第一财经·2025-06-15 03:21Core Viewpoint - The current state of the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry mirrors that of the photovoltaic (PV) industry, with both sectors facing challenges from price wars and cost-cutting measures that threaten innovation and overall profitability [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Challenges - The price war in the PV sector has led to a significant decline in prices across the supply chain, with prices for polysilicon and components dropping nearly 30%, despite a 28.3% year-on-year increase in new installations [2]. - Major PV companies, including Longi Green Energy and Tongwei Co., have reported substantial revenue declines and losses, indicating that the aggressive pricing strategies are unsustainable [2][3]. - The NEV industry is experiencing similar pressures, with some companies facing increasing losses and cash flow issues, highlighting the risks of relying solely on price competition [2][3]. Group 2: Capacity Expansion and Market Dynamics - The PV industry has seen severe overcapacity, driven by both market competition and local government incentives, which has historically led to inefficiencies and market saturation [4]. - The NEV sector is beginning to echo these patterns, with calls from industry leaders for a halt to new factory constructions in favor of utilizing existing overcapacity [4][5]. - Mergers and acquisitions are being encouraged in both industries as a means to consolidate and eliminate low-quality capacity, supported by recent regulatory changes [4][5]. Group 3: Innovation and Intellectual Property - The lack of intellectual property protection has hindered innovation in the PV sector, where new technologies quickly become widely adopted without adequate rewards for the original innovators [6][7]. - The NEV industry must prioritize protecting innovation and fostering a supportive environment for technological advancements to avoid repeating the mistakes of the PV sector [6][7]. - A collaborative approach involving policy support is essential for creating a market environment that encourages and protects innovation across both industries [7][8].