Core Viewpoint - In 2025, Kaifeng Tower celebrates its 11th anniversary, emphasizing its commitment to digital transformation and modernization in Kaifeng, integrating digital capabilities into the city's development [1][30]. Group 1: Party Building and Corporate Culture - The company prioritizes party building as the core of its development, implementing high-quality party leadership to drive high-quality growth [3][32]. - It has established a "Party + Business" integration model, creating a team of party members to synchronize party building with operational activities [9][38]. - Employee care and team building are emphasized through regular communication and support mechanisms, fostering a positive corporate culture [7][36]. Group 2: Major Event Support and Emergency Response - The company ensures communication reliability during major events, adhering to a "zero error, zero interruption" standard [4][33]. - It has actively participated in emergency responses for significant events, demonstrating its commitment to maintaining communication lifelines [4][33]. Group 3: Digital Infrastructure and 5G Development - As a key player in information communication infrastructure, the company promotes a "co-build and share" approach to advance 5G network construction [10][39]. - It has constructed over 4,500 5G base stations, achieving near-complete coverage in Kaifeng, and has addressed signal blind spots in critical areas [12][41]. - The company has implemented a differentiated sharing scheme to enhance service quality and support operators' business growth [12][41]. Group 4: Smart City and Digital Solutions - The company has transformed over 2,000 towers into "digital towers," integrating various sensing devices to create a comprehensive digital perception network [15][44]. - It collaborates with various departments to develop smart governance solutions, utilizing AI and big data for environmental monitoring and rural development [17][46]. - The company is expanding its digital product offerings across multiple sectors, promoting a higher level of social sharing [17][46]. Group 5: Green Energy and Sustainable Development - The company is committed to providing diverse smart energy services, including battery swapping and charging solutions, to support green initiatives in Kaifeng [18][47]. - It has deployed 154 battery swapping stations, serving over 2,000 delivery riders and enhancing their work-life balance [18][47]. - The company is also exploring innovative energy solutions, such as battery recycling, to promote a circular economy [20][49]. Group 6: Future Outlook - Looking ahead, the company aims to deepen 5G network coverage and support digital transformation across various industries [24][53]. - It plans to enhance its operational framework and develop a comprehensive management platform for low-altitude economy and safety [26][55]. - The company is dedicated to contributing to the modernization of Kaifeng through innovative digital solutions and sustainable practices [28][57].

Core Viewpoint - China Tower, established in 2014, has become the world's largest communication infrastructure service provider, supported by the three major telecom operators in China, with a mission to provide essential communication infrastructure and services [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - As of June 2025, China Tower's site scale exceeds 2.1 million, with total assets over 330 billion yuan and net assets exceeding 200 billion yuan [1]. - The company has adopted a "one body, two wings" strategy, focusing on operator business while expanding into cross-industry and energy operations, leading to steady revenue growth [1]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Revenue increased from 71.82 billion yuan in 2018 to 97.77 billion yuan in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.28% [1]. - Net profit grew from 2.65 billion yuan in 2018 to 10.73 billion yuan in 2024, with a CAGR of 26.25% [1]. Group 3: Business Segments - Tower business contributes over 70% of revenue, serving as a stable cash flow source, with site sharing levels improving as the 5G base station construction nears completion [1]. - As of June 2025, the number of tower sites reached 2.119 million, with operator tenants increasing to 3.579 million [1]. Group 4: Two Wings Business Development - The smart connection business, leveraging products like "Tower Vision," has seen double-digit revenue growth, with tenant numbers rising from 199,000 in 2021 to 265,000 in H1 2025 [2]. - The energy business, centered on battery swapping, has established a significant presence in the domestic market, with operations in over 320 cities and 81,000 battery swap points [2]. Group 5: Shareholder Returns - The dividend payout ratio has increased from 14.98% in 2018 to 68.19% in 2024, with the company distributing its first interim dividend in 2024 [3]. - As depreciation costs from large-scale tower construction decrease, profits are expected to accelerate, enhancing shareholder returns [3].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for China Tower (00788) as a first-time coverage [6]. Core Viewpoints - China Tower, established in 2014, is the world's largest communication infrastructure service provider, backed by the three major telecom operators in China, ensuring a solid industry leadership position [1][15]. - The company has adopted a "one body, two wings" strategy, focusing on operator business while expanding into cross-industry and energy operations, leading to steady revenue growth [2][24]. - The tower business remains a stable cash flow source, contributing over 70% of revenue, while the indoor distribution and energy businesses are rapidly growing [3][4]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - China Tower was established to address the issue of redundant construction in the telecom industry, providing site space, supporting facilities, maintenance, and power services [15][18]. - As of June 2025, the company has over 2.1 million sites and total assets exceeding 330 billion yuan [1][15]. Business Strategy - The "one body, two wings" strategy integrates operator business as the core, with intelligent connection and energy businesses as the wings, enhancing growth potential [2][24]. - The company has seen a shift in revenue structure, with the tower business's share decreasing from 93.4% in 2019 to 76.2% in H1 2025, while the contributions from intelligent connection and energy businesses are increasing [25][24]. Financial Performance - Revenue has grown from 71.82 billion yuan in 2018 to an expected 97.77 billion yuan in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.28% [2][28]. - Net profit has increased significantly from 2.65 billion yuan in 2018 to an expected 10.73 billion yuan in 2024, with a CAGR of 26.25% [2][31]. - The company has a high dividend payout ratio, increasing from 14.98% in 2018 to 68.19% in 2024, reflecting a commitment to shareholder returns [5][45]. Business Segments - The tower business is entering a phase of stock operation, with site sharing levels improving; as of June 2025, the number of tower sites reached 2.119 million [3][81]. - The indoor distribution business has seen rapid growth, with revenue increasing from 1.82 billion yuan in 2018 to 8.43 billion yuan in 2024, maintaining a CAGR of 29% [93]. - The energy business, focusing on battery swapping, has expanded rapidly, with over 320 cities offering services and a market share nearing 50% [4][34]. Market Position - China Tower leads the global market in terms of revenue, with 97.77 billion yuan in 2024, while also facing competition from American and Indian tower companies [53][56]. - The company benefits from a stable ownership structure, primarily held by the three major telecom operators, ensuring a solid operational foundation [20][24].