for enterprises, with several products already gaining market recognition [5].