Sinotruk Jinan Truck (SZ:000951) Jing Ji Guan Cha Wang·2025-10-31 13:30Core Viewpoint - China National Heavy Duty Truck Group (China National Heavy Truck) reported strong financial performance in Q3 2025, with significant year-on-year growth in revenue and profit, driven by strategic positioning in the industry and advancements in new energy and intelligent upgrades [1][2]. Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 40.49 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.6%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.05 billion yuan, up 12.5% [1]. - In Q3 alone, revenue, net profit, and non-recurring net profit grew by 56.0%, 21.0%, and 30.9% year-on-year, respectively, with sequential growth of 8.1%, 6.5%, and 7.1% compared to Q2 [1]. Industry Context - The heavy truck industry in China saw a total sales volume of 822,800 units in the first three quarters of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 20.49%, indicating a recovery in the market [2]. - The "old-for-new" policy and industry upgrades provided dual support for the heavy truck sector, which traditionally experiences a seasonal downturn in Q3 [1][2]. Product Development and Market Position - China National Heavy Truck launched the new generation Huanghe H7 high-end heavy truck in Q3, receiving strong market recognition [2]. - The company reported a robust order backlog and maintained a leading market share in the heavy truck sector [2]. New Energy Initiatives - The company is focusing on new energy heavy trucks, leveraging its strong R&D capabilities to overcome technical challenges and expand its product lineup, including the Howo TS7 range-extended heavy truck [2]. - The trend towards electrification in mid-to-short distance transportation is expected to grow as policy incentives and technological advancements continue [2]. Export Performance - The export business remains a stronghold for China National Heavy Truck, with a cumulative export volume of 111,000 heavy trucks in the first three quarters of 2025, including a record monthly export of 15,000 units in September [3]. - The company has successfully expanded its export markets to regions such as Africa, Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East [3]. Market Outlook - Analysts express optimism regarding the growth potential of the heavy truck industry, anticipating continued strong sales driven by the "old-for-new" policy and seasonal demand peaks [3]. - The industry's growth is expected to be supported by the recovery of domestic heavy truck market conditions and ongoing export growth [3].