Sungrow Power Supply(300274) 野村·2025-04-30 02:08Investment Rating - The report downgrades the investment rating of Sungrow Power Supply from Buy to Neutral, with a target price reduced from CNY 100 to CNY 58 [3][5][21]. Core Insights - The earnings for 1Q25 exceeded expectations due to strong growth in the energy storage system (ESS) segment, with revenue growth of 50.9% year-on-year [1]. - Despite strong shipment forecasts for 2025, the report expresses caution regarding potential earnings due to tariff headwinds and increased competition in emerging markets [2][3]. - The company has suspended ESS shipments to the US market, which typically offers better gross margins, impacting future earnings [2][3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Sungrow reported 4Q24 revenue of CNY 27.9 billion, an 8.0% year-on-year increase, and 1Q25 revenue of CNY 19.0 billion, a 50.9% year-on-year increase [1]. - The net profit for 4Q24 was CNY 3,437 million, up 55% year-on-year, and for 1Q25, it was CNY 3,826 million, up 83% year-on-year [1]. Shipment Forecasts - For 2025, solar and ESS shipments are estimated at 160GW (up 9% year-on-year) and over 40GWh (up 43% year-on-year), respectively [2]. - The company reported solar inverter and ESS shipments of 147GW and 28GWh in 2024, aligning with previous estimates [1]. Valuation Metrics - The new target price of CNY 58 is based on a P/E ratio of 11.3x for 2025F, reflecting a decrease from the previous 16x due to anticipated margin pressures [3][13]. - The report indicates a projected normalized EPS decline from CNY 5.67 to CNY 5.12 for 2025F [3][4]. Market Context - The report highlights intensified competition in the Middle East market, which may further limit Sungrow's shipment and earnings growth in 2H25 [2]. - The company is facing challenges from increased anti-dumping and countervailing duties affecting solar module shipments to the US [2].