Ge Long Hui·2025-12-04 05:29Core Viewpoint - The report from China Merchants Securities International indicates a weakening in wholesale numbers for some domestic car manufacturers in November, with a forecasted year-on-year decline of 8.7% in retail sales of passenger vehicles due to high base effects and reduced subsidies impacting the industry in Q4 [1] Automotive Sector Summary - The overall retail sales of passenger vehicles in November are expected to remain flat month-on-month but show a significant year-on-year decline [1] - China Merchants Securities International suggests that market sentiment is currently very pessimistic, indicating a potential opportunity for forward-looking investments [1] Stock Recommendations - The firm recommends Geely Automobile as the top pick due to high earnings certainty and undervaluation, with a target price of HKD 32 [1] - BYD and Xpeng Motors are also recommended with target prices of HKD 130 and HKD 115 respectively [1] - In the automotive parts sector, Minth Group and Fuyao Glass are recommended with target prices of HKD 42 and HKD 86 respectively [1] - All five stocks are rated as "Buy" [1] Long-term Outlook - The company maintains a positive long-term outlook on the "AI + Automotive" and "AI + Robotics" sectors, highlighting potential catalysts in Q1 of the following year, including the IPO of Yushutech and the release of Tesla's third-generation robot [1] - Recommended stocks in the AI sector include Youbixuan, Horizon Robotics, and Hesai Technology, with target prices of HKD 172, HKD 13.8, and USD 28 respectively, all rated as "Buy" [1] - The report also includes a recommendation for Extreme Wisdom [1]