Group 1 - Shenyang has a strong industrial foundation and has played a significant role in the development of China's industry, being referred to as the "Republic's Equipment Department" due to its contributions [1] - The city has seen economic progress through industrial transformation and deepened reform, with the aviation cluster being recognized as a national advanced manufacturing cluster in 2024 [1] - Shenyang's government report emphasizes focusing on "military-civilian integration + low-altitude economy" to optimize the aviation industry structure and build an international first-class aircraft structural component R&D and production base [1] Group 2 - The rapid development of Shenyang's aviation industry has spurred growth in various sectors, including the domestic industrial mother machine industry, which is increasingly meeting the demand for domestic aviation and aerospace [2] - In 2023, Shenyang identified key directions for the aviation industry, focusing on complete assembly, major components, key parts, and airborne systems, while also developing the aerospace and space-related industries [2] - The development of the aviation industry is seen as a key engine for Shenyang's new round of stable growth, with expectations for continuous breakthroughs and achievements [2]

Group 1: Defense Spending and Market Context - China's defense spending for 2025 is projected to be 1,784.7 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 7.2%[2] - The defense budget has shown a consistent single-digit growth for ten consecutive years from 2016 to 2025[13] - The recent military conflict between India and Pakistan has heightened the focus on defense construction and military-related industries[2] Group 2: Aircraft Industry Insights - The C919 aircraft has over 1,400 orders, with an estimated order value exceeding 1 trillion yuan, scheduled for delivery between 2024 and 2031[42] - The value distribution in aircraft manufacturing shows that the airframe accounts for approximately 30%-35%, engines for 20%-25%, and onboard equipment for 25%-30%[29] - Global passenger turnover is expected to grow at an annual rate of 3.75%, with the global fleet projected to reach 48,931 aircraft by 2043, doubling from 24,077 in 2023[45] Group 3: Market Performance and Valuation - The median price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the new energy sector has increased by 7.72% to 37.6X[54] - The median P/E ratio for the electronic equipment sector rose from 55.1X to 56.0X, with the total market value increasing from 131.42 billion yuan to 139.8 billion yuan[57] - The median P/E ratio for the machinery sector increased from 55.8X to 58.7X, with total market value rising from 95.8 billion yuan to 102.28 billion yuan[63] Group 4: Notable Companies and Stock Performance - Among the top performers, Qifeng Precision saw a stock increase of 79.25%, followed by Huiwei Intelligent at 41.00% and Laisai Laser at 26.30%[49] - A total of 133 out of 146 companies in the North Exchange technology growth sector experienced stock price increases, with a median increase of 5.69%[49]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price not specified [6][17]. Core Views - The company experienced short-term performance pressure but is expected to see long-term growth in both military and civil aviation sectors [1][4]. - The company's 2024 revenue was 47.88 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 9.5%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 860 million yuan, a decrease of 39.5% [1][5]. - The fourth quarter of 2024 saw the highest quarterly revenue at 21.92 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 25.8%, but net profit dropped by 65.7% [2][3]. Financial Performance Summary - The overall gross margin for 2024 was 10.1%, down 1.03 percentage points year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 2.1%, down 1.42 percentage points [2][3]. - The revenue from the main product line, aviation engines and related products, was 44.99 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.0%, but the gross margin decreased to 9.5% [3][4]. - The company’s subsidiaries showed varied performance, with significant profit decline in the Southern Company, which reported a net profit of only 1.57 million yuan, down 96.5% year-on-year [3][4]. Future Outlook - The company is deeply involved in the development of domestic commercial engines and is expected to benefit from the growth of the domestic large aircraft industry [3][4]. - The company has signed a significant contract for 1,500 general aviation power products, valued at over 10 billion yuan, indicating strong market demand [3][4]. - Revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 47.69 billion yuan, 53.32 billion yuan, and 58.97 billion yuan respectively, with net profit estimates of 690 million yuan, 888 million yuan, and 1.17 billion yuan [4][5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating an expected relative return of over 20% within the next six months [6][17]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 47.88 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 9.5%, but the net profit attributable to shareholders was 860 million yuan, down 39.5% year-on-year, primarily due to increased R&D and financial expenses, as well as reduced investment income [1][4]. - The company is expected to benefit from the long-term development of military and civil aviation businesses, despite short-term performance pressures [3][4]. Financial Performance Summary - In Q4 2024, the company recorded its highest quarterly revenue of 21.92 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 25.8%, but the net profit dropped by 65.7% to 130 million yuan [2]. - The overall gross margin for 2024 was 10.1%, a decrease of 1.03 percentage points year-on-year, with a net margin of 2.1%, down 1.42 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - The revenue from the main product line, aviation engines and related products, was 44.99 billion yuan, up 10.0% year-on-year, while the gross margin for this segment was 9.5%, down 0.48 percentage points [3]. Business Development Insights - The company is deeply involved in the development of domestic commercial engines and is a key supplier of core components, which positions it to benefit from the growth of the domestic large aircraft industry [3]. - The company has signed a significant procurement contract for 1,500 general aviation power products, valued at over 10 billion yuan, indicating strong market demand [3]. Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 47.69 billion yuan, 53.32 billion yuan, and 58.97 billion yuan respectively, with net profit forecasts of 690 million yuan, 888 million yuan, and 1.17 billion yuan [4][5]. - The projected price-to-earnings ratios for 2025-2027 are 126.21x, 98.12x, and 74.46x respectively, reflecting the company's valuation outlook [4][5].