Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call Industry Overview - The aviation engine industry is on an upward trend, with revenue increasing from over 30 billion RMB in 2019 to over 80 billion RMB by 2024. However, profits are expected to decline in 2024 due to changes in the competitive landscape and one-time pricing adjustments leading to lower gross margins [1][3] - 2025 is anticipated to be a pivotal year for the aviation engine industry, with new models gradually ramping up production to offset declines in main models, alongside growth in the maintenance and commercial engine markets [1][6] Company Insights Huqin Technology - Huqin Technology, a leader in special stealth materials, has not performed as expected in stock price but remains technically advanced. It is projected to see significant changes by 2026, with revenue in the first half of this year already matching last year's total [1][7][13] - The company has actively diversified its business through the establishment and acquisition of subsidiaries, aiming to reduce reliance on a single revenue source [1][9] AVIC Heavy Machinery - AVIC Heavy Machinery has seen stable revenue but increased operating costs, leading to a significant one-time provision and a decline in net profit. The company is currently undergoing an adjustment period, but long-term prospects remain optimistic [1][8] - The company’s operating profit dropped from 1.6 billion RMB to 860 million RMB, indicating challenges in the current market environment [5][8] Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) - AECC reported total revenue of 47.88 billion RMB in 2024, with core factory revenues totaling approximately 56 billion RMB, indicating internal offsets. Financial expenses have significantly increased, reflecting a weaker position in the industry, but improvements are expected [4][18] - The company faces high contract liabilities and is gradually digesting prepayments, with inventory issues expected to be resolved this year. Future profitability is anticipated to come from aftermarket maintenance and refurbishment services [4][19] Financial Performance - The aviation engine industry has experienced a divergence between revenue and profit due to changes in the competitive landscape and one-time pricing adjustments. For instance, AVIC Heavy Machinery's operating costs increased by about 1 billion RMB in 2024, leading to a drop in net profit margin [5][8] - Huqin Technology's revenue has grown from less than 50 million RMB in 2018 to over 1.1 billion RMB in 2024, despite experiencing fluctuations in profit [12][13] Future Outlook - The aviation engine industry is expected to rejuvenate by 2030, driven by new model demand and growth in the commercial engine market [6] - Huqin Technology is projected to break through its current bottleneck and achieve rapid growth starting in 2026, with expectations of maintaining a growth rate of over 30% [13][14] - AECC's stock performance has lagged behind indices, but it is still considered to have significant research value and investment potential, with a market cap expected to rise from 18 billion RMB to 30-50 billion RMB [14][20] Conclusion - Despite facing challenges in recent years, both Huqin Technology and AECC are viewed as having strong long-term investment potential due to their strategic positioning and market demand growth [20]