CALB Reports 60% Revenue Growth in 2025

30 Mar 2026 CW Team

CALB Group reported strong financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, with revenue reaching RMB 44,400.07 million, up 60 per cent year-on-year. Profit surged over 140 per cent to RMB 2,095.22 million, reflecting significant improvement in profitability.

The company strengthened its position across power batteries and energy storage, with market share gains in both segments. In October 2025, its power battery installations ranked among the global top three on a monthly basis, while the commercial EV segment recorded 630 per cent year-on-year growth in early 2026.

CALB expanded its global footprint, entering supply chains of major OEMs including Toyota, Volkswagen and Hyundai, while deepening partnerships with Huawei and Xiaomi. Its 5C super-charged battery continued large-scale deployment, supporting high-performance EV models.

In energy storage, the company secured projects across regions including South Africa, Latin America, the US and Israel, alongside domestic collaborations with major energy players. Emerging sectors such as shipping, low-altitude mobility and robotics also contributed to future growth pipelines.

Technological advancements remained a key focus, with progress in high-performance and solid-state batteries. Developments included 10C and 20C battery systems, alongside next-generation solid-state solutions with enhanced energy density and lifecycle performance.

Driven by its ‘AI + Energy’ strategy, CALB continues to integrate advanced technology with industrial applications, supported by expanding global manufacturing clusters across China, Europe and ASEAN.

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