Summary of the Conference Call for Hengli Hydraulic Company Overview - **Company**: Hengli Hydraulic - **Industry**: Hydraulic components and machinery Key Points Excavator Market Performance - Hengli Hydraulic has increased its market share in the excavator sector, with mid-sized excavator pump and valve growth exceeding 40% in the first three quarters of 2025, and large excavators showing growth rates of 40-50% [2][4] - The company expects to maintain an annual growth rate of 5-10% in 2026, driven by product line expansion and improved market conditions [4] Non-Excavator Segment Growth - The non-excavator segment has achieved a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15-20% from 2021 to 2024, offsetting declines in the excavator segment [2][6] - Although growth slowed in 2025, a recovery in the agricultural machinery sector and other industries is anticipated to push the non-excavator segment's growth back above 20% in 2026 [2][6] Collaboration with Foreign Clients - Hengli Hydraulic is expanding its collaboration with foreign clients, including Caterpillar, with significant progress in the mid-sized excavator cylinder project expected to ramp up in 2026 [2][7] - The company plans to enter Caterpillar's pump and valve supply chain, enhancing its global competitiveness in high-end hydraulic components [2][7] Robotics Business Development - The company is actively developing its robotics business, with plans to establish 30 production lines by the end of 2026 [2][8] - Collaboration with T Chain is underway, which is expected to lead to substantial orders, indicating strong growth potential in the robotics sector [2][8] Industrial Screw Market Opportunities - The industrial screw market is currently dominated by Japanese companies, but increasing domestic substitution demand presents opportunities for Hengli Hydraulic [2][9] - The company has been working on the industrial screw project since 2021, with production expected to start in 2024. Successful market entry could significantly enhance the company's market value and profitability [2][9] Future Growth Outlook - Overall, Hengli Hydraulic is positioned for strong growth across both its core and emerging businesses, with a projected profit CAGR of around 30% over the next three to five years [2][10] - The company is seen as entering a pivotal point for stock price acceleration, driven by industry recovery, product line expansion, and deeper foreign client collaborations [2][10]

Summary of Eddie Precision's Conference Call Company Overview - Eddie Precision specializes in high-end hydraulic components (main pumps, main valves, travel motors, swing motors) primarily used in excavators, accounting for over 50% of the company's overall business [2][5][6]. Industry Insights - The excavator market experienced a growth rate of approximately 16% in the first half of 2025, while Eddie Precision's high-end hydraulic components grew by 30%-40%, attributed to increased market share among OEMs and enhanced core competitiveness [2][5][6]. - The hydraulic breaker, Eddie Precision's second-largest business segment, constitutes about 35% of the company's operations. Its growth was limited in the first half of 2025 due to low operating rates of large excavators in China, but overseas exports performed well [2][7]. Key Products and Performance - **Travel Motors**: This is Eddie Precision's leading product, with the company being the only domestic supplier to OEMs, resulting in a continuous increase in market share [2][6]. - **Hydraulic Breakers**: These are widely used in mining, municipal engineering, and hydropower projects. The demand for hydraulic breakers is significant, especially in complex geological environments [3][5]. - **Overall Growth**: Hydraulic components saw an overall growth of 30%-40% in the first half of 2025, driven by domestic substitution of imports and increased market share among OEMs [2][6]. Financial Performance - The gross profit margin for hydraulic components and hydraulic breakers was stable at around 30%-32% [12][13]. - The company has faced pressure to reduce prices from OEMs, but has managed to maintain profitability through automation and process improvements [13]. International Expansion - Eddie Precision's overseas sales account for approximately 20%-25%, with major markets including the USA, Russia, the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia. Caterpillar in the USA is the largest customer, accounting for over 20% of sales [14][15]. - A new factory in Thailand is expected to start production in September or October 2025, aiming to increase overseas sales to 50% within the next three to five years [14]. New Business Ventures - Eddie Precision is incubating new industries, including industrial robots and RV reducers, which previously incurred annual losses of about 50 million yuan but are now showing improvement [8][10]. - The company aims for each new venture to achieve over 100 million yuan in sales and break even [8][9]. - The new products are expected to have a broad customer base across various manufacturing sectors, relying on both distribution and direct sales [17]. Challenges and Future Outlook - The company anticipates continued strong growth in the hydraulic components sector, with expectations of maintaining robust performance in the next couple of years [2][6]. - The focus on automation and process improvements is expected to enhance overall profitability as the company scales up its operations and diversifies its product offerings [13][16].