Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile's listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange marks a significant milestone in China's automotive industry, transitioning from a "big automotive country" to a "strong automotive country" and leading the global smart mobility transformation [1][10]. Group 1: Company Overview - Chery Automobile, founded in 1997 in Wuhu, Anhui, has evolved from relying on foreign technology to establishing a strong foundation in independent research and development and global expansion [2]. - The company has built a global sales network covering over 100 countries and regions, with cumulative global sales exceeding 13 million vehicles [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Chery's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 reached 92.618 billion, 163.205 billion, and 269.897 billion RMB respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 70.7% [4]. - The net profit for the same years was 5.806 billion, 10.444 billion, and 14.334 billion RMB, with a CAGR of 57.1% [4]. Group 3: Globalization and Market Position - Chery has become the only company among the top twenty global passenger car manufacturers to achieve over 25% year-on-year growth in sales across electric vehicles, fuel vehicles, domestic, and overseas markets in 2024 [3]. - The company has transitioned from "product export" to "localized operations," establishing production facilities in Brazil and collaborating with EVMOTORS in Spain to enhance market responsiveness [3]. Group 4: Research and Development - Chery's R&D expenditure increased from 3.646 billion RMB in 2022 to 9.243 billion RMB in 2024, with a CAGR of 59.2% [6]. - The company has developed four core technology systems to support its global operations, including Kunpeng Power and Mars Architecture, and has over 14,000 R&D personnel [6]. Group 5: Product Strategy and Market Segmentation - Chery's product matrix includes five brands: Chery, Jetour, Exeed, iCAR, and Zhijie, catering to various market segments from mass-market to luxury [6][8]. - The Chery brand, with models like the Tiggo 8, leads in sales among Chinese brands in the global fuel vehicle market, while the Exeed brand ranks first in exports among high-end Chinese brands [8]. Group 6: Future Outlook - Chery plans to enhance its autonomous driving technology and smart cockpit systems, aiming to transition from a traditional automotive manufacturer to a provider of smart mobility solutions [9][10]. - The listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is expected to facilitate Chery's access to global capital, driving innovation and collaboration within the Chinese automotive supply chain [10].
奇瑞汽车：以“资本全球化”为桥，引领全球智能出行生态变革