Iochpe-Maxion (MYPK3) 2025 Investor Day August 26, 2025 08:00 AM ET Company ParticipantsPieter Klinkers - President & CEOMark Gerardts - CEO - Maxion WheelsModeratorHello and good morning. Thank you very much for attending this event and thank you very much for following everything online. We are now going to start another Investor Day for Yoshpi Maxeon. It's with great joy that we host you here today. It's a great opportunity for us to advance along with the company and establish this relationship with all ...

Industry Rating - The industry investment rating is "Outperform the Market" [1][1] Core Insights - The European new energy vehicle market is reaching a turning point driven by stringent carbon emission assessments and the cyclical nature of vehicle models [2] - The EU's policies, including the ban on fuel vehicles and tiered carbon reduction targets, are creating rigid constraints that push for electrification [2][8] - Major automakers are accelerating their electric vehicle (EV) strategies to meet upcoming carbon targets, with significant growth in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales [3][19] Policy and Market Dynamics - The EU's tightening carbon reduction policies are compelling automakers to expedite their transition to new energy vehicles [7] - The EU has set ambitious carbon emission targets, including a ban on new fuel vehicles by 2035 and specific CO2 emission limits for new cars starting in 2025 [8][11] - The introduction of the ZLEV coefficient incentivizes manufacturers to increase the share of zero and low-emission vehicles in their fleets [15] Automaker Performance - Volkswagen delivered 465,500 BEVs globally in the first half of 2025, with a significant contribution from Europe, achieving a year-on-year growth of 89% [3][32] - Stellantis has improved its market share in Europe, ranking first in the hybrid market and second in the BEV market, supported by a multi-platform strategy [3][33] - Renault's BEV sales in Europe increased by 88% in Q1 2025, with a focus on affordable models and a strong platform strategy [3][42] Supply Chain and Component Manufacturers - Companies like Minth and Weimars are benefiting from the growth in the new energy vehicle supply chain, with significant revenue increases projected [4][49] - Minth's battery box business is expected to generate 5.338 billion yuan in revenue in 2024, reflecting a 50.96% year-on-year growth [4][48] - Weimars is positioned as a leading supplier in the domestic market, with a market share of 29.41% in the third-party vehicle charging market [4][52] Future Outlook - The report anticipates continued growth in the European new energy vehicle market, driven by regulatory pressures and technological advancements [2][19] - The performance of key players in the supply chain is expected to improve as the demand for new energy vehicles rises [4][59]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "BUY" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside in the stock price [6][11]. Core Insights - The company is a global automotive parts supplier, ranked 70th among the top automotive parts companies worldwide, with partnerships with major clients such as Stellantis, Daimler, Volkswagen, Tesla, BYD, and Geely. The company is expected to benefit from its global presence and strong supply chain management [7]. - The traditional business segments (plastic parts, aluminum parts, and metal trims) provide stable cash flow, while the battery box business is projected to grow over 30% this year. The company is also entering emerging industries such as humanoid robots and low-altitude economy sectors, which could further expand its growth potential [7][8]. - The company’s revenue is expected to reach 23.1 billion RMB in 2024, with a projected net profit of 2.74 billion RMB in 2025, reflecting year-over-year growth rates of 18%, 17%, and 15% for the following years [8][10]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company operates in the automotive industry, with a current stock price of HKD 25.96 and a market capitalization of 17.844 billion HKD. The stock has seen a significant increase of 145.01% over the past year [3][4]. Financial Performance - The company’s revenue is projected to grow from 20.524 billion RMB in 2023 to 34.104 billion RMB in 2027, with a gross profit margin of 28.94% expected in 2024, an increase of 1.7 percentage points year-over-year [10][12]. - The net profit is forecasted to increase from 1.903 billion RMB in 2023 to 3.692 billion RMB in 2027, with corresponding EPS growth from 1.654 RMB to 3.205 RMB over the same period [10][12]. Emerging Business Segments - The company is actively developing humanoid robots and low-altitude flying vehicles, with strategic partnerships established for component development. The humanoid robot market is expected to reach 21 billion RMB by 2030, with the company aiming for over 10% market share [7][8].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that Minth Group is experiencing a strong recovery in profitability, with overseas business returning to growth despite increased competition in the domestic market [1] - According to Jianyin International, the gross margin for Minth Group is expected to continue recovering this year, with the battery casing business gross margin projected to expand to nearly 24% [1] - The proportion of lower-margin battery casings is expected to increase from approximately 23% in 2023 to 30%, 35%, and 41% in 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [1] Group 2 - According to CICC, the EU's new energy passenger vehicles have shown strong growth, with pure electric vehicle registrations increasing by 26.1% year-on-year to 701,000 units, achieving a penetration rate of 15.4% [2] - In the UK, pure electric vehicle registrations increased by 33.4% year-on-year, indicating a robust market for electric vehicles [2] - The company is expected to achieve high revenue growth in its battery box business in the first half of 2025, driven by strong sales of pure electric vehicles in both Europe and China [2]

Core Viewpoint - CICC reports that Minth Group (00425) has seen significant growth in both European and domestic new energy vehicle sales, which is expected to drive high revenue growth in the company's battery box business for 1H25. The net profit estimates for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 7% and 5% to CNY 2.9 billion and CNY 3.35 billion respectively. The current stock price corresponds to 9.4x and 8.0x P/E for 2025E and 2026E, maintaining an outperform rating with a target price increase of 11% to HKD 30.5, indicating a 21% upside potential from the current price [1]. Group 1 - In the first five months of 2025, European new energy vehicle sales have shown strong growth, with pure electric vehicle registrations increasing by 26.1% year-on-year to 701,000 units, achieving a penetration rate of 15.4%, up 3.3 percentage points year-on-year. Plug-in hybrid sales rose by 15% to 375,000 units, and the UK saw a 33.4% year-on-year increase in pure electric vehicle registrations [2]. - In China, the passenger car production and wholesale volume achieved double-digit growth in 1H25, with pure electric vehicle wholesale sales increasing by 40.9% year-on-year. The company is well-positioned in both the European and Chinese markets, which are key for its battery box business [2]. Group 2 - The company is expected to maintain a gross margin of 28.9% in 2024, up 1.5 percentage points year-on-year, with stable growth in gross margins across its main businesses. The company anticipates maintaining high gross margins in 2025, supported by high capacity utilization and stable raw material prices [3]. - The company has seen a steady decline in management and R&D expense ratios since 2023, with 2024 management and R&D expense ratios at 7.1% and 6.3% respectively. The company is expected to generate significant free cash flow in 2024 and resume dividends [3]. - The company is actively exploring new business areas, including humanoid robots, low-altitude aircraft, and wireless charging. A partnership with Zhiyuan Robotics was announced on March 20, 2025, focusing on smart exterior and electronic skin technology, wireless charging for humanoid robots, and flexible intelligent manufacturing solutions [3].

Company Overview - The company, Sensata Technologies, is a global leader in automotive exterior and body structural components, operating in 14 countries with 77 factories and 4 product lines (plastic parts, aluminum parts, metal trims, battery boxes) [1] - It serves over 70 automotive brands, including BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla, and has undergone three development phases: initial nurturing, lightweight transformation and globalization, and innovative development [1] - In 2020, the company restructured into four major business units and has become one of the largest suppliers of battery boxes and body structural components globally [1] Operational Turning Point - Capital expenditure is slowing down, indicating a clear trend of profit recovery [2] - The traditional main business has solidified its technical and customer advantages [3] - The metal trim segment is projected to generate revenue of 5.49 billion yuan in 2024, with a gross margin of 27.8% [3] New Business Development - The company has formed a strategic partnership with Zhiyuan Robotics, focusing on smart exteriors, electronic skin, integrated joint assemblies, and wireless charging, which may create new revenue growth opportunities [1] Financial Forecast - Revenue is expected to reach 27.1 billion yuan in 2025, 32.1 billion yuan in 2026, and 38.0 billion yuan in 2027, with net profit projected at 2.72 billion yuan, 3.19 billion yuan, and 3.74 billion yuan respectively [2] Capital Expenditure and Profitability - Capital expenditure as a percentage of revenue is expected to drop to 8% in 2024, the lowest in a decade, leading to positive free cash flow of 778 million yuan [3] - Gross margin is forecasted to rise to 28.94% in 2024, with net margin at 10.26% and ROE at 11.97%, benefiting from improved capacity utilization and cost control [3] Business Structure Optimization - Battery box revenue is projected at 5.34 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 23.1% of total revenue, while traditional businesses (metal trims, plastics, aluminum) will maintain a combined revenue share of 70.3% [3] - The plastic segment is expected to generate 5.87 billion yuan in revenue with a gross margin of 25.1%, expanding into smart exterior integrated products [3] - The aluminum segment is projected to achieve revenue of 4.92 billion yuan with a gross margin of 33.3%, recognized by major clients like BMW and Tesla [3] Key Growth Drivers - The battery box business is expected to experience significant growth, particularly in the European market, with projected revenue of 5.338 billion yuan in 2024, driven by EU carbon emission policies [3] - The company has a competitive advantage in technology with its extrusion molding solution, which offers better airtightness and lower iteration costs compared to integrated die-casting [3] - Domestic market share is expected to rise to 15%-19% in 2023, positioning the company in the first tier, with localized operations reducing costs and fostering deep collaborations with clients like BMW and Daimler [3] - The gross margin for battery boxes is anticipated to improve to 21.43% in 2024, as capacity utilization increases, further enhancing profitability [3]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, marking the first coverage of the stock [5]. Core Insights - The company is positioned at a turning point in its operations, with a clear recovery in profitability and a slowdown in capital expenditures [2][4]. - The battery box business is identified as a significant growth driver, with strong momentum expected [2][4]. - Strategic collaboration in the robotics sector is anticipated to create a new growth curve for the company [3]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company is a leading global supplier of automotive exterior and structural components, operating in 14 countries with 77 factories and a diverse product line [1]. - It has evolved through three major development phases: initial establishment, lightweight transformation, and innovative development [1][14]. Operational Turning Point - Capital expenditure is projected to decrease, with the ratio of capital expenditure to revenue falling to 8% in 2024, the lowest in a decade [32][46]. - The company expects a recovery in gross margin and return on equity (ROE), with 2024 gross margin at 28.94% and net margin at 10.26% [32][41]. Traditional Business Segments - The traditional business segments, including metal trims, plastic parts, and aluminum components, continue to show stable growth [53]. - Revenue from metal trims is projected at 54.9 billion yuan with a gross margin of 27.8% in 2024 [53]. - The plastic segment is expanding into smart exterior integrated products, with revenue expected to reach 58.7 billion yuan and a gross margin of 25.1% [57]. Key Growth Segment: Battery Boxes - The battery box segment is expected to generate 53.4 billion yuan in revenue in 2024, marking a 51% increase year-on-year [61]. - The European market for new energy vehicles is anticipated to drive significant growth in this segment, with the company positioned as a key supplier [64]. Robotics Business Expansion - The company has formed a strategic partnership with Zhiyuan Robotics, focusing on smart exteriors and integrated solutions, which is expected to contribute to new revenue streams [3]. Financial Forecast and Investment Recommendations - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 271 billion yuan, 321 billion yuan, and 380 billion yuan, respectively, with net profits of 27.2 billion yuan, 31.9 billion yuan, and 37.4 billion yuan [4].

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Minth Group (425.HK) and Top Group (601689.CH) [2][4] - Top Group is given an "Accumulate" rating with a target price of 59.1 CNY [8] Core Insights - Minth Group is projected to achieve total revenue of 23.15 billion CNY in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.8%, with a net profit of 2.32 billion CNY, up 21.9% [2] - Top Group is expected to realize operating revenue of 26.6 billion CNY in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 35.02%, with a net profit of 3.001 billion CNY, up 39.52% [6][8] - Both companies are focusing on optimizing operational efficiency and expanding into new markets, including electric vehicle wireless charging and robotics [3][7] Summary by Sections Minth Group - The company has improved its gross margin to approximately 28.9%, up 1.5 percentage points year-on-year, driven by increased profitability in its plastic and battery box segments [2] - Cash flow has improved, allowing the company to resume dividends and share buybacks, reflecting management's confidence in future growth [4] Top Group - The company has faced challenges such as increased competition and raw material price fluctuations, but has managed to maintain a net profit margin of 11.3%, up 0.4 percentage points year-on-year [6] - Plans for capacity expansion include new factories in China and Mexico, with a focus on the rapidly growing robotics sector [7][8]

Summary of Conference Call Notes Industry or Company Involved - Financial Industry - Automotive Parts Industry - Robotics Industry - New Energy Industry (specifically Solar Power) - Industrial Sector Key Points and Arguments Financial Industry Insights - Recent research conducted in coastal cities regarding export impacts and financial industry perspectives was discussed [1] Automotive Parts Industry - Automotive parts exported to the U.S. typically involve FOB contracts, where car manufacturers bear tariffs. Tariffs previously exceeding 100% caused temporary halts, but operations have resumed [2] - Component manufacturers are unlikely to shift production overseas unless requested by clients, as domestic production remains profitable compared to establishing factories in Mexico or Southeast Asia [2] Robotics Industry - Various components for robotics are being developed, including structural parts, motors, sensors, and actuators. However, significant project implementation is still pending [3] - Chinese suppliers may still engage in the U.S. robotics market if they establish overseas manufacturing facilities [3] New Energy Industry - The cooling segment experienced a 28% growth in Q1, driven by domestic air conditioning replacement demand and pre-tariff exports to the U.S. [4] - The company Topu is expected to generate an additional revenue of 5 to 6 billion from domestic EV clients, with Tesla's sales being a significant variable affecting overall performance [4] Industrial Sector - The industrial sector is experiencing a growth range of 20% to 50% in revenue and profits, supported by domestic consumption and export demand [6] - The impact of tariffs is anticipated to be delayed, with a 90-day grace period allowing for recovery in downstream shipments [6][7] - The automation sector is expected to see a decline in growth rates due to reduced domestic investment and increased competition from overseas suppliers [8] Market Trends and Predictions - The automation market is shifting towards domestic brands like Huichuan, which are gaining market share due to increasing localization [9] - The engineering machinery sector is entering an upward cycle, although growth potential is not as high as in previous cycles [10][11] - The humanoid robotics market is still far from commercialization, but progress is being monitored for potential catalysts [11] Solar Power Industry Insights - Concerns regarding the solar manufacturing sector's overcapacity and the impact of government policies on new installations were highlighted [13] - Predictions for China's solar installation capacity in 2025 have been revised down from 280 GW to a range of 230-250 GW, primarily due to changes in centralized power station forecasts [14][16] - The overall electricity demand growth in China is projected to remain around 6%, supported by ongoing projects in renewable energy [19] Regulatory and Market Dynamics - The energy market is undergoing changes with new pricing mechanisms and regulations affecting the profitability of solar projects [20][21] - The long-term outlook for coal-fired power prices is declining, but experts predict that commercial electricity prices may remain stable or slightly increase [23][24] Conclusion - The conference call provided insights into various industries, highlighting growth opportunities and challenges, particularly in the context of tariffs, market dynamics, and regulatory changes. The focus on domestic production and localization trends is evident across sectors, with a cautious outlook on international trade impacts.