大族数控20251021

Summary of the Conference Call for Dazhu CNC (2025 Q3) Company Overview - Company: Dazhu CNC - Industry: AI-related manufacturing, specifically in high-value drilling equipment and PCB (Printed Circuit Board) production Key Points and Arguments Financial Performance - Q3 Performance: Revenue increased by over 60% year-on-year, and net profit grew by 140% [3][4] - Gross Margin Improvement: Significant improvement in gross margin due to the increased share of AI-related business and high-value CCD drilling machines [2][8] Market Trends and Future Outlook - AI Industry Growth: The company benefits from the strengthening AI trend, with major North American cloud service providers increasing investments [2][3] - Market Growth Expectation: The company anticipates continued market growth over the next two to three years, particularly in 2026 due to concentrated investments from leading PCB manufacturers [2][4][26] - Focus on High-Value Markets: The company is shifting focus from low-value markets to high-end substrates and related markets [5][29] Technological Advancements - M9 Material Challenges: The company is addressing technical challenges posed by M9 materials using ultrafast laser equipment for cold processing, which is deemed the most suitable solution [6][11] - 1.6T Optical Module Development: Progress in partnerships for 1.6T optical module applications, with expectations to complete large-scale production of over 20 units by late 2025 or early 2026 [7][29] Product Contribution and Structure - CCD Drilling Machines: CCD drilling machines significantly contributed to overall gross margin improvement, with a notable increase in revenue from Q3 [9][26] - AI Business Proportion: AI-related drilling equipment is expected to account for approximately 30% of total business, with high-value CCD drilling machines making up about 10% of overall business [9][10] Competitive Landscape - Market Positioning: The company is not directly competing with Mitsubishi but is targeting new market demands driven by technological upgrades [10][11] - Future of Drilling Technologies: The company is focusing on enhancing its capabilities in mechanical drilling and laser drilling to adapt to new materials and market needs [20][21] Strategic Initiatives - Expansion Plans: The company plans to expand its production capacity, with a new facility expected to generate approximately 2.5 billion yuan in additional output [28][29] - Focus on AI and High-Value Applications: The company aims to leverage historical opportunities in the AI sector and high-value applications in Malaysia to enhance its position as a high-end equipment supplier [29] Concerns and Market Sentiment - PTE Market Concerns: The company believes that the key to the sustainability of the PTE market lies in the ongoing investment in AI, viewing it as a significant growth opportunity [27] Additional Important Insights - R&D Strategy: The company is focusing on customized solutions for specific client needs rather than competing in the consumer market [23] - Future Revenue Sources: Expected revenue sources for 2026 include breakthroughs in ultrafast laser drilling technology and increased demand from AI clients [26]