Core Viewpoint - The company reported a decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, with a notable drop in profitability metrics, indicating challenges in the current market environment [1] Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved revenue of 6.435 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 4.87% - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 181 million yuan, down 39.58% year-on-year - The gross margin was 6.89%, a decrease of 4.01 percentage points year-on-year - The net profit margin was 2.81%, down 1.61 percentage points year-on-year [1] - In Q2 2025, the company reported revenue of 3.441 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 9.72% but a quarter-on-quarter increase of 14.94% - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 91 million yuan, down 59.22% year-on-year but up 1.51% quarter-on-quarter - The gross margin was 7.38%, a decrease of 5.58 percentage points year-on-year but an increase of 1.05 percentage points quarter-on-quarter - The net profit margin was 2.64%, down 3.21 percentage points year-on-year and down 0.35 percentage points quarter-on-quarter [1] Industry Position and Product Development - In H1 2025, the company shipped over 930 tons of photovoltaic silver paste, with N-type silver paste accounting for 96% of the total - In Q2 2025, silver paste shipments approached 490 tons, reflecting an 11% quarter-on-quarter increase - The company maintained its market share and improved shipment volume due to increased operating rates in the downstream photovoltaic cell segment [2] - The company has successfully developed and shipped small quantities of copper paste products, with ongoing efforts in production equipment development and market education - The second generation of copper paste products is expected to launch in Q3 2025 [2] - The company is expanding its upstream supply chain to ensure stable raw material supply and reduce costs, focusing on the production of metal and inorganic powders [3] Investment Outlook - The company maintains a leading market share and a solid position as a paste leader, with new products expected to drive technological advancements - Profit forecasts have been adjusted, with expected net profits for 2025-2027 at 410 million, 527 million, and 642 million yuan respectively - The current market capitalization corresponds to price-to-earnings ratios of 33, 26, and 21 times for the respective years - A target price of 65.30 yuan is set based on a 30x PE for 2026, maintaining a "recommended" rating [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommendation" rating for the company, with a target price of 65.30 yuan [2][8]. Core Insights - The company continues to lead the industry in silver paste shipments and is actively expanding its product lineup, particularly in new materials [2][8]. - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 6.435 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 4.87%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 181 million yuan, down 39.58% year-on-year [8]. - The company’s silver paste shipments exceeded 930 tons in the first half of 2025, with a 96% share of N-type silver paste, indicating a stable increase in market share due to improved operating rates in the downstream photovoltaic cell segment [8]. - The company is also making strides in copper paste products, which have shown promising performance in reliability tests and are expected to launch a second-generation product in Q3 2025 [8]. - The company is enhancing its upstream supply chain to ensure stable raw material supply and reduce costs, which is expected to improve its market competitiveness [8]. Financial Summary - Total revenue projections for the company are as follows: 12.488 billion yuan in 2024, 13.823 billion yuan in 2025, 15.244 billion yuan in 2026, and 16.348 billion yuan in 2027, with year-on-year growth rates of 21.4%, 10.7%, 10.3%, and 7.2% respectively [4][9]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders is projected to be 418 million yuan in 2024, 410 million yuan in 2025, 527 million yuan in 2026, and 642 million yuan in 2027, with growth rates of -5.4%, -1.9%, 28.4%, and 21.9% respectively [4][9]. - The earnings per share (EPS) are expected to be 1.73 yuan in 2024, 1.69 yuan in 2025, 2.18 yuan in 2026, and 2.65 yuan in 2027 [4][9].