KAIYUAN SECURITIES·2026-02-14 10:20Investment Rating - The investment rating for the automotive industry is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - In January 2026, China's new energy vehicle (NEV) exports doubled year-on-year, reaching a historical high for the month, with a growth rate of 103.6%. NEVs accounted for 49.6% of total exports, an increase of 12.5 percentage points year-on-year. BYD led the exports with nearly 100,000 units, while traditional automakers like Geely, Chery, and SAIC also saw over 200% growth in NEV exports [3][25][22]. Summary by Sections New Energy Vehicle Exports - In 2025, China's NEV exports grew by 70%, with plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) being the core growth driver. The growth rate for PHEVs was 127.5%, significantly higher than the 32.5% for pure electric vehicles (EVs) [14][15]. - January 2026 saw NEV exports reach 28.6 million units, with a year-on-year increase of 103.6%. BYD's exports approached 100,000 units, while Geely, Chery, and others also reported significant growth [25][27]. Industry News - The retail market for passenger vehicles in January 2026 was 1.544 million units, a decline of 13.9% year-on-year. February is expected to see the lowest sales of the year due to the impact of the Spring Festival [31]. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is seeking public opinion on five mandatory national standards related to intelligent connected vehicles and autonomous driving systems [35]. Market Performance - The automotive sector outperformed the market, with the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 index rising by 0.36% and the automotive sector increasing by 1.74%, ranking 9th among A-share industries [5][40]. - The passenger vehicle index rose by 1.21%, while the commercial vehicle index saw a significant increase of 6.28% [5]. Investment Recommendations - For passenger vehicles, the demand for high-end domestic luxury cars is exceeding expectations, with recommendations for companies like JAC Motors and Seres. Beneficiaries include Geely [6]. - In the auto parts sector, profitability is expected to improve, with recommendations for companies such as Desay SV and Zhejiang Xiantong, while beneficiaries include Weichai Power and Fuyao Glass [6].