LI AUTO(HK:02015) Xi Niu Cai Jing·2025-06-10 06:59Core Viewpoint - Suzhou Huichuan United Power System Co., Ltd. (referred to as "United Power") is experiencing rapid growth in the capital market, driven by its association with major clients like Li Auto and Xiaomi, despite showing signs of financial weaknesses as it prepares for its IPO [2][6]. Company Overview - United Power was established in 2016, spun off from the industrial control leader Huichuan Technology, and focuses on the development, production, and sales of electric motors, electronic controls, power supplies, and powertrains for electric vehicles [6]. - The company reported revenues of 50.27 billion, 93.65 billion, and 161.78 billion yuan for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024, respectively, with an average annual growth rate of nearly 80% [6]. Financial Performance - In 2023, United Power achieved a net profit of 1.86 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 203.19%, and is projected to reach 9.36 billion yuan in net profit for 2024, representing a growth of 403.55% [6]. - The company's revenue heavily relies on its top five clients, which accounted for 71.73%, 76.03%, and 67.81% of total revenue during the reporting period [6]. Client Dependency - Li Auto contributed nearly 50% of the revenue from the top five clients, while Xiaomi accounted for 7.94% [6]. - As of 2024, United Power's accounts receivable balance was 56.84 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 57.83%, which is lower than the revenue growth rate for the same period [6]. Cash Flow Concerns - The high accounts receivable levels indicate potential collection risks, as seen in the case of former key client WM Motor, which faced bankruptcy and left United Power with 215 million yuan in bad debt [10]. - Prior to its IPO application, United Power's operating cash flow was negative until it turned positive just before the filing [11]. Sales Trends - Sales data for Li Auto and Xiaomi in the first five months of 2025 showed a decline, raising concerns about the impact on United Power's cash flow and overall performance [11]. - In the first quarter of 2025, United Power's revenue and net profit growth rates were 49.81% and 91.04%, respectively, both significantly lower than the previous year's figures [11].