GXSH(SZ:000716)2025-11-26 14:15Summary of Black Sesame Management Meeting Company and Industry - Company: Black Sesame (2533.HK) - Industry: Semiconductor and Smart Driving Technology Key Points Smart Driving Growth - Management is optimistic about the smart driving trend in China, particularly for 2026, driven by the adoption of highway NOA (Navigation on Autopilot) and city NOA, which will enhance product mix and average selling price (ASP) [1][2][3] Chipset Development - The latest chipset, A2000, is set for mass production by the end of 2026, featuring 567 TOPS computing power, which is competitive against NVIDIA's Thor U at 700 TOPS and Horizon Robotics' G6P at 560 TOPS [2] - A2000 utilizes ASIC architecture for better computing power utilization compared to GPGPU, providing flexibility for car OEMs to develop their own algorithms or use third-party software [2] Revenue Outlook for 2026 - Management anticipates revenue growth in 2026 despite competitive market conditions, supported by: - An increase in highway NOA penetration from 15-20% in 2024 to 35% by the end of 2025, with further growth expected in 2026 - City NOA penetration expected to rise from 5% in 2024 to 15% currently, with additional upside in 2026 - Supportive government policies encouraging the adoption of local chipsets by car OEMs [3] Robotics as a Long-Term Growth Driver - Black Sesame is expanding into robotics, targeting various market segments: - Below 50 TOPS for mobility in robots - 50-100 TOPS for precision control in industrial robots - Up to 500 TOPS for humanoid robots' central computing [4][7] - The company has received orders for industrial robots, indicating strong demand in this sector [7] Competitive Positioning - The in-house NPU IP and toolchain are highlighted as key factors securing Black Sesame's market position in smart driving technology [2] Government Support - The management emphasizes the role of government policies in fostering the growth of local chipset adoption among car OEMs, which is expected to further drive demand for Black Sesame's products [3] Additional Insights - The management's positive outlook aligns with broader trends in the smart driving and robotics sectors, suggesting potential investment opportunities in these areas [1][3][4]