Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [10][4] Core Views - The manufacturing business shows resilience with a 6.2% year-on-year revenue growth in H1 2025, reaching $2.8 billion. The outdoor sports shoes and casual shoes segments grew by 4.9% and 29.2% respectively, while the overall footwear shipment volume increased by 5% to 130 million pairs [1][2] - The retail business faces pressure, with a revenue decline of 8.3% in H1 2025, totaling 9.16 billion yuan. Physical store sales dropped by 14%, and same-store sales fell by 10% to 20% [2][3] - The company expects revenue growth of 2.5%, 6%, and 5.4% for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with net profit growth of 0.8%, 10.2%, and 6.9% during the same period [3][9] Financial Summary - H1 2025 revenue reached $4.06 billion, a 1.1% increase year-on-year, while net profit decreased by 7.2% to $170 million. Q2 revenue slightly declined by 0.4% to $2.03 billion, but net profit increased by 13% to $100 million [1][2] - The manufacturing business's gross margin decreased by 1.4 percentage points to 17.7% in H1 2025, primarily due to uneven capacity utilization and rising labor costs [2][3] - The retail business's gross margin fell by 0.7 percentage points to 33.5% in H1 2025, attributed to increased discounts amid fluctuating consumer demand [3][9]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [5]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 4.1 billion USD for H1 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 1.1%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 170 million USD, showing a decrease of 7.16% [1]. - The manufacturing segment generated 2.8 billion USD in revenue, up 6.2%, with a gross margin of 17.7%, down 1.4 percentage points [1]. - The retail segment demonstrated significant growth, with a revenue increase of over 30% for the outdoor line Pony and a 100% surge in live-stream sales [3]. - The company is implementing cost-saving measures to counteract rising labor costs and has a strong cash flow position with total cash nearing 900 million USD [2]. Summary by Sections Manufacturing Business - The demand for footwear products continues to show steady growth, supported by a favorable order mix and an increase in average selling price (ASP) to 20.6 USD per pair, up 3.2% [1][2]. - The company is enhancing research and development efficiency and implementing cost-saving measures to mitigate labor cost pressures [2]. - The financial management is robust, with a stable cash flow and a mid-term dividend of 0.4 HKD per share, maintaining a payout ratio of 48% [2]. Retail Business - The diversified business matrix has proven effective, with the yoga brand XEXYMIX achieving vertical integration and the outdoor line Pony seeing sales growth exceeding 30% [3]. - The gross margin for Q2 reached 34.5%, an increase of 1.8 percentage points, due to successful pricing strategy adjustments [3]. - The all-channel revenue contribution reached a record high of 33%, growing 16% year-on-year, with live-stream sales experiencing a significant increase [3]. Financial Forecast - The revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 8.3 billion USD, 8.8 billion USD, and 9.4 billion USD, respectively, due to tariff pressures [4]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders is projected to remain stable at 400 million USD for 2025, with corresponding EPS of 0.25 USD [4].

Core Viewpoint - Yuanyuan Group reported a revenue of $4.06 billion for H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 1.1%, while net profit attributable to shareholders was $170 million, a decrease of 7.2% [1] Group 1: Manufacturing Business - The manufacturing segment achieved revenue of $2.8 billion in H1 2025, up 6.2% year-on-year, with a net profit of $160 million, down 0.2% [1] - In Q2 2025, manufacturing revenue reached $1.47 billion, reflecting a 6.5% year-on-year increase, with net profit rising by 29.2% to $90 million [1] - The company experienced a steady growth in shipment volume, with a 4.7% year-on-year increase in Q2, and an average selling price increase of 3.9% year-on-year [1] Group 2: Retail Business - Baosheng International's revenue in H1 2025 was $1.26 billion, down 8.6% year-on-year, with a net profit of $30 million, a significant decline of 44.3% [1] - In Q2 2025, Baosheng's revenue decreased by 11.1% year-on-year to $560 million, with net profit dropping 69.2% to $10 million [1] - The company closed 40 stores in H1 2025, with same-store sales declining in double digits, and a further 29 stores closed in Q2 [1] Group 3: Financial Metrics and Future Outlook - The company declared a dividend of HKD 0.4 per share for H1 2025, with a payout ratio of 48% [1] - Forecasts for net profit attributable to shareholders are $360 million, $400 million, and $450 million for 2025-2027, reflecting year-on-year changes of -8%, +12%, and +13% respectively [2] - The current price corresponds to a PE ratio of 8, 7, and 6 for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with a projected dividend yield of 9% in 2025 under a 70% payout assumption [2]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is "Recommended" [5] Core Insights - On reported record net sales of 749 million Swiss Francs for FY25Q2, a 32% increase (currency neutral +38%), exceeding market expectations, driven by strong DTC performance and growth in the Asia-Pacific region [2][18] - Gross margin improved by 1.6 percentage points to 61.5%, benefiting from a higher DTC share, reduced shipping costs, and a weaker dollar [2][18] - The company incurred a net loss of 41 million Swiss Francs, with a net profit margin declining from 5.4% to -5.5%, primarily due to a 140 million Swiss Franc foreign exchange loss [2][18] - Revenue growth by region: EMEA +42.92%, Americas +16.84%, Asia-Pacific +101.35% [2][18] - DTC revenue increased by 54.3% to 310 million Swiss Francs, with DTC share rising to a historical high of 41.1% [2][18] - The company raised its FY25 revenue growth guidance to 31% (previously 28%) and adjusted gross margin guidance to 60.5%-61% [2][18] Summary by Sections Company Performance - Yu Yuan Group reported H1 2025 revenue of 406 million USD, a 1.1% increase, but net profit decreased by 7.2% [3][19] - 361 Degrees reported H1 2025 revenue of 580 million CNY, an 11% increase, with net profit rising by 8.6% [3][19] - Li Ning reported H1 2025 revenue of 173 million CNY, a 7.9% increase, but net profit fell by 13.4% [4][20] - Bailing Dongfang reported H1 2025 revenue of 359.1 million CNY, a 9.99% decrease, but net profit increased by 67.53% [4][21] Market Trends - The textile and apparel sector underperformed, with the SW textile and apparel index down 1%, lagging behind the Shanghai Composite Index by 2.7% [24] - Cotton prices in China increased by 1.43% this week, with the 3128B index at 15,214 CNY/ton [8][38] - The textile and apparel export for January to July 2025 grew by 0.53%, totaling 170.74 billion USD [55] Consumer Insights - Online sales data from Taobao and Tmall showed improvements in July 2025 for sports and leisure apparel, with notable growth from brands like Baoxini [22][22] - The overall retail sales in China for January to July 2025 increased by 4.8%, with online retail sales growing by 9.2% [22][25]

机构：国泰海通证券 研究员：盛开/曹冬青 本报告导读： Q2 制造业务收入稳健增长，毛利率环比Q1 改善，H2 订单能见度有限，但毛利率预计好于 H1；零售业 务 Q2承压，国内促销环境浓，预计 H2仍面临压力。 风险提示：宏观经济不及预期，关税影响超预期 量价拆分来看，出货量1.27 亿双，同比增长5.0%（Q1/Q2 产能利用率分别为91%/95%），ASP 20.61 美 元，同比增长3.2%。H1 毛利率为17.7%，同比下降1.4pct（Q1/Q2 分别为17.67%/17.75%，分别同 比-2.6/+1.9pct），主要由于各厂区的产能负载不均，部分产线生产效率未达设定标准，叠加各地新增人 力及薪资上涨推高成本。 投资要点： 零售业务：Q2 收入、毛利率承压。2025H1 零售业务收入为12.6 亿美元，同比下降8.6%（Q1/Q2 分 别-6.5%/-11.1%），其中：实体店方面各地客流波动，线下直营及加盟渠道收入较2024 年同期显著下 滑；全渠道同比增长16%，直播销售翻倍增长。H1 毛利率为33.5%，同比下降0.7pct（Q1/Q2 分 别-0.5/-0.9pct），主因行业促销氛围 ...

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, with a focus on stable growth in manufacturing and challenges in retail operations [1][2] Group 1: Manufacturing Business - In H1 2025, the manufacturing business achieved revenue of $2.798 billion, a year-on-year increase of 6.2% [1] - The total shipment of finished footwear reached 127 million pairs, up 5.0% year-on-year, with an average selling price of $20.61 per pair, reflecting a 3.2% increase [1] - The capacity utilization rate for manufacturing was 93%, up 3 percentage points year-on-year, with Q2 2025 showing a further increase to 95% [1] - The gross profit margin for manufacturing decreased by 1.4 percentage points to 17.7%, attributed to uneven order fulfillment rates and rising labor costs [1] - The net profit attributable to the parent company from manufacturing was $155 million, a slight decline of 0.2% year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 5.5% [1] Group 2: Retail Business - In H1 2025, retail revenue was $9.159 billion, down 8.3% year-on-year, primarily due to decreased foot traffic in physical stores and a reduction in the number of stores [2] - The number of direct-operated stores in mainland China decreased by 40 to 3,408 by the end of H1 2025 [2] - The retail gross profit margin was 33.5%, down 0.7 percentage points year-on-year, although Q2 2025 showed a slight improvement [2] - The net profit attributable to the parent company from retail operations was $188 million, a significant decline of 44.0% year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 2.1% [2] Group 3: Investment Outlook - The company expects stable growth in footwear demand in the manufacturing sector, but anticipates that growth rates may not match those of H1 2025 due to conservative brand ordering amid rising tariffs [2] - Revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 are adjusted to $8.135 billion, $8.588 billion, and $9.051 billion, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of -0.6%, 5.6%, and 5.4% respectively [2] - Net profit forecasts for the same period are $353 million, $380 million, and $411 million, with year-on-year growth rates of -10.1%, 7.9%, and 8.0% respectively [2] - The company's price-to-earnings ratio for 2025-2027 is projected to be 7.2, 6.7, and 6.2 times, maintaining a "Buy-A" rating [2]

Core Viewpoint - Yuanyuan Group's 2025 interim report shows performance in line with expectations, with revenue of $4.06 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.1%, and a net profit of $171 million, down 7.2% year-on-year [1] Group 1: Manufacturing Business - Manufacturing revenue reached $2.8 billion in H1 2025, up 6.2% year-on-year, with a capacity utilization rate of 93%, an increase of 3 percentage points [1] - The average selling price of products increased to $20.61 per pair, a rise of 3.2% year-on-year, driven by a better product mix [1] - Revenue from the U.S., Europe, and other regions grew by 12.7%, 12.9%, and 14.0% respectively, while revenue from mainland China declined by 24.0% [1] - Manufacturing gross margin decreased by 1.4 percentage points to 17.7%, primarily due to rising labor costs and uneven capacity utilization [1] Group 2: Retail Business - Retail revenue was 9.16 billion RMB, down 8.3% year-on-year, with net profit declining 44% to 188 million RMB, impacted by weak domestic consumption and store adjustments [2] - The number of direct stores decreased by 40 to 3,408, with offline sales down 14%, accounting for 67% of total sales [2] - Online sales through partnerships increased by 16%, with live streaming sales doubling, although average discount rates increased due to competitive promotions [2] - Retail gross margin fell by 0.7 percentage points to 33.5% [2] Group 3: Inventory and Cost Management - Manufacturing inventory turnover days remained stable at 51 days, while accounts receivable turnover days increased to 56 days [2] - Retail inventory turnover days increased by 16 days to 146 days, with accounts receivable turnover days rising to 19 days [2] - Manufacturing business maintained a reasonable expense control with selling and administrative expenses at 10.3% of revenue, down 0.3 percentage points [3] - Retail business expenses increased to 31.5% of revenue, up 0.9 percentage points, due to revenue decline [3] Group 4: Future Outlook - The company is the largest sports shoe manufacturer globally and the second-largest sports goods retailer in China, but faces challenges from rising labor costs and weak domestic consumption [4] - Profit forecasts for 2025-2027 have been revised down to $360 million, $410 million, and $440 million respectively, with a corresponding PE ratio of 8, 7, and 6 times [4] - The target market value suggests over 20% upside potential compared to current valuations, maintaining a buy rating [4]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and it is maintained [6]. Core Views - The company achieved revenue of 4.06 billion USD in H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 1.1%, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 170 million USD, down 7.2% year-on-year [2][4]. - The manufacturing business reported revenue of 2.80 billion USD, up 6.2% year-on-year, and a net profit of 160 million USD, down 0.2% year-on-year. Conversely, the retail segment, represented by Bao Sheng International, saw revenue of 1.26 billion USD, down 8.6% year-on-year, and a net profit of 30 million USD, down 44.3% year-on-year [2][4]. - The company declared an interim dividend of 0.4 HKD per share, with a payout ratio of 48% [2][4]. Summary by Sections Manufacturing Business - The manufacturing segment showed robust growth with a Q2 revenue of 1.47 billion USD, up 6.5% year-on-year, and a net profit of 90 million USD, up 29.2% year-on-year. The output volume increased by 4.7% year-on-year, and the average selling price rose by 3.9% year-on-year [7]. - The capacity utilization rate improved to 95%, although there were regional disparities in capacity load and rising labor costs, leading to a slight decrease in gross margin [7]. Retail Business - The retail segment faced challenges with Bao Sheng International reporting a Q2 revenue decline of 11.1% year-on-year and a net profit drop of 69.2% year-on-year. The company closed 40 stores in H1 2025, with same-store sales declining significantly [7]. - Despite a slight improvement in discount rates, the increase in selling, general and administrative expenses led to a decrease in net profit margin [7]. Future Outlook - The manufacturing business is expected to benefit from the ramp-up of production capacity in Indonesia and new capacity in India, which may help address regional capacity imbalances [7]. - The retail business is under pressure in the short term, but a multi-channel operation and diversified brand strategy may drive future growth [7]. - The projected net profits for 2025-2027 are 360 million USD, 400 million USD, and 450 million USD, respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 8, 7, and 6 [9].

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs reports that Yue Yuen Industrial Holdings Limited (00551) and its subsidiary Pou Chen Corporation (03813) exceeded market expectations for net profit in Q2 2025 by 16% and 49% respectively, primarily due to non-operating income and tax benefits exceeding expectations [1][2] Group 1: Financial Performance - Yue Yuen's Q2 2025 net profit increased by 13% year-on-year, surpassing market consensus by 16%, driven by higher-than-expected non-operating income and lower tax expenses [2][5] - The group's total revenue for Q2 2025 was reported at $2.03 billion, a 1% year-on-year increase, with OEM sales growing by 6.5% [4] - Pou Chen's Q2 2025 revenue decreased by 12% year-on-year, aligning with expectations, while net profit fell by 69% year-on-year but exceeded market expectations by 49% [2][6] Group 2: Operational Insights - OEM business sales showed steady growth, but gross margins were under pressure due to uneven production levels and rising labor costs [2][4] - Inventory levels increased by 4.6% year-on-year, with inventory turnover days at 146, up from 138 in Q1 2025 [8] - The company announced a change in CFO, with Chau Chi Ming taking over the position [2][3] Group 3: Market Focus Areas - Investors should focus on the OEM business, including updates on order outlook for H2 2025 and the impact of tariff changes [3] - In the retail segment (Pou Chen), attention should be given to recent sales trends, inventory status, and performance by brand and product category [3]

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs reports that Yue Yuen Industrial Holdings Limited (00551) and its subsidiary Pou Chen Corporation (03813) exceeded market expectations for net profit in Q2 2025 by 16% and 49% respectively, primarily due to non-operating income and tax benefits exceeding expectations [1][2] Group 1: Financial Performance - Yue Yuen's Q2 2025 net profit increased by 13% year-on-year, surpassing market consensus by 16%, driven mainly by higher-than-expected non-operating income and lower tax expenses [2][5] - The group's total revenue for Q2 2025 was pre-announced at $2.03 billion, reflecting a 1% year-on-year growth, with OEM sales growing by 6.5% [4] - Pou Chen's Q2 2025 revenue was reported at 4.1 billion RMB, a 12% year-on-year decline, while net profit fell by 69% year-on-year but exceeded market expectations by 49% [6][7] Group 2: Operational Insights - The OEM business's gross profit margin was reported at 17.8%, slightly below market expectations of 18.1%, while the retail business's gross profit margin was approximately 34.5%, exceeding expectations of 33.5% [4][6] - Inventory levels increased by 4.6% year-on-year, with inventory turnover days at 146 days, up from 138 days in Q1 2025 [8] - The company announced a change in CFO, with Chau Chi Ming taking over the position [2][3] Group 3: Strategic Focus Areas - Investors should focus on the OEM business, particularly on order visibility and the impact of tariff changes on production efficiency and pricing [3] - In the retail segment, attention should be given to recent sales trends, inventory management, and the performance of brands and product categories [3]