Workflow
中航西飞(000768):军贸领域沧海遗珠,民机市场中坚力量

Investment Rating - The investment rating for AVIC Xi'an Aircraft Industry Group Co., Ltd. is "Buy" and is maintained [11]. Core Viewpoints - AVIC Xi'an is significantly undervalued in the large aircraft military trade market, with its core model Y-20 having notable scarcity on the supply side, as comparable models like the US C-17 have been discontinued and the Russian IL-76 is in low production [3][7]. - The medium transport aircraft market has greater potential compared to large transport aircraft, with the Y-9 model having a significant market opportunity in military trade [3][9]. - The company has focused on its main aircraft manufacturing business after multiple restructurings, and its management team has become notably younger, which may bring new dynamics to the company [6][20]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - AVIC Xi'an has undergone several asset restructurings and has become the only listed platform for large and medium transport aircraft in China [20]. - The company has a diverse product line including military transport aircraft, bombers, and civil aircraft, as well as international subcontracting business [22]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue has shown steady growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.59% from 2020 to 2024, increasing from 33.484 billion to 43.216 billion [24]. - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 19.416 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 4.49%, while net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 4.83% to 689 million [24][28]. Market Position and Opportunities - The Y-20 model is positioned as a leading strategic transport aircraft, with a maximum takeoff weight of 200 tons, filling a gap in the market as many comparable models have ceased production [46][49]. - The company is expected to benefit from the growth of the domestic large aircraft market, particularly with the C919 model, which is projected to have a production capacity increase by 33% by 2029 [8][9]. Management and Investor Relations - The new management team, predominantly composed of younger individuals, is expected to enhance investor relations and market value management [20][36]. - The company is actively working on value creation, realization, and management to improve operational efficiency and shareholder returns [36].