ZHESHANG SECURITIES·2025-10-08 09:11Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" [6] Core Views - The mechanical equipment industry is experiencing a cyclical rebound with growth in engineering machinery, export chains, and shipbuilding performance [1][2] - In the first half of 2025, the mechanical equipment sector achieved revenue of 1,010.9 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9%, and a net profit of 76.3 billion yuan, up 22% year-on-year [1] - The engineering machinery sector continues to grow, with revenue of 334.3 billion yuan, a 5% increase, and net profit of 27.4 billion yuan, a 14% increase [1] - The export chain's performance is also strong, with revenue of 522.6 billion yuan, a 9% increase, and net profit of 37.9 billion yuan, a 30% increase [1] - The shipbuilding industry is experiencing sustained demand, with revenue of 119.2 billion yuan, a 20% increase, and net profit of 5.9 billion yuan, a 112% increase [1] Summary by Sections Performance Overview - In the first half of 2025, the mechanical equipment industry saw significant growth across various sectors, with notable increases in revenue and net profit [1][11] - The engineering machinery sector's revenue and profit growth is attributed to both domestic and international market dynamics [1][5] - The shipbuilding sector is benefiting from a favorable cycle, with a strong order book and improved profitability [1][10] Market Trends - The mechanical equipment index rose by 37% as of September 30, 2025, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index by 21 percentage points [2] - Key sub-sectors such as lithium battery equipment and humanoid robots have shown remarkable growth, with increases of 142% and 66% respectively [2] Future Outlook - The report anticipates a cyclical recovery in engineering machinery, industrial gases, and shipbuilding, driven by domestic demand and global market expansion [2][3] - The humanoid robot sector is expected to transition from formation to expansion, presenting significant investment opportunities [7][8] - The report emphasizes the importance of focusing on industry leaders such as Sany Heavy Industry and XCMG [7][12]