XIAOMI(HK:01810) 虎嗅APP·2025-11-08 13:39Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the impact of the national subsidy program on consumer behavior and various industries, highlighting both the benefits and challenges faced by different market players as the subsidy program comes to a close [4][5]. Group 1: National Subsidy Program Overview - The national subsidy program has allocated a total of 300 billion yuan in 2023, with the last batch of 69 billion yuan announced on September 30, marking the end of a nearly two-year consumer stimulus initiative [4][5]. - The program has seen 330 million applications, driving sales exceeding 2 trillion yuan, accounting for about 7% of the total retail sales of consumer goods (excluding catering) during the first eight months of the year [5][6]. Group 2: Industry Impact - The automotive sector has been the largest beneficiary of the subsidy, with applications for vehicle trade-ins reaching 4.12 million, translating to approximately 618 billion to 824 billion yuan in subsidies, making it the "black hole" for funding [16][17]. - The home appliance industry has also benefited, with major companies like Midea, Haier, and Gree reporting significant profit increases, while the overall market is experiencing a structural upgrade towards smarter and more energy-efficient products [17][18]. Group 3: Company Performance - BYD reported a revenue of 371.3 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, a 23.3% year-on-year increase, positioning itself as a major beneficiary of the subsidy program [8]. - Xiaomi has also capitalized on the subsidy, achieving a 47.4% revenue growth to 111.3 billion yuan in the first quarter of 2025, with significant increases in its IoT and consumer product segments [9][10]. - Apple experienced a 4.4% revenue growth in the Greater China region in the second quarter of 2025, aided by the subsidy program, despite a general decline in smartphone shipments [10]. Group 4: Market Dynamics - The subsidy program has intensified competition among brands, with companies needing to respond quickly to market changes to capture consumer interest [11][12]. - E-commerce platforms have also been affected, with JD.com emerging as a major beneficiary due to its direct engagement with local governments and efficient supply chain management, while Pinduoduo struggled due to its reliance on smaller merchants [11][13]. Group 5: Regional Disparities - The implementation of the subsidy program has revealed significant regional disparities, with wealthier areas benefiting more due to better access to information and resources, while rural and low-income populations face barriers to participation [23][24]. - Jiangsu province has demonstrated effective execution of the subsidy program, achieving a retail sales growth of 5% in the first half of 2025, while regions like Yunnan have struggled with lower subsidy utilization [25][26].