Core Viewpoint - Sasa International (00178) expects a significant increase in profit for the six months ending September 30, 2025, projecting earnings of approximately HKD 48.5 million to HKD 50.5 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 50%-56% compared to HKD 32.4 million for the same period ending September 30, 2024 [1] Group 1: Profit Growth - The profit attributable to the company's owners is expected to rise significantly due to increased visitor numbers in core markets, Hong Kong and Macau, leading to improved local foot traffic [1] - The implementation of marketing strategies and shopping incentives has successfully attracted customers and enhanced consumer spending, resulting in increased transaction numbers and sales in Hong Kong and Macau [1] - The company's strategy to close physical stores in response to the evolving retail landscape in mainland China and focus on developing local online business has strengthened its profitability [1]

Core Viewpoint - Sa Sa International (00178.HK) expects a significant increase in profit for the six months ending September 30, 2025, projecting earnings of approximately HKD 48.5 million to HKD 50.5 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 50% to 56% compared to HKD 32.4 million for the six months ending September 30, 2024 [1] Group 1 - The increase in profit is primarily attributed to the continuous growth in tourist numbers in Hong Kong and Macau, which has improved local foot traffic [1] - The company has implemented effective marketing strategies and shopping incentives that have successfully attracted customers and enhanced spending, leading to increased transaction numbers and sales in Hong Kong and Macau [1] - The strategic shift to focus on online business development, following the closure of physical stores in response to changes in the retail landscape in mainland China, has strengthened the company's profitability [1]

正面盈利預告 本公告乃根據香港聯合交易所有限公司上市規則第 13.09 條及香港法例第 571 章證券及期貨 條例第 XIVA 部之內幕消息條文(按上市規則定義)而作出。 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本通告的內容概不負責，對其準確 性或完整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本通告全部或任何部份內容而產生或 因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 SA SA INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LIMITED 莎莎國際控股有限公司 ( 於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司 ) (股份代號：178) 於本公告日期，公司之董事為： 執行董事 莎莎國際控股有限公司 (「公司」) 董事會宣佈，根據公司及其附屬公司 (「集團」)初步未經 審核的綜合管理賬目，集團預計截至 2025 年 9 月 30 日止六個月歸屬於公司擁有人的盈利將 錄得大約 48.5 百萬港元至 50.5 百萬港元，按年上升 50%-56%，而截至 2024 年 9 月 30 日 止六個月歸屬於公司擁有人的盈利為 32.4 百萬港元。 集團歸屬於公司擁有人的盈利錄得顯著的提升，主要受惠於: 1 (i) 集團的核心市場 ...

Core Viewpoint - Sasa International is undergoing a critical transformation phase, reporting a sales increase despite challenges in its online operations after closing all offline stores in mainland China [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Performance - For the second fiscal quarter from July 1 to September 30, Sasa International reported a total revenue of HKD 10.308 billion, an increase of 8.4% year-on-year [2]. - Offline sales accounted for approximately 80.2% of total revenue, with offline sales reaching HKD 8.263 billion, a year-on-year growth of 9.4% [2][5]. - Online sales generated HKD 2.045 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 4.9%, representing 19.8% of total revenue [5]. Group 2: Market and Operational Insights - As of September 30, Sasa International operated 157 offline stores, with a net increase of 2 stores, primarily in Hong Kong and Macau [4]. - The company’s core markets remain Hong Kong and Macau, where revenue grew by 10.2% to HKD 7.919 billion during the reporting period [5]. - The Southeast Asian market is identified as a new growth engine, with revenue increasing by 11.2% to HKD 1.189 billion, driven by a 41.3% growth in online sales [5]. Group 3: Challenges and Strategic Focus - In mainland China, Sasa International faced difficulties, with online sales declining by 3.5% to HKD 1.179 billion, although profitability improved year-on-year [7]. - The company is focusing on enhancing its online business and promoting exclusive brands to adapt to changing consumer preferences [7]. - Sasa International has closed all offline stores in mainland China due to the inability to achieve economies of scale, with 14 stores closed by March 31 and the remaining 18 by June 30 [6].

Core Viewpoint - Sasa International (00178) announced the granting of stock options to several directors and employees, which is part of the stock option plan adopted on August 31, 2022 [1] Group 1 - The stock options allow for the subscription of a total of 30.49 million new ordinary shares with a par value of HKD 0.10 each [1] - The effectiveness of the stock options is contingent upon acceptance by the grantees [1]

Group 1 - The core announcement is that Sa Sa International (00178) has granted stock options to several directors and employees under a stock option plan adopted on August 31, 2022 [1] - A total of 30.49 million stock options have been granted, allowing the purchase of new ordinary shares with a par value of HKD 0.10 each [1] - The stock options will only be valid upon acceptance by the grantees [1]

Core Viewpoint - Sasa International (00178.HK) announced the granting of 30.49 million stock options to certain directors and employees, which can be exercised to subscribe for a total of 30.49 million new ordinary shares at a par value of HKD 0.10 each, pending acceptance by the grantees [1] Summary by Category - **Stock Options Granted** - The company granted a total of 30.49 million stock options to various directors and employees [1] - The stock options are linked to the subscription of 30.49 million new ordinary shares [1] - Each new ordinary share has a par value of HKD 0.10 [1] - **Conditions for Validity** - The stock options will only be valid upon acceptance by the grantees [1]

香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不負責，對其準確性或完 整性亦不發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內 容而引致之任何損失承擔任何責任。 授出日期 : 2025年10月8日 授出購股權總數 : 30,490,000 股購股權，其持有人有權按每 授出購股權的行使價 : 每股0.65港元 SA SA INTERNATIONAL HOLDINGS LIMITED 莎莎國際控股有限公司 ( 於開曼群島註冊成立之有限公司 ) (股份代號：178) 授出購股權 本公告乃根據香港聯合交易所有限公司證券上市規則（「上市規則」）第 17.06A 條而作出。 莎莎國際控股有限公司(「本公司」，及其附屬公司「集團」)的董事會謹此宣佈，於 2025 年 10 月 8 日(「授出日期」)，根據本公司於 2022 年 8 月 31 日採納的購股權計劃（「2022 年購 股權計劃」）授出購股權（「購股權」）予集團的若干董事及僱員(「承授人」)，該等購股權附 有權利可認購合共 30,490,000 股本公司每股面值 0.10 港元的新普通股（「股份」），惟須待承 授人接 ...

Group 1 - JD Qixian's online order volume during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holiday increased by 171% year-on-year, with self-owned brand sales up by 264% [1] - The sales of mooncake gift boxes surged by 595% year-on-year, while fruit gift boxes saw a 583% increase [1] - The overall sales of various seafood products grew by nearly 100%, and the liquor category's sales increased by 109% [1] Group 2 - JD Discount Supermarket's six stores received over 5 million customers from September 20 to October 6, with mooncake sales up over 300% compared to previous periods [2] Group 3 - The "All Girls' Happy Market" event in Guangzhou allowed consumers to try products before purchasing, featuring over 30 popular brands [4] - The event is part of a strategy to bring online shopping experiences into physical spaces [4] Group 4 - The Gaode Nightlife Report indicated that Nanchang was the most popular city for nightlife during the National Day holiday, with significant increases in tourism to second and third-tier cities [6] Group 5 - Domestic gold jewelry prices have risen sharply, with prices for 24K gold jewelry reaching 1,157 CNY per gram, an increase of 16 CNY from the previous day [9] Group 6 - Xiaomi's 17 series launch exceeded expectations, with promotional offers continuing until October 31 [9] Group 7 - Sa Sa International reported a sales increase of 8.4% year-on-year for the second quarter, with Hong Kong and Macau sales up by 10.1% [9] Group 8 - Tmall Supermarket announced a goal for the upcoming Double 11 shopping festival to achieve delivery within 4 hours, expanding its service capabilities [10] Group 9 - SHEIN plans to open its first permanent physical stores in France in November, marking a shift from its primarily online business model [11] Group 10 - Mixue Ice Cream has acquired a 53% stake in the fresh beer brand "Fulu Jia" for 297 million CNY, expanding into the beer market [12] - Despite a 39.3% revenue growth in the first half of the year, Mixue faces challenges with a 40% stock price drop over three months [12] Group 11 - Dazhong Dianping's "Quality Takeaway" service saw a 164% increase in user traffic from smaller cities during the holiday, indicating a shift in consumer behavior [15] Group 12 - The restaurant brand "Eating Emperor" closed all three of its Shanghai locations due to lease expirations, reflecting challenges in the restaurant industry amid rising costs and competition [17] - The retail sector experienced a split during the holiday, with online sales booming while traditional supermarkets faced declining foot traffic and increased costs [17]

Group 1: Hong Kong Stock Market Highlights - Jinli Permanent Magnet (06680) rose over 5%, with institutions optimistic about valuation and performance in the rare earth sector [1] - Heyu-B (02256) increased by more than 7%, as the upcoming launch of Pimiatin is expected to provide continuous sales revenue [1] - Sa Sa International (00178) saw a rise of over 6%, with a 8.4% year-on-year increase in revenue for the second fiscal quarter [1] - Gold stocks continued their recent upward trend, with Chifeng Jilong Gold Mining (06693) up over 14% and Zijin Mining International (02259) up over 7% [1] - Xinjiang Xin Mining (03833) surged over 17%, with the company announcing a near doubling of stock price after its return to A-shares [1] Group 2: U.S. Stock Market Highlights - AMD (AMD.US) rose 3.83% after announcing a 6 GW computing power agreement with OpenAI for future AI infrastructure [3] - Trilogy Metals (TMQ.US) skyrocketed 211% following the U.S. government's announcement to acquire a 10% stake in the company [3] - AppLovin (APP.US) increased by 7.64%, amid reports of an SEC investigation regarding its advertising practices [3] - Ford Motor Company (F.US) fell 6.14% due to a significant fire at a key production facility, expected to halt operations until next year [4] - Soluna Holdings (SLNH.US) surged 12.78%, reporting an increase in mining capacity from 526 PH/s in August to 658 PH/s in September [4]