Xin Jing Bao·2025-09-03 06:09Core Viewpoint - Tianqi Lithium is undergoing a challenging adjustment with declining revenue but turning a profit, as it shifts its strategy towards solid-state batteries and aims to transform from a "resource supplier" to a "new materials solution provider" [1][3]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Tianqi Lithium reported a 24.71% decline in revenue, while net profit turned positive at 84.41 million yuan, although the adjusted net profit was only 1.32 million yuan [2]. - The decline in revenue is attributed to fluctuations in lithium product market prices, with battery-grade lithium carbonate prices hovering between 70,000 to 80,000 yuan per ton, down over 80% from the peak in 2022 [2]. Strategic Transition - Under the leadership of Jiang Anqi, who took over as chairman in April 2024, the company is focusing on supporting the development of advanced battery systems, including solid-state and semi-solid-state batteries [3]. - Jiang Anqi emphasized the need for the company to continuously launch new materials that meet market demands and have commercial potential, aiming to solidify its leading position in the new energy materials sector [3]. Industry Context - The lithium industry is currently experiencing a "de-involution" phase, with calls from the China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association to prevent vicious competition and promote healthy development [4]. - The government has implemented policies to address low-price disorder in the lithium industry, which is expected to benefit leading companies like Tianqi Lithium by optimizing market conditions and eliminating inefficient production capacity [4]. Challenges Ahead - The key challenge for Tianqi Lithium lies in leveraging the industry's "de-involution" and policy support to capitalize on stabilizing lithium prices, while effectively transforming its resource advantages into product competitiveness and profitability [5].