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Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul><li>We summarize the Jul 2024 leading indicators as below, including the number of leads, customer flows and new orders generated, for Tesla, NIO, Li Auto, Xpeng, BYD and Aion.</li><li>Note that such data are based on a sample size of 96 stores (15- 18 stores for each brand) in 15 cities in China.</li><li>The following data reflect samestore metrics, and the metrics on a company level could be better than these figures, as most players are still expanding their sales network.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

We summarize the Jul 2024 leading indicators as below, including the number of leads, customer flows and new orders generated, for Tesla, NIO, Li Auto, Xpeng, BYD and Aion.Note that such data are based on a sample size of 96 stores (15- 18 stores for each brand) in 15 cities in China.The following data reflect samestore metrics, and the metrics on a company level could be better than these figures, as most players are still expanding their sales network.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Auto - Resilient Leading Indicators During Off-Peak Time

<ul><li>Chinese automakers including BYD, Great Wall, NIO, Xpeng, Li Auto, Xiaomi, Zeekr, Aion, Deepal, Leap, Neta and HIMA etc reported their Jul 2024 sales volumes on 1 Aug.</li><li>Total sales volume combined rose 33% YoY (ranging from - 22% to +950%) and remained flat MoM (ranging from -22% to +10%) in Jul.</li><li>Li Auto beat, NIO in line, Xpeng restocking. Li Auto delivered about 51,000 units (+7% MoM) in Jul, a record high, better than our prior forecast.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Chinese automakers including BYD, Great Wall, NIO, Xpeng, Li Auto, Xiaomi, Zeekr, Aion, Deepal, Leap, Neta and HIMA etc reported their Jul 2024 sales volumes on 1 Aug.Total sales volume combined rose 33% YoY (ranging from - 22% to +950%) and remained flat MoM (ranging from -22% to +10%) in Jul.Li Auto beat, NIO in line, Xpeng restocking. Li Auto delivered about 51,000 units (+7% MoM) in Jul, a record high, better than our prior forecast.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Auto - Likely First MoM Rise for Jul NEV Retail Since 2021

Equity Bottom-Up

<ul><li>Maintain BUY. We are of the view that Minth’s 1H25 earnings were well on track and more importantly, its key operating metrics such as new orders, R&amp;D, capex and cash flow are solid.</li><li>We still believe Minth is better positioned than most peers in the global auto parts industry.</li><li>We expect steady revenue growth to continue in the next few years, with possible positive surprise from new businesses.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Maintain BUY. We are of the view that Minth’s 1H25 earnings were well on track and more importantly, its key operating metrics such as new orders, R&amp;D, capex and cash flow are solid.We still believe Minth is better positioned than most peers in the global auto parts industry.We expect steady revenue growth to continue in the next few years, with possible positive surprise from new businesses.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Minth Group (425 HK) - Well on Track; New Businesses as a Call Option

<ul><li>Maintain BUY. We are of the view that Minth’s 2H24 earnings were a mixed bag, as revenue missed but GPM beat.</li><li>However, its improved operational efficiency, reflected by reduced net debt, lower capex and much higher free cash flow, could lay the foundation for future margin improvement and a higher dividend payout ratio.</li><li>We see ample room for revenue growth in FY25-27E, as battery housing revenue continues to grow fast and new products start to generate meaningful income. </li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Maintain BUY. We are of the view that Minth’s 2H24 earnings were a mixed bag, as revenue missed but GPM beat.However, its improved operational efficiency, reflected by reduced net debt, lower capex and much higher free cash flow, could lay the foundation for future margin improvement and a higher dividend payout ratio.We see ample room for revenue growth in FY25-27E, as battery housing revenue continues to grow fast and new products start to generate meaningful income. Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Minth Group (425 HK) - Solid Revenue and Profit Growth Could Continue

<ul><li>Maintain BUY. Minth’s 1H24 net profit was in line with our forecast, coupled with strong free cash flow to cut its net debt level.</li><li>The company plans to buy back shares and resume dividend distribution for FY24. That could make its dividend yield attractive given its current low valuation.</li><li>Moreover, Minth’s earnings visibility becomes even better with its capex cuts and new business expansion, in our view.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Maintain BUY. Minth’s 1H24 net profit was in line with our forecast, coupled with strong free cash flow to cut its net debt level.The company plans to buy back shares and resume dividend distribution for FY24. That could make its dividend yield attractive given its current low valuation.Moreover, Minth’s earnings visibility becomes even better with its capex cuts and new business expansion, in our view.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

Minth Group (425 HK) - In-Line 1H24 with Better Earnings Visibility Ahead

Taiwan

Minth Group is a global automotive parts manufacturer specializing in the design, development, and production of exterior and structural components for passenger cars, including aluminum battery cases, trims, and body structural parts. The company also develops components for intelligent exteriors and electric vehicle motor systems. Headquartered in Taipei City, Taiwan, Minth Group was founded in 1992.

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Auto - Resilient Leading Indicators During Off-Peak Time

We summarize the Jul 2024 leading indicators as below, including the number of leads, customer flows and new orders generated, for Tesla, NIO, Li...

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Auto - Likely First MoM Rise for Jul NEV Retail Since 2021

Chinese automakers including BYD, Great Wall, NIO, Xpeng, Li Auto, Xiaomi, Zeekr, Aion, Deepal, Leap, Neta and HIMA etc reported their Jul 2024...

CMB International