SICC CO.(688234) 高盛·2025-05-26 05:36Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to SICC (688234.SS) with a 12-month price target of Rmb75.50, indicating an upside potential of 24.7% from the current price of Rmb60.55 [10]. Core Insights - The management of SICC is optimistic about market demand driven by the increasing launch of 800V electric vehicles (EVs) and the growing need for EV fast charging. Additionally, the demand for SiC substrates in augmented reality (AR) glasses is expected to rise significantly [1][3]. - SICC is positioned well within the AD/ADAS trend, enhancing SiC's penetration in the EV market. The company is a local leader in SiC substrates, benefiting from local car OEMs diversifying their supply chains amid geopolitical tensions [1][3]. Summary by Sections Capacity Expansion - SICC's production facilities are located in Shanghai and Jinan, China. The Shanghai plant has a capacity of 300k units per year for phase 1 (6-inch or 8-inch SiC substrate) and an additional 300k units per year in phase 2, primarily for 8-inch SiC substrate. The Jinan site has a capacity of 100-150k units per year for 6-inch SiC substrate. The company plans to expand its 8-inch capacity to non-China markets to increase its market share among global SiC device manufacturers [2]. SiC Penetration in EVs - Management anticipates that the penetration rate of SiC in mainstream EV models will continue to rise as more 800V EV models are introduced in the coming years. The localization trend of SiC substrates is expected to support the company's growth, as local suppliers offer more cost-effective products, allowing customers to diversify their supply chains [3]. SiC Application in AR Glasses - SiC is identified as the optimal solution for AR glasses due to its superior reflection control and lightweight properties. Management projects that the demand for SiC substrates from AR glasses may eventually surpass that from EVs in the long term, presenting significant upside potential for SICC [7].