ZTBH(SZ:000957) Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2025-08-26 13:48Core Viewpoint - Zhongtong Bus reported significant growth in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, driven by favorable market conditions and strategic product transformations [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the first half of 2025 reached 3.941 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 43.02% [1]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 190 million yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 71.61% [1]. Industry Trends - The overall market size of the bus industry is experiencing growth, particularly in the domestic market, supported by the continuation and enhancement of subsidies for new energy buses and battery updates [1]. - The tourism bus market has entered an adjustment phase after previous growth, with demand shifting towards high-end, customized, and smaller vehicles [1]. - In the overseas market, the demand for buses is increasing due to economic development and public transportation needs, with Chinese bus products becoming more competitive, leading to sustained export growth [1]. Sales and Market Strategy - Zhongtong Bus sold 5,839 buses during the reporting period, marking a year-on-year increase of 2.38% despite pressures in the domestic tourism bus market [1]. - The company is actively promoting product structure transformation and enhancing product performance and after-sales service, achieving growth against market trends [1]. Research and Development - The company invested 125 million yuan in R&D, focusing on new energy, intelligence, connectivity, safety, reliability, economy, and comfort in bus technology [2]. - Notable advancements include the launch of tour buses equipped with AMT automatic transmission, which improved driving comfort and received high customer recognition [2]. - The company is advancing its intelligent driving initiatives, with a 12-meter intelligent driving bus operating regularly in Jinan [2]. Market Expansion - Zhongtong Bus is optimizing its market structure and leveraging resources from Shandong Heavy Industry Group to respond to the "Belt and Road" initiative, achieving breakthroughs in new energy bus exports [2]. - Overseas revenue reached 2.757 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 49.94%, accounting for 69.96% of total revenue [2].