SAIC MOTOR(SH:600104) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-10-22 03:54Core Insights - Shanghai's economy shows resilience with industrial value-added growth of 5.2% and industrial output growth of 5.7% in the first three quarters of the year, supported significantly by the automotive sector [1] - SAIC Motor Corporation has demonstrated a strong recovery, with a 20.5% year-on-year increase in vehicle sales, reclaiming the title of China's automotive sales champion in September after 18 months [1][2] Automotive Industry Performance - The automotive manufacturing output in Shanghai increased by 11.8% year-on-year, reaching 522.35 billion yuan [1] - SAIC's self-owned brand sales surged by 50.4% in September, contributing to a total of 2.044 million units sold in the first nine months, which is a 29.2% increase [2] - The "One Price" sales strategy adopted by SAIC General has streamlined pricing and reduced competitive pressure among dealers, enhancing profitability [3][4] New Energy Transition - The introduction of the new IM LS6 range extender model marks SAIC's entry into the range extender market, achieving over 10,000 pre-orders within half an hour of launch [3] - SAIC General's Buick brand has launched the new range extender model, which features advanced technology and has received over 12,000 pre-orders within ten days [5] - The "old-for-new" policy in Shanghai has stimulated demand for new vehicles, particularly in the 100,000 yuan price segment, benefiting companies like SAIC-GM-Wuling [5] Industry Collaboration and Upgrades - Shanghai's automotive industry is undergoing a transformation, creating a complete industrial system that integrates vehicle manufacturing, parts supply, research, design, and sales [6] - This collaborative effort has strengthened the overall competitiveness of Shanghai's automotive sector and has positively impacted related industries such as steel, electronics, and logistics [6]