SMEI(SZ:300456) Hua Xia Shi Bao·2025-11-29 10:31Core Viewpoint - The explosive growth in AI computing power demand has led to a surge in interest in the CPO (Co-Packaged Optics) concept, with significant stock price increases in related companies, particularly Saiwei Electronics, which has seen its stock price rise over 180% this year [2][3][4]. Company Overview - Saiwei Electronics, established in May 2008, is a leading global manufacturer of high-end integrated circuit chip wafers, specializing in MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) [5]. - The company has a strong international presence with multiple pilot and production facilities, covering various application fields including communications, biomedical, industrial automotive, and medical electronics [5]. Financial Performance - For 2024, Saiwei Electronics expects MEMS revenue to account for over 82% of total revenue, while semiconductor equipment will contribute approximately 11% [6]. - The company's revenue figures from 2022 to 2024 are as follows: 2022 - 786 million, 2023 - 1.3 billion, and 2024 - 1.205 billion, with net profits showing significant volatility [6][9]. - In the first three quarters of 2025, revenue decreased by 17.37% to 682 million, but the company managed to turn a profit [9]. Research and Development - Saiwei Electronics has been increasing its R&D expenditures, which were 346 million in 2022, 357 million in 2023, 455 million in 2024, and 295 million in the first three quarters of 2025 [6]. - The company holds 153 patents and 97 software copyrights, with an additional 134 patents pending [6]. Strategic Moves - Recently, Saiwei Electronics announced plans to acquire a stake in the lithography equipment company, Xindonglai, for no more than 60 million, aiming to strengthen its supply chain and reduce operational costs [10]. - This acquisition is seen as a strategic move to enhance the company's position in the semiconductor equipment sector and ensure supply chain security [10].