“非洲手机之王”居然卖起电动车？业绩承压下传音觅新机

Core Viewpoint - Transsion Holdings, known as the "King of Mobile Phones in Africa," has submitted an IPO application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, seeking to raise funds amid declining performance in its mobile business and to explore new market opportunities [1][2]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, the company's mobile business revenue is projected to decline by 18.4%, from 31.979 billion yuan in the first half of 2024 to 26.093 billion yuan [1]. - Revenue increased from 46.596 billion yuan in 2022 to 68.715 billion yuan in 2024, with a first-half revenue of 29.077 billion yuan in 2025 and a gross profit of 5.533 billion yuan, resulting in a gross margin decrease from 20.9% in 2024 to 19.0% [1]. Market Position and Strategy - Transsion has successfully penetrated the African market, holding over 40% market share in the smartphone segment, while remaining relatively unknown in the domestic market [4][6]. - The company has developed localized products tailored to the unique needs of African consumers, such as dual SIM capabilities and specialized camera algorithms for low-light conditions [5][6]. - Transsion's brands, TECNO, itel, and Infinix, have achieved a global market share of 14% in 2024, ranking third worldwide [6]. Competitive Landscape - The competitive environment in Africa is intensifying, with brands like Xiaomi and OPPO increasing their market presence, leading to a decline in Transsion's sales [9]. - In the first quarter of 2025, Transsion's shipment volume decreased while Xiaomi's increased by 32%, indicating a shift in market dynamics [9]. Challenges and Future Outlook - Transsion's financial results show a decline in net profit by 44.97% year-on-year for the first three quarters of 2025, despite a revenue increase of 22.60% in the third quarter [8][10]. - The company is facing challenges from rising competition, patent lawsuits, and supply chain cost pressures, which are squeezing its already low profit margins [9][10]. - To address these challenges, Transsion is diversifying its business into energy storage and electric vehicles, aiming to create a broader ecosystem beyond mobile phones [10]. IPO and Strategic Goals - The IPO in Hong Kong is seen as a strategic move to expand into Southeast Asia and other markets, providing a platform for capital operations [11]. - Despite the ambitious plans for diversification and AI integration, the mobile business still accounts for over 90% of revenue, indicating a need for successful execution of new strategies to ensure long-term growth [11].