Core Viewpoint - Horizon Robotics (9660.HK) stands out in the increasingly competitive smart automotive technology sector in China, boasting a nearly 80% gross margin and launching its latest generation products into mass production [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue increase from 1.55 billion to 2.38 billion yuan, a growth of 53.6%, driven by a strong project pipeline and demand for advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving (AD) solutions [3][4]. - Gross margin improved by nearly 7 percentage points to 77.3%, compared to 70.5% in 2023, reflecting a favorable shift in sales structure [4][6]. Product Development and Market Position - Horizon Robotics launched its Horizon SuperDrive (HSD) and Journey 6 series processing hardware, which are expected to be key growth drivers, with anticipated shipments exceeding 10 million units this year [6][7]. - The company secured over 100 new model designations last year, bringing the total to 310 across more than 40 automotive brands, indicating strong market acceptance [3][5]. Revenue Composition - The share of revenue from licensing and services increased from 62% in 2023 to nearly 70%, highlighting the higher profit margins associated with these segments compared to product solutions [5][6]. - The company delivered 2.9 million solutions last year, with a cumulative delivery of 7.7 million units, showcasing robust operational performance [3][4]. Strategic Partnerships - Horizon Robotics established a joint venture with Volkswagen in 2023, positioning itself as a key supplier of smart automotive technology in China, alongside partnerships with major domestic and international automotive brands [6][7]. Research and Development - Despite high gross margins and rapid sales growth, the company remains in a loss position due to significant R&D investments, which rose from 2.37 billion to 3.16 billion yuan, a 33% increase [7]. - Adjusted operating losses narrowed to 1.5 billion yuan in 2024 from 1.69 billion yuan the previous year, indicating progress towards profitability [7].

2024年，公司毛利率77.25%，同比+6.7pct，主要受收入组合变化，尤其是利润率较高的授权及服务收 入占比上升推动，分业务来看，汽车产品解决方案、授权及服务业务、非车解决方案毛利率分别 46%/92%/23%，同比分别+2/+3/+10pct。2024年，公司三费率为176.36%，同比-25.81pct。 智通财经APP获悉，国信证券发表研报称，2024年，地平线机器人-W(09660)实现总收入为23.8亿元， 同比增长53.6%；净利润为23.5亿元。2024年公司经调整经营亏损14.95亿，相比2023年的16.87亿元有所 收窄。2024年，公司推出征程6系列处理硬件，旨在为公司的高级辅助驾驶及高阶自动驾驶解决方案赋 能，2025年2月开始生产征程6处理硬件。截至目前，地平线征程6系列已正式由BYD天神之眼C率先搭 载量产，并将持续在超20家车企及品牌的智驾平台实现规模化落地。此外，基于公司专有处理硬件， HSD已获多个领先的OEM品牌指定集成到其战略车型，预计将于2025年第三季度开始量产。 国信证券观点如下： 2024年公司实现营业收入23.8亿元，同比增长54% 2024年，地平线机器 ...