Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-17 04:06Core Viewpoint - Weichai Power (000338) shares have seen a significant increase, driven by the rising demand for large-bore engines due to the expansion of AI infrastructure and data centers [1] Industry Summary - Major global cloud computing companies are intensifying investments in AI infrastructure, leading to a substantial increase in the number of operational, under-construction, and planned intelligent computing centers [1] - According to CICC, the market size for large-bore engines used in data centers in China is expected to approach 10 billion yuan by 2025, while the global market for this segment is projected to reach 41.1 billion yuan by 2026 [1] - The AIDC (Artificial Intelligence Data Center) has higher power supply requirements, resulting in an increase in both the power and price of individual engines, indicating a simultaneous rise in volume and price [1] Company Summary - Changjiang Securities has a positive outlook on Weichai Power's large-bore engine and data center prospects, reporting that the company shipped approximately 5,000 large-bore engines in the first half of the year, a year-on-year increase of 41%, with 600 units specifically for AIDC, marking a year-on-year increase of 491% [1] - According to Jefferies, the average selling price of Weichai Power's large-bore engines exceeded 500,000 yuan in the first three quarters, up from approximately 400,000 yuan in 2024, primarily driven by data center products [1]