Summary of XiZi Clean Energy Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: XiZi Clean Energy - **Industry**: Clean Energy Equipment and Solutions Key Points Financial Performance - Revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 was 4.33 billion RMB, a slight decrease year-on-year due to delays in the Nigeria gas turbine project, impacting revenue by approximately 300 million RMB and gross profit by about 80 million RMB [3][3] - Net profit for the same period was 226 million RMB, with a non-recurring net profit of 180 million RMB, showing significant growth in non-recurring profit compared to the previous year [3][3] - Gross profit margin remained stable at around 19.33%, with a target to exceed 20% for the year [3][3] - Operating cash flow reached 348 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 129% [4][4] Order Composition and Market Position - New orders totaled 4.054 billion RMB in the first three quarters, with significant contributions from: - Waste heat boilers: 1.2 billion RMB - Clean energy equipment: 1.426 billion RMB - Solutions: 1.94 billion RMB - Spare parts and services: 492 million RMB - Total backlog of orders reached 5.884 billion RMB, expected to exceed 6 billion RMB by year-end [2][5] - The company aims to capture 60-70% of the domestic market share in the gas-fired waste heat boiler sector [5][5] International Market Expansion - XiZi Clean Energy is actively expanding into overseas markets, particularly in Southeast Asia and countries along the Belt and Road Initiative, with overseas orders expected to reach approximately 1.4 billion RMB in 2024, accounting for 23-24% of total orders [2][6] - The company faced challenges during the pandemic but has seen a resurgence in overseas project opportunities since 2023 [6][6] North American Market Dynamics - The development of the North American computing power market has significantly increased equipment demand, with planned gas-fired power project capacity in the U.S. rising from 1.62 GW this year to 3 GW next year [8][8] - XiZi Clean Energy plans to collaborate with major companies like NE and GE, focusing on subcontracting due to increased tariffs from the U.S.-China trade war [9][9][10] - The company can cover 70-80% of the total cost of gas turbine waste heat boiler orders, with core pressure components making up 65-66% of total costs [11][11] Nuclear Power Business Development - Nuclear power has become a key growth area, with plans to achieve 300-500 million RMB in orders in 2026 through partnerships with major players like China National Nuclear Corporation and State Power Investment Corporation [15][16] - The company aims to enhance its supply chain capabilities and expand its market share in the nuclear sector, which has a market size of approximately 5 billion RMB [20][20] Energy Storage Initiatives - XiZi Clean Energy is focusing on molten salt energy storage applications, participating in multiple projects and planning to commercialize new storage technologies in 2026 [22][24] - The company has been involved in various molten salt storage projects since 2018, generating approximately 500 million RMB in new orders annually [22][22] Market Outlook and Strategy - The domestic market for new gas installations is expected to decline, with a cautious outlook for 2026, while overseas markets are projected to grow by over 20% [14][14] - The company is developing new KPIs for the upcoming year to clarify order guidance for 2026 [14][14] Competitive Landscape - In the domestic waste heat boiler market, key competitors include Huaguang Huaneng, Hailu Heavy Industry, and Huagi Energy [7][7] - Globally, Chinese manufacturers are gaining market share, with Chinese waste heat boiler products accounting for about 20% of the global market [7][7] Conclusion - XiZi Clean Energy is strategically positioned to leverage growth opportunities in both domestic and international markets, particularly in the clean energy and nuclear sectors, while navigating challenges posed by trade tariffs and market competition. The focus on innovative energy storage solutions and partnerships will be crucial for future growth.