Midea Group(000333) 中国质量新闻网·2025-04-01 06:35Core Insights - Midea Group's revenue for 2024 has surpassed 400 billion yuan for the first time, demonstrating robust growth despite challenging macroeconomic conditions [1] - The company achieved double-digit growth in net profit, with smart home products maintaining steady expansion and strong growth potential in new energy and industrial technology sectors [1] R&D and Innovation - Midea Group has significantly increased its R&D investment, with a cumulative investment exceeding 100 billion yuan over the past decade and over 43 billion yuan in the last three years, including more than 16 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of over 10% [1] - The company has received 1 national science and technology award, 30 provincial and ministerial awards, and 67 international leading/advanced achievement recognitions in 2024 [1] Standardization and Patents - To support its "technology leadership" strategy, Midea Group has implemented a "3+1" standardization strategy, participating in the formulation or revision of 230 technical standards in 2024 [2] - The company has also increased its global patent portfolio, with over 11,000 new global patents granted in 2024, including more than 5,000 invention patents [2] Market Performance - Midea's self-owned brands have achieved market breakthroughs in various countries and appliance categories, with leading market shares in air conditioning in Brazil and Egypt, and refrigerators in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and Chile [2] - In the domestic market, Midea's products lead in market share across nine categories, including air conditioners, dryers, and electric kettles [2] Future Development - Midea Group plans to continue exploring high-quality development in new energy and industrial technology, focusing on core components and green energy R&D, while also expanding into health care and smart logistics [3]