Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [6] Core Views - The report highlights that the company's profitability is beginning to recover, with expectations for production capacity to ramp up and new process trial lines to be established [6][8] - The company is positioned as a leader in carbonyl iron powder in China, with its fundraising projects expected to contribute to performance growth and cost-reduction new processes opening up growth opportunities [8] Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved revenue of 418 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 70 million RMB, a year-on-year decrease of 12% [8] - The first quarter of 2025 saw revenue of 96 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 9.2%, and a net profit of 17 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 0.3% [8] - The company expects net profits for 2025-2027 to be 99 million RMB, 140 million RMB, and 169 million RMB respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 40.5%, 42.1%, and 20.5% [8] Revenue and Profitability Forecast - Revenue projections for 2025 are estimated at 553 million RMB, with a year-on-year growth rate of 32.29% [7] - The report anticipates a gross margin of 36.23% in 2025, with a net margin of 17.90% [9] - The company's return on equity (ROE) is expected to improve to 12.80% in 2025 [7] Market Position and Growth Drivers - The company is actively working on new product development, including carbonyl iron powder for magnetorheological dampers, which has already been supplied to overseas customers [8] - The carbonyl iron powder fundraising project has been put into production, with a new cost-reduction process being actively tested [8]

Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 418 million RMB for 2024, a year-on-year increase of 13%, but a net profit of 70 million RMB, a decrease of 12% year-on-year [1] - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 2.50 RMB per 10 shares, totaling 30 million RMB, with a payout ratio of 42.62% [5] - The company expects revenue growth for 2025-2027, projecting revenues of 499 million, 654 million, and 898 million RMB respectively, with corresponding net profits of 101 million, 130 million, and 195 million RMB [6] Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 96 million RMB, a 9% increase year-on-year but a 10% decrease quarter-on-quarter [1] - The overall gross margin for 2024 was 35.40%, down 5.06 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to increased costs from projects transitioning to fixed assets [1] Product Performance - The demand for soft magnetic powder increased due to the rise in automotive intelligence, leading to a revenue of 153 million RMB in 2024, a 19% increase year-on-year [4] - The revenue from atomized alloy powder products reached 46 million RMB in 2024, reflecting a 13% year-on-year increase, with sales volume up by 27% [2] - The revenue from carbonyl iron powder products was 122 million RMB in 2024, a 6% increase year-on-year, although the gross margin decreased by 4.91 percentage points due to production ramp-up effects [3] Capacity Expansion - The company is in the process of ramping up production capacity for its carbonyl iron powder and atomized alloy powder projects, with the carbonyl iron powder project expected to add 6,000 tons per year upon completion [4] - The first phase of the Ningxia project, which includes a 3,000-ton carbonyl iron powder project, is expected to enter trial production in 2025 [4] Investment Outlook - The company maintains an "Accumulate-A" rating, with a target price adjustment to 32.4 RMB per share, based on anticipated performance improvements from new production lines [6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate-A" with a 12-month target price of 32.4 CNY per share, while the current share price is 26.18 CNY [5]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 418 million CNY in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 13%, but the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 12% to 70 million CNY [1]. - The growth in demand for inductors is boosting the demand for soft magnetic powders, while technological substitution is enhancing the demand for Metal Injection Molding (MIM) materials [2]. - The company is in the process of ramping up production capacity from its fundraising projects, with the first phase of the Ningxia project expected to enter trial production in 2025 [8]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved a revenue of 418 million CNY, with a net profit of 70 million CNY, and a gross margin of 35.40%, down by 5.06 percentage points year-on-year due to increased operating costs [1]. - For Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 96 million CNY, a year-on-year increase of 9%, and a net profit of 17 million CNY, reflecting a slight increase of 0.3% year-on-year [1]. Product Segments - **Atomized Alloy Powder**: Revenue for 2024 was 46 million CNY, up 13% year-on-year, with sales volume increasing by 27% to 867 tons [2]. - **Carbonyl Iron Powder**: Revenue reached 122 million CNY in 2024, a 6% increase year-on-year, with a sales volume of 2887 tons, up 9% [2]. - **MIM Feedstock**: Revenue surged by 34% to 74 million CNY in 2024, with sales volume increasing by 72% to 1540 tons [2]. - **Soft Magnetic Powder**: Revenue increased by 19% to 153 million CNY, driven by the rising demand in the automotive electronics sector [3]. - **Absorbing Materials**: Revenue grew by 83% to 4 million CNY, with sales volume increasing by 78% [3]. Capacity Expansion - The company has existing capacities of approximately 5000 tons/year for carbonyl iron powder and over 1000 tons/year for atomized alloy powder [8]. - The fundraising projects are expected to add 6000 tons/year for carbonyl iron powder and 4000 tons/year for atomized alloy powder, with the Ningxia project expected to begin trial production in 2025 [8]. Dividend Policy - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 2.50 CNY per 10 shares, totaling 30 million CNY, with a payout ratio of 42.62% [9].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [6][17]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 418 million yuan in 2024, representing a year-over-year increase of 13.4%, while the net profit attributable to the parent company was 70.29 million yuan, down 12% year-over-year [1][5]. - The company is currently in a capacity ramp-up phase for its IPO-funded carbonyl iron powder project, which is expected to double its production capacity from 5,500 tons to 11,500 tons, contributing to future revenue growth [4][5]. - The company is focusing on optimizing its product structure towards high-end products, which is anticipated to enhance profitability as scale effects become evident [4][5]. Financial Performance Summary - In 2024, the company reported revenues of 418 million yuan, with a growth rate of 13.38% expected for 2025 [5][12]. - The gross profit margin for carbonyl iron powder was 44.76%, while the overall gross margin was 35.22%, reflecting a decline of 3.85 percentage points year-over-year [3][5]. - The net profit margin for 2024 was 16.23%, down 5.15 percentage points year-over-year, primarily due to increased operating costs from the ramp-up of new projects [3][5]. Capacity and Production Insights - The company’s carbonyl iron powder project reached its intended usable state by the end of Q3 2023 and is currently ramping up production based on market demand [4]. - The company plans to release additional capacity for high-performance powders, including 2,000 tons of soft magnetic powder, which is expected to further enhance its market position [4]. Future Profitability Projections - The projected net profits for the company are estimated to be 110.52 million yuan in 2025, 135.08 million yuan in 2026, and 169.26 million yuan in 2027, reflecting a significant growth trajectory [5][12]. - The company’s price-to-earnings ratio is projected to decrease from 26 times in 2025 to 17 times in 2027, indicating an improving valuation as profitability increases [5][12].