NSIG(SH:688126) Tianfeng Securities·2025-05-15 10:30Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is downgraded to "Accumulate" [7] Core Views - The company's 2024 performance is under pressure due to a slower-than-expected recovery in the semiconductor market, with a projected revenue of 3.39 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6.18%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of -970 million yuan [1][2] - The company is expanding its silicon wafer production capacity, which is expected to support future growth despite current challenges [2][3] Financial Performance Summary - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 3.39 billion yuan, with a net profit of -970 million yuan and a non-recurring net profit of -1.24 billion yuan [1] - For Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 802 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.60%, with a net profit of -209 million yuan [1][2] - The average selling price of products has declined, particularly for 200mm wafers, impacting profitability alongside high fixed costs and goodwill impairment from acquisitions [2] Capacity Expansion and Development - The company has completed the construction of a new 300mm silicon wafer production line, increasing its capacity to 600,000 wafers per month, with over 5 million wafers shipped in 2024 [3] - Ongoing projects in Shanghai and Taiyuan aim to further enhance 300mm silicon wafer production capacity, targeting an additional 600,000 wafers per month [3] - The company is also advancing its R&D in high-end silicon-based materials, with plans to increase production capacity to 160,000 wafers per year by 2025 [4] R&D Investment and Achievements - R&D expenses for 2024 reached 266.82 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.12%, accounting for 7.88% of revenue [5] - The company applied for 130 invention patents in 2024, with 24 granted, and holds a total of 630 invention patents and 108 utility model patents as of the end of 2024 [5] Future Profitability Forecast - The company's profit forecast for 2025 and 2026 has been revised down, with expected net profits of 23 million yuan and 114 million yuan, respectively, and a new estimate for 2027 at 281 million yuan [5]