Core Viewpoint - The Chinese rubber machinery industry has entered a high-level adjustment period after experiencing rapid growth in 2024, characterized by slight revenue growth, declining profits, and significant export increases [1] Revenue Growth - The rubber machinery industry achieved a slight revenue increase of 6.5% in the first half of the year, with total sales revenue reaching 58.1 billion yuan among 19 major enterprises, translating to an estimated industry total of 85 billion yuan, reflecting a growth rate of 5.2% [2][3] - The growth in revenue is primarily driven by orders carried over from 2024, but the overall growth rate has significantly slowed compared to previous years [2] Profit Decline - The industry is facing a notable decline in profitability, with many leading companies experiencing either revenue growth without profit increase or declines in both revenue and profit [4] - For instance, Soft Control Co. reported a revenue of 38.81 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.33%, but its net profit fell by 23.84% [4] - The decline in profits is attributed to intensified competition, changes in U.S. tariff policies, and exchange rate fluctuations, with Soft Control facing a foreign exchange loss of 11.75 million yuan, an increase of 45% year-on-year [4][5] Export Growth - The export market has emerged as a significant highlight for the industry, with export delivery value reaching 27.1 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 76.7%, contributing to an estimated total export revenue of 5.1 billion USD, up 72.9% [6] - Exports now account for 45.9% of the industry's total sales revenue, an increase of 14.6 percentage points from the previous year, indicating that foreign orders are becoming the core driver of industry growth [6] - Companies like Soft Control, Dalian Rubber Plastic Machinery, and Tianjin Sai Xiang have shown strong export performance, with Soft Control's foreign business revenue reaching 12.08 billion yuan, a growth of 78.75% [6] Market Dynamics - The export market is diversifying, with increased orders from Europe, America, and Africa, reflecting a shift in global tire production capacity [6] - The industry is expected to maintain an export growth rate of over 20% in 2025, which will help mitigate domestic adjustment pressures [6][7]