2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-09-10 11:53Core Viewpoint - The domestic power battery industry is experiencing a significant recovery, driven by the increasing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage, despite previous concerns about overcapacity [2][3]. Group 1: Market Performance - The top ten domestic power battery companies in terms of installed capacity in the first half of the year are led by CATL with 128.6 GWh, accounting for 43.05% of the market share, followed by BYD with 70.37 GWh (23.55%) [1]. - The total power battery sales in China reached 485.5 GWh in the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year growth of 51.6% [3]. - CATL and BYD together hold 66% of the market share, maintaining a strong duopoly in the industry [3]. Group 2: Company Developments - CATL achieved a net profit of 30.485 billion yuan in the first half of the year, a 33.33% increase year-on-year, with a gross margin of 22.41% [3]. - BYD's market share for power batteries is 23.55%, with a focus on its own vehicles and the introduction of the second-generation blade battery technology [3][4]. - Guoxuan High-Tech plans to invest in new production bases in Nanjing and Wuhu, totaling no more than 4 billion yuan, aiming to increase its market share [4]. Group 3: Industry Trends - The competition among battery manufacturers is intensifying, with a notable shift towards technology upgrades rather than mere capacity expansion [4][5]. - The rise of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries is significant, with their market share reaching 81.4% and a year-on-year growth of 73% [6]. - Solid-state batteries are seen as a key future technology, with many companies announcing timelines for mass production, although significant challenges remain [6][7]. Group 4: International Expansion - Domestic battery manufacturers are increasingly focusing on overseas markets, with exports reaching 81.6 GWh in the first half of the year, a 26.5% increase year-on-year [8]. - CATL is expanding its international presence with factories in Hungary and Spain, enhancing its local supply capabilities [8][9]. - The competition in the international market is intensifying, with companies needing strong capital support to adapt to local production requirements and regulations [9].