GXSH(SZ:000716)2025-09-28 14:57Summary of Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The conference call discusses the intelligent driving industry, focusing on the transition from L2 to L4 automation levels, with key players like Xiaopeng, Geely, Horizon Robotics, and Hezhima actively involved in Robotaxi and Robotman businesses [1][2][4]. Key Points and Arguments Regulatory and Technological Developments - The L2 combination driving scheme national standard has been released, with plans for implementation by 2027, indicating a significant regulatory milestone for the industry [2][4]. - Major automotive companies and suppliers are enhancing their capabilities, with new technology iterations expected in Q4, including Huawei ADS 4.0 and Xiaopeng XOS 5.7.7 [3][8]. Company-Specific Insights - Horizon Robotics: - Recently completed a second round of financing amounting to approximately 5 billion RMB (over 800 million USD), with limited impact on stock price but presenting investment opportunities [1][4]. - Aims to increase chip shipments from 2 million in the first half of the year to 4 million for the full year, with a target of 5.5 million for next year [3][9]. - Current market valuation is around 150 billion RMB, corresponding to a 30x price-to-sales (PS) ratio, indicating significant growth potential [3][9]. - Hezhima: - Recognized as the second-largest intelligent driving chip supplier in China, with a projected revenue growth of 50-60% next year, despite a lower market valuation of 10x PS [1][5]. - Actively expanding its customer base, including international markets and collaborations with Desay SV [1][5]. Market Dynamics - The self-developed algorithms account for half of the intelligent driving algorithm market, with Momenta leading among third-party suppliers, holding a 60-70% market share [1][6]. - Other notable suppliers include Yuanrong Qixing and Qingzhou Technology, primarily founded by AI talents from Baidu [1][6][7]. Financing and Market Position - Momenta: - Plans to go public in the US by the second half of 2025, having raised over 1.2 billion USD in cumulative financing, making it the most funded algorithm supplier in the secondary market [3][10]. - Yuanrong Qixing and Qingzhou Technology: - Yuanrong has raised over 500 million USD, with significant investments from Great Wall Motors, while Qingzhou has secured over 200 million USD in financing, primarily from Chery [10]. Competitive Landscape - Major automotive companies are diversifying their partnerships for intelligent driving solutions, with companies like BYD, Geely, and Great Wall Motors collaborating with various algorithm suppliers [14][15]. - The next two years are critical for these companies as they transition from primary to secondary markets, with Horizon and Hezhima already listed and Momenta planning to list soon [14][15]. Additional Important Insights - The intelligent driving chip market is expected to see significant growth, with Horizon's high-end chip G6P anticipated to contribute substantially to revenue in the coming year [9]. - The competitive landscape is characterized by a mix of established players and emerging startups, with ongoing technological advancements driving the market forward [8][11][12].