Summary of Conference Call on Optical Module Sector Industry Overview - The optical module sector is experiencing significant growth, particularly in the North American market, which is outperforming expectations. Domestic leading companies are still undervalued despite their strong performance [1][2] - The AI era is enhancing the technological attributes of optical module companies, leading to faster iteration cycles and a more stable market structure [1][2] Key Companies and Performance - Leading companies such as Xuchuang and NewEase have shown excellent performance, with notable increases in net profit margins and revenue growth [2][3] - The optical module market is expected to see a substantial increase in demand, with predictions of 50 million units needed by 2025 and 100 million by 2027, particularly for 800G and 1.6T modules [1][6] Market Dynamics - The development of CPUs is directly impacting the performance of optical module companies, with varying progress across different regions [4][7] - Traditional electrical switches are being gradually replaced by OCS (Open Compute Switch) switches, which have begun to receive bulk orders [4][9] Demand Drivers - The demand for 1.6T and 800G optical modules is driven by AI inference and training needs, with major tech companies increasing their order requirements [5][6] - The construction of large-scale GPU clusters is enhancing the demand for related hardware, including optical modules and switches [5][10] Valuation and Investment Outlook - Despite significant price increases for leading optical module companies, their valuations remain relatively low, suggesting continued investment potential [10][11] - Recommendations include leading companies in the optical module sector, such as Zhongji Xuchuang and NewEase, as well as upstream companies benefiting from CPU development [11][12] Technological Developments - OCS technology is gaining traction due to its low cost and low power consumption, which is expected to increase its penetration in data center switches [9] - Companies like Google are firmly advancing OCS, and recent orders for related technologies indicate a growing market [9] Conclusion - The optical module sector is poised for growth driven by AI and technological advancements, with leading companies maintaining strong performance and favorable valuations, making them attractive investment opportunities [1][11]