Espressif Systems(SH:688018) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-10-31 08:56Core Viewpoint - 乐鑫科技 is a leading company in the IoT Wi-Fi MCU chip sector, showcasing strong financial performance and growth potential in the semiconductor industry [1][2]. Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, 乐鑫科技 achieved a revenue of 1.912 billion yuan, ranking 20th among 48 companies in the industry, while the industry leader, 豪威集团, reported a revenue of 21.783 billion yuan [2]. - The net profit for the same period was 380 million yuan, placing 乐鑫科技 12th in the industry, with the top performer, 豪威集团, earning a net profit of 3.199 billion yuan [2]. Profitability and Debt Management - 乐鑫科技's debt-to-asset ratio stood at 12.74% in Q3 2025, lower than the previous year's 17.00% and the industry average of 24.46%, indicating strong debt management capabilities [3]. - The gross profit margin for the company was 46.17%, an increase from 42.81% year-on-year and above the industry average of 36.52%, reflecting robust profitability [3]. Shareholder Information - As of September 30, 2025, the number of A-share shareholders increased by 25.14% to 20,100, while the average number of circulating A-shares held per shareholder decreased by 20.09% to 7,777.58 [5]. - The top ten circulating shareholders included 香港中央结算有限公司 and 嘉实上证科创板芯片ETF, with notable changes in their holdings [5]. Executive Compensation - The chairman, TEO SWEE ANN, received a salary of 2.1988 million yuan in 2024, an increase of 271,600 yuan from the previous year [4]. Market Outlook - Analysts project significant growth in net profit for 乐鑫科技, estimating figures of 539 million yuan, 717 million yuan, and 939 million yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 54, 41, and 31 [5][6]. - The company is expected to maintain a strong position in the smart home sector, with non-smart home areas showing even higher growth rates [6].