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康耐特光学(02276.HK):业绩盈喜 产品结构优化

Core Viewpoint - The company expects a significant increase in net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by strong sales growth in high refractive index and functional products, leading to an increase in average selling prices [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company forecasts a net profit of no less than 271 million yuan for H1 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of at least 30% [1] - The revenue growth rates for standard lenses, functional lenses, and customized lenses in 2024 are projected to be 8.8%, 32.4%, and 11.8% respectively, indicating ongoing optimization of the product structure [2] Group 2: Product Development and Innovation - The company is one of the few manufacturers capable of producing 1.74 refractive index resin lenses, with a focus on high refractive and customized products [2] - The company is actively developing an XR (Extended Reality) R&D center and is engaged in collaborations with leading global technology and consumer electronics companies to prepare for potential mass production of AR or AI glasses [3] Group 3: Global Strategy and Supply Chain - The company plans to invest approximately 4 million USD in a new automated resin lens production line in Japan, aimed at enhancing supply chain resilience and production capacity for high-end customized lenses [2] - The establishment of the Japanese production line is expected to mitigate risks associated with US-China trade tensions and improve response times for customers in the Asia-Pacific region [3] - The diversified production base, including facilities in Japan, Jiangsu, and Shanghai, is anticipated to lower overall production costs and enhance the company's ability to navigate geopolitical uncertainties and currency fluctuations [3] Group 4: Earnings Forecast - The company has adjusted its profit forecast, projecting net profits of 560 million, 670 million, and 790 million yuan for 2025-2027, with corresponding P/E ratios of 31X, 26X, and 22X [4]