Summary of the Conference Call for Yao Pi Glass Industry Overview - The float glass market is experiencing an overall downturn, but the automotive processing glass segment driven by new energy vehicles shows strong demand, expected to continue growing from the second half of 2024 to 2025. Fuyao dominates the market with a 70% share, while Yao Pi holds less than 20% [2][3] - The photovoltaic glass market is divided into two types: rolled glass and PCO (transparent conductive oxide) glass. Rolled photovoltaic glass is under pressure, but prices have stabilized with the coordination of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology [2][3] Company Performance and Strategy - After acquiring Asahi Glass's Dalian production line, Yao Pi quickly became profitable, providing high-quality float and coated products, mainly focused on the cadmium telluride (CdTe) sector. There is some customer interest in perovskite technology, but large-scale production has not yet been achieved [2][5] - The company plans to focus on high-quality float and coated products, actively participating in the development of CdTe and perovskite technologies, and strengthening collaboration with customers to customize TCO substrates [7][17] Growth in Specific Segments - The demand for power-generating glass is steadily increasing, with some cities requiring that 25% of new buildings use power-generating glass. Yao Pi's business in this area is growing rapidly, with a projected 100% increase from 2024 to 2025 [4][8] - The Dalian Yao Pi plant is operating at full capacity, with PTO products accounting for about 20% of total capacity, also producing high-grade float glass for automotive applications [4][13] Technological Developments - Perovskite technology is developing rapidly but faces long-term stability issues. Many companies are actively researching and procuring raw materials from Yao Pi, but large-scale production information remains unclear [6][11] - TCO glass accounts for approximately 30% to 40% of the cost in both CdTe and perovskite batteries, making it a crucial component rather than just an accessory [12] Market Dynamics - The CdTe battery market is currently small, and even with a 100% annual growth rate, the total volume remains limited. The timeline for large-scale production of perovskite batteries is uncertain, which will affect TCO glass demand in the short term [11] - Yao Pi has established capabilities to supply TCO products since 2011, leveraging technologies from top brands like Pilkington and Asahi Glass, enhancing its competitive edge [17] Production Capacity and Future Plans - Yao Pi has sufficient production capacity to meet potential rapid demand growth, with additional production lines in Tianjin and Changshu ready to be equipped for mass production [16][18] - The company aims to expand its end-user applications, particularly in high-end power generation solutions for construction, to meet the growing market demand [7]