Core Viewpoint - The report from China Merchants Securities International initiates coverage on Great Wall Technology (02543) with a target price of HKD 56 and a rating of "Buy," forecasting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 50% in sales from 2024 to 2027, driven by new product launches and improved profit margins [1] Group 1: Sales and Profitability - The company is expected to see a CAGR of 50% in sales from 2024 to 2027, with gross margins improving by approximately 100 basis points each year [1] - The introduction of new products, including three-fold and electric assist models, is anticipated to drive an increase in average selling price (ASP) [1] - The shift to online channels is projected to increase its share to about 35% by 2026, with a gross margin of around 50%, significantly higher than the 27-28% margin from offline sales [1] Group 2: Revenue Growth and Market Expansion - Revenue growth is expected to accelerate in the second half of 2025, with a projected 50% increase in the third quarter and over 85% year-on-year growth in October [1] - The overseas business aims for revenue of RMB 150 million by 2026 and RMB 300 million by 2027, with favorable regional structures enhancing profit margins due to higher penetration rates in the European and American markets (20-30%) compared to China (less than 5%) [1] Group 3: Catalysts for Growth - Four major catalysts are expected to be released in 2026: 1) The high-end product line has been officially established, with three-fold models priced between RMB 5,000 and 7,000, set to launch in Q4 2025 [1] 2) Self-manufacturing is projected to enhance gross margins by 200-300 basis points [1] 3) The online transformation is expected to maintain over 50% growth, with gross margins around 50%, while offline remains at 27-28% [1] 4) Further expansion into international markets is planned [1]
招商证券国际:首予大行科工“增持”评级 目标价56港元