Core Viewpoint - The international gold price has shown significant fluctuations, with a notable increase on November 11, 2023, raising concerns about the timing for gold investments as market conditions become more complex [1][3]. Price Trends - On November 11, the international gold price opened at $4,116.20 per ounce, peaked at $4,148.91, and settled at $4,143 per ounce, reflecting an increase of approximately $28 from the previous day's closing price of $4,115 per ounce [1]. - Despite the recent increase, the current price remains significantly lower than the high of $4,381.29 per ounce recorded on October 20, 2023 [1]. Consumer Behavior - A personal gold investor indicated that prior to November, purchasing gold did not require much consideration, but the situation has changed, making it more challenging to determine the right time to buy [3]. - The purchasing intent for gold jewelry has notably decreased, particularly in offline channels, as consumers express concerns over high prices and increased costs due to tax changes [4]. Market Dynamics - According to industry experts, gold price trends will continue to be influenced by global macroeconomic factors rather than domestic tax reforms, with a long-term upward trend expected if core support factors remain intact [4]. - During the "Double 11" shopping festival, major gold jewelry brands have implemented promotional activities, with online promotions focusing on fixed discounts and offline stores offering price reductions per gram [4]. Pricing Information - As of November 11, the investment gold price in the Shui Bei market was reported at 968 yuan per gram, with leading jewelry brands like Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang pricing their gold jewelry at approximately 1,308 yuan per gram [6].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Luk Fook Holdings (00590.HK), has announced a board meeting scheduled for November 27, 2025, to approve its interim results for the six months ending September 30, 2025, and to consider the declaration of an interim dividend, if any [1] Group 1 - The board meeting will take place on a Thursday [1] - The interim results pertain to the company's performance for the six months ending September 30, 2025 [1] - The meeting will also address the potential payment of an interim dividend [1]

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Core Viewpoint - The gold and jewelry stocks have collectively rebounded, indicating a positive trend in the market for these companies [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - Lao Pu Gold (06181.HK) increased by 5.33%, reaching 642.5 HKD [1] - Chow Tai Fook (01929.HK) rose by 3.98%, trading at 14.38 HKD [1] - Chow Sang Sang (00116.HK) saw a rise of 1.66%, priced at 12.85 HKD [1] - Luk Fook Holdings (00590.HK) gained 1.09%, with a share price of 24.18 HKD [1]

Core Viewpoint - The gold and jewelry stocks have collectively rebounded following the announcement of new tax policies related to gold trading by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration of China, which is expected to standardize the industry and strengthen the competitive advantage of compliant brands [1] Group 1: Stock Performance - Lao Pu Gold (06181) increased by 5.33%, reaching 642.5 HKD - Chow Tai Fook (01929) rose by 3.98%, reaching 14.38 HKD - Chow Sang Sang (00116) grew by 1.66%, reaching 12.85 HKD - Luk Fook Holdings (00590) climbed by 1.09%, reaching 24.18 HKD [1] Group 2: Tax Policy Impact - The new tax policy has led to significant pricing differences among various gold brands, with jewelry gold prices for brands like Chow Tai Fook, Chow Sang Sang, Lao Feng Xiang, and Lao Miao concentrated between 1255-1259 CNY per gram, while some brands fluctuate between 1100-1200 CNY per gram [1] - The short-term increase in terminal prices may suppress consumer demand, but the long-term expectation is that the policy will regulate previous non-compliant tax practices, promoting industry development [1] Group 3: Market Dynamics - Non-compliant businesses are expected to be significantly impacted by the new policy, while leading compliant brands are likely to enhance their competitive advantage [1] - The market share is anticipated to concentrate further towards leading brands in the medium to long term [1]

Core Viewpoint - The announcement of new gold value-added tax regulations by the Chinese government has led to a significant stock price correction for gold and jewelry retailers, although the overall impact on industry profitability is expected to be mild with a projected mid-single-digit decline in earnings per share [1] Company Analysis - The stock price correction is considered excessive, primarily driven by additional factors such as falling gold prices and profit-taking during the U.S. government shutdown [1] - The companies Chow Tai Fook and Luk Fook Jewelry are still viewed positively, with "buy" ratings assigned and target prices set at HKD 17.8 and HKD 23.8 respectively [1] - Anticipated mid-term performance results from both companies are expected to alleviate investor concerns [1]

Core Viewpoint - The gold and jewelry stocks have collectively rebounded following the announcement of new tax policies related to gold trading by the Ministry of Finance and the State Taxation Administration of China, which is expected to standardize the industry and impact non-compliant businesses while benefiting leading compliant brands [1][1]. Group 1: Stock Performance - As of the report, the stock prices of several gold and jewelry companies have increased: - Lao Pu Gold (06181) rose by 5.33% to HKD 642.5 - Chow Tai Fook (01929) increased by 3.98% to HKD 14.38 - Chow Sang Sang (00116) went up by 1.66% to HKD 12.85 - Luk Fook Holdings (00590) gained 1.09% to HKD 24.18 [1][1][1]. Group 2: Tax Policy Impact - The new tax policy has led to significant pricing differences among various gold jewelry brands, with prices for gold jewelry from brands like Chow Tai Fook, Chow Sang Sang, Lao Feng Xiang (600612), and Lao Miao ranging between CNY 1255-1259 per gram, while some brands have prices fluctuating between CNY 1100-1200 per gram [1][1]. - According to Huayuan Securities, the short-term increase in terminal prices may suppress consumer demand, but the long-term expectation is that the policy will regulate previous non-compliant tax practices, thereby promoting industry development [1][1][1]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The new policy is anticipated to significantly impact non-compliant businesses, while leading compliant brands are expected to strengthen their competitive advantages, potentially driving market share towards these top brands in the medium to long term [1][1].

Core Viewpoint - The new tax policy on gold, effective from November 1, 2025, aims to regulate the gold market by mandating that investment gold transactions occur through official exchanges, while consumer gold must be purchased through compliant retail channels [1][3]. Industry Impact - The announcement will disrupt the traditional processing structure of the gold industry, affecting all players from upstream processors to downstream retailers and consumers [3][6]. - The policy allows buyers who purchase standard gold through exchanges to be exempt from value-added tax (VAT), while those who do not must pay a 13% VAT, significantly impacting profit margins for non-compliant businesses [4][6]. Transformation of the Supply Chain - The tax reform is expected to accelerate the industry's shift towards standardization and centralization, particularly impacting upstream processing operations that previously relied on informal channels to minimize tax liabilities [6][8]. - The requirement for all investment gold to be traded through national exchanges will enhance transparency and traceability, reducing tax evasion and illegal circulation [6][8]. Retail Market Dynamics - Retail costs are anticipated to rise, leading to a potential closure of around 30% of small franchise stores in lower-tier cities, while luxury brands may remain less affected due to their focus on cultural and aesthetic value rather than material costs [7][9]. - The traditional low-price model of certain merchants is under threat, as compliance costs and VAT will eliminate their competitive pricing advantage [7][8]. Consumer Price Effects - Following the announcement, gold jewelry prices have increased significantly, with major brands raising prices by over 5% within days, leading to consumer concerns about affordability [11][13]. - The price of gold bars has also risen, making bank purchases of investment gold a more attractive option for consumers [13][14]. Future Market Outlook - The market is expected to evolve into a clearer distinction between investment and consumer gold, promoting a healthier and more regulated environment [14]. - The shift may lead to a consolidation of smaller players who cannot adapt to the new regulations, while larger firms that can comply will thrive [8][14].

Group 1 - COMEX gold futures prices are experiencing a strong upward trend, currently trading around $3998, with related gold ETFs also rising [1] - The China Gold ETF (518850) has seen a 0.49% increase and has recorded net inflows for five consecutive trading days, accumulating nearly 248 million yuan [1] - The gold stock ETF (159562) has risen by 1.38%, with significant gains in constituent stocks such as the multinational gold group, Zijin Mining, and others [1] Group 2 - Online sales of gold have surged, with Tmall reporting a double-digit year-on-year growth in new customer sales for October, and notable increases in online retail values for major brands [1] - Chow Tai Fook's online retail value grew by 28.1% year-on-year in Q3, while Luk Fook's mainland growth of 20% was primarily driven by e-commerce [1] - The "golden coupons" issued during Tmall's Double 11 event have become extremely popular, often being claimed within a minute of release [1] Group 3 - There is an anticipated increase in costs for gold jewelry and physical gold bars, but new regulations exempting VAT for non-physical gold transactions will protect certain channels like gold ETFs and virtual gold from these pressures [2] - The management fee for the China Gold ETF (518850) is 0.15%, with a custody fee of 0.05%, totaling 0.2%, which is the lowest in the sector [3]

Core Viewpoint - The "store closure wave" in the gold and jewelry industry continues, with several companies reporting a decline in retail points and facing operational challenges due to new tax policies and rising gold prices [2][10]. Group 1: Store Closures and Sales Trends - Chow Tai Fook reported a reduction of 603 retail points, from 6,644 to 6,041, with the mainland market seeing a decrease of 611 points [4][6]. - Same-store sales for Chow Tai Fook in the mainland and Hong Kong/Macau fell by 8.6% and 10.0% respectively, although overall sales improved due to price increases [6][7]. - Other companies like Chow Sang Sang and Luk Fook also exhibited similar trends of store closures alongside improved sales performance [8]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Price Trends - Chow Sang Sang's revenue for the first nine months of 2025 was 6.772 billion yuan, down 37.35% year-on-year, but gross profit margin improved to 29.74% due to product mix optimization and rising gold prices [8][9]. - Luk Fook's average selling price for gold products in the mainland increased by 17% to 8,300 yuan, contributing to a retail value increase of 18% and retail income growth of 15% [9]. Group 3: Impact of New Tax Policies - The new tax policy effective November 1 is expected to increase costs for non-investment gold enterprises, potentially leading to further store closures [11][12]. - The market reacted quickly to the new tax policy, with gold prices rising significantly, impacting consumer demand and retail performance [11][12]. Group 4: E-commerce Growth - E-commerce channels have emerged as a growth highlight for several gold and jewelry brands, with Chow Sang Sang's e-commerce revenue increasing by 17.68% year-on-year [12][13]. - The contribution of e-commerce to Chow Sang Sang's revenue rose from 15.29% to 28.72%, indicating a shift in consumer purchasing behavior [12][13]. - Brands are leveraging e-commerce platforms for promotions and collaborations, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales [13][14].