Core Viewpoint - Xiaomi reported a strong 2Q25 performance with total revenue of 116 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 30.5% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 4.2%, alongside an adjusted net profit growth of 75.4% to 10.8 billion RMB [1] Group 1: Automotive Business - In 2Q25, automotive deliveries reached a record high of 81,302 units, with revenue increasing by 14% quarter-on-quarter to 20.6 billion RMB [2] - The gross margin for smart electric vehicles and AI-related innovations rose from 15.4% in the same period last year to 26.4%, driven by scale effects, reduced core component costs, and a higher proportion of high-end model deliveries [2] - The company anticipates that the automotive business may achieve profitability in a single quarter or month in the second half of the year, supported by its high-end strategy [2] Group 2: Smartphone and IoT/Internet Business - The smartphone business faced challenges with revenue declining by 2.1% year-on-year to 45.5 billion RMB, and gross margin contracting to 11.5% due to intense competition in overseas markets [3] - IoT business revenue grew by 44.7% year-on-year to 38.7 billion RMB, driven by high-value smart home appliances, which saw a 66.2% increase [3] - Internet services continued stable growth with a 10.1% year-on-year revenue increase to 9.1 billion RMB, maintaining a high gross margin of 75.4% [3] Group 3: Financial Forecast and Valuation - Due to weak global smartphone demand, revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 were lowered by 2.2%/0.5%/0.2%, while net profit forecasts were raised by 9.5%/4.3%/7.8% to 44.31 billion RMB, 52.63 billion RMB, and 67.12 billion RMB respectively [3] - The target price is set at 65.4 HKD based on SOTP valuation, corresponding to a 30x PE for 2026, reflecting an adjustment from the previous target of 67.8 HKD [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Xiaomi Group with a target price of HKD 65.4, down from the previous HKD 67.8 [1][4][14]. Core Insights - Xiaomi's total revenue for Q2 2025 reached RMB 116 billion, representing a year-on-year growth of 30.5% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 4.2%. Adjusted net profit grew by 75.4% to RMB 10.8 billion [1][4]. - The overall gross margin for the group was 22.5%, up 1.8 percentage points year-on-year but down 0.3 percentage points from Q1 2025 [1]. - The automotive business showed strong performance with a gross margin of 26.4%, benefiting from scale effects and a higher proportion of high-end model deliveries [2][3]. Summary by Sections Automotive Business - Q2 2025 saw a record delivery of 81,302 vehicles, with revenue increasing by 14% quarter-on-quarter to RMB 20.6 billion. The gross margin for the automotive segment improved significantly from 15.4% to 26.4% year-on-year [2]. - The company is optimistic about the automotive business's profitability, especially with its high-end strategy, and anticipates potential profitability in upcoming quarters [2][3]. Smartphone/IoT/Internet Business - The smartphone segment faced challenges, with revenue declining by 2.1% year-on-year to RMB 45.5 billion and a gross margin contraction to 11.5% [3]. - IoT revenue grew by 44.7% year-on-year to RMB 38.7 billion, driven by high-value smart home appliances, maintaining a strong gross margin of 22.5% [3]. - Internet services continued to show stable growth, with a 10.1% year-on-year revenue increase to RMB 9.1 billion and a high gross margin of 75.4% [3]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - Due to weak global smartphone demand, revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 were adjusted downwards by 2.2%, 0.5%, and 0.2%, respectively. However, net profit forecasts were raised by 9.5%, 4.3%, and 7.8% for the same period [4]. - The target price of HKD 65.4 corresponds to a 30x PE ratio for 2026, reflecting the company's strong IoT and AI ecosystem value [4][14]. Financial Metrics - The report projects a revenue increase to RMB 479.9 billion in 2025, with a net profit of RMB 44.3 billion, representing a 62.2% year-on-year growth [9][12]. - The gross margin is expected to stabilize around 22.7% in 2026, with a projected net profit margin of 9.1% [12][13].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [8] - The target price is set at HKD 71.20 [8][9] Core Insights - The company's revenue for Q1 2025 reached a historical high of RMB 111.3 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 47% [1] - Adjusted operating profit increased by 114% year-on-year to RMB 9.96 billion [1] - The IoT and automotive business showed strong gross margins, with the IoT revenue growing by 58.7% year-on-year to RMB 32.3 billion [2] - The automotive segment's gross margin improved to 23.2%, benefiting from increased scale [3] - The smartphone average selling price (ASP) reached a record high of RMB 1,211, with a gross margin of 12.4% [4] Summary by Sections Revenue and Profitability - Q1 2025 revenue was RMB 111.3 billion, a 47% increase year-on-year [1] - Adjusted operating profit for Q1 2025 was RMB 9.96 billion, up 114% year-on-year [1] - IoT revenue reached RMB 32.3 billion, with a gross margin of 25.2%, up 5.4 percentage points year-on-year [2] Automotive Business - The company delivered 75,869 units of the SU7 series in Q1 [3] - The automotive segment reported a gross margin of 23.2%, exceeding expectations [3] - The first SUV, YU7, is expected to launch in July 2025, with a focus on consumer feedback post-launch [3] Smartphone Segment - The smartphone ASP reached RMB 1,211, marking a 5.8% year-on-year increase [4] - The smartphone business maintained a gross margin of 12.4% [4] - The launch of self-developed chips is anticipated to enhance the company's high-end market share [4] Valuation and Future Outlook - The target price of HKD 71.20 is based on a sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation method, reflecting the growth potential in IoT and automotive sectors [5][17] - The forecasted net profit for 2025 is adjusted to RMB 40.99 billion, with a projected growth rate of 50.06% [7][15] - The report anticipates a continued increase in IoT revenue, projecting a 24% year-on-year growth for 2025 [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [8] - The target price is set at HKD 71.20 [8][9] Core Insights - The company's revenue for Q1 2025 reached a historical high of RMB 111.3 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 47% [1] - Adjusted operating profit increased by 114% year-on-year to RMB 9.96 billion [1] - The IoT and automotive business showed strong gross margins, with the smartphone ASP reaching a record high [1] - The launch of self-developed chips is seen as a significant step for the brand in expanding its ecosystem [1] Summary by Sections IoT and Consumer Products - In Q1 2025, IoT and consumer products revenue grew by 58.7% year-on-year to RMB 32.3 billion, with a gross margin of 25.2% [2] - The growth is attributed to the rapid expansion of large home appliances, which saw a revenue increase of 113.8% year-on-year [2] - The forecast for the IoT business is a 24% year-on-year revenue growth in 2025, with an adjusted gross margin prediction of 23.8% [2] Automotive Business - The automotive division reported a gross margin of 23.2%, exceeding previous forecasts [3] - The company delivered 75,869 units of the SU7 series in Q1, although the division incurred an operating loss of RMB 500 million [3] - The first SUV, YU7, is expected to launch in July 2025, with consumer feedback being a key focus [3] Smartphone Business - The smartphone ASP for Q1 2025 was RMB 1,211, marking a 5.8% year-on-year increase [4] - The smartphone business maintained a gross margin of 12.4%, reflecting stability despite a weak overall market [4] - The introduction of self-developed chips is anticipated to enhance the company's market share in the high-end smartphone segment [4] Financial Projections - The company’s projected revenue for 2025 is RMB 495.1 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 35.3% [7] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to reach RMB 40.99 billion in 2025, representing a 50.1% increase [7] - The report adjusts the non-GAAP net profit estimates for 2025-2027 to RMB 41.0 billion, RMB 51.3 billion, and RMB 63.2 billion respectively [5] Valuation Methodology - The target price of HKD 71.20 is based on a sum-of-the-parts (SOTP) valuation method, assuming a long-term exchange rate of HKD to RMB at 0.92 [17] - The valuation reflects a 41x PE ratio for the 2025 forecast [17] - The smartphone and IoT business is valued at HKD 44.9 per share, while the automotive business is valued at HKD 26.3 per share [19]