Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for the automotive industry, focusing on new energy vehicles and related technologies [1]. Core Insights - The automotive market is currently experiencing a cautious atmosphere, with stakeholders observing the recovery of terminal demand and the impact of policies and costs on profitability. Short-term fluctuations in the non-ferrous sector are affecting pricing negotiations in the upstream and midstream segments. The report suggests monitoring factors that could lead to a rebound in vehicle sales in Q1, including retail and export performance, while remaining optimistic about the automotive parts sector, particularly in areas like intelligent driving, liquid cooling, and robotics [1][3]. Data Tracking - In late January, the industry discount rate decreased to 9.5%, showing a year-on-year increase of 0.6 percentage points but a month-on-month decrease of 0.1 percentage points. The average discount amount was 21,541 yuan, up by 1,294 yuan year-on-year but down by 718 yuan month-on-month [3]. - December saw a decline in wholesale and retail sales of passenger vehicles, with wholesale sales at 2.85 million units, down 8.7% year-on-year and 6.3% month-on-month. Retail sales of domestic passenger vehicles were 2.28 million units, down 16.8% year-on-year but up 13.7% month-on-month [3]. - The report highlights specific automotive companies to watch, including Geely, JAC Motors, and BYD, with Geely being favored due to its low valuation and expected better-than-expected performance in domestic sales [5]. Industry News - In January, the China Passenger Car Association reported that the automotive industry generated revenues of 1,117.96 billion yuan in 2025, a year-on-year increase of 7.1%, while costs rose by 8.1% to 984.98 billion yuan, resulting in a profit of 46.1 billion yuan, up 0.6% [31]. - The report notes significant developments in the electric vehicle sector, including a partnership between a Vietnamese manufacturer and BYD to establish a commercial electric vehicle battery factory, and the launch of new electric models by various companies [31][32]. - The report also mentions the implementation of new national standards for automotive steering systems and automatic emergency braking systems, which are expected to enhance safety and technology in the industry [31][32].

Core Viewpoint - The market remains cautious, observing the recovery of terminal demand and the impact of policies and costs on profitability, with increased volatility in the non-ferrous sector affecting short-term pricing in the upstream and midstream segments [1] Investment Recommendations - **Complete Vehicles**: Recommended stocks include Geely Automobile, JAC Motors, and BYD. Geely is favored due to its low valuation of over 6 times, with expectations of better-than-expected domestic profitability. JAC's S800 model shows stable order performance, and the company plans to launch 2-3 new models this year [2] - **Auto Parts**: - Robotics sector continues to be a catalyst, with recommendations for Foresight Technology, Minth Group, Top Group, Yinlun Machinery, Haoneng Co., Shuanghuan Transmission, and New Spring Co., with a suggestion to pay attention to Joyson Electronics - AI/Smart Driving is a key area with potential supply order catalysts from policy support and Nvidia's involvement, recommending Horizon Robotics and Hesai Technology, while suggesting to monitor SOTERIA, Black Sesame Technologies, and Pony.ai - Liquid cooling orders are clear, with continued recommendations for Minth Group, Yinlun Machinery, and Lingyun Industrial, and a suggestion to watch Feilong Co. [2] - **Heavy Trucks**: Weichai Power has shown strong performance, reflecting market recognition of its position in AIDC diesel engines and natural gas generators, with continued recommendations. Concerns over short-term shareholder reductions in China National Heavy Duty Truck have dissipated, suggesting a focus on fundamentals [2] Data Tracking - In late January, industry discounts decreased month-on-month, with a discount rate of 9.5%, up 0.6 percentage points year-on-year and down 0.1 percentage points month-on-month. The discount amount was 21,541 yuan, up 1,294 yuan year-on-year and down 718 yuan month-on-month [3] - December wholesale and retail sales of passenger vehicles declined year-on-year, with wholesale sales at 2.85 million units, down 8.7% year-on-year and 6.3% month-on-month. Retail sales of domestic passenger vehicles were 2.28 million units, down 16.8% year-on-year but up 13.7% month-on-month [3] Market Performance - The automotive sector saw a decline of 5.12% this week, ranking 28th out of 29 sectors. The overall index performance included a decrease of 0.44% for the Shanghai Composite Index, an increase of 0.08% for the CSI 300, and a decrease of 0.09% for the ChiNext Index. The automotive index's performance included a drop of 5.12% for the automotive sector, 6.70% for parts, 3.64% for passenger vehicles, 1.10% for commercial vehicles, and 3.42% for circulation services [6]

行业研究 证 券 研 究 报 告 汽车 2026 年 02 月 01 日 汽车行业周报（20260126-20260201） 有色波动影响中上游短期议价，继续看好新产 推荐（维持） 业方向 1 月下旬行业折扣环比下降（油车为主）。折扣率 9.5%，同比+0.6PP（1/25），环比-0.1PP （1/10）。折扣金额 21,541 元，同比+1,294 元（1/25），环比-718 元（1/10）。折扣率变 动环比较大的主流品牌：WEY+1.6PP、北京奔驰-1.5PP、上汽通用别克-1.3PP、长安启源 +1.2PP、长安马自达-0.8PP。 12 月乘用车批发、零售销量同比下滑。12 月乘用车批发 285 万辆，同比-8.7%，环比- 6.3%，狭义乘用车批发 283 万辆，同比-8.4%，环比-6.1%；国产乘用车零售 228 万辆， 同比-16.8%，环比+13.7%；乘用车出口销量 64 万辆，同比+50.5%，环比+2.8%；估算库 存变动-7.4 万辆，同比-4 万辆，环比-48 万辆。 截至 2026 年 1 月 30 日， 证监会审核华创证券投资咨询业务资格批文号：证监许可（2009）121 ...

Core Insights - Figure has launched its new AI model Helix 02, achieving a significant technological breakthrough in humanoid robot autonomous control, which may facilitate the transition from technical demonstrations to practical applications by 2026 [1][4]. Group 1: Technological Advancements - The Helix 02 model features a new "three-level collaborative" integrated control architecture, utilizing a single neural network system to coordinate movements and balance at a high frequency, replacing traditional complex manual coding [2][5]. - The system integrates visual, tactile, and full-body proprioception, creating an end-to-end link from environmental perception to joint control, achieving millimeter-level operational precision and the ability to autonomously move within room-scale environments [2][5]. - The technology addresses the previous limitations of humanoid robots, such as the inability to perform precise operations while moving and maintaining balance during operations [2][5]. Group 2: Market Potential and Investment Opportunities - The advancements in humanoid robotics are expected to accelerate the industrialization process, with significant investment opportunities in the supply chain, particularly for core component suppliers [6]. - Companies such as Changying Precision, Hengli Hydraulic, and Shuanghuan Transmission are identified as potential beneficiaries of this technological progress and market expansion [6].

Group 1: Event Overview - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange held a special roadshow in Hong Kong titled "Investing in New Opportunities in China," featuring eight listed companies from the Shenzhen market [1] - The event aimed to showcase the investment value of high-quality assets in Shenzhen and the industrial upgrades of these companies to overseas asset management institutions [1] - Since 2023, the Shenzhen Stock Exchange has organized overseas roadshows covering 14 countries and regions, connecting over 2,000 foreign institutional investors [1] Group 2: Company Highlights - Juxing Technology operates 23 production bases globally, with over 95% of its revenue coming from overseas, making it a major supplier for top global retailers [7] - Yilian Network maintains a global market share of over 95% in SIP phones and ranks among the top five in video conferencing systems, benefiting from a dynamic order allocation mechanism [7] - Changying Precision is expanding its production bases in Vietnam and Mexico to meet the diversified supply chain needs of major clients like Apple and CATL [7] - Shenghong Technology is leading the market with advanced materials and technologies, focusing on AI-related products and sustainable development strategies [7][8] Group 3: Consumer Sector Insights - Yunnan Baiyao is projected to exceed 40 billion yuan in revenue in 2024, with a net profit of 4.75 billion yuan, showcasing a strong dividend policy and brand strength [8] - Salted Fish has established a closed-loop system for product development, achieving a rapid iteration cycle and a return on equity of 40.9%, attracting significant foreign investor interest [8] Group 4: Investor Sentiment and Future Outlook - Foreign investors remain optimistic about the Chinese stock market, anticipating a sustainable growth cycle driven by improving fundamentals and long-term growth potential [9] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" emphasizes increasing domestic consumption and technological self-reliance, which may lead to new growth opportunities in the consumer sector and for companies with strong R&D capabilities [9] - The Shenzhen Stock Exchange plans to enhance services for overseas investors and facilitate cross-border investment activities to support domestic and international economic circulation [9]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Overweight" rating for the robotics industry, indicating a projected performance that exceeds the Shanghai and Shenzhen 300 Index by more than 15% [4]. Core Insights - The report highlights the breakthrough of Figure Helix 02, which achieves full-body autonomous control in humanoid robots, enabling them to perform complex tasks in various scenarios. This advancement opens new commercial opportunities for humanoid robots [2][4]. - The report emphasizes that the humanoid robotics sector is undergoing significant technological transformations and exploring practical applications, with 2026 expected to be a pivotal year for commercialization [4]. Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The humanoid robotics industry is experiencing rapid advancements, particularly with the introduction of Figure Helix 02, which marks a significant leap in autonomous control capabilities [2][4]. Key Developments - Figure Helix 02 can autonomously perform 61 coordinated actions without human intervention, showcasing its potential in household and restaurant environments. It can execute tasks such as walking, picking, stacking, and precise operations like opening bottle caps and sorting items in cluttered environments [4]. Technical Breakthroughs - The Helix 02 model introduces a "three-level collaborative" control architecture, utilizing a single neural network to replace millions of lines of code, thus achieving human-like natural movements. It integrates high-sensitivity tactile sensors and multi-dimensional cameras for precise control [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on core component suppliers in the robotics sector, specifically highlighting companies such as Changying Precision, Hengli Hydraulic, and others for their growth potential [4][5].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the news highlights the strong performance of the robotics sector, with the China Securities Robotics Index rising by 1.19% and key stocks like iFlytek increasing by 10% [1] - Tesla announced the launch of its third-generation humanoid robot, Optimus, aimed at mass production, with plans to replace production lines in its Fremont factory to achieve an annual output of one million robots [1] - Domestic developments include a strategic partnership between Zhongqing Robotics and Chuanxuezhe to initiate a humanoid astronaut exploration program, utilizing Zhongqing's PM01 intelligent agent [1] Group 2 - As of December 31, 2025, the top ten weighted stocks in the China Securities Robotics Index include iFlytek, Huichuan Technology, and others, accounting for 52.83% of the index [2] - The Jia Shi Robotics ETF closely tracks the China Securities Robotics Index, focusing on system solution providers, digital workshops, automation equipment manufacturers, and other robotics-related entities [2] - Investors without stock accounts can access the robotics industry through the Jia Shi Robotics ETF linked fund, providing opportunities for investment in the sector [3]

Summary of China Industrial Robot & Automation Landscape (4Q25) Industry Overview - The total industrial automation (IA) market experienced a decline of -3% year-over-year (yoy) in 4Q25, with project/OEM markets at -6% and +1% yoy respectively. The full year 2025 showed a modest decline of -1% yoy, contrasting with Goldman Sachs' estimate of 0% growth [25][27]. - Total industrial robot (IR) sales reached 92,000 units in 4Q25, reflecting an increase of +18% yoy and +14% quarter-over-quarter (qoq). The full year 2025 sales growth was +14% yoy, totaling 336,000 units [25][30]. Market Share Insights - Domestic players maintained a majority market share of 54% in the IR market for 4Q25, a slight increase of +1 percentage point (pp) yoy but a decrease of -1 pp qoq. This share remained consistent for the full year 2025 [25][40]. - FANUC and Kuka (Midea) ranked as the top two players in the IR market, with ESTUN dropping to No. 3 with a 10% market share, and Inovance at No. 4 with a 9% share [25][40]. Segment Performance - **Small 6-axis Robots**: Domestic market share fell to 55% (-2 pp qoq/-1 pp yoy). FANUC led with a 13% share, while ESTUN and Inovance held 11% and 5% respectively [25][40]. - **Large 6-axis Robots**: Domestic share decreased to 30% (-3 pp qoq/-3 pp yoy). ESTUN maintained a 15% share, while Inovance improved to 3% [25][40]. - **SCARA Robots**: Domestic players held 58% of the market (-1 pp qoq/+3 pp yoy), with Inovance leading at 28% [25][40]. Component Market Insights - Inovance led the IA components market with a 27% share in servo motors, a decline of -4 pp qoq and yoy. It also held a 19% share in low-voltage inverters, down -3 pp qoq but up +2 pp yoy [26][40]. - The company ranked No. 4 in small PLCs with a 7% share, remaining flat qoq and yoy, and dropped to No. 6 in mid-to-large PLCs [26]. End-Market Growth - The 4Q25 showed significant growth in end-markets such as lithium batteries (+29% yoy), auto parts (+26% yoy), and semiconductor (+21% yoy). However, the solar sector lagged with a decline of -18% yoy [25][34]. Competitive Landscape - The competitive landscape remains intense, with domestic players facing pressure from both local and international competitors. The market dynamics are shifting rapidly, particularly in the SCARA and small 6-axis segments [25][40]. Key Takeaways - The industrial automation market is experiencing a downturn, but specific segments like industrial robots are showing resilience and growth. - Domestic players are maintaining a majority market share, but competition is intensifying, particularly from established international brands. - Growth in key end-markets indicates potential opportunities for recovery and expansion in the industrial automation sector. This summary encapsulates the critical insights from the 4Q25 report on the China Industrial Robot and Automation landscape, highlighting market trends, competitive dynamics, and growth opportunities.

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