中国神华202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of China Shenhua's Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: China Shenhua Energy Company Limited - **Period**: First half of 2025 Key Financial Performance - **Net Profit**: 24.6 billion CNY, with earnings per share of 1.24 CNY [2][5] - **Operating Cash Flow**: 45.8 billion CNY [2] - **Total Profit**: 37.6 billion CNY, a year-on-year decline of 8.6%, outperforming the industry average [2][5] - **Coal Production**: 165 million tons, with sales of 205 million tons [2][5] - **Total Power Generation**: 98.8 billion kWh [2][5] - **Gross Profit Margin**: Increased by 2.9 percentage points [5] Operational Highlights - **Integrated Operations**: Focus on maximizing overall efficiency and ensuring stable sales profits through flexible adjustments [6] - **Cost Control**: Unit production cost decreased by 7% to 177 CNY per ton [9] - **New Resource Injections**: Acquired additional resources of 3.82 billion tons from Taranghaler and Dayan mines, and 3.49 billion tons from Xinjie mine [2][6] Market Conditions - **Coal Market**: Overall supply was loose, with industrial raw coal production at 2.4 billion tons, a 5.4% year-on-year increase [3] - **Coal Consumption**: Stable, with significant growth in chemical coal usage, while power and construction sectors saw a decline [3] - **Electricity Generation**: Thermal power generation decreased by 2.4% year-on-year, but still accounted for 64.8% of total generation [3] Strategic Initiatives - **Mid-Year Dividend**: First implementation of a mid-term dividend of 0.98 CNY per share, with a payout ratio of 79% [4][5] - **Acquisition Plans**: Ongoing acquisition of 13 target assets from the controlling shareholder, aimed at enhancing integrated operational capabilities [2][8][10] - **Project Development**: Continued progress on key projects, including new coal mines and power generation facilities, with several expected to commence operations in the second half of 2025 [7][13][15] Future Outlook - **Cost Guidance**: Full-year coal cost growth is expected to be no more than 6%, with potential for better-than-target outcomes [4][12] - **Electricity Price Trends**: Anticipated stability in electricity prices, with potential slight declines due to increased competition from renewable energy sources [18] - **Transportation Projects**: Key transportation projects are on track, with various completion dates ranging from 2026 to 2029 [22] Additional Insights - **Diverse Operations**: The company has a significant advantage in coal-fired power generation, with average utilization hours of 2,143, exceeding industry averages [9] - **Import Coal Usage**: Limited use of imported coal, primarily in coastal regions, with only 2.2 million tons sold in the first half of 2025 [17] - **Market Adaptability**: The company is prepared to adjust its coal procurement strategies based on market conditions and pricing advantages [23]
江苏金租202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Jiangsu Jinzu's Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Jiangsu Jinzu - **Industry**: Financial Leasing Key Points Financial Performance - **Asset Growth**: Jiangsu Jinzu's asset scale maintained double-digit growth, with new investments of approximately 57 billion yuan in the first half of 2025 [2][3] - **Revenue Growth**: Operating net income increased by nearly 15% year-on-year [2][3] - **Net Profit**: Net profit showed single-digit growth [2][3] - **Non-Performing Loan Rate**: The non-performing loan rate stood at 0.91%, indicating stable overall operations [2][3] Business Structure and Strategy - **Business Segments**: The company actively optimized its business structure, focusing on three main segments: high-end equipment, clean energy, and transportation [2][3] - **Investment in Segments**: New investments in clean energy and transportation were approximately 10 billion yuan each, with year-on-year growth of 25% and nearly 60%, respectively [2][3] - **Risk Management**: Emphasis on balancing risk and return in new investment projects, avoiding blind pursuit of scale growth [2][3][13] Financing and Cost Management - **Financing Rates**: The average financing rate for new investments was about 2.46% [2][10] - **Cost Reduction**: The company implemented measures to reduce financing costs, including increasing short-term financing and selectively adding medium to long-term financing tools [2][10] - **Fee and Commission Expenses**: Net fee and commission expenses rose significantly to 120 million yuan, primarily due to changes in the automotive finance business model [2][11] Market Position and Competitive Strategy - **Target Market**: Jiangsu Jinzu focuses on small and micro enterprises and individual clients, differentiating itself from competitors [4][19] - **Partnerships**: The company has established deep partnerships with over 6,000 manufacturers and dealers, enhancing its competitive edge [17][19] - **Technology Investment**: Significant investments in technology and digital operations to improve efficiency and reduce costs [18][19] Future Outlook - **Dividend Policy**: The company plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of over 50% for the year, continuing its positive dividend trend [4][21] - **Market Adaptation**: Jiangsu Jinzu will continue to adapt its strategies based on market conditions, focusing on diversified industry distribution to mitigate risks [13][14][20] Challenges and Considerations - **Regulatory Environment**: The company must balance its dividend policy with regulatory requirements to retain sufficient capital for risk management [4][21] - **Impact of Policies**: The company is monitoring the effects of policies such as the 301 Act on its shipping business, which has seen some impact but remains manageable [15][16] Conclusion Jiangsu Jinzu demonstrates strong operational resilience in a complex macro environment, with a focus on sustainable growth, risk management, and technological advancement to maintain its competitive position in the financial leasing industry.
浙江荣泰202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Zhejiang Rongtai's Conference Call Company Overview - Zhejiang Rongtai is a leading supplier of components for the electric vehicle (EV) industry and is expanding into the humanoid robot core component sector through acquisitions and self-research, aiming to broaden market growth and enhance valuation and market capitalization [2][3][4] Key Industry Insights - The company holds a global leading position in the insulation mica segment, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 80% in net profit from 2020 to 2023, and a projected CAGR of 67% from 2020 to 2024. The net profit margin remains stable at around 20% [2][6] - The company is actively expanding into the new energy commercial vehicle and energy storage application fields, with a backlog of approximately 10 billion yuan in orders as of March 2024, primarily from existing businesses [2][7] Strategic Developments - The company is investing heavily in key components for humanoid robots, having acquired a 15% stake in the precision transmission leader and the domestic micro-screw leader Disney, positioning itself in critical segments [2][8] - Collaboration with Tesla focuses on the core components of humanoid robots, with plans to expand into body joint assemblies and other components, aiming to become a leading enterprise in humanoid robot components [2][9] Production and Capacity Plans - The company is synchronously advancing capacity construction, with its core production base located overseas. Mass production capacity is expected to be released in the first quarter of 2026, with some mass production deliveries already underway [5][10] Financial Projections - Future revenue growth is projected to exceed 40% CAGR over the next three years, with net profit expected to reach 230 million yuan in 2024, potentially doubling or tripling by 2027 [5][11] - The company has a conservative estimate of producing around 10,000 humanoid robots in 2026, increasing to 50,000 to 100,000 units by 2027 [11] Competitive Landscape - In the insulation mica sector, Zhejiang Rongtai holds a significant market share, with a favorable competitive landscape. The company has a revenue ratio of approximately 4:1 compared to its closest competitor in the new energy mica segment [14][15] - The domestic insulation mica industry is characterized by a duopoly, with Zhejiang Rongtai and Ping An Electric holding substantial market shares [14][15] Future Growth Drivers - The company's growth is supported by its early entry into the new energy sector, strong product design capabilities, and stable partnerships with major global manufacturers, ensuring a healthy customer structure [16] - The company’s order backlog of 10 billion yuan provides a solid foundation for growth over the next two to three years, alongside expansions into lightweight products, commercial vehicles, and humanoid robots [16] Market Outlook - The humanoid robot industry is in its early stages, with a broad range of application scenarios. The market size is expected to be comparable to that of the automotive market, indicating significant growth potential [17] - The company’s stock has seen a price increase of nearly 300% since early 2025, reflecting strong performance and market recognition. Future growth is anticipated as the humanoid robot core component business matures [18]
华秦科技202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Huqin Technology Conference Call Company Overview - Huqin Technology is one of the few companies in China capable of covering the entire process of stealth materials across various temperature ranges, with a significant technological advantage in high-temperature stealth materials [2][3][16] - The company has established a partnership with Northwestern Polytechnical University to ensure the long-term stability of its core technical team [2][8] Core Competitiveness - Huqin's core competitiveness lies in its significant advantages in stealth materials, particularly in high-temperature applications, and its strong technical support from its chief scientist and his team [3][8] - The company has made important breakthroughs in special functional materials for aircraft engines and has established a high-temperature stealth materials engineering technology center [3][16] Market Demand and Growth Drivers - Demand for stealth materials is driven by the mass production of new aircraft engines and the aftermarket for maintenance, with the lifecycle demand for stealth materials being five times the initial coating amount [2][11] - The stealth materials market is expected to grow due to the increasing production of new fighter jets like the J-20 and J-35 in China [11][12] Industry Trends - The stealth materials sector has a broad development outlook, driven by the need for advanced stealth technologies in military aircraft [5][14] - The industry is characterized by high entry barriers due to the complexity of developing effective stealth materials, leading to a concentrated competitive landscape [14][15] New Business Developments - Huqin is actively expanding into ceramic matrix composites, which are seen as a crucial direction for future aircraft engine development [2][20][21] - The company is also exploring new business areas such as acoustic metamaterials and camouflage materials, which have significant application potential in various fields [24][25] Challenges and Solutions - The company faces challenges in the spraying process of stealth coatings due to the harsh working environment of aircraft engines [17][18] - Huqin has developed advanced spraying techniques to address these challenges, ensuring high-quality application on complex components [18] Future Directions - The future development strategy includes focusing on the aircraft engine supply chain and expanding into new stealth material applications [26][27] - The company aims to achieve mass production in these new areas, contributing to additional revenue streams and forming a second growth curve [20][27] Conclusion - Overall, Huqin Technology is well-positioned for future growth, leveraging its technological strengths and expanding into new markets while maintaining a strong focus on its core competencies in stealth materials [2][3][27]
爱美客202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Aimeike's Conference Call Company Overview - Aimeike has established a leading position in the niche market with its Hi-Tech series, particularly the neck wrinkle injection product [2][3] - The company has been continuously launching new indication products such as Panda Needle and Thai Bubble Needle to strengthen its technological and channel advantages [2] Core Insights and Arguments - **Performance Decline**: Since Q1 2023, Aimeike's growth rate has slowed down, and its valuation has decreased due to a lack of blockbuster new products, weak consumer demand, and increased competition from upstream products like hyaluronic acid, leading to over 20% declines in gel and solution products [2][4][5] - **Acquisition of Regen**: In March 2023, Aimeike acquired Regen, which is expected to enhance production capacity and expand international channels in the short term. Regen reported a revenue of 80 million RMB and a profit of 50 million RMB in 2023 [2][6][7] - **Product Capacity Expansion**: The acquisition is projected to increase the production capacity of S-FILM products by five times, driving rapid growth in product offerings [2][8] - **Market Trends**: The medical aesthetics market is expected to improve, with Aimeike's profits projected to be 1.72 billion RMB in 2025, a decline of about 10%, but expected to exceed 2 billion RMB in 2026 with a growth rate close to 20% [4][9] Future Development Outlook - **International Expansion**: Aimeike plans to leverage Regen's international production capacity and channels to launch existing products like Hightide and Bonida globally, marking a significant step towards internationalization [2][9] - **New Product Cycle**: Aimeike is entering a new product cycle, with botulinum products expected to be approved and sold in Q4 2023 or Q1 2024. Following a low performance in 2025 due to high base effects from 2024, a gradual improvement is anticipated in Q3 and Q4 of 2025, leading to steady growth starting in 2026 [9][10] - **Valuation Impact**: The integration of Regen is expected to influence Aimeike's valuation, with projected multiples of 30x in 2025 and around 25x in 2026, driven by core product fundamentals, R&D pipeline, and international acquisition synergies [4][10] Additional Important Points - **Market Competition**: The domestic market has over 80 approved hyaluronic acid products, intensifying competition in the regenerative materials market [5] - **Sales Channel Development**: Aimeike is working on reclaiming domestic distribution rights and has a sales network covering 4,000 to 5,000 institutions nationwide, with good growth momentum for SFE products in both domestic and international markets [8]
瑞德智能202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of the Conference Call for 瑞德智能 (RuiDe Intelligent) Company Overview - 瑞德智能 was established in 1997 and is a well-known smart controller solution provider in China, headquartered in Shunde, Guangdong. The company focuses on various smart controllers for home appliances and is expanding into new growth areas including electric motors, automotive electronics, and digital energy [3][4][5]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company reported a revenue growth of 18.12% to nearly 700 million RMB, with a non-net profit growth of 129.76% and cash flow growth of 162%. This performance is attributed to business structure optimization and improved internal management efficiency [4][7][17]. - The traditional home appliance controller business generated 500 million RMB in revenue, growing 9.5% year-on-year, despite a challenging macroeconomic environment [22]. Key Business Segments Traditional Home Appliance Controllers - The traditional business remains stable, with significant contributions from overseas market expansion and downstream manufacturers' strategies [2][22]. - The company aims to enhance profit margins and product value through continuous R&D investment and digital transformation [22]. Automotive Electronics - Revenue from automotive electronics reached 160 million RMB, a 49% increase year-on-year, with the entire automotive electronics segment growing by 150% [2][7]. - The automotive electronics segment is expected to be a major growth driver due to the explosive growth of the electric vehicle market [26]. Digital Energy and Electric Motors - The company is actively developing products in the electric motor sector, including controllers for vacuum cleaners and other electric appliances, and is focusing on portable energy storage systems [11][23]. - Key clients in this segment include leading domestic brands [11][12]. Pet Technology and Healthcare - In the pet technology sector, over 10 million controllers were shipped in the first half of the year, with projects like smart pet villas and air conditioners in development [13]. - In healthcare, the company has launched products like oxygen machines and medical refrigerators, with plans for further innovations in home health management solutions [13]. Robotics - The company has made significant progress in service robots, with nearly 5 million units shipped in the first half of the year and an expected total order volume of around 20 million units for the year [14]. Production Capacity and Global Expansion - The new production base in Zhejiang has been operational, increasing capacity by over 50%. The Vietnam base achieved profitability in Q2 and is expected to account for 10% of total revenue by year-end [2][8][15][25]. - The company is actively seeking new locations for expansion in Vietnam and other regions to meet increasing demand [16][25]. Future Development Goals - The company has set a mid-term target to achieve a sales scale of 3 to 5 billion RMB within five years, with a specific target of 1.8 to 2 billion RMB for 2025 [4][17]. - The strategic focus includes innovation-driven growth, structural upgrades, digital integration, and global expansion [26]. Client Relationships and Market Position - 瑞德智能 has established long-term partnerships with leading companies such as Supor, Haier, and Xiaomi, enhancing its market competitiveness [10][21]. - The company is continuously optimizing its client structure and expanding its customer base to include new industry leaders [20][21]. Conclusion - 瑞德智能 is positioned for robust growth across multiple sectors, leveraging its technological advantages and strategic partnerships. The focus on innovation and global expansion is expected to drive future performance and market share.
国投电力202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Guotou Electric Power Conference Call Company Overview - Guotou Electric Power's clean energy installed capacity reached 71.84% in the first half of 2025, primarily driven by hydropower, with a diversified structure including thermal, wind, and solar power [2][4] - The company's market capitalization is approximately 118 billion yuan, with total assets of 315.3 billion yuan and net assets of 116.4 billion yuan [2][4] - Total profit for the first half of 2025 was 8.2 billion yuan, despite a 5.18% year-on-year decline in revenue to 25.6797 billion yuan [2][4] Financial Performance - The net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 1.36% year-on-year to 3.795 billion yuan, aided by a targeted issuance of 7 billion yuan [2][4] - The company's electricity generation remained stable at 75.2 billion kWh, with a slight decrease in the average electricity price [2][4] - Earnings per share decreased by 2.84% to 0.4763 yuan [4] Operational Highlights - The company is actively advancing hydropower station construction with a total installed capacity of 3.72 million kW and expanding existing thermal power units [2][5] - Guotou Electric Power is focusing on the development of the Yalong River integrated water, wind, and solar base, with a construction scale of 4.77 million kW [2][5] - The company is also addressing policy changes and emphasizing high-quality renewable energy project development while managing project risks [2][5] Market Dynamics - Fluctuations in the Jiangsu spot market have impacted the external electricity price from Yalong River, necessitating attention to potential adjustments in capacity fees and annual contract prices [2][6] - Overall electricity prices have decreased year-on-year, with varying impacts across different power sources; thermal power competition has intensified, leading to price declines [2][8] Future Outlook - Guotou Electric Power plans to add 3-4 million kW of new renewable energy capacity in 2025, with hydropower from the Yalong River accounting for about two-thirds of this [3][9] - The company is optimistic about future profitability despite challenges in the thermal power market, with expectations of stable income from new projects [10][14] Challenges and Risks - The company faces challenges from policy changes affecting green electricity trading and the impact of coal price fluctuations on procurement costs [13][15] - The introduction of new trading rules by the National Development and Reform Commission may influence the company's operational strategies [20][21] Additional Insights - The first half of 2025 saw a 15% year-on-year decrease in coal procurement prices, with long-term contracts making up 65% of total procurement [13] - The profitability of the new units in the Qinzhou project is expected to be stable despite increased competition and limited demand growth [10][12] - The company is adjusting its project development strategies in response to market conditions and regulatory changes, particularly in the context of the dual carbon goals [28]
慧辰股份202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Hui Chen Co., Ltd. Conference Call Company Overview - Hui Chen Co., Ltd. has been operational since 2008, focusing on data, algorithms, and computing power across various sectors including telecommunications, ICT, consumer goods, healthcare, finance, and tobacco [2][3][4] Key Points Industry and Business Model - The company has invested approximately 3 billion yuan in data acquisition since 2011, establishing long-term partnerships with over 2,000 clients [2][3] - The AI business is supported by a robust data foundation, with a focus on model training initiated in Q4 2022 and product launches in June 2023 [2][3] - AI orders are particularly strong in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, where the company has successfully implemented AI Agent solutions to help clients reduce costs and increase revenue [2][3][4] Financial Performance - Current gross margin is around 70%, with net margins between 30% and 40% [4][15] - Major client orders typically exceed 10 million yuan, with an average order size of approximately 4 to 5 million yuan [4][16] - The company anticipates that data procurement costs will exceed 60% of revenue over the next three years, which will help offset AI business costs and improve overall profitability [4][29] AI Business Delivery and Revenue Model - AI services are delivered through an AI Agent matrix, with revenue generated from software and data fees [9][12] - Data usage fees are charged annually, with the second year’s data revenue expected to account for 30%-40% of total income [12][9] - The company emphasizes private deployment for major clients, ensuring data security and efficient delivery through standardized modules [13][8] Market Position and Competition - The FMCG sector is competitive, with the company leveraging its extensive data and operational understanding to maintain an edge over software-focused competitors [25][26] - The entry of large tech firms like BAT poses a challenge, but the company differentiates itself through its expertise in model tuning and client conversion rates [27][28] Future Outlook - The company plans to expand its market presence beyond FMCG into sectors like healthcare and tobacco, where it already has data and client resources [31][32] - New platforms, such as the Smart Computing Cloud and a national-level computing node management platform, have been launched to enhance service offerings [20] Data Governance and Management - Data governance is not a primary focus, but the company utilizes its data and AI platforms for essential data annotation tasks, particularly in the FMCG sector [8][14] - The company collaborates with clients on data governance, ensuring high data quality for effective AI deployment [22] Strategic Goals - The company has set equity incentive targets and believes it can meet its goals in line with industry growth rates [7] - Future gross margins are expected to improve as AI demand and delivery volumes increase, with plans to reflect data asset values more accurately in financial statements [24] This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call, highlighting the company's strategic direction, financial health, and market positioning within the AI and data sectors.
世纪华通202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of the Conference Call Company and Industry Overview - The conference call discusses Century Huatong and its subsidiary, Diandian Interactive, focusing on the SLG (Simulation and Strategy Game) market, which holds over 14% of the global market share and is expected to grow at approximately 20% year-on-year from 2024 to the first half of 2025 [2][4]. Key Points and Arguments - Diandian Interactive is a leader in the SLG gaming industry, with its flagship game "Frosty Apocalypse" generating annual revenue between 20 billion to 25 billion RMB, while another title, "Bouncing Kingdom," is projected to reach 10 million USD in overseas monthly revenue by August [2][4]. - The combined annual revenue from these two products is expected to exceed 35 billion RMB [2][4]. - The SLG gaming sector has evolved from gameplay iteration to user diversification, with user acquisition becoming a primary growth driver since 2020, despite traditional SLG games facing challenges in user acquisition and retention [2][6]. - Diandian Interactive has innovated with the "SLG+X" formula, merging simulation management with SLG elements, utilizing cartoon art styles and apocalyptic themes to reduce user acquisition costs and enhance retention [2][10]. Development Trends and Innovations - The SLG market has seen significant innovations since 2014, with key titles introducing new gameplay mechanics. However, since 2020, the industry has relied more on user acquisition innovations rather than gameplay innovation [8][9]. - Traditional SLG games have struggled with user retention due to core gameplay being less engaging initially, leading to lower early retention rates [8][9]. - The introduction of casual elements and secondary gameplay has helped some companies improve user acquisition costs, but retention remains a challenge [9]. Future Outlook - Diandian Interactive is currently in a growth phase, with expectations of sustained revenue growth and profit increases over the next 1 to 3 years [7][11]. - The company is benefiting from a favorable cycle in both product and category, with its successful titles in long-term operation, indicating potential for continued revenue growth [3][11]. - The innovative approach of combining SLG with simulation management is expected to yield further success, as evidenced by the performance of "Endless Winter" and other titles [10][11]. Additional Important Insights - The SLG market primarily attracts middle-aged males interested in historical military themes, but the introduction of more diverse gameplay and themes is broadening the user base [5][6]. - The high payment characteristics of SLG games, with monthly spending typically ranging from 600 to 800 RMB, indicate a high user value, albeit with high acquisition costs [6]. This summary encapsulates the key insights from the conference call regarding Century Huatong and the SLG gaming industry, highlighting growth opportunities, challenges, and innovative strategies.
紫光股份202509004
2025-09-04 14:36
Summary of Unisplendour Corporation's Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Unisplendour Corporation (紫光股份) - **Industry**: AI Servers, Data Center Switches, and Domestic Chip Manufacturing Key Points AI Server and White Box Server Performance - AI server revenue reached 6 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, while white box server revenue exceeded 10 billion yuan, showing significant growth compared to the previous year [2][4] - Despite a low gross margin of 6-7% for white box servers, overall revenue growth led to a substantial increase in gross profit, reflecting the rapid development of the domestic AI industry [2][4] Switch Business Growth - The switch business grew over 20% in the first half of 2025, with data center switches accounting for over 50% of total sales, up from 40% the previous year [5] - High-speed switches (400G/800G) are expected to double, currently representing over 25% of the switch business [5] Product Development and Innovations - Unisplendour launched a 64-card single cabinet self-developed brand, targeting major internet companies, with mass production expected in Q4 2025 [6] - Plans for liquid-cooled servers are set to enter a high-growth phase in 2026, with active expansion at the Zhejiang factory and increased outsourcing demand [6] Domestic Chip Utilization - The company is increasingly using domestic chips such as Kunlun, Cambricon, and Pingtouge, while the proportion of imported GPU cards is declining [7][8] - Domestic switching chips, like those from Shengke Communication, have entered commercialization, with an increasing share in high-end models [9] Financial Performance and Projections - In the first half of 2025, overall performance exceeded market expectations, with a growth rate of over 25% in revenue and core profit [3] - The subsidiary, H3C, showed remarkable performance with over 40% revenue growth, contributing approximately 70% to Unisplendour's total revenue [3] Market Outlook - The domestic market for AI computing cards is projected to see a significant increase, with expected shipments surpassing 5 million units in 2026 due to import restrictions [12] - The overall growth rate for the company is anticipated to be better in the second half of 2025, driven by increased procurement from operators and internet companies [11] Valuation and Investment Recommendations - Unisplendour's current valuation is considered advantageous, with significant potential for upward adjustment in earnings quality and valuation as server and switch businesses improve [13] - Companies like Shengke Communication and Filin Kosi are recommended for attention due to their growth potential alongside Unisplendour [14] Traditional Suppliers - Traditional suppliers like ZTE are also expected to perform well in the switch market, with positive changes in revenue and profit growth driven by AI business [15]