Core Insights - The rapid growth of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in China is driven by increasing market demand, supportive policies, and advancements in charging technology [1][2][3] Group 1: Charging Infrastructure Growth - As of September 2025, China's total number of electric vehicle charging facilities reached 18.063 million, a year-on-year increase of 54.5% [1] - Public charging facilities accounted for 4.476 million, growing by 40%, while private charging facilities reached 13.587 million, increasing by 60% [1] - The number of charging facilities has significantly increased from 12.818 million at the end of 2024, indicating substantial growth in less than a year [1] Group 2: Market Dynamics - The number of charging operators in China has surged from around 10 to over 30,000, with the top five operators holding more than 60% market share [2] - The average ratio of charging stations to electric vehicles is approximately 2.21:1, reflecting improved infrastructure to support the growing EV market [1][2] Group 3: Future Projections - The National Development and Reform Commission has set a target to establish 28 million charging facilities by the end of 2027, aiming to double the current service capacity [3][4] - The "Three-Year Doubling Action Plan" emphasizes the need for balanced and innovative development of charging networks, including enhancements in urban rapid charging and rural infrastructure [4] Group 4: Company Opportunities - Companies in the charging infrastructure sector, such as Guoen Co., are expected to benefit from the accelerated construction of charging facilities, with advancements in composite materials for charging equipment [6] - Guoen Co. has developed a range of non-metallic charging station components, which are now being supplied to mainstream equipment manufacturers, enhancing their market position [6] Group 5: Technological Innovations - Huawei's introduction of full liquid-cooled ultra-fast charging technology aims to address land and power resource scarcity while stabilizing the grid [7] - The integration of electric vehicles into the power market is anticipated to enhance the role of charging infrastructure as a critical link between EVs and the grid [7]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese electric vehicle (EV) market is experiencing a stable environment with a notable increase in promotional efforts and a positive demand response, despite a decrease in the number of models experiencing price cuts compared to previous years [1] Group 1: Market Trends - In September, 23 vehicle models saw price reductions, compared to 36 models in the same month last year and 11 models in 2023 [1] - The promotional intensity for new energy vehicles (NEVs) in September 2025 is at a mid-high level of 10.2%, an increase of 2.6 percentage points year-on-year and a slight rise of 0.7 percentage points from the previous month [1] Group 2: Supply and Demand Dynamics - On the supply side, continuous introduction of new products by battery and main engine manufacturers is positively impacting demand, supported by ongoing policy initiatives [1] - The industry has undergone significant price declines, with capital expenditures contracting, leading to an optimized supply-demand structure [1] - The overall price level in the NEV industry chain is at a low point, making price increases more likely than decreases, with strong demand resilience creating good investment opportunities [1] Group 3: Industry Outlook - According to Huaxin Securities, the Chinese NEV industry is expected to maintain rapid sales growth in the second half of the year, driven by policies such as "Two New" [1] - Several new energy vehicle companies are improving their gross margins as they scale up sales, significantly enhancing their profitability visibility [1] - The penetration rate of Chinese NEVs is accelerating, with an increase in quality supply and a highly competitive environment [1]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - The penetration rate of China's new energy vehicle market exceeded 30% in 2023 and 50% in 2024. In 2025, high - competitiveness new models continue to be launched, and price wars are gradually ending. - Overseas markets face risks from trade protectionism in Europe and the US, so new growth points such as the Belt and Road countries and the Middle East should be focused on. - In the competitive landscape, the market share of domestic brands continues to expand. Attention should be paid to companies with strong product strength, smooth overseas expansion, and stable supply [5][121]. 3. Summary According to the Directory 3.1 Financial Market Tracking - The weekly price changes of relevant sectors and listed companies are presented. Among listed companies, some vehicle manufacturers like BYD, Great Wall Motor, and SAIC Motor had price drops, while GAC Group and Chang'an Automobile had price increases. In the battery and materials sector, companies such as Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) and EVE Energy Co., Ltd. had price drops, and Do - fluoride New Materials Co., Ltd. had a price increase [13][16]. 3.2产业链数据跟踪 3.2.1 China New Energy Vehicle Market Tracking - **Sales and Exports in the Chinese Market**: In September, China's new energy vehicle sales were 1.604 million, a year - on - year increase of 24.6%. From January to September, cumulative sales were 11.228 million, a year - on - year increase of 34.9%. In September, exports were 222,000, a year - on - year doubling, and from January to September, cumulative exports were 1.758 million, a year - on - year increase of 89.4%. From October 1 - 12, new energy vehicle retail sales decreased by 1% year - on - year, and cumulative retail sales this year increased by 23% year - on - year [3][110][111][112][113]. - **Inventory Changes in the Chinese Market**: Relevant data on new energy vehicle inventory changes are presented, including channel inventory and manufacturer inventory [26]. - **Delivery Volume of Chinese New Energy Vehicle Manufacturers**: Data on the monthly delivery volumes of various new energy vehicle manufacturers such as Leapmotor, Li Auto, XPeng, and NIO are presented [29]. 3.2.2 Global and Overseas New Energy Vehicle Market Tracking - **Global Market**: From January to August, global new energy vehicle sales increased by 30.6% year - on - year to 13.257 million. Europe and other regions had strong growth. Europe's cumulative sales were 2.442 million, with a year - on - year growth rate of 30.8%, and other regions' cumulative sales were 665,000, with a year - on - year growth rate of 50.6%. The North American market's cumulative sales were 1.205 million, with a year - on - year growth rate of 4.8% (from January to September, cumulative sales were 1.399 million, with a year - on - year growth rate of 8.3%). The US had record - high new energy vehicle sales and penetration rates in August and September due to the expiration of the federal electric vehicle tax credit on September 30 [4][119]. - **European Market**: Europe's new energy vehicle market had a relatively strong growth, with cumulative sales of 2.442 million from January to August, a year - on - year growth rate of 30.8% [4][119]. - **North American Market**: The North American market had relatively slow growth in the early stage, with a cumulative sales of 1.205 million from January to August, a year - on - year growth rate of 4.8% (from January to September, cumulative sales were 1.399 million, with a year - on - year growth rate of 8.3%). The US had record - high sales and penetration rates in August and September [4][119]. - **Other Regions**: Other regions had a relatively high growth rate, with cumulative sales of 665,000 from January to August, a year - on - year growth rate of 50.6% [4][119]. 3.2.3 Power Battery Industry Chain - Data on power battery installation volume, export volume, weekly average price of battery cells, material cost, and the operating rates and prices of various battery materials are presented [79]. 3.2.4 Other Upstream Raw Materials - Data on the daily prices of raw materials such as rubber, glass, steel, and aluminum are presented [100]. 3.3 Hot News Summary 3.3.1 China: Policy Dynamics - The National Development and Reform Commission and other departments issued the "Three - Year Doubling Action Plan for the Service Capacity of Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities (2025 - 2027)", aiming to build 28 million charging facilities nationwide by the end of 2027, providing over 300 million kilowatts of public charging capacity to meet the charging needs of over 80 million electric vehicles. - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology organized the formulation and revision of relevant regulations to improve the access requirements for vehicle production enterprises and products, promote the improvement of product quality and safety, and adapt to the development trend of the automotive industry [108][109]. 3.3.2 China: Industry Dynamics - In September, China's automobile sales were 3.226 million, a year - on - year increase of 14.9%, and new energy vehicle sales were 1.604 million, a year - on - year increase of 24.6%. From January to September, automobile production and sales were 24.333 million and 24.363 million respectively, with year - on - year increases of 13.3% and 12.9%. New energy vehicle production and sales were 11.243 million and 11.228 million respectively, with year - on - year increases of 35.2% and 34.9%. - In September, automobile exports were 652,000, a year - on - year increase of 21%, and new energy vehicle exports were 222,000, a year - on - year doubling. From January to September, automobile exports were 4.95 million, a year - on - year increase of 14.8%, and new energy vehicle exports were 1.758 million, a year - on - year increase of 89.4%. - From October 1 - 12, new energy vehicle retail sales decreased by 1% year - on - year, and cumulative retail sales this year increased by 23% year - on - year. - In September, China's power battery installation volume was 76 GWh, a year - on - year increase of 39.5%. From January to September, the cumulative installation volume was 493.9 GWh, a year - on - year increase of 42.5% [110][111][112][113][114]. 3.3.3 Overseas: Policy Dynamics - Germany extended the electric vehicle tax exemption period from the end of 2030 to the end of 2035 and will launch a new pure - electric vehicle subsidy plan in 2026, with a maximum subsidy of 4,000 euros. This is a resumption of support for electric vehicle purchases since the end of the previous subsidy policy in December 2023 [4][120]. 3.4 Industry Views - In the domestic market, from October 1 - 12, new energy vehicle retail sales decreased by 1% year - on - year, and cumulative retail sales this year increased by 23% year - on - year. In September, new energy vehicle sales were 1.604 million, a year - on - year increase of 24.6%, and cumulative sales were 11.228 million, a year - on - year increase of 34.9%. - Policy - wise, the goal is to build 28 million charging facilities nationwide by the end of 2027. - In the global market, from January to August, new energy vehicle sales increased by 30.6% year - on - year. Europe and other regions had strong growth, while the North American market had relatively slow growth. Germany extended the tax exemption period and will restart the subsidy policy [3][4][118][119][120]. 3.5 Investment Suggestions - China's new energy vehicle market penetration rate has reached a high level. In 2025, high - competitiveness new models are continuously launched, and price wars are ending. - Overseas markets face trade protectionism risks, so attention should be paid to new growth points such as the Belt and Road countries and the Middle East. - In the competitive landscape, domestic brands' market share is expanding, and attention should be paid to companies with strong product strength, smooth overseas expansion, and stable supply [5][121].

Core Insights - Chinese passenger cars, especially new energy vehicles (NEVs), are rapidly expanding into global markets, with a cumulative export of 3.64 million units in the first eight months of the year, representing a year-on-year increase of 14.5% [1] - NEVs have become the main driver of export growth, with their export share rising by 15 percentage points to 41% in the same period, marking the entry of Chinese passenger cars into the "new energy" era [1] Export Performance - BYD's exports surged by 130% year-on-year to 601,000 units, leading the export rankings among Chinese car manufacturers [1] - Traditional automakers like Chery and SAIC maintained steady export growth due to established overseas operations, while new entrants like Xpeng and Leapmotor achieved significant breakthroughs with exports of 25,000 and 31,000 units respectively [1] - In contrast, Tesla's exports fell by 23% during the same period, highlighting the rise of Chinese automakers in the global export landscape [1] Regional Market Growth - Chinese passenger cars have seen rapid growth in key markets such as the EU, ASEAN, West Asia, and Africa, with NEVs showing particularly strong performance [2] - In the EU, NEV exports from China increased by 32% year-on-year, indicating strong adaptability and competitiveness in various global markets [2] - The EU is projected to experience a rebound in NEV penetration rates in 2025, providing significant opportunities for Chinese automakers [2][3] ASEAN Market Dynamics - The ASEAN market is characterized by a diverse landscape of local and Chinese brands, with NEV sales expected to reach 229,000 units in 2024, a 55% increase year-on-year [4] - By mid-2025, NEV penetration rates in Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia are projected to reach 37%, 28%, and 14% respectively, with Chinese brands gaining significant market share [4] Latin America Market Position - In the relatively low-base Latin American market, Chinese passenger cars have achieved remarkable growth, particularly in the NEV segment [5] - BYD's market share in the Latin American NEV sector increased from 60% to 77% between 2023 and mid-2025, with models like Song Plus and Dolphin driving this growth [5] Strategic Responses to Trade Barriers - Despite strong export momentum, trade barriers pose challenges, including tariffs and anti-subsidy measures [5] - Chinese automakers are adopting strategies such as "capacity going abroad + localized operations" to mitigate the impact of trade policies, including establishing overseas factories and joint ventures [5]

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Equity Research 14 October 2025 | 1:34PM CST China Automobiles: Expert call on Golden Week Pulse Check - 30%-40% wow store traffi c improvement, yet 15% yoy order decline On Oct 13, we hosted an expert call with Mr. Sun (Founder of Car Fans channel) to discuss the latest auto and NEV market demand trends during this Golden Week holiday. Key takeaways: (1) The expert observed 30%-40% store traffic growth wow, yet -15% yoy order decline from major NEV brands during this Golden Week Holiday period, and expects ...

Core Insights - In September, the national retail sales of passenger cars reached 2.241 million units, marking a year-on-year increase of 6.3% and a month-on-month increase of 11% [1][5] - Cumulatively, retail sales for the year reached 17.01 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.2% [1][5] - The growth rate of retail sales has shown a pattern of "low at the beginning, high in the middle, and flat at the end" throughout the year, with a notable slowdown in growth from July to September [1][5] Retail Market Performance - In September, the wholesale volume of passenger cars reached 2.8 million units, setting a new historical high for the month, with a year-on-year increase of 12% [8][30] - The cumulative wholesale volume from January to September was 20.79 million units, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 13% [8][30] - The retail sales growth rate in September was significantly lower than the wholesale growth rate, indicating a divergence in market dynamics [28][30] Production Trends - Passenger car production in September reached 2.84 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 17% and a month-on-month increase of 16% [12][30] - Cumulatively, production for the year reached 20.73 million units, with a year-on-year growth of 14% [12][30] Inventory Dynamics - In September, overall inventory for passenger cars increased by 70,000 units, contrasting with a decrease of 120,000 units in the same month last year [14][30] - The industry experienced a total inventory reduction of 220,000 units from January to September this year, compared to a reduction of 900,000 units in the same period last year [14][30] Promotional Activities - The promotional intensity for new energy vehicles increased to 10.2% in September, reflecting a slight rise compared to previous months [17][25] - Traditional fuel vehicles maintained a promotional level of 23.9%, showing stability over the past ten months [19][25] - Luxury vehicle promotions reached 27.7%, indicating a growing competitive landscape in the high-end market [21][25] Market Segmentation - In September, retail sales of self-owned brands reached 1.5 million units, with a year-on-year increase of 12% and a month-on-month increase of 13% [29][30] - The market share of self-owned brands in domestic retail reached 66.9%, up 3.6 percentage points year-on-year [29][30] - The retail performance of mainstream joint venture brands declined by 6% year-on-year, while the market share of German brands decreased by 2.3 percentage points [30][30] New Energy Vehicle Insights - The penetration rate of new energy vehicles in domestic retail reached 57.8% in September, supported by favorable policies and market dynamics [34][30] - The wholesale penetration rate for new energy vehicles was 53.5%, an increase of 4.4 percentage points compared to September 2024 [34][30]

Core Insights - In September, China's passenger car production, retail, and export volumes reached historical highs for the month, with retail sales at 2.241 million units, a year-on-year increase of 6.3% [1] - The retail penetration rate of new energy passenger vehicles rose to 57.8%, up 5 percentage points from the same period last year, indicating stable growth supported by policies such as tax exemptions [2][4] Group 1: Market Performance - The retail sales of new energy passenger vehicles in September increased by 15.5% year-on-year to 1.296 million units, maintaining a penetration rate above 50% for the seventh consecutive month since March [2] - The sales of pure electric passenger vehicles reached 826,000 units in September, showing a year-on-year growth of 28.5% and a month-on-month increase of 19.8% [5] - The overall passenger car market in the first nine months of the year saw cumulative retail sales of 17.005 million units, a year-on-year increase of 9.2% [7] Group 2: Segment Analysis - The market share of pure electric vehicles has significantly increased, while the growth rates of plug-in hybrid and range-extended vehicles have slowed down, indicating a shift in consumer preference [4][5] - The sales distribution for September was approximately 64% for pure electric vehicles, 28% for plug-in hybrids, and 8% for range-extended vehicles [5] Group 3: Company Performance - Among the top domestic automakers, Geely, BYD, and SAIC have achieved over 70% of their sales targets for the year, with Geely's cumulative sales reaching 2.17 million units, achieving a target completion rate of 72% [8] - New energy vehicle startups have shown a clear differentiation in sales target completion rates, with companies like XPeng and Leap Motor exceeding 75% [8] - The market share of domestic brands in retail reached 64.8%, an increase of 5.9 percentage points compared to the previous year, highlighting the growth of domestic brands in both the new energy and export markets [8]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese automotive market is highly competitive, with no permanent winners, as evidenced by the rapid shift in sales leadership from Tesla's Model Y to Geely's Xingyuan in the A0 electric vehicle segment [3][4]. Summary by Sections New Model Launch - Geely's Xingyuan has launched its 2026 model, maintaining a price range of 68,800 to 98,800 yuan, with a promotional price of 65,800 to 95,800 yuan. The new model features two versions with ranges of 310 km and 410 km, and includes standard configurations such as CATL battery cells and an intelligent cockpit system [3][4]. Market Trends - The A0 electric vehicle segment is experiencing rapid growth, with the penetration rate of new energy vehicles in the A0 market rising from 68.5% last year to 71.5% in the first eight months of this year, and exceeding 74% in August [3][4]. Sales Performance - Since its launch in October last year, Geely's Xingyuan has seen a significant increase in sales, with over 46,000 units sold in August alone and nearly 240,000 units sold in the past six months, making it the best-selling vehicle across all categories [4][5]. Competitive Landscape - The influx of competitors into the A0 electric vehicle market is intensifying, with new models such as Wuling's Bingguo S and MG's MG4 entering the market, both offering competitive pricing and superior range compared to Geely's Xingyuan [4][5]. Market Dynamics - In the A0 electric vehicle segment, the key competitive factors are product cost-effectiveness rather than brand loyalty or emotional value, indicating that the market competition is far from reaching a conclusion [5].