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美的集团:公司人型机器人产品亮相,未来可期-20250318

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside of 15% to 35% [5][10]. Core Insights - The company has unveiled a humanoid robot prototype capable of various actions, showcasing its innovation in robotics [5]. - The company has a strong foundation in the robotics industry, having entered the industrial robotics sector in 2015 and acquired KUKA, a leading global manufacturer [6]. - The company is integrating resources to develop humanoid robots, focusing on core components and exploring applications in commercial scenarios [6]. - Recent government policies are expected to support the home appliance sector, with significant funding allocated for upgrading durable consumer goods [6]. - Profit forecasts for the company indicate net profits of RMB 39.06 billion, RMB 44.05 billion, and RMB 49.11 billion for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, with corresponding EPS of RMB 5.60, RMB 6.32, and RMB 7.04 [5][6]. Financial Summary - The company's revenue is projected to grow from RMB 373.71 billion in 2023 to RMB 442.58 billion in 2025, with a steady increase in net profit over the same period [12]. - The earnings per share (EPS) is expected to rise from RMB 4.93 in 2023 to RMB 6.32 in 2025, reflecting a positive growth trajectory [5][12]. - The dividend per share (DPS) is forecasted to increase from RMB 3.00 in 2023 to RMB 3.79 in 2025, indicating a growing return to shareholders [5][12].