Hangcha (SH:603298) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-10-21 12:34Core Viewpoint - Hangcha Group, a leading forklift manufacturer in China, ranks 8th globally among forklift companies according to the 2025 MMH Modern Material Handling Magazine based on revenue, with a focus on the full industrial chain operation of industrial vehicles and related products [1] Industry Overview - In the past two years, China's electric forklift sales have grown at a rate exceeding 18%, driven by the structural demand for lithium battery forklifts to replace lead-acid forklifts [2] - From 2020 to 2023, global forklift sales have a CAGR of 10.54%, while China's forklift sales are expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.58% from 2020 to 2024, maintaining its position as the world's largest forklift producer and consumer [2] Company Innovations - The company has pioneered several new energy products in the industry, establishing the most comprehensive new energy forklift product system, including high-pressure lithium battery forklifts and hydrogen fuel cell forklifts [3] - The sales of unmanned forklifts are rapidly increasing, with a global sales volume of 30,700 units in 2023, of which 19,500 units are from China, accounting for 63.5% of global sales [3] Market Position - Hangcha's AGV sales have maintained the top position in the domestic market for five consecutive years, with significant growth in the smart logistics business, achieving over 40% year-on-year growth as of August 2025 [4] - The company plans to acquire a 99.23% stake in Zhejiang Guozi Robot, which will enhance the iteration speed of its intelligent logistics equipment [4] Future Directions - The company anticipates launching its first humanoid robot in October 2025, targeting the industrial scene to address end-handling issues, which aligns with the growing demand for flexible and intelligent logistics systems [5] - The market for logistics system flexibility and intelligence is expected to grow at an annual rate of 25%, presenting an opportunity for industry transformation [5] Financial Projections - The company is projected to benefit from the electrification and internationalization trends in the traditional forklift industry, with expected revenues of 18.11 billion, 19.90 billion, and 21.86 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, alongside net profits of 2.26 billion, 2.56 billion, and 3.08 billion yuan [6][7]