NARADA(SZ:300068) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-08-18 10:49Core Viewpoint - Nandu Power (300068.SZ) is experiencing a transitional pain period following its transformation, with significant revenue decline and net losses reported in the first half of 2025 [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of 3.923 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 31.67%, and a net loss of 232 million, compared to a profit of 185 million in the same period last year [2]. - In the second quarter, Nandu Power achieved a revenue of 2.78 billion, a slight increase of 0.9% year-on-year, and a profit of approximately 34 million, indicating a turnaround from previous losses [3]. Business Segments - The decline in revenue is attributed to a proactive reduction in lead recycling production, with the recycling segment's revenue dropping by 72.33% to 759 million, and a negative gross margin of -11.02% [6][7]. - The company has diversified its operations into three main segments: new energy storage, communication and data center storage, and residential storage, focusing primarily on lithium batteries [5]. Market Strategy - Nandu Power is expanding its strategic partnerships with major domestic and international energy developers and equipment integrators, securing high-margin orders [4]. - The company is also focusing on the data center market, with revenue from this segment reaching 1.89 billion, a year-on-year increase of 34.09%, although the gross margin for this segment has decreased by 10.21% [9][10]. Competitive Landscape - The domestic energy storage market is facing intense competition, leading to price wars and declining profit margins. The gross margin for domestic battery products was reported at 12.83%, down 11.41% year-on-year, while the overseas market showed a gross margin of 28.92% [12]. - Nandu Power is actively pursuing international markets, with ongoing projects in regions such as Australia, Europe, and North America, and is developing new markets in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East [12]. Industry Trends - The company is adjusting its battery recycling business in response to the growing trend of lithium batteries replacing lead-acid batteries, leading to a strategic shift away from expanding lead-related production capacity [8]. - A recent initiative by the China Chemical and Physical Power Industry Association aims to combat irrational pricing behaviors in the energy storage sector, with 149 companies, including Nandu Power, participating in this "anti-involution" movement [12].