CATL(SZ:300750) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-09-16 02:15Group 1 - The battery sector remains active, with the battery ETF (561910) experiencing a net inflow of over 2.77 billion since September 15, reaching a new historical high of approximately 4.1 billion [1] - Two significant events have shaken the global lithium battery and automotive industries, highlighting fundamental changes in value distribution and accelerated technological iteration [3] - Contemporary investment value is centered around two main themes: focusing on leading battery manufacturers like CATL, which have established absolute advantages, and closely monitoring advancements in solid-state batteries and related technologies [4] Group 2 - CATL's net profit for the first half of 2025 reached 30.485 billion, surpassing the combined profits of 19 domestic listed automakers, showcasing its strong control over the industry's profit core [3] - The automotive industry faces challenges, with many manufacturers struggling with losses due to intense price wars, high R&D costs, and raw material pressures, indicating a trend of "working for battery manufacturers" [3] - Mercedes-Benz's announcement of a test vehicle equipped with Factorial Energy's solid-state battery achieving a remarkable range of 1342 kilometers signifies a potential shift in the industry landscape towards solid-state technology [3]