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小鹏汽车-W (09868.HK,XPEV.US) 2026年第一季度业绩电话会
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Xpeng Group, transitioning from a smart electric vehicle company to a physical AI company, anticipates rapid growth driven by its smart EV business, which will fund investments in AI research and development. The company plans to mass-produce robot taxis and humanoid robots, aiming to establish a commercial ecosystem and capitalize on global opportunities in physical AI applications. Xpeng expects significant increases in vehicle deliveries and revenue, supported by the launch of new models and advanced technologies, positioning itself as a leader in both domestic and international markets.
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Minutes of the Financial Results Release and Investor Exchange Meeting for the First Quarter of 2026
This meeting announced the company's financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2026, and management shared related results and explained non-GAAP financial measures. The meeting also set up a question and answer session for investors to gain insight into the company, while highlighting the forward-looking statements included in the discussion and their potential risks.
Xiaopeng Group transforms into a AI company to accelerate the development and commercialization of physical AI.
Xiaopeng Group announced the change of Chinese name, emphasizing the transformation from intelligent electric vehicle enterprises to physical AI companies. It is planned to increase R & D investment and promote the application of physical AI, such as automatic driving and robot technology. It is expected to realize the mass production of robot taxi and humanoid robots in 2026 and build a commercial ecology. The goal is to transform physical AI technology into new revenue and profit growth points and create significant commercial value.
Xiaopeng Auto's delivery volume increased in the first quarter, and it is expected to increase by 60% in the second quarter from the previous quarter to lead the market.
In the first quarter, Xiaopeng delivered 62682 units, focusing on the balance between sales volume and operating quality. It is expected that the delivery volume in the second quarter will 400000 to 106000 units, up about 60% month on month. The introduction of four new SUV models, the completion of all models to Turing chip upgrade, Model M03 for 20 consecutive months to top the-class pure electric car sales, Xiaopeng car will continue to succeed in the global market.
Xiaopeng Group's flagship model GX leads the new direction of technology luxury
Xiaopeng Group launched its flagship model GX on May 20. The model is equipped with a fully redundant hardware and software system and has become a benchmark for technological luxury, with high-end versions accounting for over 80%. The group will make every effort to increase production capacity, and will launch three new cars in the second half of the year, all equipped with Turing chips, with one car dual energy, facing the global market. With the delivery of new cars, the Group's quarterly deliveries are expected to increase significantly, and brand strength and profits will continue to improve.
Accelerating International Layout in 2026: Xiaopeng's Globalization Strategy and Localization Operation
In 2026, Xiaopeng Automobile will accelerate its international business development through high-quality high-tech products and deepening localized operations. It is planned to achieve monthly overseas sales of more than 10,000 in the fourth quarter and double overseas sales throughout the year. Starting from this year, all new models are facing the global market, shortening the time difference between domestic and foreign listing. Three production bases have been established overseas, and the Munich R & D center has developed rapidly. The goal is to become a long-term and localized enterprise and strengthen the connection with overseas users and partners.
Breakthrough and Global Layout Strategy of Xiaopeng Auto's Autonomous Driving Technology
Xiaopeng's second-generation VI technology has achieved a major breakthrough in the proportion of assisted driving mileage, verifying the leap in capability brought about by the increase in the amount of model parameters. The company plans to accelerate its investment and raise the model cap to consolidate its lead in autonomous driving. At the same time, Xiaopeng is actively promoting the deployment and certification of overseas markets, with the goal of becoming a global leader in the field of L4 automatic driving. In addition, Xiaopeng will explore the commercialization path of economical Robotaxi, create value with partners, and accelerate the process of China's automobile intelligent export.
Xiaopeng Group's Self-developed Humanoid Robot Mass Production Progress and Market Layout
Xiaopeng Group in the field of humanoid robots to achieve full stack hardware and software self-research, including chips, data models, dexterous hands, etc., is in accordance with the car-level safety standards to promote mass production. It is expected that a new generation of robots with multilingual communication, full-posture movement and professional task execution will be displayed in the third quarter, which will be mass-produced by the end of the year and will be first commercially available in stores and delivered to domestic and foreign commercial customers the following year. Humanoid robot hardware and AI model revenue will be a key driver of Xiaopeng Group's future revenue and gross profit growth.
Xiaopeng Group's physical AI technology leads global expansion with significant growth in deliveries and revenues expected in 2026
Xiaopeng Group is committed to promoting the commercialization of physical AI technology, including VA2.0 model, Turing chip and robot taxi. It is expected to deliver 100000 to 106000 units in the second quarter of 2026, with revenue of about 19.6 billion to 20.8 billion yuan, achieving strong growth. Through cooperation with Volkswagen, Xiaopeng has verified the business model and is accelerating the large-scale commercial deployment of physical AI applications, especially in overseas markets, the return will exceed that of domestic. With global vehicle delivery, capacity enhancement and international business expansion, Xiaopeng is entering a high-speed growth period, its operating quality and gross margin performance is solid, aiming to build a new business model based on physical AI technology, to achieve high-speed expansion of hardware sales and AI model revenue.
Financial report for the first quarter of 2026: revenue decline, rising costs lead to losses.
The financial report points out that total revenue decreased by 17.6 in the first quarter of 2026, mainly due to the decrease in vehicle sales. Services and other income grew 41.2 per cent annually, but fell 36.1 per cent in the quarter. Gross margin rose from 15.6 per cent to 20.6 per cent, but operating losses widened as costs rose. R & D expenses increased by 46.8 percent, while SGNA expenses decreased by 32.5 percent. As of March 31, the cash reserve was 4.209 billion.
Xiaopeng's flagship model GX sales and strategic planning
It was discussed that the sales performance of Xiaopeng's new model GX exceeded expectations. The current flagship version has a large order volume and a waiting time of more than 30 weeks. The management said that it will fully support the supply chain to improve production capacity and is committed to providing high-quality services to ensure long-term stable delivery. At the same time, it emphasizes the importance of modularization and security of supply chain management, aiming to achieve a balance between commercial value and scale, and pursue more stable sales growth.
Xiaopeng Auto Discusses Robot Taxi Business Development and Regulatory Impact
Discussed Xiaopeng's domestic operations and overseas expansion plans in the field of Robot Taxi, emphasizing that despite the recent tightening of China's self-driving regulations, it has not had a negative impact on the overall pace. It is planned to experiment with rapid development of existing models and launch an economical car for commercial verification in 2027. At the same time, Xiaopeng Auto will focus on products and cooperation models to avoid direct operations. Robot Taxi is expected to become a new track parallel to passenger car sales.
Discussion on the medium and long term strategy and overseas layout of VOA2.0 and humanoid robot technology
The dialogue revolves around the medium-and long-term strategy of VOA2.0 and OTA technology, and mentions important trends and changes in the coming year, including the improvement of self-driving caps, language communication skills and the initial realization of car steward functions. At the same time, the potential advantages and strategies of humanoid robots in hardware cost, safety and overseas markets are discussed, and the considerations different from automobile production and the adaptability of overseas policies under the global sales logic are emphasized.
Robot Taxi Expansion Scheme and Licence Application Progress
The expansion plan, timetable and license application progress of robot taxi in cities other than Guangzhou were discussed. It is planned to launch economical vehicles and comprehensive solutions in 2027 to enhance global commercialization capabilities.
Influencing Factors and Forecast Analysis of Gross Profit Rate in the Second Quarter
The dialogue focused on gross margin in the second quarter, referring to the positive impact of increased sales and the increase in the proportion of high-margin models on gross margin, while pointing out the pressure of rising raw material costs. Despite facing increased costs, the gross margin in the second quarter is expected to be the same as in the first quarter due to the introduction of high-margin models such as gx.
Xiaopeng Auto Overseas Market Strategy and Growth Catalyst Analysis
The dialogue focused on the long-term growth drivers of Xiaopeng's overseas markets, discussing the contribution of overseas markets to sales and profits over the next three years, as well as the profit comparison between localized production and export models. Emphasizing the strategic importance of overseas markets, it is expected that overseas revenue and profits will account for more than half in the next five years, and plans to accelerate the process of globalization by increasing overseas R & D investment, especially in hardware, software, channels and services.
Analysis on Localization Proportion and Regional Difference of Xiaopeng Automobile's Overseas Production
Xiaopeng's local production plan in Southeast Asia and Europe was discussed. It is expected that Southeast Asian factories will mainly meet local demand this year and next year, while Austrian factories will provide important production capacity for the European market. Most vehicles sold in Europe will be manufactured locally. At the same time, the company is actively looking for ways to improve production capacity and localization level to meet market rules.
Discussion on Commercial Application and Sales Strategy of Xiaopeng Robot
Discussed the application of Xiaopeng robot in business environment, such as guided shopping guide and cashier role, as well as pre-training and post-training by generating data with partners to adapt to different scenarios. It is also mentioned that the cost structure of robots is similar to that of automobiles, and the sales strategy may be borrowed from the automotive industry.
Robot commercialization path discussion: hardware high gross margin and software charges in parallel.
This paper discusses the commercialization strategy of robots, emphasizes the high gross profit margin of hardware and the potential of software fees, pays attention to the return cycle of customers buying robots, analyzes the advantages of overseas markets over the Chinese market, and thinks about the logic of customers using robots to increase value.
Medium-and long-term strategy and short-term financial planning: transformation of AI platform companies and changes in revenue structure
The dialogue focused on the company's medium-and long-term strategy of transforming into a physical AI platform company, and discussed the evolution of the business model, the timing of revenue for each strategic segment and changes in revenue structure. At the same time, the issues related to short-term financial planning are mentioned, but the focus is on strategic direction and future revenue forecasts.
Intelligent Automobile Enterprises Discuss Future Business Logic and Competitive Advantage
The dialogue focuses on the future business logic of intelligent automobile enterprises, focusing on the three core competencies of hardware scale effect, software platform construction and network effect, and intelligent ant colony effect. Enterprises emphasize that in the short to medium term, they will focus on brand upgrading, global scale and gross profit, so as to ensure sufficient R & D investment, so as to enhance the competitiveness of science and technology.
Discussion on the Trend of Service Revenue and the Possibility of Overseas Expansion of Technical Cooperation
The dialogue discussed the future trend of service revenue, especially the expansion potential of technology pre-sales cooperation in overseas markets, and the company's openness to technology commercialization and partnership. Management said that technology and services revenue in 2026 will be the same as in 2025, and plans to deliver products at a large scale from the second quarter. At the same time, the company takes a positive attitude towards using its own technology to expand business opportunities and encourages the realization of business value through technical cooperation.
要点回答
Q:What are the financial results for the first quarter of 2026 that were mentioned during the conference call?
A:The financial results for the first quarter of 2026 included in the conference call were not explicitly detailed in the provided text. However, it is mentioned that the company has issued its financial and operating results online and they are available for viewing on the IR section of the company's website.
Q:What is the strategic focus of the company as mentioned by the CEO?
A:The strategic focus of the company, as mentioned by the CEO, is to invest in AI-related research and development and to integrate physical AI into products like robot taxis and humanoid robots. This is seen as a global strategic opportunity, with plans to create a commercial ecosystem and generate new revenue and profit growth.
Q:How many vehicles were delivered in the first quarter of 2026, and what was the company's focus during this period?
A:In the first quarter of 2026, the company delivered a total of 62,682 vehicles. The company's focus during this period was not just on scaling up deliveries but also on balancing delivery volume with operating quality and long-term development.
Q:What are the expectations for vehicle交付量 in the second quarter and the plans for new models?
A:The company expects the second quarter交付量 to be between 40,000 and 60,000 vehicles, representing approximately a 60% increase from the first quarter. Four new SUV models are set to be launched and delivered in the next six months, with product definitions starting from a global perspective.
Q:What significant developments have been made with the 2026 models and what market segments are they aimed at?
A:The 2026 models have seen the launch of the P7 with new Max and OPA versions, powered by the new 'Touring' chip, and the introduction of the G9, which is the first full-lane adaptive巡航 (L4)量产车型 and China's first such vehicle with full hardware redundancy. The P7 has gained popularity with over 85% of users opting for the Max or OPA versions, and the G9 is aimed at the A-class pure electric vehicle segment, offering advanced technology and safety features.
Q:What is the significance of the G9 launch and how is the company planning to further expand its product line?
A:The G9 launch is significant as it represents the company's flagship vehicle designed for the L4 era and the first vehicle in China to be equipped with full hardware and software redundancy for level 4 autonomy. The G9 is seen as the starting point for the company's aggressive expansion into the SUV market. Additionally, the company plans to further its product line-up with the introduction of three new models later in the year, all featuring the new Touring chip and equipped for dual energy capability, designed for global markets.
Q:What are the company's plans for its international business and product deliveries?
A:The company is aiming to significantly accelerate its international business, with the P7 G车型 already starting overseas deliveries and plans to deliver four new全球化车型. The company expects to achieve a monthly overseas sales rate of over 10,000 units in the fourth quarter, marking a more than doubling of full-year overseas sales. Additionally, the company has established local production bases and aims to have a stronger presence in local markets, with rapid growth anticipated in its Munich R&D center.
Q:What advancements have been made in the company's autonomous driving technology, and what future plans are there?
A:The company's second-generation VOA models have seen the辅助驾驶里程占比首次突破50%, establishing the technology as a frequent, high-demand feature for users. The company has observed two major changes: the successful transition from end-to-end methods to physical event model-based paradigms and the evolution of users from using intelligent辅助驾驶 to utilizing it as a core functionality. The company plans to continue investing and scaling up, targeting the release of a new version in the third quarter that will significantly enhance model capabilities and maintain the company's lead in自动驾驶 technology.
Q:What percentage of vehicles equipped with VLA 2.0 saw a 50 percent increase in knowledge penetration, signaling advanced intelligent driving as a 'must have' feature?
A:50 percent of VLA 2.0 equipped vehicles saw a knowledge penetration increase, signaling that advanced intelligent driving has become a 'must have' feature.
Q:What is the significance of the upcoming release schedule for Q3 in terms of model performance?
A:The upcoming release schedule for Q3 is set to substantially elevate the upper limit of model performance.
Q:Which region has initiated the certification process for high-level自驾技术,并且小鹏的第二代车型正在此地区进行测试?
A:Europe has initiated the certification process for high-level自驾技术, and小鹏的第二代车型正在欧洲进行测试。
Q:What significant changes have been observed in global user期盼对于高等级智能体系下的系统,例如VLA和VOM?
A:Recent research shows that global users' demand for assistant smart driving system (DLA) and full scenario multilingual conversational system (DLM) is far stronger than anticipated.
Q:What is the current status of the l four test for the GX fleet in Guangzhou, and what is the target for this year?
A:The l four test for the GX fleet in Guangzhou is already in progress, with the target to launch a robot taxi demonstration operation in the city in the third quarter.
Q:What is the potential business impact of the new local taxi production model being proposed by the company?
A:The company aims to create a multi-party win-win local taxi production, and realize business growth by creating and sharing business value with operation partners.
Q:What is the projected timeline for the delivery of the new generation of robots, and where will they initially be deployed?
A:The new generation of robots is expected to be ready for delivery in the third quarter, with initial commercial deployment planned in smallp’s showrooms, followed by deliveries to Chinese and overseas commercial customers in the next year.
Q:What are the current developments in the soft and hardware integration for the mass production humanoid robot 'X-POD'?
A:The development of the mass production humanoid robot 'X-POD', which is based on the Lambda type, is progressing smoothly and is about to enter the E, T two software hardware integration stage. The robot is built to automotive grade safety and reliability standards with a substantial reduction in cost and an increased level of flexibility.
Q:What are the current plans for the physical AI applications, and what is the projected timeline for their global expansion?
A:Current plans include the mass production and global expansion of physical AI applications, including robotaxis and humanoid robots. The company believes these areas present significant potential for commercial scale and investment returns, with the expectation that the B2B market will experience rapid growth and international markets will generate higher returns than domestic ones.
Q:What are the expected delivery and revenue figures for the second quarter, and what is the anticipated trajectory for future sales?
A:For the second quarter, the expected delivery range is 100,000 to 106,000 units with a projected revenue of RMB 19.6 billion to RMB 20.8 billion. It is anticipated that sales will continue to rise in the third and fourth quarters as a result of new global models, production capacity increases, and rapid growth in international business.
Q:What were the financial results for the first quarter of 2026?
A:SGNA expenses were 1.88 billion for the first quarter of 2026, representing a decrease of 3.2% year over year and a decrease of 32.5% quarter over quarter. Loss from Operations was 1.87 billion for the first quarter of 2026 compared with 1.04 billion year over year and 0.000.04 billion quarter over quarter. Net loss was 1.78 billion for the first quarter of 2026 compared with a net loss of 0.66 billion year over year and a net profit of 0.38 billion.
Q:What is the current cash position of the company?
A:The cash position as of March 31, 2026, was 42.09 billion.
Q:What can be expected from the new model GX in terms of sales and profitability?
A:The new model GX has shown strong market performance, with the flagship version proving to be popular, and the company is focusing on expanding supply chain support and production capacity. The company is also aiming to ensure high-quality service and delivery. As a flagship model, the gross margin is very good, and the company is actively promoting supply chain support and capacity building while also prioritizing quality assurance for long-term delivery sustainability.
Q:What are the plans for the robot taxi business and how will it affect the company's C端 sales?
A:The company is accelerating the robot taxi business and plans to further enhance operations in the second half of 2026. They have plans for domestic operations and global expansion. The company's approach to the robot taxi business is to focus on product development and take a commission through partnership arrangements rather than direct operation, which is expected to positively impact C端 sales. The development of the robot taxi business is seen as a separate growth track for the company.
Q:What are the upcoming important developments and changes related to VIA 2.0 and OTA updates?
A:The company plans to make two significant advancements in the VIA 2.0 and OTA strategy. The first is an important update in August (Q3) of this year, where the focus will be on significantly enhancing the上限 for the first version of VIA, resulting in a more intelligent and泛化的体验, and reducing the frequency of接管. The second development is expected by the end of the year, when VIA 2.0 will incorporate voice communication capabilities and start to lay the groundwork for future管家 functionality. These updates are designed to progressively roll out over three OTA updates, the first being in August, with the final update expected before the year-end.
Q:What are the expected developments for the esplanade VLA or BLA plus VLM capability in 2026?
A:In 2026, the esplanade VLA or BLA plus VLM capability is expected to progress through two key development phases. The first phase is anticipated to occur in August of the same year, where the system will feature a smarter and more communicative interface with improved generalization capabilities, reducing the need for human takeover or intervention.
Q:How will the performance of the Valley's second version change compared to the first?
A:The performance of the Valley's second version is expected to show significant improvement in terms of ceiling capability compared to the first version. In addition to enhanced safety engineering and basic experience, it will also develop an effective language communication capability that approaches the proficiency of human-like interaction.
Q:What performance improvements are anticipated for the robot by August 2023?
A:By August 2023, there is an expectation of a substantial performance improvement in the robot's capabilities, particularly focusing on a reduction in the need for human intervention and a more effective language communication system that approaches the level of a human-like interaction.
Q:How might the business model change with the advancement of自动驾驶 technology?
A:The business model is expected to undergo significant changes as a result of the advancements in自动驾驶 technology, leading to a transformation in the industry with a focus on creating an 'alpha' software capability on level 2 hardware in the future.
Q:What considerations are involved in the production of human-shaped robots compared to automobiles?
A:The production of human-shaped robots involves considerations that are distinct from automobiles and even non-automotive production. These considerations include safety, human-machine interaction, coexistence in the world, reliability, stability, maintainability, scaling up the production process, supply chain management, data privacy, traffic, and云端算力等问题.
Q:How does the cost structure of robots compare to that of automobiles?
A:Currently, the cost structure of robots is similar to that of automobiles, but it is anticipated that in the long term, there will be more scalable and economical solutions for robots. However, at present, the cost structure for robots is closely aligned with that of cars.
Q:What are the plans for expanding the robot taxi service outside of Guangzhou and what progress has been made with licensing approvals?
A:The plans for the robot taxi service involve expanding to more cities outside of Guangzhou and entering into partnership agreements with local operators for localized service delivery. A significant milestone was obtaining a license for the robot taxi in Guangzhou. As for licensing approvals, there has been substantial interest and inquiry from potential partners globally, with the expectation to commence commercialization following the launch of the new economic vehicle model and the related solution in 2027.
Q:What is the expected impact of the model mix and rising costs of memory chips and battery raw materials on the second quarter's毛利率?
A:The expected impact of the model mix shift and rising costs of memory chips and battery raw materials on the second quarter's毛利率 is minimal. The company anticipates the cost increases to be included in future quarters, with the full-size SUV model GX having a high gross profit margin. The delivery of the GX model is expected to begin in the following quarters, contributing to an improved product mix in the second half of the year. Consequently, the company expects the second quarter's total profit margin to be around the same as the first quarter.
Q:What are the expectations for海外市场的收销量及对整体收入和利润的贡献?
A:Xiaopeng expects to make more than half of its revenue and profit in overseas markets in the next five years. With the launch of four global models, Xiaopeng plans to significantly increase the speed of globalization between 2027 and 2028, and will invest heavily overseas, including hardware, AI software, channels, services, and localized charging capabilities.
Q:What is the expectation for the proportion of overseas localized production and the difference in the proportion of different regions?
A:Xiaopeng has two factories in Indonesia and Malaysia in Southeast Asia to meet local demand, and cooperates with Austria's Magna to manufacture models for the European market. These manufacturers will increase production capacity this year, and new models will also be introduced to the local market. Among them, Southeast Asian countries mainly target the local market, while Austria provides support for the European market. Xiaopeng expects that European sales will mainly rely on local manufacturing, but where there are currently no manufacturing facilities in other countries, it will continue to maintain the existing business model. At the same time, as sales volume and market share in large markets grow, Xiaopeng is actively seeking to increase production capacity and localization efforts.
Q:What role will Xiaopeng's robots play in the retail scene, and what specific ways may they work with partners?
A:Xiaopeng's robot will be used interactively in the commercial environment. Initially, it will be applied to the function of shopping guide, such as introducing models in stores, but human employees are still required to participate in the test drive. In addition, robots can help introduce basic information and display product performance to improve efficiency. As the technology advances, Xiaopeng will work with ecosystem partners to develop data, train different models, and place them on the previously collaborated internal Apple store for download and activation. At the same time, Xiaopeng is also considering expanding to other areas, such as cashiers and other retail positions. From a commercial point of view, Xiaopeng's robots have a higher gross profit space, and consider charging for software when used in the cloud to achieve faster commercial development. For businesses or small B who buy robots, they will pay attention to the investment return period. Xiaopeng believes that it is possible to achieve the business goal in a few months overseas, while it may take longer in China. Xiaopeng is thinking about how to use and buy robots for customers and how robots create value for customers.
Q:What are Xiaopeng's plans for renaming the company and thinking about the evolution of its future business model?
A:Xiaopeng Motors plans to raise barriers through economies of scale (including hardware and ecosystem effects), network effects (software fees and multilateral network effects), and the ant colony effect of intelligent agents, and integrate these three into its strategy. The company is currently focusing on brand upward, expanding scale and improving gross profit efficiency, and actively layout globalization strategy. At the same time, Xiaopeng Automobile emphasizes the continuous growth of business and technological innovation through cooperation with technology and service partners, especially overseas expansion.
Q:In terms of service revenue, what is the development trend of Xiaopeng Automobile and the possible cooperation areas with overseas partners?
A:Xiaopeng expects 2022 technology services and IP licensing revenue to be comparable to 2021. Starting in the second quarter, the company will deliver touring SOCs to its partners in Moscow. Xiaopeng Automobile believes that user monetization and technology commercialization related to this kind of cooperation is a very attractive business for the company. Given the company's proprietary technologies, Xiaopeng remains open and willing to expand opportunities to commercialize these technologies.
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