Core Viewpoint - The company reported a revenue of 6.07 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year-on-year decrease of 5.4%, with a net loss of 980 million yuan compared to a net loss of 210 million yuan in the same period last year. The cash EBITDA was 1.48 billion yuan, down 2.5% year-on-year, aligning with previous performance forecasts [1][3]. Revenue and Sales Performance - In H1 2025, raw milk revenue decreased by 0.8% to 5.07 billion yuan, with sales volume increasing by 10.3% but average price declining by 10.1% to 3.29 yuan/kg due to weak domestic demand and falling market prices [2][3]. - The company has improved its herd management by eliminating low-yield cows and focusing on enhancing the core herd ratio, resulting in a total herd size of 472,000 heads, up 6.2% year-on-year, and a lactating cow count of 256,000 heads, up 13.4% year-on-year [2]. Profitability and Financial Metrics - The gross margin increased by 0.3 percentage points to 26.4%, while the gross margin for the raw milk business decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 30.2% [3]. - The company experienced a fair value loss of biological assets amounting to 1.82 billion yuan, an increase in loss of 670 million yuan year-on-year, primarily due to increased culling and declining raw milk prices [3]. Future Outlook - The company anticipates a recovery in the dairy product industry by 2026, expecting a return to supply-demand balance, which could lead to rising raw milk prices and improved profitability for upstream dairy farms [1][3]. - The company maintains its earnings forecast, projecting EPS of -0.17, 0.08, and 0.14 yuan for 2025-2027, respectively, and sets a target price of 1.58 HKD based on a 26-year PE of 18x [3].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Outperform" rating to several companies including China Feihe, Huazhu, and others, while Budweiser APAC is rated as "Neutral" [1]. Core Insights - The report indicates a slight rebound in spot costs for essential consumer goods, with most indices showing an increase, while futures indices generally declined [35]. - The overall trend in the consumer goods sector reflects a mixed performance, with some categories experiencing cost increases while others face declines [8][35]. Summary by Category Beer - The spot cost index for beer increased by 0.39% month-on-month, while the futures index decreased by 6.06%. Year-to-date changes show a decline of 4.17% for spot and 6.16% for futures [36][13]. - Glass prices initially rose but later fell, with month-on-month changes of +0.3% for spot and -13.9% for futures [12]. Seasonings - The spot cost index for seasonings decreased by 0.16% month-on-month, while the futures index fell by 5.93%. Year-to-date changes are -1.76% for spot and -6.01% for futures [37]. - Domestic soybean prices have increased due to supply contraction, while imported soybeans remain weak [16]. Dairy - The spot cost index for dairy products increased by 0.7% month-on-month, while the futures index decreased by 1.44%. Year-to-date changes are -3.2% for spot and -2.11% for futures [38]. - Fresh milk prices have declined to 3.02 yuan/kg, with various factors contributing to price pressures [19]. Instant Noodles - The spot cost index for instant noodles increased by 1.3% month-on-month, while the futures index decreased by 2%. Year-to-date changes are -3.01% for spot and -4.21% for futures [39]. - Palm oil prices have risen, impacting overall costs [23]. Frozen Foods - The spot cost index for frozen foods increased by 1.15% month-on-month, while the futures index rose by 0.97%. Year-to-date changes are -1.83% for spot and -2.74% for futures [40]. - Vegetable prices have shown significant fluctuations due to seasonal demand [27]. Soft Drinks - The spot cost index for soft drinks increased by 0.78% month-on-month, while the futures index decreased by 5.63%. Year-to-date changes are -4.99% for spot and -8.6% for futures [41]. - PET prices are stable to weak, reflecting changes in demand and inventory levels [31].

Group 1 - The company, Modern Dairy (01117), announced a significant change in its board of directors effective September 1, 2025 [1] - Mr. Zhao Jiejun will resign as a non-executive director and will no longer serve as the chairman of the board, chairman of the nomination committee, and chairman of the strategy and development committee [1] - Mr. Chen Yiyi will be appointed as the new chairman of the board, chairman of the nomination committee, and chairman of the strategy and development committee [1] - Mr. Li Gangwei will no longer be a member of the nomination committee, and Ms. Gan Lu will be appointed to replace him [1]

Group 1 - Modern Dairy (01117.HK) announced changes in its board of directors effective September 1, 2025 [1] - Mr. Zhao Jiejun will resign as a non-executive director and will no longer serve as the chairman of the board, chairman of the nomination committee, and chairman of the strategy and development committee [1] - Mr. Chen Yiyi will be appointed as the chairman of the board, chairman of the nomination committee, and chairman of the strategy and development committee [1] - Mr. Li Gangwei will no longer be a member of the nomination committee, and Ms. Gan Lu will be appointed to replace him [1]

NOMINATION COMMITTEE TERMS OF REFERENCE 提名委員會職權範圍 – 1 – China Modern Dairy Holdings Ltd. 中國現代牧業控股有限公司 (Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability) （於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司） 1 Constitution The nomination committee (the "Committee") of the board of directors (the "Board") of China Modern Dairy Holdings Ltd. (the "Company") was established pursuant to a resolution passed by the Board on 16 April 2012. The terms of reference of the Committee have been revised and approved by the Board on 1 September 2025. ...

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Core Viewpoint - Modern Dairy (Group) Co., Ltd. reported its performance for the first half of 2025, indicating stable cash flow but challenges due to oversupply in the domestic raw milk market, leading to low prices [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company achieved revenue of 6.073 billion yuan, with cash EBITDA remaining stable at 1.477 billion yuan compared to the same period last year [1]. - Raw milk business revenue was 5.069 billion yuan, while comprehensive breeding solutions generated 1.004 billion yuan [2]. - The raw milk production reached 1.66 million tons, a year-on-year increase of 14.6% [2]. Cost Management - The company maintained a cost-leading strategy, with the cost of milk sales decreasing to 2.32 yuan per kilogram, down 10.1% year-on-year [2][3]. - Feed costs were 1.79 yuan per kilogram, a decrease of 11.4%, and other cash costs were 0.41 yuan per kilogram, down 6.8% [2]. - The net cash flow remained at 490 million yuan, an increase of 23.3% year-on-year, despite non-cash losses impacting profitability [2][3]. Market Conditions - The domestic raw milk market continues to experience oversupply, with prices significantly lower than in 2024 [3]. - The company anticipates a potential recovery in raw milk prices by the end of this year or next year as supply-demand dynamics change [3]. Capital Market Activity - Modern Dairy successfully issued a $350 million five-year senior unsecured sustainable development bond, receiving strong interest from over 120 institutional investors, with a subscription peak exceeding $2.3 billion [4]. - This marks the company's return to the offshore bond market after four years and is its first sustainable development bond [4]. Sustainable Development Initiatives - The company has established a FRESH sustainable development strategy, focusing on green innovation and carbon reduction technologies [5]. - Modern Dairy has achieved ISO 14064 certification for greenhouse gas emissions and has improved its MSCI rating to A, ranking first in China's livestock industry [5]. - The company aims to explore new business models in dairy farming services and expand into overseas markets while collaborating with research institutions [5].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [9] Core Views - The report anticipates a resonance between the meat and dairy cycles, which is expected to reveal profit elasticity for the company [1] - The company has experienced a decline in revenue and increased net losses in the first half of 2025, but there are signs of potential recovery in the dairy and beef markets [1][4] Revenue and Performance Summary - In the first half of 2025, the company's revenue was 6.07 billion RMB, a year-on-year decrease of 5.4%, with a net loss of 980 million RMB compared to a net loss of 210 million RMB in the same period last year [1] - Raw milk revenue decreased by 0.8% year-on-year to 5.07 billion RMB, with sales volume increasing by 10.3% but average price per kilogram dropping by 10.1% to 3.29 RMB/kg [2] - The company has improved its core herd ratio and increased the annual average yield per lactating cow to 13.2 tons per head, a year-on-year increase of 1.5% [2] Profitability and Margin Analysis - The gross margin for the first half of 2025 increased by 0.3 percentage points to 26.4%, while the cash EBITDA was 1.48 billion RMB, a year-on-year decrease of 2.5% [3] - The company expects a reduction in biological asset impairment losses in the second half of 2025, which could improve profitability [3] Future Outlook and Valuation - The report maintains earnings forecasts, projecting EPS of -0.17, 0.08, and 0.14 RMB for 2025 to 2027, respectively [4] - The target price is set at 1.58 HKD, based on a 18x PE ratio for 2026, indicating potential upside from the current market price [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - Modern Dairy (01117) reported a revenue of 6.073 billion yuan for the six months ending June 30, 2025, with a loss of 984 million yuan, resulting in a loss per share of 0.1167 yuan [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company achieved a net cash inflow from operating activities of 490 million yuan, an increase of 23.3% compared to the same period in 2024, enhancing its core competitiveness and resilience against industry cycles [1] - The total loss for the period was 984 million yuan, indicating challenges in profitability despite revenue growth [1] Group 2: Business Strategy and Operations - The company aims to become a global leader in the dairy industry through a vision of "layout of the industrial chain, digital innovation," focusing on raw milk production as its core business [1] - The business model encompasses a full value chain in the dairy industry, including seed research and development, pasture planting, feed, dairy cattle breeding, and a digital platform for the industry chain [1] Group 3: Livestock and Production Metrics - As of June 30, 2025, the company raised 472,500 dairy cows, a year-on-year increase of 6.2%, with the proportion of mature dairy cows at 54.1%, up 3.5 percentage points [1] - The average annualized yield per mature dairy cow reached 13.2 tons, a year-on-year increase of 1.5%, maintaining a leading position in the industry [1] - The total raw milk production for the period was 1.661 million tons, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 14.6% [1]