Tianfeng Securities·2025-03-20 00:12Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the marine economy industry and for Manbang Group (YMM) [1][2][22]. Core Insights - The marine economy is driving economic acceleration, with deep-sea technology injecting new quality into the sector. The national marine production value is expected to exceed 10 trillion yuan in 2024, accounting for 7.8% of GDP, with a contribution of 11.5% to GDP growth [1][24]. - Manbang Group is a leading cross-city digital freight platform in China, with an estimated GTV of 330 billion yuan in 2023, capturing nearly 50% of the market share. The company is expected to see significant profit growth due to the rise of new energy heavy trucks and smart driving [2][41]. Summary by Sections Marine Economy - The marine economy is a crucial driver of economic growth, with significant potential for expansion. The government has highlighted "deep-sea technology" in its reports, indicating a focus on this area for future development [1][24]. - Investment opportunities in the marine economy include offshore wind power, marine oil and gas equipment, port shipping, seawater desalination, and marine aquaculture [1][26]. Manbang Group - Manbang Group's GTV in cross-city digital freight is projected to be around 300 billion yuan in 2023, with a fulfillment order volume of 159 million and active shippers and drivers at 2.24 million and 3.9 million, respectively [2][41]. - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 30.7 billion, 44.3 billion, and 63.3 billion yuan from 2024 to 2026, with a growth rate of approximately 40% [2][41]. The target PE ratio is set at 30 times, corresponding to a target price of $17.52 [2][22].