GAC GROUP(SH:601238) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-10-24 13:01Core Viewpoint - GAC Group reported a significant decline in net profit and sales due to intense competition in the domestic automotive industry and rapid changes in demand structure, leading to a "wartime state" for the company [1][2]. Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, GAC Group's total revenue was 24.318 billion yuan, a quarter-on-quarter increase of 6.98% but a year-on-year decrease of 14.62% - The net loss attributable to shareholders was 1.774 billion yuan, a reduction from the previous quarter but an increase of 377 million yuan compared to the same period last year - For the first three quarters, total revenue reached 66.272 billion yuan, down 10.49% year-on-year, with a net profit of 4.312 billion yuan, a staggering decline of 3691.33% [1]. Market Challenges - GAC Group's cumulative sales from January to September 2025 were 1.1837 million units, a year-on-year decline of 11.34% - All major brands under GAC, including GAC Honda and GAC Aion, experienced varying degrees of sales decline, highlighting issues in the company's transition to new energy vehicles and market competition [1]. Strategic Reforms - GAC has initiated several reforms, including the establishment of an operational headquarters, integrated operations for its own brands, the introduction of an integrated product development process (IPD), and personnel reforms - The product development cycle has been reduced from 30 months to 18-24 months, with a 10% decrease in development costs [2]. External Collaborations - GAC is seeking external partnerships, notably with Huawei to create a new brand "Qijing," which will feature Huawei's intelligent solutions and is set to launch its first model in mid-2026 - Additionally, GAC plans to collaborate with JD.com and CATL to launch the "National Good Car" Aion UTsuper during this year's Double Eleven shopping festival, featuring advanced battery technology [2]. Competitive Strategy - GAC is focusing on three key battles: user demand, product value, and service experience, adopting a "wartime rhythm" to ensure timely reforms and innovations - The company emphasizes the necessity of high-density operations to maintain continuous reform and innovation [3].