Yuanjie Semiconductor Technology (SH:688498) Goldman Sachs·2025-05-27 02:50Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Sell" rating to YJ Semitech [1][9][12] Core Insights - The primary driver for YJ Semitech's growth in 2025 is the ramp-up of Continuous Wave (CW) laser shipments, supported by strong demand from key customers in silicon photonics transceivers [2][9] - The company is experiencing supply tightness in both CW lasers and Electro-Absorption Modulated Lasers (EML), prompting plans for capacity expansion to meet customer demand [2][9] - YJ Semitech aims to reach a production capacity of low tens of millions of units per year by 2026, positioning itself for future trends in the industry [2][9] Summary by Sections CW Laser Ramp Outlook - Management maintains a positive outlook for CW laser shipments, driven by strong demand from key customers [2] - The company is expanding output capacity through additional equipment and improved yield levels [2] - The capacity expansion is intended to capture near-term opportunities and future trends in the industry [2] Competitive Barriers - The key competitive barrier is not just product performance but also includes product quality, reliability, delivery capability, and capacity scale [3] - Once a supplier establishes a solid track record, customers are unlikely to switch suppliers easily [3] Margins and Pricing Comparison - YJ Semitech's CW laser pricing is slightly below that of global peers [4] - The gross margin for the datacom segment is projected at 71% in 2024, primarily driven by customized products [4] 100G EML Outlook - The company's 100G EML products have passed customer qualifications but are not yet in mass production due to prioritization of CW laser production [7] - As capacity increases, there will be more room for EML production, aiding in ramp progress [7] Financial Projections - Revenue is projected to grow from Rmb252 million in 2024 to Rmb460 million in 2025, and further to Rmb665 million in 2026 [8] - The net income is expected to rise from Rmb161 million in 2025 to Rmb284 million in 2026 [8] - The report sets a 12-month price target of Rmb100 based on a 30x 2026E P/E ratio, indicating a downside potential of 21.9% from the current price of Rmb128.04 [10][12]