SUPCON Technology (688777) 山西证券·2024-10-31 06:05Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Buy-A" for the company [5]. Core Views - The company has experienced short-term revenue growth pressure but continues to make significant breakthroughs in overseas markets. The strategic adjustments, including the divestment of low-value-added businesses, are expected to lead to a recovery in revenue growth in the future [2][3]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - As of October 30, 2024, the company's closing price is 47.75 yuan, with a year-to-date high of 60.36 yuan and a low of 34.00 yuan. The circulating A-shares amount to 7.79 billion, with a market capitalization of 371.81 billion yuan [1]. Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2024, the company reported revenue of 63.37 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 11.58%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 7.17 billion yuan, up 3.36% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 6.55 billion yuan, reflecting a 15.09% increase [2]. - In Q3 2024, the company achieved revenue of 20.85 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 2.30%. The net profit for the quarter was 2.00 billion yuan, up 9.52%, and the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 1.83 billion yuan, a 25.81% increase [2]. Strategic Developments - The company is rapidly expanding into new business areas such as robotics, hydrogen production, smart laboratories, and smart mining. Collaborations with major clients like Saudi Aramco have led to significant orders, indicating strong growth potential in these sectors [4]. - The company has also made strides in overseas markets, securing a million-dollar order with Saudi Aramco and winning a project in Malaysia, marking its first successful deployment of robotic equipment in Southeast Asia [4]. Earnings Forecast - The earnings per share (EPS) forecasts for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are projected at 1.48, 1.76, and 2.07 yuan, respectively. The corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios are expected to be 32.22, 27.14, and 23.05 based on the closing price of 47.75 yuan on October 30, 2024 [5].