1. Q3 earnings decline was mainly affected by non-recurring items and investment income. 2. Lithium prices rebounded in Q3, signaling a market bottom.
**Key Points** Yongxing Special Materials Technology Co., Ltd. released its Q3 2025 financial report: - Revenue for the first three quarters reached RMB 5.547 billion, down 10.98% YoY. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 532 million, a 45.25% YoY decline. - Adjusted net profit (excluding non-recurring items) stood at RMB 466 million, down 39.79% YoY.
In Q3 alone: - Revenue was RMB 1.853 billion, up 6.61% YoY but down 2.7% QoQ. - Net profit attributable to shareholders fell 33.69% YoY and 37.55% QoQ to RMB 131 million. - Adjusted net profit dropped 17.8% YoY and 3.83% QoQ to RMB 139 million.
**Factors Behind Q3 Earnings Decline** Non-recurring expenses and investment losses significantly impacted profits: - Non-operating expenses rose by RMB 29.71 million QoQ to RMB 34.1 million. - Other income decreased by RMB 56.35 million QoQ to RMB 13.18 million. - Investment losses widened by RMB 37.86 million QoQ to RMB 1.19 million. These three items collectively reduced Q3 pre-tax profit by over RMB 120 million.
**Lithium Price Recovery and Market Bottom** According to BaiChuan Info, the average Q3 price of battery-grade lithium carbonate (99.5%) in Jiangxi was RMB 76,000/ton (tax-inclusive), down 8% YoY but up 12% QoQ, indicating a rebound after hitting bottom in Q2.
The company has optimized its strategy by shifting from spot sales to a hybrid "spot + futures" model to mitigate price volatility. Cost control measures and strong demand from the energy storage sector have further supported profitability. As of October 30, lithium carbonate prices rose 12% monthly, suggesting continued recovery.
**Investment Outlook** As China’s leading lepidolite producer, Yongxing maintains cost advantages and market share even during downturns. Its integrated expansion in mining and processing enhances resource security.
**Risks** 1) Sharp decline in downstream lithium demand. 2) Significant lithium price drop. 3) Delays in new project ramp-ups. 4) Underperformance of newly added capacity.
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