Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" outlook on the high-speed copper-clad laminate resin materials industry [5]. Core Viewpoints - The demand for high-speed resin materials is driven by the explosive growth of AI servers, which require advanced materials to meet higher electrical performance standards [7][10]. - Domestic resin manufacturers are positioned to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the AI server market, with companies like Dongcai Technology and Shengquan Group leading the way in high-end electronic resin production [3][11]. Summary by Sections 1. Introduction - The development of AI models necessitates high-performance hardware, leading to increased demand for advanced materials. Traditional epoxy resins are inadequate for the electrical performance required by AI servers, prompting the shift to low-dielectric resins such as BMI, PPO, and hydrocarbon resins [10][11]. 2. AI Server Volume and Upgrades - The global AI server shipment is projected to grow by approximately 46% in 2024, with further growth expected in 2025. This surge will drive demand for high-speed copper-clad laminates and, consequently, high-end electronic resins [12][29]. 2.1. Performance Requirements Driving Material Upgrades - AI servers require materials that minimize signal loss and energy dissipation, leading to a preference for low Dk and Df materials. The shift from traditional epoxy resins to advanced materials is essential for meeting these performance standards [15][22]. 2.2. Demand Space Estimation for High-Speed Resins - The estimated market size for high-speed resin materials is projected to reach around 3 billion yuan by 2026, driven by the increasing demand from AI servers and upgraded server platforms [28][29]. 2.3. Opportunities from Industry Concentration and Market Changes - The concentration of the copper-clad laminate industry in mainland China presents opportunities for domestic resin suppliers to enter and expand in the market, especially as the demand for high-speed laminates grows [31][32]. 3. High-End Electronic Resins with High Technical Barriers - The high-end electronic resin market is characterized by significant technical barriers, with leading companies in Japan and the US currently dominating the sector. However, domestic companies are making strides in developing competitive products [40][41]. 3.1. BMI Resins: Domestic Companies Making Progress - Domestic manufacturers like Dongcai Technology and Shengquan Group are advancing in the production of BMI resins, with significant capacity and growth projections [49][50]. 3.2. PPO Resins: Awaiting Demand from M7 and M8 High-Speed Boards - The development of PPO resins is crucial as demand for M7 and M8 high-speed boards increases, with domestic companies actively working on improving production capabilities [51][64].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [5]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 10.02 billion yuan for 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 9.9%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 870 million yuan, also up by 9.9%. The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 830 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12.7% [4][8]. - In Q4 alone, the company achieved a revenue of 2.87 billion yuan, which is an 18.1% increase year-on-year and a 13.6% increase quarter-on-quarter. The net profit for Q4 was 290 million yuan, down 6.6% year-on-year but up 15.2% quarter-on-quarter [4][8]. - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 4.5 billion yuan, proposing a payout of 5.5 yuan per 10 shares [4][8]. - For Q1 2025, the company forecasts a net profit attributable to shareholders between 200 million and 215 million yuan, indicating a year-on-year increase of 45.6% to 56.5% [4][8]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company's synthetic resin products, advanced electronic materials, and biomass products generated revenues of 5.34 billion yuan, 1.24 billion yuan, and 960 million yuan, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 4.3%, 4.7%, and 11.7% [8]. - The total sales volume for these products was 696,000 tons, 69,000 tons, and 217,000 tons, with respective year-on-year increases of 8.9%, 1.1%, and 23.6% [8]. - The gross profit margins for these segments were 20.7%, 27.4%, and 14.3%, with slight changes year-on-year [8]. Business Segments - The company’s two main businesses, phenolic resin and casting materials, showed stable growth in market share. In 2024, phenolic resin sales reached 529,000 tons, up 8.4% year-on-year, while casting resin sales were 174,000 tons, up 10.4% [8]. - The company is focusing on expanding its advanced electronic materials segment, particularly in high-frequency and high-speed resins, to meet the growing demand driven by AI server performance upgrades [8]. Future Outlook - The company is expected to see significant performance contributions from its PPO, porous carbon, and biomass projects as they reach full production capacity. Forecasted net profits for 2025 to 2027 are 1.27 billion yuan, 1.57 billion yuan, and 1.99 billion yuan, respectively [8].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a revenue of 10.02 billion yuan for 2024, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 9.9%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 870 million yuan, also up by 9.9% [1] Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 2.87 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 18.1% and a quarter-on-quarter increase of 13.6% [1] - The net profit for Q4 was 290 million yuan, down 6.6% year-on-year but up 15.2% quarter-on-quarter [1] - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 4.5 billion yuan, with a proposed payout of 5.5 yuan per 10 shares [1] - For Q1 2025, the company expects a net profit attributable to shareholders between 200 million and 215 million yuan, indicating a year-on-year increase of 45.6% to 56.5% [1] Product Performance - In 2024, the company’s synthetic resin products generated revenue of 5.34 billion yuan, advanced electronic materials 1.24 billion yuan, and biomass products 960 million yuan, with respective year-on-year growth rates of 4.3%, 4.7%, and 11.7% [2] - The sales volume for synthetic resin products was 696,000 tons, advanced electronic materials 69,000 tons, and biomass products 217,000 tons, with year-on-year growth rates of 8.9%, 1.1%, and 23.6% [2] - The gross profit margins for these segments were 20.7%, 27.4%, and 14.3%, with year-on-year changes of 0.0 percentage points, 1.4 percentage points, and 8.8 percentage points respectively [2] Market Position and Strategy - The company’s phenolic resin product sales reached 529,000 tons in 2024, up 8.4% year-on-year, while casting resin product sales were 174,000 tons, up 10.4% year-on-year [3] - The company is focusing on developing new applications and expanding into new fields to increase revenue, sales, and market share in the phenolic resin sector [3] - In the casting materials sector, the company is leveraging a full industry chain approach to address overcapacity issues and is targeting key sectors such as new energy vehicles and aerospace [3] Innovations and Future Growth - The company is accelerating the production of high-value-added products in advanced electronic materials, with new production lines for PPO and hydrocarbon resins coming online [4] - The company is also advancing its battery materials business, focusing on the development of silicon-carbon and hard carbon negative materials [4] - The Daqing biomass project resumed production in June 2024 and is expected to achieve a balance between production and sales by the end of the year [4] Growth Outlook - The company is positioned as a leader in synthetic resins, with stable profit contributions from electronic chemicals and biomass chemicals, which are expected to open up growth opportunities [5] - The expected performance for 2025 to 2027 is projected to be 1.27 billion, 1.57 billion, and 1.99 billion yuan respectively [5]