Core Insights - AI has become the core engine driving the transformation of the smart automotive industry, reshaping product definitions and industry ecosystems, and pushing global automotive competition into a new "AI-driven" phase [1][4][8] Industry Transformation - The automotive industry's value structure is undergoing a disruptive reconstruction, with AI technology as the driving force; the cost of mechanical hardware in traditional fuel vehicles has decreased from 70% to below 50%, and is expected to drop below 30% in the coming years, while electronic hardware costs are projected to reach 70% by 2030 [4][5] - The integration of software and AI is redefining automotive products, with "intelligence" now accounting for 54% of consumer purchasing decisions, second only to cost at 60%, indicating the necessity for companies to convert AI capabilities into product competitiveness [4][5] AI Application Progression - AI penetration in the smart automotive sector is advancing in three stages: 1. AI as a tool for optimizing R&D and management processes 2. AI evolving into the core of products, leading to the emergence of "AI cars" with self-learning capabilities 3. Companies transforming into "AI-native enterprises," developing diversified products based on foundational algorithms and data capabilities [5][6] Ecosystem Construction - The nature of AI technology necessitates breaking traditional boundaries in the automotive industry, with a "three verticals and three horizontals" framework highlighting the importance of collaboration between software, chips, data, and the automotive supply chain [6][7] - The "pairing" model is crucial for the implementation of AI technology, where tech companies collaborate closely with automakers to address AI technology gaps and facilitate commercialization [6][7] Globalization and Cross-Industry Opportunities - AI-enabled smart vehicles present new opportunities for global expansion, with China's L2-L3 smart vehicle penetration rates exceeding the global average by nearly 20%, although challenges such as compliance with international data privacy and cybersecurity regulations remain significant [7][8] - The universality of AI technology allows for cross-industry empowerment, with the automotive sector's scale capabilities aiding in cost reduction for emerging industries like robotics and low-altitude aircraft [7][8] Strategic Summary - AI is not only the technological core of smart vehicles but also a "new productive force" driving industry reconstruction; China must strengthen its terminal advantages while addressing core deficiencies in AI chips and operating systems to build ecological barriers and secure a leading position in global smart automotive competition [8]

Core Viewpoint - The automotive market is experiencing significant growth, particularly in the new energy vehicle (NEV) segment, with domestic brands leading the market share and showing strong sales performance in June 2025. Group 1: Sales Performance - In June 2025, total retail sales of passenger vehicles reached 1.09 million units, marking a year-on-year increase of 10.8% [10] - New energy vehicle sales in June reached 1.112 million units, a year-on-year growth of 29.8%, with a cumulative total of 5.469 million units in the first half of the year, up 33.3% [1] - SUV sales in June were 1.04 million units, up 18.5% year-on-year, with a cumulative total of 5.358 million units in the first half, reflecting an 11.2% increase [1] Group 2: Brand Performance - BYD maintained its leading position with sales of 352,081 units in June, a year-on-year increase of 25.7%, capturing a market share of 16.9% [3][4] - Geely ranked second with sales of 195,537 units, showing a significant year-on-year increase of 49.6%, despite a 4.7% decline from the previous month [4][7] - FAW-Volkswagen entered the top three with sales of 142,913 units in June, a year-on-year increase of 7.3% [5][7] Group 3: Market Share Dynamics - Domestic brands accounted for 64% of the retail market share in the first half of 2025, an increase of 7.5 percentage points compared to the same period last year [10] - The market share of German brands decreased, with a retail share of 16.1%, down 2.4 percentage points year-on-year [2] - Tesla China saw a significant rebound with sales of 61,484 units in June, a 59.3% increase from the previous month, driven by the popularity of the Model Y [9][16] Group 4: Future Outlook - Geely plans to increase its annual sales target from 2.71 million to 3 million units, supported by the successful launch of new models [11] - The market is expected to enter a phase of intense competition, with a focus on technology and pricing strategies as numerous new models are set to launch in the second half of the year [19]

国内新闻 公安部：上半年新注册登记新能源汽车562.2万辆 同比增长27.86% 创历史新高 7月14日，据公安部发布的统计数据，截至今年6月底，全国新能源汽车保有量达3689万辆，占汽车总量的10.27%。其中， 纯电动汽车保有量2553.9万辆，占新能源汽车总量的69.23%。上半年新注册登记新能源汽车562.2万辆，同比增长27.86%，创历 史新高。新能源汽车新注册登记量占汽车新注册登记量的44.97%。同时，截至今年6月底，全国机动车保有量达4.6亿辆，其中 汽车3.59亿辆；机动车驾驶人5.5亿人，其中汽车驾驶人5.15亿人。2025年上半年全国新注册登记机动车1688万辆，新领证驾驶人 1258万人。上半年新注册登记机动车1688万辆，新注册登记汽车1250万辆。2025年上半年，全国新注册登记机动车1688万辆。 其中，汽车新注册登记1250万辆，同比增长0.68%。 7月14日消息，成品油价或将迎来年内第六次下调。能源咨询机构隆众资讯预计，7月15日24时国内汽、柴油零售价下调幅 度约125元/吨，以油箱容量70升的普通私家车计算，新一轮调价后，车主们加满一箱油将少花6.7元左右，50升油箱 ...

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Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index has outperformed major global indices with a 32.29% increase from September 24 to July 11, 2024, while US stocks have lagged due to new tariffs and reduced risk appetite [1] - Southbound capital has significantly increased, with a cumulative net purchase of nearly 450 billion HKD, accounting for over 95% of the total net purchases in 2024, and the proportion of southbound trading in total Hong Kong stock trading has reached 60% [3] - The focus of recent southbound investments includes companies like China Construction Bank, SMIC, and Meituan, categorized into high-dividend assets and undervalued technology stocks, reflecting a global trend towards a "barbell" investment strategy [3] Group 2 - The Hang Seng Technology 50 ETF (159750) has shown strong performance, with a price-to-earnings ratio (PE-TTM) of only 19, indicating it is undervalued compared to 99% of the past year [5] - The top ten Chinese technology companies within the ETF have significant weightings, with Xiaomi Group at 10.78%, Tencent Holdings at 9.85%, and Alibaba at 9.21% [5] - The Hong Kong Dividend Low Volatility ETF (520550) has increased by 21.32% year-to-date and has maintained a steady inflow of funds for 20 consecutive weeks, with a current dividend yield exceeding 8% [6][8]

Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong automotive sector is experiencing significant growth, with the Hong Kong Automotive ETF (159210) showing a notable increase, driven by strong performances from major automotive companies and favorable market conditions [1][3]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of July 15, the Hong Kong Automotive ETF (159210) opened with a gap up and increased by 1.82%, marking a potential four-day consecutive rise [1]. - Major component stocks of the ETF, such as Dongfeng Motor Group, Li Auto, and Leap Motor, saw gains exceeding 2%, with Dongfeng leading with over a 3% increase [3]. Group 2: Sales and Production Data - The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) reported that in the first half of the year, China's automotive production and sales both exceeded 15 million units, achieving over 10% year-on-year growth [5]. - New energy vehicle (NEV) retail sales reached 1.111 million units in June, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 29.7%, with a monthly penetration rate surpassing 52.7% [5]. - Leap Motor delivered over 48,000 vehicles in June, a 138% year-on-year increase, leading the new force in vehicle deliveries [5]. Group 3: Industry Trends and Innovations - The automotive sector is characterized by high-end manufacturing and technological advancements, with a strong growth trajectory supported by China's leading position in the global automotive supply chain [5]. - The introduction of new models with high cost-performance ratios and advanced features has stimulated consumer demand, aided by robust government subsidies for NEVs [6][7]. - The industry is also witnessing a shift towards smart technologies, with companies like Tesla and Huawei making significant strides in autonomous driving solutions [7][8]. Group 4: Future Outlook - CAAM forecasts that by 2025, annual NEV sales will exceed 16 million units, with market share surpassing 50% [5]. - The automotive industry is expected to continue its transformation, driven by both cyclical growth and technological advancements, positioning Chinese automakers as leaders in the global market [8].

文丨李伟长江商学院副院长、经济学教授 7月10日，中国汽车工业协会公布了最新的中国汽车产销量及出口数据：今年1-6月我国汽车产销量分别 达到1562.1万辆和1565.3万辆，同比分别增长12.5%和11.4%，其中，新能源汽车产销量分别为696.8万辆 和693.7万辆，同比分别增长41.4%和40.3%，新能源汽车新车销量占到汽车新车总销量的44.3%。同时， 上半年汽车总体出口308.3万辆，同比增长10.4%，其中新能源汽车出口106万辆，同比增长75.2%。在经 济不景气的大环境下，中国汽车产业尤其是新能源汽车仍展现出蓬勃的生命力！ 笔者认为主要是两个核心因素，一是引入了企业间的竞争机制；二是地方政府间的竞争及对企业减税。 下面我们分别展开讨论。 首先来谈企业间竞争机制的引入。中国的汽车产业曾经是高度管制的产业，管制的方式主要是控制生产 许可证的审批，尤其对轿车的生产控制十分严格。直到2001年11月，吉利汽车才终于拿到了轿车"准生 证"，成为中国首家获得轿车生产资格的民营企业，打破了国有车企和合资车企垄断市场的局面。2003 年，当时主业是电池业务的比亚迪，通过收购拥有轿车目录的老牌军工企业秦川汽 ...

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Market Overview - On July 14, the Hang Seng Index rose by 64 points or 0.3%, closing at 24,203 points, with a daily trading range of only 167 points[1] - The Hang Seng Tech Index increased by 0.7%, closing at 5,283 points, while total market turnover decreased to HKD 210.4 billion[1] - Net inflow from the Hong Kong Stock Connect was HKD 8.2 billion, indicating a positive sentiment despite the lack of clear direction in the market[1] Sector Performance - The biopharmaceutical sector showed strong performance, with 3SBio (1530 HK) rising by 12.2% and BGI Genomics (6955 HK) increasing by 22.3%[1] - The chemical, paper, copper, and other non-ferrous metal sectors benefited from "capacity reduction" policies, contributing to their positive performance[1] - AI and robotics-related stocks, previously lagging, saw gains, with Kingsoft Cloud (3896 HK) and GDS Holdings (9698 HK) rising between 2.9% and 8.5%[1] Macroeconomic Insights - In June, China's M1 money supply grew by 4.6%, the fastest rate since May 2023, while M2 increased by 8.3%, the highest since March 2024[2] - Social financing in June increased by CNY 900 billion, with government bonds contributing CNY 500 billion to this growth[2] - New home sales in major cities fell by 26.5% year-on-year, indicating a downturn in the real estate market[2] Industry Developments - 361 Degrees (1361 HK) reported a 10% year-on-year growth in retail sales for its main brand and children's clothing, with online sales up by approximately 20%[3] - Sai Jing Technology (580 HK) announced a CNY 180 million acquisition of Hunan Hong'an's equity, which is expected to enhance its supply chain and customer resources[3] - The pharmaceutical sector rose by 2.1%, driven by expectations of new drug listings in the national insurance catalog for 2025[4] Future Projections - Tianlun Gas (1600 HK) is expected to return to profit growth starting FY25, with a projected CAGR of 12.0% from FY24 to FY27[6] - The global autonomous driving market is projected to reach USD 207.4 billion in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 31.0% until 2027[13] - China's autonomous driving market is expected to grow from CNY 330 billion in 2023 to CNY 791.5 billion by 2027, with a CAGR of 24.4%[13]

Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile's chairman, Yin Tongyue, openly criticized the company's own practices during the 2025 China Automotive Forum, admitting that Chery tends to follow others in both good and bad actions, raising questions about the company's integrity and strategy in the competitive automotive market [2][4]. Group 1: Smart Driving Promotion - Chery has been accused of promoting its smart driving technology in defiance of government regulations, with Yin claiming that Chery is the leader in smart driving despite the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's (MIIT) warnings against exaggerated claims [4]. - The company has faced challenges in its smart technology development, leading to the consolidation of its subsidiaries into a unified "Chery Smart Center" to improve efficiency, indicating that progress has not met expectations [4][5]. Group 2: Price Wars and Competition - Despite publicly opposing "price wars" and "involution" in the automotive industry, Chery has engaged in aggressive pricing strategies, offering significant discounts on over 30 models, with price reductions reaching up to 55,000 yuan [5][6]. - Chery's executives have made contradictory statements regarding price competition, with one acknowledging that such competition has provided opportunities for Chinese brands, highlighting the complexity of the market dynamics [8]. Group 3: Negative Comments on Competitors - Chery's marketing executive publicly disparaged a competitor's vehicle, calling it "junk," which led to backlash and forced the company to issue a statement condemning such behavior as against company policy [9][10]. - The incident reflects a broader issue within the company regarding public relations and competitive conduct, prompting internal actions against the responsible parties [9]. Group 4: Subsidy Reduction - Chery faced a reduction of over 140 million yuan in government subsidies due to non-compliance with documentation requirements during the 2016-2020 period, raising concerns about the company's operational practices [10]. - The company defended itself by stating that the documentation requirements were not in place during the sales period, indicating a potential misalignment between regulatory expectations and operational realities [10].