New Stock Issuance - Jin Hua New Material (920015) issued at a price of 18.15[1] - Jianfa Zhixin (301584) issued at a price of 7.05[1] Market Alerts - Cash option declaration period for *ST Tianmao (000627) from September 15 to September 19, 2025[1] - 13 trading days remaining for the delisting period of Zitian Tui (300280)[1] - Severe abnormal fluctuation reported for Jishi Media (601929)[1] Other Announcements - Multiple companies including Shanghai Construction (600170) and Zhongke Shuguang (603019) have recent announcements linked[1] - Various stocks are under scrutiny for abnormal trading activities, including *ST Yu Shun (002289) and ST Huaneng (000851)[3]

New Stock Issuance - New stock issuance for 联合动力 (code: 301656) at a price of 12.48 on September 15, 2025[1] - *ST天茂 (code: 000627) has a cash option declaration period from September 15 to September 19, 2025[1] - 紫天退 (code: 300280) has 14 trading days remaining until the last trading day during the delisting period[1] Market Alerts - 先导智能 (code: 300450) reported severe abnormal fluctuations[2] - 杭可科技 (code: 688006) and 新华锦 (code: 600735) have recent announcements regarding trading activities[1] - 退市整理期 for multiple stocks including *ST威尔 (code: 002058) and 新炬网络 (code: 605398) has been noted[1] Trading Insights - Significant trading activity observed in stocks like 工业富联 (code: 601138) and 景旺电子 (code: 603228) with recent announcements[1] - The report includes links to detailed announcements for various stocks, indicating ongoing market developments[1]

Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - **Industry**: China Industrials - **Outlook**: The industrial sector in China is facing a challenging trajectory in 2H25, with persistent macro headwinds and a cautious outlook due to muted demand and external risks, particularly from US tariffs [10][11][24][25]. Core Insights 1. **Earnings Performance**: In 1H25, 39% of companies reported earnings beats, a notable increase from 20% in 2H24, indicating improved performance against lower expectations [1]. 2. **Manufacturing Activity**: The Manufacturing PMI fell below 50 during Apr-Aug 2025, reflecting weak domestic consumption and cooling export orders [11][12]. 3. **Corporate Profits**: Industrial profits declined by 1.7% year-on-year to RMB 4 trillion (approximately USD 559 billion) in 7M25, with a slight recovery noted in July due to government measures [14]. 4. **Capex Intentions**: There is a significant contraction in Japan's machine tool orders to China, indicating a risk-off sentiment among manufacturers [16][20]. 5. **Destocking Cycle**: The destocking phase is nearing an end, but restocking is not yet in sight, as businesses await improved demand and profit margins [21]. Investment Strategies Barbell Strategy - **High-Risk Basket**: Focus on sectors like AI infrastructure, factory automation, and humanoid robots. Key picks include: - **AI Infra**: Kingboard Laminates (KBL), Shengyi Technology (SYTECH), Han's CNC [26][27]. - **Factory Automation**: Wuxi Lead, UBTECH, Hengli Hydraulic [43][46]. - **Low-Risk Basket**: Emphasize infrastructure and export sectors, with a preference for: - **China Infrastructure**: CRRC, Lesso, China State Construction International (CSCI) [5][61]. - **Export**: Techtronic, Shenzhou, Stella, focusing on high dividend yields [5]. Key Company Insights 1. **Kingboard Laminates (KBL)**: Reported 1H25 earnings growth of 28% to HKD 933 million, with expectations of improved gross margins in 2H25 due to price increases [28][29]. 2. **Shengyi Technology (SYTECH)**: Anticipates a 10-15% increase in shipments of AI-related materials, with ongoing expansion plans [33][34]. 3. **Wuxi Lead**: Expected to benefit from an EV battery capex cycle turnaround, with new orders projected to exceed previous guidance [47][48]. 4. **UBTECH**: Revised delivery guidance for humanoid robots upwards, indicating strong demand in the auto and electronics sectors [52][53]. 5. **CRRC**: Upgraded to Buy due to strong earnings and increased high-speed rail tenders, with a target price raised to HKD 7.30 [62][64]. Additional Considerations - **Policy Response**: The effectiveness of government policies in stimulating demand remains uncertain, with a need for decisive action to restore private sector confidence [24]. - **Market Sentiment**: The overall sentiment in the industrial sector is cautious, with a preference for companies with strong balance sheets and exposure to structural growth themes [25]. This summary encapsulates the key points discussed in the conference call, highlighting the current state of the China industrial sector, investment strategies, and specific company insights.

Core Viewpoint - The company is positioned as a leading manufacturer in the PCB equipment industry, focusing on providing comprehensive solutions for the PCB sector, and is expected to benefit significantly from the surge in AI-related PCB demand, potentially leading to the largest expansion wave in the industry’s history [1][4]. Group 1: Company Overview - The company has over 20 years of experience in the PCB equipment industry and has become the largest manufacturer of PCB-specific equipment globally, covering key processes such as drilling, exposure, forming, inspection, and lamination [1]. - The company is transitioning from a traditional supplier to a collaborative partner with clients, offering innovative solutions to enhance yield and reduce costs [1]. - The company is leveraging opportunities in the AI industry, with high-end equipment like mechanical and laser drilling gradually increasing in volume for applications in AI servers and 800G optical modules [1][2]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The demand for AI PCBs is expected to explode, leading to unprecedented expansion in the PCB industry, driven by significant investments in AI infrastructure [2]. - Upgrades in AI chip specifications and the introduction of new technologies will necessitate improvements in PCB layers, precision, and materials, thereby increasing the requirements for PCB processing equipment [2]. - New equipment such as 3D back drilling, CO2 laser drilling, and high-precision inspection are emerging to meet the stringent demands of the evolving PCB landscape [2]. Group 3: Technological Advancements - The company’s mechanical drilling technology has reached industry-leading levels, while laser drilling is anticipated to make significant advancements [3]. - The company’s 3D back drilling machine features integrated drilling and measurement capabilities, achieving high precision and has been adopted by leading multi-layer board manufacturers [3]. - The company has developed high-power CO2 laser drilling machines to meet the needs for high-quality processing of multi-layer HDI boards, addressing the demand for blind and deep blind hole drilling [3]. Group 4: Financial Outlook - With the anticipated increase in high-end equipment production, the company’s revenue and profitability are expected to reach new heights [4]. - The company forecasts net profits of 684 million, 1.507 billion, and 2.089 billion yuan for the years 2025 to 2027, respectively [4]. - The product iterations are expected to enhance average selling prices (ASP) and profitability, with a favorable valuation outlook and high operational leverage potentially leading to unexpected profit elasticity [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the mechanical equipment industry, specifically highlighting the potential in PCB equipment, solid-state battery equipment, and humanoid robots [1]. Core Insights - The demand for AI computing power is driving the high-end PCB market, with significant growth expected in the server market from 2024 onwards, leading to increased production capacity among domestic PCB manufacturers [2][29]. - Solid-state battery equipment is seeing steady industrialization, with key suppliers like Xian Dao Intelligent delivering critical production lines, indicating a growing market for solid-state batteries [4]. - The humanoid robot sector is poised for significant opportunities, particularly with upcoming product launches from Tesla and other companies, suggesting a favorable investment environment [5]. Summary by Sections PCB Equipment - Oracle's recent financial results indicate a substantial increase in remaining performance obligations (RPO), suggesting a strong demand for AI computing infrastructure [2]. - Leading PCB manufacturers in China are expanding their high-end HDI production capacity to capture quality orders in the server PCB market, which will significantly boost demand for drilling equipment [3]. - Key recommendations for PCB production include focusing on drilling, exposure, and electroplating processes, with specific companies highlighted for their roles in these areas [3][30]. Solid-State Battery Equipment - Leading equipment manufacturers are successfully delivering key solid-state battery production equipment, with significant energy savings and cost reductions reported [4]. - The solid-state battery sector is expected to enter a critical phase of pilot production by 2025-2026, with ongoing equipment optimization anticipated [4][22]. Humanoid Robots - The humanoid robot sector is experiencing a surge in interest, driven by new product releases and advancements in AI capabilities, with specific companies recommended for investment [5][44]. - The report emphasizes the importance of high-performance AI models for the development of humanoid robots, indicating a need for continued innovation in this area [44][45]. Industry Trends - The mechanical equipment industry is witnessing a strong upward trend, with significant sales growth in excavators and other machinery, driven by infrastructure projects and international demand [11][36]. - The report highlights the increasing importance of electric and unmanned machinery in high-altitude projects, suggesting a shift in industry dynamics towards more advanced technologies [37][38].

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - On September 12, 18 listed companies disclosed share reduction plans, with no companies announcing share increases on that day [1]. Group 1: Companies and Their Reduction Plans - Mars Man plans to reduce shares by up to 2.94% by a concerted action of its controlling shareholder [2]. - Minfa Aluminum's shareholder Huang Tianhu plans to reduce shares by up to 1% [2]. - Hengtian Hailong's shareholder China Hengtian Group intends to reduce up to 3% of the company's shares [2]. - Zhiwei Intelligent's controlling shareholder Guo Xuhui plans to reduce up to 7.5 million shares [2]. - Peking University Medicine plans to reduce 3% of its shares [2]. - Jin'an Guoji's controlling shareholder Donglin Investment and its concerted parties plan to reduce up to 3% [2]. - *ST Yitong's shareholder plans to reduce up to 2.96% of the company's shares [2]. - International Composite's shareholder Yunnan Yunxi plans to reduce up to 1.5% of the company's shares [2]. - Donghua Software's controlling shareholder Xue Xiangdong plans to reduce up to 1.4% of the company's shares [2]. - Huali Group's controlling shareholder Hong Kong Junyao plans to reduce up to 1.5% of the company's shares [2]. - Warner Pharmaceutical's shareholder Xu Xiaoqiang has cumulatively reduced 1.2961 million shares from September 1 to September 12 [2]. - Bidder Pharmaceutical's shareholders plan to collectively reduce up to 1% of the company's shares [2]. - Borui Data's shareholders plan to collectively reduce up to 5.4% of the company's shares [2]. - Tonglian Precision's shareholders Shenchuang Investment and its concerted parties plan to reduce up to 3% of the company's shares [2]. - Juguang Technology's controlling shareholder and its concerted parties have recently reduced 868,800 shares [2]. - Huat Gas's shareholders plan to reduce up to 2% of the company's shares [2]. - Beileisong's shareholder Wang Qiaoqing plans to reduce up to 1% of the company's shares [2]. - New Classics' shareholder Chen Liping plans to reduce up to 1.2 million shares [2].

Group 1 - Dongcai Technology's high-speed electronic resin has gained attention due to the rising demand in the high-end server industry, benefiting from the development of artificial intelligence and computing power upgrades [1] - The company's products, including various types of resins, have been successfully supplied to major server systems of leading companies such as NVIDIA, Huawei, Apple, and Intel, marking a new growth point for the company [1] Group 2 - Shangwei New Materials announced that 60 days have passed since the offer acquisition notice, and Zhiyuan Hengyue has deposited 232 million yuan as a performance guarantee, currently working on compliance confirmation and share transfer procedures [2] - The acquisition offer remains unconfirmed and carries uncertainty [2] Group 3 - Tianpu Co., Ltd. will hold an investor briefing on September 16, 2025, to discuss matters related to the transfer of control, with participation from the chairman, financial director, independent directors, and financial advisors [3] Group 4 - Zhongchao Holdings signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Hefei Intelligent Robot Research Institute to collaborate on technology and industrial applications in intelligent robotics and aerospace lightweight alloy casting [4] Group 5 - Juguang Technology's controlling shareholder and actual controller, along with their concerted actions, reduced their holdings by 868,821 shares, decreasing their total shareholding from 16.70% to 15.73% [5] Group 6 - Huakang Clean has won a medical service construction project with a bid price of 131 million yuan [7] - Guodun Quantum plans to sign a sales contract with China Telecom Quantum Group [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the mechanical equipment industry [6]. Core Insights - The mechanical equipment industry experienced a year-on-year revenue growth of 7.64% in Q2 2025, with a narrowing growth rate compared to the previous quarter. Key segments with accelerated revenue growth include wind power equipment, PCB(A), shipbuilding, lithium battery equipment, and instruments [13][18]. - The industry saw a year-on-year increase in net profit excluding non-recurring items of 16.22% in Q2 2025, with wind power and lithium battery equipment showing accelerated growth. The shipbuilding sector led with a 106% year-on-year increase, although this was affected by a low base [18][31]. - The overall profitability of the mechanical equipment industry strengthened in Q2 2025, with notable performance in the shipbuilding, railway equipment, and oil and gas equipment sectors [31]. Summary by Sections Overall Mechanical Equipment Overview - The mechanical equipment industry reported a year-on-year revenue growth of 7.64% in Q2 2025, with revenue growth accelerating in specific segments [13]. - The net profit excluding non-recurring items grew by 16.22% year-on-year, with wind power and lithium battery equipment leading the growth [18]. - The industry’s net profit margin increased by 0.38 percentage points year-on-year in Q2 2025, indicating improved profitability across various segments [25]. Subsector Performance - The engineering machinery sector saw a revenue increase of 8.7% in H1 2025, driven by strong overseas sales and diversified business contributions [44]. - Major companies in the engineering machinery sector, such as SANY Heavy Industry and XCMG, reported significant revenue growth, with SANY achieving a 15% increase year-on-year in H1 2025 [41][44]. - The overall net profit for the engineering machinery sector reached 161 billion yuan in H1 2025, reflecting a 25.1% year-on-year increase, with profit growth outpacing revenue growth [45].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that AI is driving rapid development in the PCB industry, leading to higher demands for specialized processing equipment [1] - The company maintains close interaction with downstream customers to actively develop specialized equipment solutions that meet the technological upgrade needs of clients [1]

New Stock Issuance - YouSheng Co., Ltd. (Securities Code: 732418) issued shares at a price of 46.36 RMB on September 12, 2025[1] - *ST Tianmao (Securities Code: 000627) has a cash option declaration period from September 15 to September 19, 2025[1] - *ST Zitian (Securities Code: 300280) enters the delisting arrangement period starting September 15, 2025[1] Trading Alerts - Hangke Technology (Securities Code: 688006) reported severe abnormal fluctuations on September 11, 2025[1] - Shanghai Electric Power (Securities Code: 600021) had a trading volume of 8,487 on September 10, 2025[1] - Tianji Co., Ltd. (Securities Code: 002759) reported a trading volume of 8,705 on September 10, 2025[1] Abnormal Fluctuations - ST Lingnan (Securities Code: 002717) reported a trading volume of 7,965 on September 10, 2025[3] - ST Huaxi (Securities Code: 002630) reported a trading volume of 9,579 on September 11, 2025[3] - ST Jianye (Securities Code: 600381) reported a trading volume of 5,420 on September 3, 2025[3]