半导体材料：承接 Capex 后周期产能释放和需求复苏，持续看好 Opex 业务景气度提升

Summary of Semiconductor Materials Industry Conference Call Industry Overview - The global semiconductor materials market is projected to reach $67.5 billion in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 3.8% [1][4] - Wafer manufacturing materials account for 64% of the market, while packaging materials make up 36% [1][4] - The market size in mainland China is expected to reach $13.5 billion, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 8%, making it the second-largest market after Taiwan [1][4] Key Insights and Arguments - Capital expenditure (Capex) in semiconductor equipment significantly influences operational expenditure (Opex) demand, with a robust growth forecast for Opex due to high Capex levels [1][5] - The semiconductor industry is expected to see a capacity growth rate of about 15% in 2025-2026, with an industry beta coefficient growth potentially reaching 20%-30% due to increased capacity utilization [1][5][6] - Recovery in consumer electronics and automotive industries is driving marginal demand for semiconductors, with emerging applications like AI further increasing demand for underlying chips [1][8] - The IPO project of Huahong will release new capacity in the second half of the year, addressing market demand [1][9] Market Composition and Trends - Silicon wafers represent 38% of semiconductor materials, while photolithography machines and auxiliary materials account for 12% [1][10] - Domestic production rates for silicon wafers, CMP materials, and wet electronic chemicals have exceeded 40%, but photolithography resists and electronic gases still have room for improvement in domestic production [1][10] Specific Market Segments - The global semiconductor silicon wafer market saw a 6.5% decline last year, with domestic companies like Shanghai Silicon Industry and TCL Zhonghuan actively expanding production [2][11] - The electronic gas market consists of bulk gases (55%) and specialty gases (45%), with domestic production of specialty gases being less than 30% [2][12][14] - The specialty gas sector experienced revenue declines last year, but prices have stabilized and are expected to recover, marking a turning point for many gas companies [2][15] - The semiconductor mask market is primarily dominated by third-party manufacturers, with low domestic production rates but potential for growth from companies like Qingyi Optoelectronics [2][16] Company Performance and Projections - Major semiconductor material companies reported a total revenue of approximately 34 billion RMB in 2024, a year-on-year increase of nearly 20%, but net profits fell by about 35% due to price competition and depreciation pressures [2][22] - Companies like Anji Technology and Dinglong Co. are positioned to benefit from industry growth, with Anji's revenue compound annual growth rate nearing 45% over the past five years [2][22] - The semiconductor materials sector is expected to see a beta growth rate of 20-30% in the coming years, with potential for individual companies to achieve alpha growth through product expansion and increased domestic production [2][23] Investment Outlook - The semiconductor materials sector is viewed as having high certainty and is considered a promising investment direction, with some companies potentially doubling their stock value over three years [2][23] - Current stock prices of many material companies have retraced to bottom levels, making the third quarter of this year an opportune time for asset allocation [2][23]