Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the company [2]. Core Insights - The company, Leoch International, plans to spin off its subsidiary Leoch Energy Inc. and pursue an independent listing in the United States, which is expected to enhance its internationalization strategy [5][9]. - Leoch International is the largest exporter of lead-acid batteries in China, with a significant global operational presence, covering over 100 countries and regions [6]. - The company has diversified its product development, focusing on lithium and lead-carbon batteries, with expectations that lithium products will account for 50% of its revenue in the next five years [7]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Leoch International operates in the energy storage equipment industry, with a current stock price of HKD 1.90 and a market capitalization of HKD 26.28 billion [4]. Business Strategy - The spin-off and listing will allow Leoch International to concentrate on domestic market growth while Leoch Energy Inc. will handle overseas expansion, particularly in North America [5][9]. - The company has established a balanced revenue distribution between domestic (57.9%) and overseas markets (42.1%), indicating strong competitiveness in both areas [6]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2024, Leoch International reported total revenue of RMB 7.54 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 25.6% [6]. Product Development - The company is expanding its product lines beyond lead-acid batteries, with ongoing research and production of lithium and lead-carbon batteries [7]. - The company has successfully entered the Japanese automotive market through acquisitions, enhancing its overseas business prospects [9].
理士国际：计划分拆海外业务并赴美上市，利于国际化战略-20250218