Core Insights - Ningbo Jifeng Automotive Parts Co., Ltd. reported a slight decline in revenue for the first half of 2025, with total revenue of 10.523 billion yuan, down 4.39% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to shareholders surged by 189.51% to 154 million yuan [1] - The revenue decline was attributed to the sale of Toledo Molding & Die LLC's performance in the previous year, not due to core business weakness, indicating successful asset optimization and strategic adjustments [1] - The company’s emerging business, particularly the passenger car seat segment, showed remarkable growth, with revenue reaching 1.984 billion yuan, doubling year-on-year due to sustained investment and market expansion [1] Business Performance - The customer base of the company has diversified, covering overseas luxury car manufacturers, domestic new energy vehicle leaders, traditional high-end joint ventures, and top independent car manufacturers [2] - As of July 31, 2025, the company secured 24 designated projects in the passenger car seat sector, with a total lifecycle value between 95.94 billion yuan and 100.64 billion yuan [2] - The company has increased its R&D personnel for passenger car seats by approximately 175 people as of June 30, 2025, and has applied for a total of 180 patents, with 103 already granted [2] Capacity Expansion - The company has made significant progress in capacity construction for passenger car seats, with multiple production bases completed and operational, including locations in Hefei, Changzhou, Wuhu, Fuzhou, Yiwu, Tianjin, and Changchun [3] - The company is collaborating with its subsidiary Grammer Aktiengesellschaft to advance global seat business, with a new production base in Southeast Asia already operational and a European base under construction [3] - The company’s proactive approach in R&D and market expansion has positioned it well to meet increasing market demands for seat comfort and intelligence [3] Emerging Business Growth - In addition to passenger car seats, the company’s other emerging businesses also performed well, with intelligent air vent revenue reaching 136 million yuan and car refrigerator revenue approximately 77 million yuan in the first half of 2025 [3] - The company has secured 13 orders for car refrigerator products and has successfully gained project designations for hidden door handle products from various clients [3] - The company’s strategy of diversifying product offerings while focusing on specific product details has enhanced its competitive edge in the market [4]