Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage on Dongfang Electronics with a "Buy" rating and sets a target price of RMB 12.6, corresponding to a 20X PE for 2025 [1][7][5]. Core Views - Dongfang Electronics is a pioneer in power automation in China, achieving a revenue CAGR of 14.4% from 2008 to 2024, and is expected to maintain a revenue growth rate of 12% to 20% from 2025 to 2027 due to steady domestic grid investment and overseas expansion [1][15][5]. - The company is well-positioned in its core business segments, including smart distribution, scheduling, and transmission automation, which collectively account for 80-90% of its revenue [2][15]. - The virtual power plant segment presents significant growth potential, with expected revenue growth rates of 30%, 50%, and 50% from 2025 to 2027, driven by favorable policies and the company's technological advantages [4][20][19]. Summary by Sections Business Overview - The basic business segments of smart distribution, scheduling, and transmission automation are expected to benefit from steady growth in domestic grid investment, with revenue growth projected at 12% to 20% from 2025 to 2027 [2][15]. - The company holds a leading position in various sub-segments, including smart meters, where it ranks fourth in market share, and in scheduling, where it has a high market position and technical barriers [2][15]. Financial Performance - The company's contract liabilities have shown significant growth, reaching RMB 3.632 billion by the end of Q1 2025, indicating strong future performance support [3][15]. - Return on equity (ROE) has improved from 7.2% in 2018 to 14.1% in 2024, with expectations to reach 16.2% by 2027 due to scale effects [3][15]. Market Differentiation - The report highlights a market underestimation of the virtual power plant space and the company's advantages, suggesting substantial growth opportunities [4][19]. - The company has established itself as a leader in power automation, with a comprehensive product offering across the power sector, including smart grid and renewable energy solutions [21][15]. Growth Projections - Forecasted net profits for the parent company are RMB 8.40 billion, RMB 9.99 billion, and RMB 11.80 billion for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding EPS of RMB 0.63, RMB 0.75, and RMB 0.88 [5][11]. - The company is expected to maintain a stable gross margin of around 32%-34%, benefiting from its high barriers to entry and strong market position [26][15].