2025-04-17 03:21Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" (OW) rating on Fuyao Glass and Minth, while downgrading Nexteer to "Neutral" due to its high exposure to the North American market [2][6]. Core Insights - The earnings estimates for the China auto parts industry have been revised down by 10-30% for 2025, reflecting the impact of increased tariffs and potential declines in North American auto production [2][5]. - The total tariff on auto parts imported from China to the US is projected to reach 73.4% effective May 3, 2025, which will significantly affect the cost structure for suppliers [5][14]. - The report anticipates a 6% increase in auto selling prices and a 6% decline in unit volume in North America over the next 12 months due to the tariff imposition [5][23]. Summary by Sections Earnings Revisions - Fuyao Glass's 2025E revenue is cut by 1% and earnings by 8% due to reduced VAT tax rebates and increased tariffs [27][28]. - Nexteer's earnings for 2025/26 are reduced by 30-33% due to a slowdown in North American sales [30]. - Minth's earnings are cut by 12% for 2025/26, reflecting the impact of the North American market slowdown and tariff hikes [31]. - Ningbo Tuopu's earnings are reduced by 11%/10% for 2025/26, factoring in lower revenue assumptions and margin reductions [32]. - Ningbo Joyson's earnings are cut by 28%/29% for 2025/26 due to lower revenue assumptions and margin reductions [34]. Revenue Exposure - Nexteer has 28% of its sales in China and 72% overseas, with over 50% of its sales coming from North America [20]. - Fuyao Glass has 55% of its sales in China and 45% overseas, with a significant portion of its exports affected by the new tariffs [20]. - Tuopu has 71% of its sales in China, with limited exposure to North America due to its recent production start in Mexico [20]. Valuation Comparisons - Fuyao Glass's price target is lowered from Rmb70 to Rmb65 based on revised earnings [36]. - Nexteer's price target is reduced from HK$8.0 to HK$4.5, reflecting a downgrade to Neutral [36]. - Minth's price target is lowered from HK$30 to HK$25 based on revised earnings [36].