Core Viewpoint - Huide Technology (603192.SH), a leading company in the domestic polyurethane resin industry, plans to raise up to 580 million yuan through a private placement to expand its production capacity for polyurethane new materials, reinforcing its industry leadership position [1][3]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Huide Technology's total revenue reached 2.671 billion yuan, a decrease of 1.51% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 95% to 125 million yuan [1][6]. - The company's main business gross margin improved to 14.24%, up by 2.89 percentage points year-on-year [1][7]. Production and Sales - The production volume of Huide Technology's three main polyurethane products reached 235,900 tons in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 6.55%, with sales volume at 233,800 tons, up by 3.16% [1][7]. - Despite a decline in product prices, the company achieved an increase in sales volume and gross margin through product structure optimization and cost management [1][7]. New Energy Sector - In 2024, the revenue from Huide Technology's new energy components business was 87.41 million yuan, marking a year-on-year growth of 42.06%, with production and sales volumes increasing by 82.80% and 72.59%, respectively [2][7]. - The company added 26 large-scale clients in the new energy sector, primarily in the power battery, automotive, and home appliance industries [8]. Capital Expansion Plans - Huide Technology's first private placement since its IPO in 2018 aims to raise funds for expanding production capacity in polyurethane new materials, with a total investment of 800 million yuan planned for the project [3][4]. - The project is expected to have an internal rate of return of 24.14% after tax, with a payback period of 5.30 years [4].