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Summary of Key Points from the Conference Call on the Engineering Machinery Industry Industry Overview - The domestic engineering machinery market is experiencing a rebound, primarily driven by replacement demand, with a notable increase in the share of small excavators. It is expected that annual excavator sales will double from 100,000 units to 200,000-300,000 units over the next 3-5 years [1][4] - Non-excavator categories such as cranes and concrete equipment are following a similar logic, having seen significant declines previously and currently being at low levels with an existing replacement cycle. The growth in excavators is anticipated to drive growth in non-excavator categories, marking the beginning of an upward cycle in the domestic engineering machinery sector [1][5] Core Insights and Arguments - The overseas market has become a major source of revenue and profit for engineering machinery companies, with companies like SANY and XCMG reporting overseas revenue contributions of 40%-60% and profit contributions of 80%-100% [1][6] - The global engineering machinery market is projected to show cyclical recovery in 2026, with strong growth in markets such as Russia, Indonesia, the Middle East, South America, and Africa, while the US and European markets are also beginning to recover, aided by interest rate cuts stimulating fixed asset investment cycles [1][8][9] - Greenfield investments are highly correlated with engineering machinery growth, leading by about three years. In 2023, greenfield investments reached over $700 billion, indicating a significant increase in demand for engineering machinery in 2025 and 2026 [1][10] Domestic Market Dynamics - Despite a decline in working hours, excavator sales have turned positive due to replacement demand. As of the end of 2023, the excavator ownership in China is approximately 2 million units, with construction accounting for 75% of the demand. If real estate demand declines by 80%, the need for excavators would still be around 178,000 units annually [4] - The current replacement cycle in China is estimated at 8-10 years, but as the market matures, it may shorten to 4-5 years, similar to mature markets in North America and Europe, leading to more frequent replacement cycles and increased new machine sales [4] Non-Excavator Categories - Non-excavator categories are expected to grow as excavator sales increase, with companies reporting positive trends in these segments. The overall upward cycle for domestic engineering machinery is just beginning [5] Overseas Market Importance - The overseas market is crucial for the engineering machinery industry, with significant revenue and profit contributions from international sales. The focus of investment should be on overseas markets rather than solely on domestic performance [6] Regional Performance - Data from January to November 2026 shows positive trends across major regions, with Russia experiencing nearly 24% growth in November and the US and Western Europe also showing recovery. China's exports to North America and Western Europe have seen growth rates of 25% and 28%, respectively [7] Profitability and Future Outlook - Chinese manufacturers have a competitive price advantage in the mid-to-small tonnage segment, achieving over 80% market share in key markets like Russia and Indonesia. The profitability in these regions remains strong, with net profit margins exceeding 10% in Russia and 16% in Indonesia [12][14] - The engineering machinery sector is expected to see significant profit growth due to low domestic market bases, increasing overseas market cycles, and improved operational leverage [16][22] Investment Attractiveness - The engineering machinery sector is currently highly attractive for investment, with the domestic market at a low point and strong replacement demand, alongside favorable overseas market conditions and high profitability potential. Companies like SANY, XCMG, Zoomlion, LiuGong, and Hengli Hydraulic are recommended for investment consideration [22]