Group 1: LCD Market Trends - The LCD industry is implementing a "demand-driven production" strategy, adjusting production rates based on market demand fluctuations [1] - In Q1 2025, the industry maintained high production rates due to strong export demand and "trade-in" policies, leading to a comprehensive price increase for mainstream LCD TV panel sizes [1] - By July 2025, prices for certain LCD TV sizes experienced a slight decline, while prices for MNT and NB panels remained stable [2] Group 2: Production Capacity and Utilization - The average utilization rate in the LCD industry began to recover in November 2024, remaining high in Q1 2025; however, it decreased in Q2 2025 due to a drop in demand [3] - Panel manufacturers are continuing to adjust production rates in Q3 2025 to align with demand [3] Group 3: Flexible AMOLED Business Development - The company has established a strong position in the flexible AMOLED sector, building capacity and technical advantages while accumulating a solid customer base [4] - The company is actively expanding into automotive and IT applications, aiming to capture market opportunities and meet downstream customer needs [4] Group 4: Future Industry Trends - The trend towards larger sizes in TV products is expected to continue, driving growth in area demand; IT demand is relatively stable with some high-end product trends emerging [5] - The penetration rate of flexible AMOLED products in smartphones is steadily increasing, with further growth anticipated in mid-size IT and automotive applications as technology matures [5] Group 5: MLED Business Progress - The MLED business is a key component of the company's "1+4+N+ecosystem" strategy, focusing on a full industry chain including COB, COG, SMD, and Micro LED technologies [6][7] - The launch of the Zhuhai Crystal Chip COB production line marks a significant advancement in the company's MLED manufacturing capabilities [7] - A joint venture with Shanghai Film Group aims to enhance movie screening experiences through MLED technology [7]

Core Viewpoint - The transfer of shares from China Overseas Land & Investment to China Resources has been completed, which is expected to alleviate Konka's financial and credit pressures. Group 1: Share Transfer Details - On July 21, Konka announced that the shares held by Overseas Chinese Town (OCT) have been transferred to a subsidiary of China Resources, marking the completion of the share transfer process [3] - As of July 21, OCT's subsidiary, Jialong Investment, has transferred 198.36 million B shares to Hehuo Company, completing the share transfer [4] - After the transfer, Panshi Run Chuang holds 524.02 million A shares of Konka, accounting for 21.76% of the total share capital, while Hehuo Company holds 8.24% [4] Group 2: Implications for Konka - The change in major shareholders is expected to significantly relieve Konka's financial and credit pressures, with potential benefits from China Resources' semiconductor business aiding Konka's TV and MLED operations [5] - Konka's half-year performance forecast indicates a projected net loss of 360 million to 500 million yuan for the first half of 2025, attributed to intensified competition in the consumer electronics sector and delays in new product launches [5] - Konka's semiconductor business is still in the early stages of industrialization and has not yet achieved scale or profitability, contributing to its financial losses [5] Group 3: Market Reaction - On the day of the announcement, Konka's stock price increased by 0.4% to 5.04 yuan per share [6]

Core Viewpoint - Huike Co., Ltd. has been accepted for IPO on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and is undergoing on-site inspection, indicating a significant step in its growth strategy [1] Industry Overview - Huike ranks third in the global panel industry, following BOE Technology Group and TCL Huaxing, with mainland manufacturers' market share approaching 70% in 2024 due to the exit of Japanese and Korean competitors from the LCD market [2][3] - The increasing market concentration is expected to stabilize LCD market volatility and reduce price competition [4] Financial Performance - In 2024, Huike's revenue and net profit attributable to shareholders are projected to reach 40.3 billion yuan and 3.3 billion yuan, respectively [5] - Despite recovering from significant losses in 2022, Huike's net profit has not returned to 2021 levels, with 2024's profit only at 60% of 2021's figures [13][14] - Manufacturing costs have surged to 9.444 billion yuan in 2024, more than doubling since 2021, primarily due to fixed asset depreciation from expanded production capacity [16] Production Capacity and Technology Investment - Huike's production capacity is expected to reach 7.69 million large panels in 2024, a 30% increase from 2021, although its production line count is less than competitors like BOE and TCL [17][18] - The company is investing over 10 billion yuan in new technology directions, particularly MLED, with plans to raise 8.5 billion yuan through its IPO for projects including OLED R&D and Mini-LED manufacturing [6][20] - Huike's significant investment in MLED technology, totaling over 19 billion yuan, reflects its confidence in future growth, although the impact on profitability remains uncertain [21] Debt and Financial Strategy - As of the end of 2024, Huike's debt-to-asset ratio is 68.78%, which is 16 percentage points higher than the median of its peers, indicating a high level of financial leverage [22] - The company has formed partnerships with local state-owned enterprises to alleviate financial pressure, resulting in over 10 billion yuan in debt related to equity acquisitions [23][24]

Core Viewpoint - The establishment of Changshu Shihehua New Materials Co., Ltd. represents a strategic partnership between Shiming Technology and TCL Technology's subsidiary, focusing on the development and sales of display photoresist color paste, enhancing competitive advantages in the display panel industry [1][2]. Company Establishments - Changshu Shihehua New Materials Co., Ltd. has a registered capital of 20 million RMB, with Shiming Technology holding 66% and TCL's subsidiary holding 34% [2]. - TCL Technology also established Wuxi Hongchuan Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. in January 2025, focusing on artificial intelligence application software development, with a registered capital of 2 million RMB [2]. Industry Trends - The formation of new companies in the display industry during the first half of 2025 indicates a trend of focusing on niche markets, risk diversification, and market expansion among major display manufacturers [3][5]. - Companies like JDI and TCL are restructuring their operations to enhance management autonomy and decision-making agility, which is crucial for their growth in specific sectors [4][5]. Strategic Intentions - The establishment of subsidiaries allows companies to better capture market demands and optimize product upgrades, as seen with Shiming Technology's collaboration with TCL [2][5]. - The trend of forming joint ventures and subsidiaries is a strategic move to mitigate operational risks and financial pressures, as demonstrated by JDI's transfer of patent assets to newly established companies [5][6]. Market Expansion - Companies like Deep Tianma are expanding internationally by establishing subsidiaries in Thailand to enhance their global competitiveness through localized production and services [5]. - The collaboration between AU Optronics and E Ink Holdings to create a large electronic paper module production line exemplifies efforts to tap into new market opportunities [5].

Core Insights - The 12th Cross-Strait (Nanjing) New Display Industry Development Conference was held, focusing on the theme "AI Intelligence Display: Touching the Future New Vision" [1] - The conference featured over 100 experts discussing market trends, technological advancements, and the integration of AI in the new display industry [1][2] - Nanjing Economic and Technological Development Zone contributes over 90% of the city's new display industry output [1][3] Group 1 - The new display technology is increasingly recognized as a key supporting technology in the burgeoning metaverse industry, with China poised for rapid development in AI display technology [2] - Nanjing Economic and Technological Development Zone has established itself as a crucial support area for the new display industry, housing major companies like LG Display, Sharp, and BOE [3] - The region has developed national-level functional platforms and specialized industrial carriers, such as the China (Nanjing) LCD Valley and China (Nanjing) Intelligent Valley [3] Group 2 - Nanjing Economic and Technological Development Zone is focusing on core elements like algorithms, computing power, data, scenarios, and ecosystems to drive innovation [3] - Several projects, including the Precision Intelligent Display Electronic Paper Project and the National Display Vehicle Project, are being developed to enhance the industry foundation [3] - Collaborations with local universities and the establishment of key laboratories are injecting new innovative momentum into the region's development [3]

Core Viewpoint - The panel manufacturers are focusing on continuous investment in OLED, LCD, and MLED technologies to maintain competitive advantages and enhance technical capabilities [1][5]. Investment Overview - In the first half of this year, major panel manufacturers have planned new investments in various display technologies, including TCL Huaxing's acquisition of a 21.53% stake in the 11th generation line for 11.6 billion yuan, HKC's investment of 10 billion yuan in a new MLED chip project, and 500 million yuan for acquiring a flexible AMOLED production line [1]. Major Investment Directions - BOE's primary investment direction is the 8.6-generation AMOLED production line, with an investment amount of 63 billion yuan, shifting focus from LCD to OLED [2]. - CSOT is reinforcing its LCD business with a total investment of approximately 25.4 billion yuan through acquisitions of LGD's 8.5-generation line and the 11th generation line stake [2]. - HKC is expanding its investments in the MLED and E-paper sectors, with around 26 billion yuan in MLED and 13.5 billion yuan in E-paper projects [2]. Total Investment Scale - The total planned investment amount by the three major domestic panel manufacturers over the past year and a half is approximately 140 billion yuan [4]. Investment Distribution by Sector - The investment distribution shows that OLED investments account for the highest proportion at 45%, followed by LCD at 20%, MLED at 19%, E-paper at 9%, and IC investments at 6% [5]. - BOE holds the largest share of investment at 48%, primarily due to its significant investment in the 8.6-generation AMOLED line, while HKC accounts for 34% and CSOT for 19% [5]. Future Outlook - As these investment projects are implemented, the competitiveness and technical levels of panel manufacturers are expected to improve further, with future investments likely to continue focusing on OLED as the primary area and LCD as a secondary focus [5].

【集邦Display】 为了保持竞争优势和提升技术水平，面板厂需进行持续的投资。 据集邦Display观 察， 今年上半年，面板厂在OLED、LCD和MLED等领域 规划 了新的投资。 TCL华星（ CSOT ） 计划收购第11代线（t6、t7）21.53%的股权，收购价格116亿元。 惠科（ HKC ） 计划在四川南充投资100亿元建设MLED新型显示芯片项目；在长沙投资30亿元建设 Oxide研发及产业化项目；收购原柔宇的第5.5代柔性AMOLED产线，收购金额5亿元。 如果以最近1年半规划的投资项目来观察，国内三大面板厂投资的主要方向是什么？ 投资规模方面， 最近1年半国内三大面板厂规划的投资总金额约1,400亿元。 以投资领域来观察，OLED领域的投资金额占比最高，为45%，主要是第8.6代AMOLED产线的投 资金额较大。其次是LCD领域，占比20%。MLED领域占比19%， E-paper 领域占比9%。IC领 域的投资额占比不高，为6% 。 可见， 面板厂的主要投资金额当然还是放在了显示领域。 以厂商来观察，BOE的投资金额占比最高，为48%，主要是其第8.6代AMOLED产线的投资金额 较大。 ...

Core Insights - TCL Technology reported a revenue of 164.8 billion yuan and a net profit of 1.56 billion yuan for the year 2024 [1] - In Q1 2024, TCL Technology achieved a revenue of 40.1 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 0.4%, and a net profit of 1.01 billion yuan, a significant increase of 322% [1] - The semiconductor display business generated a revenue of 104.3 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a 25% year-on-year growth, with a net profit of 6.23 billion yuan, an increase of 62.4 billion yuan [1] Company Performance - The semiconductor display business reported a revenue of 27.5 billion yuan in Q1 2024, up 18% year-on-year, and a net profit of 2.33 billion yuan, which is a 329% increase [1] - The quarterly revenue and net profit for the display business reached a three-year high [1] - TCL Technology's operating cash flow net amount was 12.1 billion yuan, an 83% year-on-year increase [1] Industry Trends - The display industry is experiencing an improved supply-side structure, with demand driven by larger sizes and AI applications, leading to enhanced panel demand and value growth [1] - The overall supply-demand relationship in the industry is improving, with mainstream product prices on the rise [1] R&D and Acquisitions - TCL Technology invested 8.87 billion yuan in R&D in 2024, accounting for 5.4% of its revenue [2] - The company accelerated innovation in MLED and successfully achieved mass production of printed OLED [2] - TCL Technology completed the acquisition of LGD's Guangzhou panel and module factory, which will contribute to revenue and profit from Q2 2024 onwards [2]