<Research> CMSI Endorses UBTECH ROBOTICS, XPENG-W, and HORIZONROBOT-W; Various Factors Boost Robotics and Smart Driving Industries
AI and Robotics Sector Growth: The AI + smart driving and AI + robotics sectors are experiencing significant growth, positively impacting stock valuations, according to CMSI's research report.
Stock Recommendations: CMSI recommends UBTECH ROBOTICS and XPENG-W for humanoid machines, while highlighting HORIZONROBOT-W, HESAI-W, and ROBOSENSE in the smart driving supply chain, and MINTH GROUP for robotic components.
Target Price Adjustments: CMSI has raised the target prices for UBTECH ROBOTICS to HKD155 and HORIZONROBOT-W to HKD13.8, maintaining an Overweight rating for both.
Short Selling Data: The report includes short selling data for various stocks, indicating significant short selling activity, particularly for XPENG-W and HORIZONROBOT-W.
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Market Performance: The Hang Seng Index (HSI) fell by 465 points (1.7%) to close at 26,567, while the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTI) and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (HSCEI) also experienced declines, with market turnover reaching $257.58 billion.
Active Heavyweights: Major stocks like Meituan, Ping An, and HKEX saw significant drops, with Meituan down 3.2% and Ping An down 2.2%. Xiaomi was the only heavyweight to gain, closing up 0.9%.
Notable Declines: Several constituents of the HSI and HSCEI, including Zijin Mining and Sinopec Corp, experienced substantial losses, with Zijin Mining dropping 7.6% and Sinopec Corp down 5.1%.
Gainers and New Highs: Despite the overall market decline, some stocks like Haidilao and WH Group saw gains, with Haidilao up 3.1% and WH Group hitting a new high, closing up 0.9%.

Market Performance: The Hang Seng Index (HSI) fell by 484 points (1.8%) to 26,547, while the Hang Seng Tech Index (HSTI) and the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index (HSCEI) also experienced declines of 1.6% and 1.7%, respectively.
Active Heavyweights: Major stocks like Meituan, Ping An, Alibaba, and Tencent saw significant drops, with Meituan down 4.5% and Tencent down 1.7%, amidst high short selling activity.
Notable Declines: Companies such as Zijin Mining and China Life faced substantial losses, with Zijin Mining dropping 5.2% and China Life down 4.9%, reflecting a broader trend of declining stock prices.
Gainers and Losers: Healthyway Inc. experienced a notable increase of 18.8%, while Mongol Mining and Fit Hon Teng saw significant declines of 13.7% and 11.3%, respectively, indicating volatility in the market.

Stock Ratings Overview: Various companies in the automotive sector, including BYD, Li Auto, XPeng, and Fuyao Glass, received "Buy" ratings with adjusted target prices reflecting recent market performance.
Short Selling Activity: Significant short selling activity was noted for several companies, with Li Auto and Minth Group showing high short selling ratios of 34.55% and 21.42%, respectively.
Neutral and Sell Ratings: NIO, Tuopu Group, and Huayu Automotive received "Neutral" or "Sell" ratings, indicating a cautious outlook on their stock performance.
Market Pressures: CLSA reported that rising costs are further compressing automaker profits, with companies like BYD and Leapmotor positioned better to absorb these pressures.

Market Challenges for Chinese Auto Parts: Chinese auto part manufacturers are expected to face difficulties due to slowing growth in domestic automobile and EV production, RMB appreciation, and rising commodity prices, according to JP Morgan.
FUYAO GLASS Downgraded: JP Morgan downgraded FUYAO GLASS to Neutral, lowering its target price from HKD80 to HKD70, citing increased competition despite the company holding over 80% market share in China.
MINTH GROUP Remains Strong: MINTH GROUP is the only stock in the Chinese auto part sector to retain an Overweight rating, with a target price of HKD70, attributed to its strong presence in the EU EV market.
Battery Supply Chain Favorability: JP Morgan favors the battery supply chain for its expected growth exceeding 40%, maintaining Overweight ratings for CATL and ENERGY TECHNOLOGY.

Joint Venture Announcement: MINTH GROUP has reached a framework agreement with LEADER HARMONIOUS to establish a joint venture for assembling humanoid robot joint modules in the US, with ownership split 60% to MINTH California and 40% to LEADER HARMONIOUS.
Stock Performance and Ratings: MINTH GROUP's stock rose by 7.339%, and Citi has reiterated a Buy rating with a target price of HKD46, including the company in its 90-day potential upward catalyst watchlist.

Stock Performance: MINTH GROUP (00425.HK) saw a significant increase of 8.31%, reaching a five-year high of HKD40.5, with a last trading price of HKD40.4 and a turnover of HKD225 million.
Joint Venture Announcement: The Group has entered a framework agreement with LEADER HARMONIOUS (688017.SH) to establish a joint venture in the US, focusing on humanoid robot joint module assemblies.
Ownership Structure: The joint venture will be owned 60% by Minth California and 40% by LEADER HARMONIOUS, with initial capital contributions estimated at USD10 million (approximately HKD78 million).
Market Insights: CMBI has raised the target price for MINTH GROUP to $42, citing strong growth prospects driven by its battery compartment, robotics, and liquid cooling businesses.




