Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1][3]. Core Insights - The company achieved a record quarterly revenue of RMB 43.55 billion in Q3 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of 21.1%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 1.55 billion, up 1.1% year-over-year. For the first three quarters of 2024, total revenue reached RMB 122.1 billion, a 32.54% increase year-over-year, with a net profit of RMB 3.063 billion, reflecting a 0.64% growth year-over-year [1]. - The consumer electronics segment is benefiting from increased market share among major clients and a trend towards high-end products. The global smartphone shipment in Q3 2024 was 316 million units, up 4.0% year-over-year, while tablet shipments reached 39.6 million units, up 20.4% year-over-year. The company anticipates improved operational efficiency and profitability from the acquisition of Jabil's production line after automation upgrades [2]. - The new intelligent products segment, including servers and robots, is expected to offset challenges in the residential energy storage market. The company has strategically positioned itself in the server market, developing various products and solutions, while industrial robots are set to launch, providing new growth opportunities [2]. - The automotive business, supported by the parent company BYD, saw a significant increase in Q3 2024 with vehicle shipments reaching 1.135 million units, a 37.8% year-over-year growth. The company expects further enhancement in the value per vehicle due to the growth of smart cockpit, smart driving, and thermal management products, along with the mass production of new smart suspension systems [3]. Financial Summary - The company’s projected revenues for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are RMB 171.0 billion, RMB 189.7 billion, and RMB 203.0 billion, respectively, with net profits expected to be RMB 4.561 billion, RMB 6.302 billion, and RMB 7.254 billion [3][4]. - Key financial metrics for 2023 and projections for 2024-2026 include: - Revenue: RMB 129.957 billion (2023A), RMB 170.974 billion (2024E) - Net Profit: RMB 4.041 billion (2023A), RMB 4.561 billion (2024E) - Gross Margin: 8.0% (2023A), 7.3% (2024E) - Earnings Per Share: RMB 1.79 (2023A), RMB 2.02 (2024E) [3][6][7].
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