2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2026-02-12 02:52Core Viewpoint - The semiconductor industry is experiencing a significant shift towards localization, with companies like SMIC benefiting from increased domestic demand and restructuring effects throughout the year [1][3]. Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, SMIC reported revenue of 17.813 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 11.9%, and a net profit of 1.223 billion yuan, up 23.2%. The gross margin was 19.2%, down 2.8 percentage points from Q3 [1]. - For the full year 2025, SMIC achieved a record revenue of 67.323 billion yuan, a 16.5% increase year-on-year, with a net profit of 5.041 billion yuan, up 36.3%. The gross margin improved to 21.0% due to increased wafer sales and higher capacity utilization [1]. Capacity Utilization - In Q4 2025, SMIC's capacity utilization reached 95.7%, significantly higher than 85.5% in the same period of 2024. The revenue breakdown showed that consumer electronics accounted for 47.3% of total revenue, while smartphone and computer/tablet products contributed 21.5% and 11.8%, respectively [2]. - The company achieved a monthly capacity of 1.059 million 8-inch equivalent wafers by the end of 2025, with an average capacity utilization rate of 93.5%, an increase of 8 percentage points year-on-year [3]. Strategic Planning - SMIC's capacity expansion is a long-term strategy, with a focus on stable growth and long-term supply agreements. The company is facing uncertainties due to rapid demand changes and competitive expansion from other manufacturers [4]. - The company plans to maintain a portion of excess capacity to quickly respond to sudden demand surges, which is crucial for retaining long-term clients [4]. Capital Expenditure and Depreciation - SMIC's capital expenditures for the past two years were approximately 7.3 billion and 8.1 billion USD, respectively. The company anticipates that the depreciation from these investments will increase significantly, but it aims to manage this through market share stability and cost control [5]. Market Dynamics - The semiconductor industry is facing challenges from a storage cycle, with AI driving strong demand for storage chips, impacting supply for other applications. The company expects a reversal in the tight supply situation for consumer electronics by Q3 2026 [6][7]. - SMIC is advising clients to prepare for potential demand increases in Q3 rather than reducing production in response to short-term fluctuations [7]. Pricing Strategy - SMIC's pricing adjustments are aligned with market supply and demand changes. The company has noted that prices for certain products, particularly in storage, have stabilized or increased due to supply constraints and improved product quality [8].