Company Overview - Zhongjie Automotive, listed on the ChiNext board on April 25, 2023, with an issue price of 16.5 yuan per share, has seen its stock price increase by over 193%, resulting in a market capitalization of approximately 5.9 billion yuan [1] - The company specializes in the research, production, and sales of precision automotive thermal management system components, with its main products including automotive air conditioning heat exchangers, oil coolers, heat pump systems, and battery coolers [2][6] Financial Performance - For the reporting period, Zhongjie Automotive's revenue was approximately 713 million yuan, 822 million yuan, and 978 million yuan, with corresponding net profits of 78.32 million yuan, 82.51 million yuan, and 95.26 million yuan [3] - The company expects to achieve revenue of approximately 240 million to 270 million yuan in Q1 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.76% to 26.86%, and a net profit of 19 million to 23 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 39.25% to 68.57% [3] Gross Margin Analysis - The comprehensive gross margins for the reporting period were 23.95%, 22.35%, and 24.58%, with fluctuations attributed to factors such as exchange rate volatility, rising shipping costs, and increasing raw material prices [3] - In comparison to peers, Zhongjie Automotive's gross margin of 24.58% in 2024 is lower than Bond Holdings (41.98%) and Sanhua Intelligent Control (27.47%), but higher than Yinlun Holdings [5] Customer Concentration and Market Reach - The company has a high customer concentration risk, with sales to the top five customers accounting for 62.28%, 60.18%, and 63.16% of total sales during the reporting period [6] - Zhongjie Automotive's products are utilized by major global automotive brands, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Tesla, with over 80% of its revenue coming from international sales [6] Inventory and Supply Chain Considerations - The company's inventory values at the end of each reporting period were approximately 178 million yuan, 264 million yuan, and 310 million yuan, representing a significant portion of current assets [6] - The rapid growth of inventory raises concerns about capital occupation and potential impairment risks due to market price declines [6]