Group 1 - The semiconductor industry is showing signs of recovery in the first half of 2025, driven by explosive growth in AI technology and domestic consumption subsidies stimulating demand for new devices [1] - In Q2 2025, the top ten global foundries reported a combined revenue of 41.718 billion, a quarter-on-quarter increase of 14.6% [3] - TSMC's revenue reached 30.239 billion in Q2 2025, with a market share increase of 2.6 percentage points to 70.2%, while other major players experienced a decline in market share [1][3] Group 2 - Chinese foundries are focusing on scaling mature processes, with significant recovery in capacity utilization rates for SMIC, Huahong, and GlobalFoundries in the first half of 2025 [4] - Huahong's capacity utilization rates exceeded 100% in all quarters of 2024, reaching 102.7% and 108.3% in Q1 and Q2 of 2025, respectively [4] - Huahong's revenue for the first half of 2025 was 8.018 billion, a year-on-year growth of 19.09%, ranking second among major domestic foundries [5] Group 3 - Huahong's capital expenditure in the first half of 2025 was 918.6 million, with 854.6 million allocated for the construction of Fab 9 [5] - Huahong announced plans to acquire a 97.4988% stake in Huali Micro through a share issuance and cash payment, aiming to enhance its operational capabilities [6] - The acquisition is expected to complement the strengths of both companies, potentially boosting Huahong's performance further [6]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - No relevant information provided. 2. Core View of the Report - The high-speed mixed-signal chip industry has broad growth prospects. The demand for high-definition video chips in emerging application scenarios such as 4K/8K ultra-high-definition video, AR/VR, and the metaverse is growing explosively. Global AI and HPC demand is also driving the growth of high-speed signal chips. The company will focus on high-definition video processing and high-speed signal transmission technologies, increase R & D investment in automotive, HPC, and micro-display chips, and expand market share [26]. 3. Summary According to Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Research Basic Situation - The research object is Longxun Co., Ltd. The reception time is May 20, 2025. The listed company's reception personnel include the chairman, general manager FENG CHEN, independent directors Xie Guangjun and Chen Lai, board secretary Zhao Yu, and financial director Wei Yongxiang [16]. 3.2 Detailed Research Institutions - The reception object is all investors participating in the online performance briefing of Longxun Co., Ltd. for the first quarter of 2025 [19]. 3.3 Research Institution Proportion - No relevant information provided. 3.4 Main Content Data - **Reasons for slow revenue growth in Q1 2025**: Affected by holidays, traditional industry off - seasons, and insufficient production capacity of some models, some business orders were not released. The company is optimizing the supply chain system [23]. - **Automotive chip business**: The company has 8 chips certified by AEC - Q100. In 2024, the business of bridge chips in automotive HUD and infotainment systems increased. The in - vehicle SerDes chipset is in full - scale market promotion, with some fields in mass production and others in prototype verification [24]. - **Profitability in Q1 2025**: The total operating revenue was 109 million yuan, a year - on - year increase of 4.52%. The gross profit margin was 54.43%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was 2.85092 million yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 8.06%. The non - recurring profit and loss net profit was 2.11283 million yuan, a year - on - year decrease of 8.93%. The net cash flow from operating activities was 1.80137 million yuan, compared with - 3.55247 million yuan in the same period last year. R & D investment was 2.75914 million yuan, accounting for 25.31% of operating revenue, a year - on - year increase of 23.24% [24]. - **Profit growth points**: In 2025, the company will focus on core technologies, optimize R & D platforms, increase R & D investment in automotive, HPC, and micro - display chips, and expand market share in new products. It will also promote new products in automotive electronics and ultra - high - definition display [25]. - **Industry performance in Q1 2025**: The semiconductor industry has seasonality, and Q1 is usually a relative off - season. The national subsidy policy has promoted the growth of the consumer electronics business [25]. - **Industry development prospects**: The high - speed mixed - signal chip industry has broad growth prospects, driven by emerging application scenarios and AI/HPC demand [26].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q4 2024, total revenue reached approximately USD 89 million, exceeding guidance of USD 80 million, resulting in year-over-year growth of approximately 81% [8][35] - For the full year, revenue was nearly USD 270 million, up 27.4% year over year [8] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 was USD 19.3 million, marking the first EBITDA profitability since the market downturn began two years ago [25][45] - Cash flow from production and operations turned positive, generating USD 17 million in Q4 [47] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Mining machine sales contributed USD 73 million in Q4, up 64% year over year, with 9,100,000 terahash per second of computing power sold, a record high [9][40] - Mining revenue reached USD 15.3 million in Q4, an increase of 313% year over year, with 186 Bitcoins mined, up 84% year over year [12][35] - The A15 series became the main product, with over 17,000 units delivered in Q4, primarily to public mining companies in North America [37] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - North America accounted for approximately 40% of mining machine sales, reflecting successful expansion in the region [9][10] - The price of Bitcoin rose from USD 61,000 at the beginning of the quarter to USD 93,000 at the end, positively impacting mining profitability [7][45] - The total network hash rate increased from 622 exahash per second to 842 exahash per second during Q4 [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to reach 10 exahash per second in North America and 15 exahash per second globally by mid-2025 [15][36] - New cooperation agreements were signed to expand mining capacity in Pennsylvania and Texas, expected to increase North American hash rate to approximately 4.7 exahash per second [16][36] - The company is focused on R&D and product innovation, with plans to launch the A16 series mining machines [23][24] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed a cautious outlook for Q1 2025 due to market volatility and uncertain economic conditions, expecting revenue of approximately USD 75 million [28][51] - The company remains optimistic about the second half of 2025, anticipating improved demand and pricing conditions [62][65] - Management highlighted the complementary nature of Bitcoin mining and AI applications, suggesting potential for growth in both sectors [57] Other Important Information - The company has established 26 service stations worldwide to improve customer service and support [85] - By the end of Q4, Bitcoin holdings reached a record high of 12.93 Bitcoins, with a fair market value of approximately USD 123 million [49][50] - The company is actively managing its supply chain to mitigate potential regulatory impacts and ensure production capacity [22][21] Q&A Session Summary Question: Update on site acquisition activity and power infrastructure - The company is actively seeking sites in energy-rich regions across North America and has secured sufficient resources to support its deployment plan [55][56] Question: Overall demand and second half outlook - The company reported strong sales performance in Q4 and anticipates larger numbers in Q2 and Q3, contingent on Bitcoin prices and the economic environment [60][62] Question: ASIC orders and foundry partner backlog - The company is gradually increasing production but is not placing orders at maximum capacity due to market conditions [72][74] Question: Improvements in ASIC technology for A16 - The A16 ASIC will utilize advanced technology and design optimizations to achieve significant performance improvements [75][76] Question: North American customer pipeline and sales funnel - The company has secured major clients in North America, with orders from this region representing about 40% of product sales revenue in 2024 [89][90]