Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [1][6]. Core Views - The report highlights that the dry battery industry has significant demand characteristics and growth potential, with Anfu Technology expected to increase its stake in Nanfu Battery to 43% by 2026, which will have a substantial positive impact on performance [2][13]. Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to grow from 4,318 million yuan in 2023 to 5,822 million yuan in 2027, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 6.7% [4][19]. - Net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to rise from 116 million yuan in 2023 to 502 million yuan in 2027, with a notable increase of 131.3% in 2025 [4][19]. - Earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to increase from 0.55 yuan in 2023 to 2.38 yuan in 2027 [4][19]. - The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is projected to decrease from 65.80 in 2023 to 15.18 in 2027 [4][19]. Business Segments - The alkaline battery segment is expected to generate revenues of 38.72 billion yuan in 2025, with a stable gross margin of 54% [17][19]. - The carbon battery segment is projected to achieve revenues of 3.80 billion yuan in 2025, maintaining a gross margin of around 37% [17][19]. - Other battery types, including button batteries and rechargeable lithium batteries, are anticipated to generate revenues of 2.20 billion yuan in 2025, with a gross margin of 58% [18][19]. Industry Overview - The dry battery industry is characterized by strong demand and significant growth potential, driven by trends such as the proliferation of smart home devices and the aging population [2][13]. - The global retail market for zinc-manganese batteries is expected to exceed 12 billion USD by 2025, with a steady growth rate of over 1% annually until 2028 [13][19]. Strategic Actions - Anfu Technology is undergoing a strategic transformation by increasing its control over Nanfu Battery, which has maintained a market share of over 85% in the domestic alkaline battery market for 32 consecutive years [13][19]. - The company is actively optimizing its shareholding structure to enhance operational efficiency and market competitiveness [23][29].

Core Viewpoint - Anhui Anfu Battery Technology Co., Ltd. plans to issue shares and pay cash to acquire all equity interests of Anhui Anfu Energy Technology Co., Ltd. This acquisition is supported by an asset evaluation report conducted by Anhui Zhonglian Guoxin Asset Appraisal Co., Ltd. [1][6] Group 1: Company Overview - Anhui Anfu Battery Technology Co., Ltd. is a publicly listed company with a registered capital of 211.12 million RMB, established on May 7, 1999. Its business scope includes technology services, battery manufacturing, and sales [4]. - Anhui Anfu Energy Technology Co., Ltd. was established on October 28, 2021, with a registered capital of 296.72727 million RMB. The company focuses on technology services and battery manufacturing [4][5]. Group 2: Financial Performance - As of December 31, 2024, Anhui Anfu Energy's total assets amounted to 467,419.71 million RMB, with total liabilities of 111,809.59 million RMB and owner's equity of 355,610.12 million RMB [7]. - The consolidated financial performance for Anhui Anfu Energy over the past three years shows a net profit of 28,099.40 million RMB for the year ending December 31, 2024, with total revenues of 463,833.33 million RMB [5][6]. Group 3: Asset Evaluation - The asset evaluation includes all assets and liabilities of Anhui Anfu Energy, with a focus on both current and non-current assets. The evaluation report provides a detailed analysis of the company's financial health as of December 31, 2024 [7][8]. - The evaluation report indicates that the total book value of Anhui Anfu Energy's assets is 467,419.71 million RMB, with a breakdown of 99,619.80 million RMB in current assets and 367,799.91 million RMB in non-current assets [7][8]. Group 4: Investment and Shareholding - Anhui Anfu Battery Technology Co., Ltd. is the controlling shareholder of Anhui Anfu Energy Technology Co., Ltd., which is a key factor in the planned acquisition [6][9]. - The acquisition is part of a broader strategy to enhance the company's market position and operational capabilities in the battery manufacturing sector [6][9].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Anhui Anfu Battery Technology Co., Ltd., is responding to an inquiry from the Shanghai Stock Exchange regarding its asset acquisition and fundraising activities, specifically focusing on the evaluation of identifiable assets and goodwill recognition during its merger with Yajing Technology [1][2]. Group 1: Previous Restructuring - The company acquired 51% of Yajing Technology through its subsidiary Anfu Energy, recognizing goodwill of 2.906 billion yuan [1]. - The transaction counterparties committed to Yajing Technology's net profits from 2022 to 2024, with targets of 616.37 million yuan, 657.46 million yuan, and 698.56 million yuan respectively [1]. - The inquiry requests clarification on the identification of identifiable assets during the merger, the accuracy of goodwill recognition, and the cash flow reporting related to the acquisition [1][2]. Group 2: Asset Evaluation - The company engaged Zhonglian Guoxin to assess Yajing Technology's identifiable net assets as of January 31, 2022, with the fair value of identifiable assets including trademarks valued at 353.28 million yuan and patents at 48.02 million yuan [3][4]. - The assessment concluded that the company had fully identified the identifiable assets, including trademarks and patents, while long-term customer contracts could not be reliably measured and thus were not recognized [4][5]. - The fair value allocation of the merger consideration was based on the evaluation report, confirming the accuracy of the goodwill amount [5][6]. Group 3: Financial Projections - The revenue forecast for Nanfeng Battery, a subsidiary, shows projected revenues increasing from 3.384 billion yuan in 2023 to 5.159 billion yuan in 2026, with net profits expected to rise from 599.78 million yuan to 1.006 billion yuan over the same period [6][7]. - The profit-sharing rate for trademarks was determined to be 4.82%, while the profit-sharing rate for patents was calculated at 1.46% based on various factors including market conditions and technological advancements [8][9]. - The assessment of intangible assets included a detailed analysis of the economic lifespan of trademarks and patents, with the trademark's revenue expected to be perpetual and the patent's revenue projected until the end of 2031 [9][10].

Core Viewpoint - The company has shown steady operational performance with its core business, Nanfu batteries, continuing to drive growth, supported by recent share buybacks from executives and major shareholders [1][2]. Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the company achieved revenue of 1.378 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.80% [2]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 71 million yuan, up 10.01% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 70 million yuan, reflecting a 9.04% increase [2]. - The gross margin for Q1 2025 was 49.22%, a decrease of 1.64 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to an increase in export sales [3]. Cost Management - The sales expense ratio for Q1 2025 was 13.46%, down 1.93 percentage points year-on-year; the management expense ratio remained stable at 4.12%; the R&D expense ratio slightly increased to 2.07%; and the financial expense ratio significantly decreased from 1.41% to 0.39% due to reduced borrowing and lower interest rates [3]. Cash Flow and Market Position - The net cash flow from operating activities reached 309 million yuan in Q1 2025, a substantial increase of 64.50% year-on-year, highlighting the company's strong cash-generating capabilities [3]. - Nanfu batteries maintain a leading position in the domestic alkaline battery market, with a market share exceeding 80% for its 5 and 7 alkaline batteries [2]. Growth Prospects - The company is expanding its overseas market presence, with four new production lines set to contribute an annual capacity of 1 billion units, alleviating capacity constraints from growing export orders [2]. - There is significant market interest in the potential increase of Anfu Technology's stake in Nanfu batteries, which could enhance the company's performance if the ownership rises from approximately 26% to a higher level [3]. Investment Outlook - The company is expected to continue enhancing its profitability and cash flow, with projected net profits of 200 million yuan, 230 million yuan, and 250 million yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively [3]. - A cautious target price of 39.7 yuan is set based on a 23 times price-to-earnings ratio for 2025, with an estimated market value of approximately 8.4 billion yuan [3].