Core Viewpoint - Longtu Photomask, a leading player in the semiconductor photomask sector, successfully listed on the STAR Market, with its closing price on the first day rising by 121.6% from the issue price, marking it as a notable company in the semiconductor supply chain [1]. Company Performance - In 2024, Longtu Photomask achieved a revenue of 247 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.92%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 91.83 million yuan, up 9.84%, indicating stable performance [6]. - The company has maintained a high level of R&D investment, with R&D expenses reaching 23.05 million yuan in 2024, a 14.25% increase year-on-year, and accounting for 10.40% of revenue [6]. - Longtu Photomask has established long-term stable partnerships with key clients such as SMIC, Silan Microelectronics, and BYD Semiconductor, enhancing its competitive edge through rich project experience and industry know-how [6]. Technological Advancements - Longtu Photomask has developed a comprehensive technical system covering CAM, lithography, and inspection, with 14 core process technologies, including industry-leading OPC compensation and PSM phase-shifting mask technologies [4]. - The company has made significant progress in its third-generation PSM products, with successful transitions from R&D to mass production for 90nm products and ongoing sample testing for 65nm products [8]. Market Outlook - The global semiconductor photomask market is projected to reach $6 billion by 2025, with China's market expected to approach 5 billion yuan, indicating a growing demand for photomasks [9]. - The shift of semiconductor chip production capacity to mainland China is becoming inevitable, with 15 out of 60 new 300mm wafer fabs being established in the region from 2020 to 2024, further driving the local semiconductor materials supply chain [9]. Industry Context - Currently, the domestic production rate of semiconductor photomasks in China is around 10%, with high-end photomasks at only 3%, highlighting the critical need for domestic production to address supply chain vulnerabilities [10]. - Government policies are increasingly supporting the semiconductor industry, with investments directed towards key materials like photomasks, which are essential for ensuring supply chain security [10]. - Longtu Photomask is positioned to benefit significantly from the domestic substitution trend, leveraging its technological and production capacity advantages to capture growth opportunities in the market [11].
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