Core Viewpoint - The company is positioned as a leading manufacturer in the PCB equipment industry, focusing on providing comprehensive solutions for the PCB sector, and is expected to benefit significantly from the surge in AI-related PCB demand, potentially leading to the largest expansion wave in the industry’s history [1][4]. Group 1: Company Overview - The company has over 20 years of experience in the PCB equipment industry and has become the largest manufacturer of PCB-specific equipment globally, covering key processes such as drilling, exposure, forming, inspection, and lamination [1]. - The company is transitioning from a traditional supplier to a collaborative partner with clients, offering innovative solutions to enhance yield and reduce costs [1]. - The company is leveraging opportunities in the AI industry, with high-end equipment like mechanical and laser drilling gradually increasing in volume for applications in AI servers and 800G optical modules [1][2]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The demand for AI PCBs is expected to explode, leading to unprecedented expansion in the PCB industry, driven by significant investments in AI infrastructure [2]. - Upgrades in AI chip specifications and the introduction of new technologies will necessitate improvements in PCB layers, precision, and materials, thereby increasing the requirements for PCB processing equipment [2]. - New equipment such as 3D back drilling, CO2 laser drilling, and high-precision inspection are emerging to meet the stringent demands of the evolving PCB landscape [2]. Group 3: Technological Advancements - The company’s mechanical drilling technology has reached industry-leading levels, while laser drilling is anticipated to make significant advancements [3]. - The company’s 3D back drilling machine features integrated drilling and measurement capabilities, achieving high precision and has been adopted by leading multi-layer board manufacturers [3]. - The company has developed high-power CO2 laser drilling machines to meet the needs for high-quality processing of multi-layer HDI boards, addressing the demand for blind and deep blind hole drilling [3]. Group 4: Financial Outlook - With the anticipated increase in high-end equipment production, the company’s revenue and profitability are expected to reach new heights [4]. - The company forecasts net profits of 684 million, 1.507 billion, and 2.089 billion yuan for the years 2025 to 2027, respectively [4]. - The product iterations are expected to enhance average selling prices (ASP) and profitability, with a favorable valuation outlook and high operational leverage potentially leading to unexpected profit elasticity [4].
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