Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for Lenovo, with expectations of outperforming the market in the next 12-18 months [18]. Core Insights - Lenovo achieved record-breaking performance in 1Q FY26, with total revenue growing 22% year-on-year to US$18.8 billion and non-HKFRS net profit also increasing by 22% to US$389 million, reflecting strong execution amid AI opportunities [6][7]. - All major business segments showed comprehensive growth, with the Intelligent Devices Group (IDG) generating US$13.5 billion in revenue (up 18% YoY), the Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) posting US$4.3 billion (up 36% YoY), and the Solutions & Services Group (SSG) reaching US$2.3 billion (up 20% YoY) [7][9][10]. - The AI strategy has yielded significant results, with a focus on technological innovation and a strong R&D investment of US$524 million in Q1, representing a 10% increase YoY [8][9]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Total group revenue reached US$18.8 billion, a historical high, with a 22% YoY increase; non-HKFRS net profit rose to US$389 million [6][7]. - Operating cash flow was US$1.2 billion, the highest in the past 11 quarters, and cash balance increased by 15% YoY to US$4.5 billion [6][7]. Business Segments - IDG revenue was US$13.5 billion, with PC business growing 19% and global market share at 24.6%; AI PCs accounted for over 30% of shipments [7][9]. - ISG revenue surged to US$4.3 billion, with AI server revenue doubling and liquid cooling technology achieving 100% heat dissipation efficiency [7][9]. - SSG recorded a revenue high of US$2.3 billion, with an operating profit margin of 22% and strong demand for hybrid cloud and AI solutions [7][9]. Regional Growth - Revenue in the China market grew 36% YoY, driven by AI PCs and infrastructure businesses; APAC (excluding China) rose 39% [9]. - North America’s PC market share increased for 9 consecutive quarters, while the smartphone premiumization strategy expanded global market share [9]. Operational Efficiency - Lenovo optimized its operational system by balancing in-house production and ODM outsourcing, maintaining China as the core manufacturing hub [10]. - Non-PC businesses accounted for 47% of revenue, with IDG maintaining an industry-leading profit margin of over 8% [10].