Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with an "Add" rating for the company [5] Core Views - The company has demonstrated strong growth across multiple business lines, with a significant increase in revenue and net profit in the first half of 2025 [4][5] - The electric two-wheeler segment continues to perform exceptionally well, with sales reaching 1.3887 million units, a year-on-year increase of 77% [4] - The company is expanding its product matrix and enhancing its competitive advantage through product innovation and market penetration, particularly in the European market [5] Financial Summary - For the first half of 2025, the company reported revenue of 11.742 billion yuan, up 76.14% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.242 billion yuan, up 108.45% year-on-year [4] - The gross margin for the electric two-wheeler business was 25.21%, an increase of 1.48 percentage points year-on-year [4] - The company expects revenues of 21.83 billion yuan, 27.41 billion yuan, and 32.59 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding net profits of 1.903 billion yuan, 2.647 billion yuan, and 3.431 billion yuan [6][11] Growth Projections - The company anticipates a revenue growth rate of 53.79% in 2025, followed by 25.56% in 2026 and 18.89% in 2027 [6][12] - The net profit growth rate is projected at 75.58% for 2025, 39.05% for 2026, and 29.66% for 2027 [6][12] Market Position - The company has established a strong presence in the electric two-wheeler and service robot markets, with a focus on product differentiation and brand value [5] - The company is also expanding its international market reach, particularly in Europe, which is expected to contribute to sustained revenue growth [4][5]

Group 1: Company Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved revenue of 11.742 billion, a year-on-year increase of 76.14% [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.242 billion, up 108.45% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 1.312 billion, reflecting a growth of 125.32% [2] - The operating cash flow for the period was 3.653 billion, an increase of 46.94% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 30.39%, up 1.48 percentage points [2] Group 2: Sales and Product Performance - In Q2, the company reported revenue of 6.630 billion, a 61.54% increase year-on-year, with net profit attributable to shareholders at 786 million, growing 70.77% [3] - The sales volume of electric two-wheelers reached 1.3887 million units, generating revenue of 3.960 billion, while self-branded retail scooters sold 383,800 units, contributing 929 million [3][4] - The company plans to launch a new electric bicycle in November that complies with new national standards, while the flagship electric motorcycle M5 series is set to be released at the end of August [8] Group 3: Market and Competitive Landscape - The company anticipates limited impact from the new national standards on market demand, as electric two-wheelers are considered essential products [9] - The company is positioned to respond flexibly to regulatory changes, with low inventory pressure allowing for rapid market response [9] - The market share of electric two-wheelers priced above 3,000 is expanding, with plans to enhance product offerings in the 3,000-4,000 price range by 2026 [14] Group 4: Future Outlook and Innovations - The company is developing a smart ecosystem for electric two-wheelers, integrating AI and cloud computing to enhance functionality [13] - Plans for capacity expansion include a second production base in Zhuhai, aiming for an annual capacity of 7 million units [10] - The company is exploring opportunities in the garden robot market, with a focus on expanding its product range and enhancing user experience [17][18]

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights that Ninebot Company has shown strong growth in electric two-wheeler sales and profitability in Q2 2025, leading to an upward revision of the target price to RMB 75.02 and a buy rating [1][4]. Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, Ninebot Company reported revenue of RMB 6.63 billion and a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 790 million, representing year-on-year increases of 61.5% and 70.8% respectively [2][3]. - The gross margin and net profit margin were 30.9% and 11.8%, reflecting increases of 0.5 and 0.6 percentage points year-on-year [2][3]. Sales Growth - The sales of electric two-wheelers reached RMB 3.96 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 81%, and the volume sold increased by 77.3% to 1.389 million units [3]. - The average selling price (ASP) for electric two-wheelers was RMB 2,852, maintaining a high level [3]. Product Development and Market Expansion - The company launched new product series targeting female riders and sports performance, contributing to the optimistic sales outlook for the year [3]. - As of June 30, 2025, Ninebot had over 8,700 dedicated electric two-wheeler retail stores in mainland China, indicating ongoing market expansion [3]. Profitability Enhancement - The gross margin for electric two-wheelers was 23.7% in the first half of 2025, up from 21.1% for the entire year of 2024, indicating improved profitability [3]. - The company achieved a record high net profit margin of 11.8% in Q2 2025, with a combined sales, management, and R&D expense ratio of 17%, down by 1.1 and 1.2 percentage points year-on-year and quarter-on-quarter respectively [3]. Future Outlook - The revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted upward by 3-4% to RMB 19.86 billion, RMB 24.15 billion, and RMB 27.62 billion respectively, due to strong sales growth and product upgrades [4]. - The net profit forecasts for 2025-2026 have been increased by 10%-12% to RMB 1.87 billion, RMB 2.49 billion, and RMB 2.96 billion respectively, reflecting enhanced profitability potential [4].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [9]. Core Insights - The company reported a significant increase in revenue and profit for Q1 2025, with total revenue reaching 5.112 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 99.52%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 456 million yuan, up 236.22%, and the net profit after deducting non-recurring items was 436 million yuan, reflecting a growth of 207.51% [2][6]. Summary by Sections Business Performance - The company achieved a revenue of 5.112 billion yuan in Q1 2025, marking a 99.52% increase year-on-year. The electric two-wheeler segment saw revenue of 2.862 billion yuan, growing by 140.50%, while the retail scooter segment generated 395 million yuan, up 30.36% [13]. - The gross margin improved to 29.67%, an increase of 6.22 percentage points year-on-year, driven by scale effects. Operating profit reached 639 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 269.69% [13]. Financial Projections - The company expects net profits attributable to shareholders for 2025, 2026, and 2027 to be 1.625 billion yuan, 2.297 billion yuan, and 3.291 billion yuan, respectively. The corresponding price-to-earnings ratios are projected to be 27.69, 19.60, and 13.68 times [13][17].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [8]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 14.196 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 38.87%. The net profit attributable to shareholders reached 1.084 billion yuan, up 81.29% year-on-year, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items was 1.062 billion yuan, reflecting a significant increase of 157.24% year-on-year [5][10]. - In Q4 2024, the company reported a revenue of 3.290 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 22.05%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 47.77% to 114 million yuan, while the net profit excluding non-recurring items increased by 91.67% to 125 million yuan [5][10]. - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 800 million yuan (before tax), accounting for 73.85% of the annual net profit attributable to shareholders. Additionally, the company will repurchase and cancel shares worth 254 million yuan, bringing the total amount for cash dividends and share repurchases to 1.055 billion yuan, which is 97.31% of the annual net profit [5][10]. Summary by Sections Revenue and Profit Growth - The company reported a total revenue of 14.196 billion yuan for 2024, with a breakdown showing significant growth in various product lines, including electric two-wheelers (up 70.38% year-on-year) and robotic lawn mowers (up 284.38% year-on-year) [10]. - The overall gross margin for the year was 28.24%, an increase of 3.06 percentage points year-on-year, with specific product margins showing improvements [10]. Financial Performance - The company’s operating profit increased by 210.78% year-on-year, driven by improved operational efficiency and scale effects [10]. - The net profit margin for the year was 7.64%, up 1.79 percentage points year-on-year, indicating enhanced profitability [10]. Future Outlook - The company is expected to continue its growth trajectory, with projected net profits of 1.578 billion yuan, 2.217 billion yuan, and 3.183 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively. The corresponding price-to-earnings ratios are forecasted to be 26.23, 18.67, and 13.00 times [10].