TINCI(SZ:002709) Di Yi Cai Jing·2025-07-03 01:27Core Insights - The rapid growth of the new energy vehicle (NEV) market has propelled the lithium battery and related materials industry to a peak, with Chinese companies leveraging technological and scale advantages to capture significant market share in key lithium materials [1][2] - Tianqi Materials has become a leading domestic company in lithium battery key raw materials, achieving a market share of 36.4% in the domestic electrolyte market as of 2023 [2] - The company has experienced over 30 times revenue growth and more than five times net profit growth over the past 15 years, aligning its development with the three critical phases of NEV growth [2] Industry Overview - The lithium battery material sector is undergoing a reshuffle due to intensified competition and rapid technological iterations, with domestic lithium battery industries expected to lead globally in both technological and application innovations [1][6] - The demand for lithium battery materials has surged, leading to a significant increase in production capacity, with China's lithium battery electrolyte capacity reaching 429,000 tons in 2023, a 197.22% increase year-on-year [6] - The price of lithium battery electrolytes has dropped significantly from a peak of 112,000 yuan/ton in 2022 to 22,000 yuan/ton in early 2024, indicating a supply-demand imbalance in the industry [6] Company Developments - Tianqi Materials has successfully developed its own production of lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF6) since 2011, achieving a production capacity of approximately 110,000 tons, which accounts for over 60% of global capacity [5] - The company is focusing on diversifying its business by exploring new technologies such as sodium-ion and solid-state batteries, while also enhancing its production capabilities and resource control [9][10] - Tianqi Materials is actively expanding its market presence in the U.S. and Morocco, aiming to establish a strong foothold in the global new energy market [10] Future Outlook - Despite facing challenges such as a slowdown in growth rates and price fluctuations, the overall direction of industry growth remains positive, with expectations of a new balance in supply and demand within one to two years [7] - The ongoing exploration of new battery technologies and the establishment of a circular industry system are seen as key strategies for Tianqi Materials to maintain its competitive edge [9][10]