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Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for the company [5]. Core Insights - The company has established itself as a leading provider in the energy IoT sector, with a strong focus on international market expansion, particularly in regions along the Belt and Road Initiative [3][4]. - The company has demonstrated robust financial performance, with significant revenue and net profit growth driven by both domestic and international markets [3][30]. - The company is well-positioned in the market with a comprehensive product portfolio that spans the entire energy IoT value chain, enhancing its competitive advantage [4][47]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Founded in 2004, the company is one of the earliest entrants in the energy IoT market in China and was listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange's Sci-Tech Innovation Board in 2020 [3][20]. - The company emphasizes international business development and actively participates in energy IoT projects in Belt and Road countries, establishing stable business channels in Asia, Africa, and the Americas [3][4]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved total revenue of 2.745 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23.35%, and a net profit of 631 million yuan, up 20.07% [3][30]. - For the first half of 2025, the company reported revenue of 1.368 billion yuan, reflecting an 11.88% year-on-year growth, and a net profit of 305 million yuan, up 12.24% [3][30]. - The company forecasts revenues of 3.023 billion yuan, 3.456 billion yuan, and 4.055 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding net profits of 712 million yuan, 801 million yuan, and 925 million yuan [5][11]. Market Position and Product Portfolio - The company has a full industry chain layout, covering various levels of energy IoT, from application systems to data transmission management devices and intelligent monitoring terminals [4][47]. - The company has received multiple international certifications, including FCC and CE-RED, which support its international expansion strategy [4][5]. - The company’s products are recognized and certified in multiple international markets, with a focus on ASEAN countries, the Middle East, and stable African economies [4][5]. Growth Drivers - The overseas market is expected to become a significant growth driver, with the company increasing its overseas team and expanding production capacity [3][5]. - The company’s communication gateway products have become its largest revenue contributor, driven by increased investments in digital infrastructure by state-owned power companies [72][74]. - The company’s sensing layer products, particularly electric monitoring terminals, have shown sustainable growth, supported by increased investments in the power grid [51][55]. Profitability and Cost Management - The company’s gross margin has improved from 32.68% in 2018 to 39.74% in 2024, although it experienced a slight decline in 2024 due to revenue growth and structural changes [39][43]. - The company maintains stable cost control, with a decrease in the expense ratio from 14.34% in 2024 to 12.99% in the first half of 2025 [43][44].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [6]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 1.368 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.88%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 305 million yuan, up 12.24% year-on-year [1]. - The company has a strong order backlog, with new orders signed in the first half of 2025 amounting to 1.627 billion yuan, a growth of 8.31% year-on-year, and a total contract backlog of 3.956 billion yuan, up 12.63% year-on-year [3]. - The company is actively expanding its overseas business, with foreign revenue reaching 283 million yuan, accounting for 20.82% of total revenue, and showing a year-on-year increase of 25.75% [2]. - The company has successfully launched 36 new products and solutions, generating 642 million yuan in revenue, which constitutes 47% of total revenue, leveraging AI technology in its offerings [4]. - The company emphasizes shareholder returns, having completed a cash dividend of 5.2 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 250 million yuan, and has committed to maintaining a 40% dividend payout ratio over the next five years [5]. Financial Performance - The company achieved a net cash flow from operating activities of 178 million yuan in the first half of 2025, an improvement of 11.12% year-on-year [3]. - The company's net asset return rate stood at 9.18%, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 34.83% [3]. - The projected net profit for the years 2025 to 2027 is estimated at 767 million yuan, 931 million yuan, and 1.124 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 22, 18, and 15 times [6].

Core Viewpoint - The company has demonstrated steady growth in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, but the significant increase in accounts receivable raises concerns about cash flow management [1][12]. Financial Performance - Total revenue for the first half of 2025 reached 1.368 billion yuan, an increase of 11.88% year-on-year - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 305 million yuan, up 12.24% year-on-year - Non-recurring net profit was 298 million yuan, reflecting a 12.67% increase year-on-year [1]. Quarterly Data - In the second quarter, total revenue was 813 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4.9% - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 166 million yuan, up 3.18% year-on-year - Non-recurring net profit was 161 million yuan, reflecting a 3.27% increase year-on-year [2]. Key Financial Indicators - Gross margin was 39.02%, an increase of 1.37 percentage points year-on-year - Net margin was 22.3%, up 0.22 percentage points year-on-year - Operating expenses accounted for 5.44% of revenue, an increase of 10.24% year-on-year - Earnings per share were 0.62 yuan, reflecting a 10.71% increase year-on-year [10]. Accounts Receivable - Accounts receivable rose significantly to 2.214 billion yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 45.38% - The accounts receivable to profit ratio reached 351.02%, indicating potential pressure on accounts receivable management [4]. Cash Flow and Debt Situation - The company has healthy cash assets, with interest-bearing debt reduced, indicating good debt repayment capability - Net cash flow from operating activities was 178 million yuan, optimized by 11.12% year-on-year [5][11]. Revenue Composition - Main revenue sources include communication gateways (32.56%), electric monitoring terminals (28.92%), and communication modules (19.41%) - The highest gross margin was from communication gateways at 46.90% [6]. Development Strategy and Market Performance - The company adheres to a development strategy focused on global energy digitalization solutions - It is a core supplier for major state-owned power grids and has made significant progress in smart city initiatives, particularly in ASEAN, the Middle East, and emerging markets in Africa [7]. R&D and Shareholder Returns - R&D investment reached 103 million yuan, accounting for 7.6% of revenue, with 38 new patents and 55 software copyrights - The company has completed cash dividends for 2024, distributing 5.2 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 250 million yuan in dividends [8].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Strong Buy" investment rating for the company [2][4]. Core Views - The company focuses on digital power grids and smart cities, possessing comprehensive solutions for the energy IoT sector. With the acceleration of the new power system transformation and the promotion of smart city construction, domestic business is expected to continue expanding. Additionally, the company is actively seizing overseas development opportunities, particularly in emerging markets such as the Middle East and Southeast Asia, leading to anticipated high growth in overseas revenue [2][7]. - The company reported a revenue of 1.368 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.88%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 305 million yuan, up 12.24% year-on-year [1][2]. Financial Data and Valuation - The company’s total revenue is projected to reach 3.358 billion yuan in 2025, with a year-on-year growth rate of 22%. The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be 770 million yuan, also reflecting a 22% growth [3][14]. - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) is forecasted to be 1.57 yuan in 2025, with a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 22.0x [3][15]. - The overseas revenue for the first half of 2025 reached 283 million yuan, accounting for 20.82% of total revenue, with a year-on-year growth of 25.75% [7][14]. Business Expansion and Market Position - The company is enhancing its overseas localized production capacity, with the establishment of a manufacturing base in Indonesia and plans for factories in Saudi Arabia and Mexico. This dual approach of trade and localized production is expected to drive future growth in overseas business contributions [7][14]. - The report highlights that the national grid's investment in 2025 is expected to exceed 650 billion yuan, marking a historical high, which will significantly benefit the company as it participates in the construction of the new power system [7][14].