北京利尔20250727

Summary of Conference Call Records Company Overview - Company: Beijing Lier - Industry: Refractory materials and steel industry Key Points Steel Industry Performance - In the first half of 2025, crude steel production decreased by approximately 3% year-on-year, but is expected to exceed 1 billion tons for the full year, supported by state-owned enterprises fulfilling social responsibilities and increased exports [2][6] - Steel exports grew by 20%-30% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, compensating for the decline in domestic demand [2][8] - The steel industry is undergoing structural adjustments, with increased demand for specialty steel and stainless steel, which offsets some profit declines in ordinary products [2][7] Refractory Materials Market - The refractory materials market is shifting towards refining processes, with higher value-added products related to specialty steel and stainless steel production [7][8] - Small refractory material companies are losing orders due to supply issues, leading to a shift towards larger companies [9] - Steel mills have been excessively lowering refractory material prices, creating safety risks; however, some mills are beginning to adjust their strategies [11][12] Beijing Lier's Business Strategy - Beijing Lier is actively expanding its overseas market, with a focus on contracting in Southeast Asia and direct sales in Europe and the Middle East [19][20] - The company plans to deepen cooperation with Lianchuang Lithium Energy in the silicon-carbon anode materials sector and is considering taking a controlling stake [24][27] - The company is optimistic about the AI application sector and aims to enhance production efficiency through AI technologies [5][29] Financial Outlook - The company expects a recovery in the refractory materials business in the second half of 2025, driven by rising steel mill profits and improved payment terms from state-owned enterprises [12][18] - New business areas, particularly in AI applications and solid-state battery materials, are anticipated to contribute significantly to overall growth [26][33] Challenges and Risks - The refractory materials industry faces intense competition, and currently, no company has significant bargaining power [16] - The market for refractory materials is sensitive to price fluctuations, but the cost of refractory materials constitutes less than 1% of steel production costs, making it less sensitive to price changes [3][10] Future Goals - Beijing Lier aims to double its overseas revenue by 2030, targeting an increase from 500-600 million to 1-1.2 billion [22] - The company is focused on establishing a production base in Vietnam and setting up offices in the Middle East and Turkey to further expand its international presence [19][20] Conclusion - Overall, Beijing Lier is positioned to benefit from the recovery in the steel industry and is strategically investing in new business areas, particularly in AI and advanced materials, while navigating challenges in the competitive refractory materials market [5][35]