Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that Ding Tai High-Tech (301377.SZ) is rated as a buy due to the expanding market for AI servers and high-speed switches, leading to increased demand for PCB drilling needles [2] - The demand for drilling needles is expected to double due to changes in electronic cloth materials aimed at maintaining a low breakage rate [2] - The frequency of needle replacement is increasing due to high multilayer designs, further driving the demand for drilling needles [2] Group 2 - The company is enhancing its production capacity flexibility through self-research and self-supply of equipment [2] - The performance of products is being improved by relying on self-developed coating materials [2] - The company is deepening its global layout, which is expected to stimulate its overseas potential [2] Group 3 - The development of membrane products such as automotive light control membranes, explosion-proof films, and anti-peeping films is gradually progressing [2]

Core Viewpoint - The PCB industry is experiencing continuous expansion driven by the demand for AI computing infrastructure, with major companies increasing production capacity to meet this demand [1] Group 1: PCB Equipment Market - The expansion in PCB production is primarily focused on high-layer HDI boards, leading to increased requirements for aperture size and corresponding rises in equipment quantity and prices [1] - Exposure equipment accounts for 10%-15% of the PCB equipment value, with high-end PCB boards requiring higher precision and line width, benefiting leading companies that secure top-tier clients [2] - Drilling equipment constitutes about 25% of the PCB equipment value, with the demand for laser drilling equipment increasing due to the limitations of traditional mechanical drilling methods as PCB complexity grows [2] Group 2: Key Companies and Developments - Domestic companies benefiting from the expansion include Chipbond Technology (688630.SH), Dazhong CNC (301200.SZ), and Tianzhun Technology (688003.SH) [2] - Major players in the drilling needle sector, such as Dingtai High-tech and Jinzhou Precision, are expanding production capacity in response to the rising demand for high-end drilling needles driven by AI server PCB upgrades [3] - The PCB electroplating equipment market is also evolving, with vertical electroplating equipment dominating and companies like Dongwei Technology (688700.SH) seeing significant order growth [4]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" indicating that the industry is expected to outperform the overall market [2][9]. Core Insights - The PCB industry is experiencing continuous expansion driven by the demand for AI computing infrastructure, with major companies like Huadian and Shenghong investing significantly in new projects [3]. - The expansion is primarily focused on high-layer HDI boards, leading to increased requirements for equipment quantity and pricing [3]. - The exposure segment of PCB equipment, which accounts for 10%-15% of the total equipment value, is seeing higher demand for advanced exposure equipment due to stricter requirements from high-end PCB boards [3]. - The drilling segment, which constitutes about 25% of PCB equipment value, is benefiting from the increasing complexity of PCB designs, with a shift towards laser drilling technology [3]. - The PCB drill needle market is experiencing growth due to the surge in AI demand, prompting manufacturers to expand production capacity [3]. - The electroplating segment, which represents around 10% of PCB equipment value, is seeing increased demand for high-end equipment as AI applications require thicker copper and finer lines [3]. Summary by Sections PCB Expansion - Continuous expansion in the PCB sector is driven by AI computing needs, with significant investments from leading companies [3]. Exposure Equipment - Exposure equipment is critical for high-end PCB production, with domestic companies improving their capabilities to meet rising demands [3]. Drilling Equipment - The drilling process is evolving with a shift towards laser technology, driven by the need for smaller apertures and tighter tolerances in PCB manufacturing [3]. Drill Needles - The demand for high-quality drill needles is increasing, with manufacturers ramping up production to meet the needs of upgraded AI server PCBs [3]. Electroplating Equipment - The demand for advanced electroplating equipment is growing, particularly for high-end applications in the AI sector [3].

Core Viewpoint - Ding Tai Gao Ke's stock price has shown a positive trend, reflecting strong market performance and investor interest in the company [1] Company Overview - Ding Tai Gao Ke's latest stock price is 52.53 yuan, up 1.53% from the previous trading day [1] - The stock reached a high of 53.96 yuan and a low of 51.21 yuan during the trading session, with a total transaction amount of 310 million yuan [1] - The company operates in the general equipment manufacturing industry, focusing on the research and production of precision tools such as PCB drill bits and milling cutters [1] - Ding Tai Gao Ke is recognized as a national-level specialized and innovative "little giant" enterprise, with products widely used in consumer electronics and automotive electronics sectors [1] Market Performance - Ding Tai Gao Ke has been included in the CSI 1000 index, which features stocks that have increased by over 100% year-to-date [1] - The CSI 1000 index has shown active performance since the third quarter, with approximately 81% of its sample stocks experiencing an increase [1]

关于为子公司向银行申请授信提供担保的进展公告 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露内容的真实、准确和完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 证券代码：301377 证券简称：鼎泰高科 公告编号：2025-037 广东鼎泰高科技术股份有限公司 一、担保情况概述 广东鼎泰高科技术股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"或"鼎泰高科"）于 2025 年 4 月 21 日、2025 年 5 月 15 日分别召开了第二届董事会第十一次会议及 2024 年年度股东大会，审议通过了《关于向银行申请综合授信额度并提供担保 的议案》，同意公司及子公司广东鼎泰机器人科技有限公司、南阳鼎泰高科有限 公司（以下简称"南阳鼎泰"）、东莞市鼎泰鑫电子有限公司、东莞市鼎泰华南 采购服务有限公司、东莞市超智新材料有限公司（以下简称"超智新材料"）向 银行及其他金融机构申请额度不超过人民币 16 亿元的综合授信额度，在上述综 合授信额度内，公司及子公司为银行授信金额提供担保，合计担保额度不超过人 民币 16 亿元，担保额度可循环滚动使用。具体内容详见公司于 2025 年 4 月 23 日在巨潮资讯网（www.cninfo.com.cn）披露的《关于 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the PCB industry [3][11]. Core Insights - The PCB industry is experiencing growth driven by strong demand from AI applications and technological upgrades, leading to increased capital expenditures in downstream sectors [8][21]. - The global PCB market is expected to see differentiated growth across product segments, with high-density interconnect (HDI) boards benefiting from AI server demand, projected to grow by 18.8% year-on-year to reach $12.5 billion in 2024 [11][12]. - The report highlights a trend towards high-density, high-performance PCB products, with the combined market share of HDI and packaging substrates exceeding 34% [11][12]. Summary by Sections PCB Product Overview - PCB products are categorized into rigid boards, flexible boards, rigid-flex boards, and packaging substrates, with HDI boards widely used in consumer electronics and high-frequency boards for 5G communication [8][9]. Market Segmentation and Growth - In 2024, the global PCB market is projected to reach $73.57 billion, with multilayer boards holding the largest share at 38.1% [11][12]. - The smartphone sector accounts for 19% of the PCB market, with a projected value of $13.89 billion, while the server/storage sector is expected to grow by 33.1% year-on-year to $10.92 billion [15][16]. Regional Market Dynamics - China is expected to dominate the PCB market, with its share increasing from 54.4% in 2023 to 56.0% in 2024, reflecting its significant role in global PCB production [22][23]. Technological Advancements - The report emphasizes the need for PCB manufacturers to adapt to higher complexity and performance requirements driven by AI and high-speed networking, necessitating advancements in design and manufacturing processes [21][24]. Equipment and Supply Chain - The report outlines the production processes and key equipment used in PCB manufacturing, highlighting the importance of drilling equipment, which holds the highest market share in the PCB production process [31][34]. - The global drilling equipment market is projected to grow from $1.17 billion in 2020 to $1.47 billion in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3% expected from 2024 to 2029 [38][43]. Market Trends and Future Outlook - The PCB industry is expected to continue evolving with the increasing demand for high-density and high-layer count boards, particularly in AI server applications, which are pushing the boundaries of PCB technology [27][28].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Ding Tai Gao Ke (301377), is actively monitoring the development of laser drilling technology in the HDI (High-Density Interconnect) PCB manufacturing sector, indicating a strategic focus on technological advancements in this area [1] Group 1: Company Insights - The company primarily specializes in PCB drilling needles but is also making technical preparations for laser drilling technology, which is seen as a significant trend in the industry [1] - The company acknowledges the advantages of laser drilling over mechanical drilling in terms of precision, processing quality, reliability, and layer alignment capabilities [1] Group 2: Industry Trends - Laser drilling technology is recognized as the mainstream choice for HDI in the current and future landscape, particularly due to the miniaturization of AI and 5G devices [1]

Core Insights - In the past 10 days (from July 18 to July 31), overseas institutions conducted research on 43 listed companies, with Ding Tai Gao Ke being the most focused, receiving attention from 23 overseas institutions [1][2] - A total of 307 companies were researched by institutions, with securities companies leading at 266, followed by fund companies at 220, and overseas institutions at 43 [1] - The average stock price of companies researched by overseas institutions increased by 7.42% over the past 10 days, with the best performer being Henghe Precision, which saw a cumulative increase of 94.43% [1][2] Company Performance - Among the companies that received attention from overseas institutions, four reported mid-term earnings, with Hai Da Group and Su Bo Er showing significant net profit growth [1] - Nine companies issued mid-term earnings forecasts, with four expecting profit increases, two expecting profits, and three expecting losses. Junya Technology had the highest net profit growth forecast at 338.64% year-on-year [1][2] Stock Price Movements - The stock price movements of companies researched by overseas institutions varied, with Henghe Precision and De Fu Technology showing significant increases of 94.43% and 36.25%, respectively [2][3] - Conversely, 15 companies experienced stock price declines, with Hui Cheng Environmental showing the largest drop at 17.47% [1][3]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market shows mixed performance, with the machine tool sector gaining strength due to the growth in the five-axis machine tool market, driven by advancements in aerospace and other fields [1] Industry Summary - The five-axis machine tool market in China is projected to reach a scale of 10.35 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 13.4% and a five-year compound annual growth rate exceeding 10% [1] - The demand for five-axis CNC systems is particularly strong in the aerospace and new energy vehicle sectors, indicating significant growth potential for the domestic five-axis CNC system industry [1] - Domestic high-end five-axis CNC systems have made substantial progress with breakthroughs in application, benefiting from national support and the trend of domestic substitution in the medium to long term [1] Company Summary - The machine tool ETF (159663.SZ) closely tracks the China Machine Tool Index, which includes key sectors of high-end equipment manufacturing, such as laser equipment, machine tools, robots, and industrial control equipment [1] - The machine tool sector is positioned as a core area for the implementation of innovation-driven and industrial upgrading practices, aligning with the new productivity concept [1]

Core Viewpoint - The report from Kaiyuan Securities indicates that the sustained high capital expenditure from overseas AI giants is driving strong demand for high-end AI server PCBs, leading to supply tightness in the market [1] Group 1: Industry Expansion - The PCB industry is entering a period of intensive expansion, with several PCB manufacturers announcing new expansion projects, including notable projects from Huadian Co., Shenzhen South Circuit, and Guanghe Technology [2] - The capital expenditure for PCB manufacturers is expected to increase significantly, with Pengding Holdings guiding a capital expenditure of 5 billion yuan for 2025, a year-on-year increase of 51.5% [2] - The acceleration of expansion and increased capital expenditure reflect the current high prosperity of the industry and indicate sustainable future growth [2] Group 2: Supply Chain Dynamics - Some upstream PCB equipment suppliers are experiencing supply tightness due to the active expansion plans of downstream manufacturers [2] - The rapid growth in global AI computing power demand is accelerating the technological upgrades and capacity expansions of high-layer PCBs and high-end HDI boards [2] - Chip Quik's order delivery schedule has extended to the third quarter of 2025, with its capacity running at full load and optimistic business development prospects [2] Group 3: Technological Upgrades - AI's requirements for PCB performance are driving upgrades in layers, materials, and processes, with AI server PCBs typically having over 20 layers, compared to traditional servers which have 6-16 layers [3] - Advanced manufacturing processes such as back drilling and resin-filled holes are necessary to enhance the reliability and stability of AI server PCBs [3] - The complexity of high-layer HDI board structures is increasing, necessitating upgrades in related equipment, such as the introduction of advanced testing machines and drilling technologies by companies like Dazhu CNC [3] Group 4: Beneficiary Companies - Recommended beneficiaries in the PCB exposure equipment sector include Chip Quik [4] - Dazhu CNC is highlighted as a beneficiary in PCB drilling, exposure, forming, and testing equipment [4] - Dongwei Technology is identified as a beneficiary in PCB electroplating equipment, while Ding Tai Gao Ke is noted for PCB drilling needles [4]