Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-02-12 02:45Core Viewpoint - Weichai Power (000338)(02338) has seen its stock price rise over 4%, reaching a historical high of 30.98 HKD, driven by increasing demand for power supply solutions in the AI data center sector [1] Group 1: Company Performance - Weichai Power's stock increased by 4.73%, with a trading volume of 2.78 billion HKD [1] - The company is transitioning from primarily manufacturing heavy-duty truck powertrains to becoming a comprehensive supplier of AIDC power generation equipment [1] Group 2: Industry Context - Morgan Stanley has raised the projected cumulative power gap for U.S. data centers from 44 GW to 47 GW, equivalent to the total electricity consumption of 9 Miami or 15 Philadelphia [1] - The shortage of electricity supply is a critical bottleneck for the expansion of AI computing power, prompting tech giants to seek new solutions, including building their own power facilities [1] - Weichai Power's various AIDC power generation equipment businesses, such as reciprocating gas generator sets and SOFC, are expected to experience significant growth due to the rapid increase in global AIDC investments and the deepening electricity shortage in the U.S. [1]