Zhong Guo Neng Yuan Wang·2026-01-23 00:53Core Viewpoint - The report from Zhonghang Securities indicates a strong recovery in the sales of new energy vehicles (NEVs) in nine European countries, projecting sales of 2.885 million units in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 32.6%, with a penetration rate of 29.0%, up by 6.7 percentage points [1][2]. Summary by Sections Overall Market Outlook - In 2025, NEV sales in nine European countries are expected to reach 2.885 million units, representing a 32.6% increase year-on-year, with a penetration rate of 29.0%, up 6.7 percentage points [2]. - The sales of Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) are projected at 1.892 million units, a year-on-year increase of 30.6%, while Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEVs) are expected to reach 992,000 units, up 36.6% year-on-year [2]. Country-Specific Insights - Germany: The BEV sales are projected at 545,000 units, a 43.2% increase year-on-year, and PHEV sales at 311,000 units, up 62.3%. Germany will restart EV subsidies in January 2026, including Chinese brands [2][3]. - United Kingdom: BEV sales are expected to be 473,000 units, a 23.9% increase, and PHEV sales at 225,000 units, up 34.7%. EV subsidies will resume from July 2025 [2][3]. - France: BEV sales are projected at 326,000 units, a 12.1% increase, with December sales reaching 42,000 units, up 37.7%. Subsidies will continue into 2026 with increased standards [3]. - Italy: BEV sales are expected to be 95,000 units, a 44.2% increase, and PHEV sales at 99,000 units, up 89.4%. EV subsidies will be effective from October 22, 2025 [3]. - Spain: BEV sales are projected at 102,000 units, a 77.2% increase, and PHEV sales at 124,000 units, up 111.7%. The MOVES III subsidy plan will drive sales [3]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that the EU's proposal to adjust the 2035 emission reduction targets will not hinder the long-term trend of electrification in Europe. Instead, it will promote sales of small electric vehicles [4]. - Investment recommendations include: - Lithium Batteries: Recommended companies include CATL, Yiwei Lithium Energy, and Xinwangda [4]. - Lithium Materials: Recommended companies include Hunan Youneng and Tianci Materials [4]. - Lithium Battery Structural Components: Recommended companies include Minglida and Minth Group [4]. - Power/Drive Systems: Recommended companies include Weimaisi and Fute Technology [4]. - Automotive Safety Components: Beneficiary companies include Zhongrong Electric and Zhejiang Rongtai [4]. - Charging Stations and Modules: Recommended companies include Youyou Green Energy and Tonghe Technology [4].