Tstc(SH:600552) EBSCN·2025-09-02 04:04Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6] Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 2.76 billion CNY and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 50 million CNY for the first half of 2025, showing a year-on-year increase of 24.7% and 23.7% respectively, with a turnaround in net profit [1] - The display materials segment saw significant growth, while the application materials segment continued to decline [2] - The company is focusing on two main segments, enhancing market potential through deep cooperation with leading customers and technological innovations [4] - The profit forecast for 2025-2027 has been revised downwards due to pressure on application materials business and the delay in the second phase of the UTG project [4] Revenue and Profitability - In H1 2025, the display materials revenue was 2.20 billion CNY, up 42.0% year-on-year, while application materials revenue was 490 million CNY, down 26.4% [2] - The overall gross margin for H1 2025 was 16.4%, an increase of 0.6 percentage points year-on-year, while the net profit margin was 2.6%, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points [3] - The company achieved a significant increase in operating cash flow, reaching 260 million CNY in H1 2025, up 230 million CNY year-on-year [1] Segment Performance - The display materials segment, particularly through Shenzhen Guoxian, contributed significantly to revenue growth, achieving 1.89 billion CNY in revenue, up 45.2% year-on-year [2] - The application materials segment faced challenges, with subsidiaries reporting declines in both revenue and net profit [2] Future Outlook - The company has adjusted its net profit forecasts for 2025-2027 to 162 million CNY, 208 million CNY, and 251 million CNY respectively, reflecting a decrease of 38%, 35%, and 31% from previous estimates [4] - The report highlights ongoing efforts in technological advancements and market expansion, particularly in the display materials sector [4]