Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform" (Maintain) [3] Core Insights - The company has received a project designation from a leading intelligent driving system integrator, with a total contract value of RMB 176 million, expected to start mass production in December 2026 and last for three years [5] - The approval of China's first L3 level autonomous driving permits marks a significant step towards commercial application, enhancing the growth potential for the company in the intelligent automotive sector [6] - The company's new generation AKII ultrasonic sensors have achieved mass delivery, supporting the transition from L2 to L3 autonomous driving technologies [7] Financial Summary - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are RMB 744 million, RMB 920 million, and RMB 1,116 million, respectively, with year-over-year growth rates of 20.6%, 23.6%, and 21.3% [9] - Net profit forecasts for the same period are RMB 104 million, RMB 128 million, and RMB 142 million, with corresponding year-over-year growth rates of 18.5%, 23.4%, and 10.5% [9] - The company's earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be RMB 0.74, RMB 0.91, and RMB 1.00 for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 38.5, 31.2, and 28.2 [5][9]

Group 1 - The first batch of L3 level autonomous driving vehicle access permits has been approved in China, marking a significant step towards commercial application in the industry. Two models will be tested in designated areas in Beijing and Chongqing, with specific speed capabilities of 50 km/h and 80 km/h respectively [11][12][18]. - There are 31 automotive-related companies listed on the North Exchange, with a total market value of 81.626 billion yuan as of December 19, 2025. Key companies include Aodiwei, Huanxin Technology, and others [18][20]. - Aodiwei has developed a new generation of AKII vehicle-mounted ultrasonic sensors, which have been delivered in bulk to both joint venture and domestic brands. The company reported a revenue of 502 million yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 12.31% [25][27]. Group 2 - The five major industries on the North Exchange, including high-end equipment, information technology, chemical new materials, consumer services, and pharmaceutical biology, all experienced average gains in the week of December 15 to December 19, 2025, with consumer services leading at +4.75% [2][33]. - The average price-to-earnings (PE) ratio for the high-end equipment industry rose to 36.9X, while the information technology sector reached 68.6X, indicating a positive trend in investor sentiment [2][35]. - The technology sector, comprising 154 companies, saw a median price increase of 1.61% during the same period, with notable performers including Tianli Composite and Huanxin Technology, which rose by 41.42% and 40.59% respectively [3][46]. Group 3 - The median PE ratio for the electronic industry increased to 48.6X, while the automotive sector's median PE ratio rose to 34.2X, reflecting a growing valuation in these sectors [3][63][66]. - Huanxin Technology, a provider of integrated solutions for smart cities, has signed a cooperation agreement with Huawei for comprehensive collaboration in smart connected vehicles and V2X infrastructure [28][30]. - The total market value of companies in the smart city and smart transportation sectors reached 21.592 billion yuan, with eight companies listed in this category [24].

Core Viewpoint - Guangdong Audiwei Sensor Technology Co., Ltd. is preparing for an IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, having previously listed on the Beijing Stock Exchange and New Third Board, with a current market capitalization of approximately 3.884 billion yuan [1][3]. Company Overview - Audiwei was established in Guangzhou in 1999 as Panyu Audiwei Electronics Co., Ltd. and underwent a share reform in 2014. The company specializes in the research, design, production, and sales of smart sensors and actuators [3]. - The main products include distance sensors, flow sensors, pressure touch sensors, actuators, atomization transducers, and alarm sounders, which are used in automotive electronics, smart instruments, smart homes, security, and consumer electronics [3]. - Audiwei's self-developed AKII vehicle-mounted ultrasonic sensor supports ADAS/AVP and is the first in China to achieve mass production of this type of sensor [3]. Market Position - According to Frost & Sullivan, Audiwei ranks second in China for smart home product sensor revenue in 2024, third globally for automotive ultrasonic sensors and actuators shipment volume, and fifth in China for overall sensor shipment volume [3]. Financial Performance - For the years 2022 to 2025, Audiwei's revenue is projected to be 378 million yuan, 467 million yuan, 617 million yuan, and 327 million yuan, respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 27.75% [4]. - Net profit for the same period is expected to be 52.618 million yuan, 76.978 million yuan, 93.951 million yuan, and 46.96 million yuan, with a CAGR of about 33.6% [4]. - In the first half of 2025, revenue increased by 15.1% year-on-year, while net profit grew by 3.9% [4]. Business Focus - Audiwei focuses on four core solution scenarios: smart home solutions, smart automotive solutions, smart terminal solutions, and smart manufacturing solutions, with smart home and automotive solutions forming the current business foundation [4]. - The revenue contribution from smart home solutions has shown a growth trend, accounting for 53%, 54.6%, 55.7%, and 56.9% of total revenue during the reporting period [4]. Shareholding Structure - The company's executive director, chairman, and general manager Zhang Shuguang, along with his spouse, hold approximately 15.39% and 1.8% of the issued share capital, respectively, totaling 17.19% and making them the largest shareholder group [4]. IPO Fund Utilization - The funds raised from the IPO will be used to increase production capacity in Malaysia, build a new high-performance sensor production base in China, invest in R&D innovation and digitalization, and for working capital and general corporate purposes [5].

Core Viewpoint - Audiwei (BJ920491), known as the "first stock of sensors" on the Beijing Stock Exchange, has submitted its application for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to accelerate overseas market expansion and enhance financing channels [1] Group 1: IPO and Fund Utilization - Audiwei plans to use the funds raised from the Hong Kong IPO to increase production capacity in Malaysia, build a new high-performance sensor production base in China, invest in R&D and digitalization, and for general corporate purposes [1] - The company aims to support long-term and steady development in both domestic and international markets through this listing [1] Group 2: Company History and Market Position - Founded in 1999, Audiwei has undergone several transformations, including a name change and a shift from the New Third Board to the Beijing Stock Exchange [2] - Audiwei is the second company to announce a "North + H" listing plan, following the vaccine company Kanglaweishi [2] - The company focuses on providing intelligent sensing and precision micro-execution solutions for various scenarios, including smart homes, smart cars, smart terminals, and smart manufacturing [2] Group 3: Product and Revenue Breakdown - Audiwei's new generation AKII vehicle-mounted ultrasonic sensor supports ADAS/AVP and is the first in China to achieve mass production [3] - The company ranks second in China for smart home product sensor revenue and third globally for automotive ultrasonic sensors and actuators in 2024 [3] - The main revenue source during the reporting period is the smart home solution, with its share increasing from 53% in 2022 to 56.9% in the first half of 2025 [3] Group 4: Production Capacity and Financial Performance - As of mid-2025, Audiwei has three domestic production bases and one overseas base in Malaysia, with a customer network covering over 46 countries [4] - The company reported revenues of 378 million, 467 million, 617 million, and 327 million yuan for the respective years, with profits of 52.6 million, 76.9 million, 93.9 million, and 46.9 million yuan [5] - Despite a 15.1% year-on-year revenue growth in the first half of 2025, profit growth was only 3.9% [5] Group 5: Margin Trends and Capacity Utilization - The gross margin for the smart automotive solution decreased from 25.9% in 2023 to 22.1% in the first half of 2025, attributed to intensified competition in the domestic automotive supply chain [6] - The gross margin for actuators dropped from 27% in 2022 to 21.3% in the first half of 2025, mainly due to rising prices of precious metals [6] - Overall capacity utilization declined to 53.9% in the first half of 2025, down 16.4 percentage points from 2024, with actuator utilization plummeting from 63.3% to 36.1% [6] Group 6: Market Competition and Shareholder Structure - Audiwei holds a third-place position in the global automotive ultrasonic sensor and actuator market, but there is a significant gap compared to industry leaders Bosch and Valeo, which together hold nearly 40% of the market share [7] - The largest shareholders are the executive director and chairman Zhang Shuguang and his spouse, holding approximately 15.39% and 1.80% of the company's issued shares, respectively [7] - The company justifies its plan to raise funds for expansion despite declining capacity utilization, indicating that the funds will primarily be used for its overseas production base [7]

Core Viewpoint - Audiwei has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with China Merchants Securities International as its sole sponsor, focusing on the development, manufacturing, and sales of sensors and actuators [1] Group 1: Company Overview - Audiwei specializes in smart sensors and precision micro-actuator solutions, targeting four core application scenarios: smart home, smart automotive, smart terminals, and smart manufacturing [1] - The company adopts an IDM (Integrated Device Manufacturer) model, integrating sensitive materials, transducer chips, algorithms, and precision manufacturing processes to provide customized, high-reliability solutions [1] Group 2: Market Position - According to Frost & Sullivan, Audiwei ranks second in China for sensor revenue from smart home products in 2024, third globally in automotive ultrasonic sensor and actuator shipments, fifth in global sensor shipments, and third in China's automotive sensor shipments [1] Group 3: Product Development - The company has independently developed the next-generation AKII vehicle-mounted ultrasonic sensor, effectively supporting ADAS/AVP, making it the first participant in China to achieve mass production of this type of sensor [1] Group 4: Production Facilities - As of June 30, 2025, Audiwei has three production bases in China located in Guangzhou, Zhaoqing, and Jingdezhen, and one overseas production base in Selangor, Malaysia [1]

Company Overview - Guangdong Audiwei Sensor Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted its application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for a main board listing, with China Merchants Securities International as the sole sponsor [1] - The company focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of sensors and actuators, providing comprehensive intelligent sensing and execution solutions for various high-growth downstream applications [1] Business Focus - Audiwei targets four core solution scenarios: (i) smart home solutions; (ii) smart automotive solutions; (iii) smart terminal solutions; and (iv) smart manufacturing solutions, with smart home and automotive solutions forming the current business foundation [1] - The company operates under an IDM (Integrated Device Manufacturer) model, integrating all key production processes for sensors and actuators, including sensitive materials, transducer chips, algorithms, and precision manufacturing [1] Financial Performance - Audiwei's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 is projected to be RMB 378 million, RMB 467 million, and RMB 617 million, respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27.8% [2] - The net profit for the same years is expected to be RMB 52.6 million, RMB 76.98 million, and RMB 93.95 million, reflecting a CAGR of 33.6% [3] - The company's net profit margin for 2022, 2023, and 2024 is recorded at 13.9%, 16.5%, and 15.2%, respectively [4] Market Overview - The global sensor and actuator market is expected to grow steadily, with the market size projected to expand from USD 189.1 billion and USD 262.1 billion in 2020 to USD 237.1 billion and USD 320.5 billion in 2024, with CAGRs of 5.8% and 5.2% [5] - In China, the market size for sensors and actuators is anticipated to grow from RMB 292.9 billion and RMB 394.5 billion to RMB 398.3 billion and RMB 499.1 billion, with CAGRs of 8.0% and 6.1% [5] Future Outlook - The demand for intelligent sensing and precise motion control is expected to drive the transition towards higher performance, miniaturized, and software-enhanced sensors and actuators [6] - The global and Chinese sensor and actuator markets are projected to maintain stable growth, with CAGRs of approximately 4.8% and 6.2% from 2024 to 2029 [6] - The market for smart home product sensors and actuators is expected to reach approximately USD 87.9 billion and RMB 195.6 billion by 2029, with CAGRs of about 5.0% and 8.3% from 2024 to 2029 [6] Industry Position - Audiwei ranks second in China for smart home product sensor revenue and third globally for automotive ultrasonic sensor and actuator shipments in 2024 [2] - The company has three domestic production bases located in Guangzhou, Zhaoqing, and Jingdezhen, along with one overseas production base in Selangor, Malaysia [2]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate" (maintained) [2] Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 330 million yuan in H1 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.26%, and a net profit attributable to the parent company of 50 million yuan, up 7.81% year-on-year [4] - The company is expected to maintain its profit forecast for 2025-2027, with net profits projected at 104 million, 128 million, and 142 million yuan respectively, and corresponding EPS of 0.74, 0.91, and 1.00 yuan [4] - The current stock price corresponds to P/E ratios of 42.8, 34.7, and 31.4 for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, indicating a positive outlook due to the expected volume increase of new products [4] Financial Summary - In H1 2025, the company reported a gross margin of 35.42% [4] - The projected revenue for 2025 is 744 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 20.6% [7] - The projected net profit for 2025 is 104 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 18.5% [7] - The company’s gross margin is expected to decline slightly from 38.0% in 2023 to 33.1% in 2027 [10] - The return on equity (ROE) is projected to increase from 8.3% in 2023 to 11.1% in 2027 [10] Product Development and Market Position - The company has made significant breakthroughs in multiple technologies, including a new ultrasonic distance measurement obstacle avoidance solution for lawnmowers and a piezoelectric touch switch product [5] - The company is positioned in high-growth sectors such as liquid-cooled servers, robotics, and smart vehicles, with a focus on intelligent sensor and actuator innovations [6] - The new generation AKII ultrasonic sensor for vehicles is expected to enhance smart driving systems and is already being applied in domestic automotive brands [6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 330 million yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.26%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 50.47 million yuan, up 7.81% year-on-year [1] - The sensor business continues to grow, while the actuator business has seen a decline due to reduced sales in electroacoustic components [7] - The company is developing new sensor products for liquid cooling applications, which are expected to enhance its market position [7] - The global sensor market is projected to reach 208.59 billion USD in 2024, with a growth rate of 8.1%, and the Chinese sensor market is expected to grow to 406.12 billion yuan, with a growth rate of 11.4% [7] - The company has adjusted its net profit forecasts for 2025-2027 to 1.02 billion, 1.24 billion, and 1.50 billion yuan respectively, reflecting a positive outlook on its growth trajectory [7] Financial Summary - For 2023, the total revenue is projected at 467.08 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 23.58% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders for 2023 is expected to be 76.98 million yuan, showing a significant increase of 45.32% year-on-year [1] - The earnings per share (EPS) for 2023 is estimated at 0.55 yuan, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 57.74 [1] - The company anticipates a steady increase in revenue and net profit over the next few years, with revenue expected to reach 1.15 billion yuan by 2027 [1][8]