Guoxin Securities·2025-10-21 10:28Investment Rating - The report rates the electronic industry as "Outperform the Market" [1][10][36] Core Views - The demand for AI computing power and storage is experiencing high growth, with TSMC's revenue exceeding expectations [1] - AI applications are driving the demand for Nearline SSDs, leading to a continuous rise in storage prices [2] - TSMC's revenue for Q3 2025 reached $33.1 billion, a year-on-year increase of 40.8%, indicating strong AI demand [3] - The demand for overseas ASICs remains robust, with significant agreements between OpenAI and major companies [4] - Apple's AI initiatives are expanding into the Chinese market, with new products expected to launch in the coming years [5] Summary by Sections Market Performance - The Shanghai Composite Index fell by 1.47%, while the electronic sector dropped by 7.14% [11] - The semiconductor sector showed resilience with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index and Taiwan's technology index increasing by 5.78% and 0.27%, respectively [11] Company Performance - TSMC's Q3 2025 revenue was $33.1 billion, surpassing the guidance range of $31.8 to $33 billion [3] - The company expects Q4 2025 revenue to be between $32.2 billion and $33.4 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 20% to 24% [3] Industry Trends - The demand for large-capacity Nearline SSDs is increasing due to AI applications, with Flash Wafer prices rising by over 10% [2] - Domestic storage manufacturers are expected to benefit from this upward trend in both volume and price [2] - The ASIC market is seeing increased orders, driven by partnerships between domestic and international firms [4] Key Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies within the domestic semiconductor and storage sectors, including Jiangbolong, Demingli, and Zhaoyi Innovation [2][3] - It also highlights the importance of companies like Aojie Technology and Huazhong Semiconductor in the ASIC space [4] Notable Companies and Predictions - Key companies with investment ratings of "Outperform the Market" include SMIC, Aojie Technology, Demingli, and Lens Technology [10] - The report emphasizes the potential for growth in the semiconductor and storage sectors, particularly in light of AI demand [3][4]