Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for the company [5][11][14] Core Insights - The company is the largest mid-priced freshly-made tea store brand in China, with a significant presence in lower-tier cities and towns, holding a market share of 17.7% in the mid-priced segment [5][29][32] - Strong product innovation capabilities are highlighted, with a high repurchase rate of 53% and a successful track record of new product launches [7][54][45] - The company operates the largest cold-chain supply chain in the industry, enabling efficient delivery of fresh ingredients to stores [8][59] - Franchisee profitability is robust, with an average operating profit of RMB 376,000 per store and a profit margin of 20.2% [9][10] - Revenue is projected to grow by 17% year-on-year to RMB 10.3 billion in 2025, driven by the opening of 2,000 new stores [10][15] Financial Data and Earnings Forecast - Revenue and profit forecasts for the company from 2023 to 2027 show significant growth, with adjusted net profit expected to reach RMB 1.9 billion in 2025, a 23% increase year-on-year [4][10][15] - The company’s current P/E ratio is 19x for 2025, with a target price set at HK$21.2, indicating a potential upside of 32% [11][14] Market Position and Competitive Advantage - The company has established a strong market presence in key provinces, achieving critical mass in store networks and leading market share in freshly-made tea drinks [5][56] - The franchise model is a key component of the business strategy, contributing significantly to revenue and profitability [39][40] - The company’s supply chain efficiency, driven by regional densification strategies, enhances its competitive edge in the market [55][56]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the restaurant industry Core Insights - The restaurant industry experienced a significant drop in the business climate index post-holiday, falling from 130.1 in January 2025 to 114.8 in February 2025, a decrease of 11.8% [8][9] - The decline in the business climate index is attributed to multiple factors including the end of the Spring Festival effect, reduced tourism consumption, and changes in consumer behavior [8][11] - New product launches in the restaurant sector are intensifying competition, particularly in tea beverages and baked goods, with a notable increase in innovative offerings [20][30] Summary by Sections 1. Restaurant Industry Business Climate Index - The business climate index for the restaurant industry dropped significantly in February 2025, indicating a return to normal consumption patterns after the holiday surge [8][9] - Key regions such as Beijing and Shanghai saw the most substantial declines, with decreases of 18.8% and 16.2% respectively, influenced by extreme weather and delayed resumption of work [11] 2. New Product Launches - In February 2025, 45 Western fast food brands launched 51 new products, focusing on flavor and ingredient innovation [21][22] - The tea beverage sector saw 113 new products launched, with milk tea leading at 39 products, reflecting a trend towards fruit-infused flavors [30][31] - The bakery segment introduced 181 new products, with cakes dominating the offerings at 56.9% of the total [38] 3. Opening Situations - The report highlights a trend of rapid expansion among restaurant brands, with new store formats being introduced in various cities [49][53] - Notable international expansions include the opening of a Japanese izakaya in Shanghai and a tea brand's first overseas store in Spain [54][55] 4. Financing, Mergers, and Acquisitions - February 2025 saw an increase in financing activities within the restaurant sector, with 11 recorded events, primarily involving restaurant service providers and brands [58][59] - The IPO of Gu Ming raised 1.813 billion HKD, indicating a positive trend in the market [63] 5. Major Events in the Restaurant Industry - Significant events include the confirmation of a pause in franchise openings by a major tea brand and the closure of several locations due to strategic shifts [70][71] - The report also notes the impact of rising international coffee prices on local brands, prompting price adjustments [70]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, expecting a price increase of over 15% in the next 6-12 months [5]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 8.79 billion yuan for 2024, representing a growth of 14.5%, and a net profit of 1.48 billion yuan, which is a 36.9% increase, aligning with expectations [2]. - The company has a robust store expansion strategy, with a total of 9,914 stores by the end of 2024, marking a 10.1% increase. The expansion is particularly strong in lower-tier cities, with a 18% increase in stores in tier four and below [3]. - The company's gross merchandise volume (GMV) reached 22.4 billion yuan in 2024, up 16.6%, with a cup sales volume of 1.33 billion cups, reflecting a 12.1% increase [3]. - The company has shown resilience in profitability compared to peers, with an adjusted net profit margin of 17.5% in 2024, despite a slight decline [4]. - The company is expected to accelerate growth due to strong product development capabilities and an efficient supply chain, with plans to introduce new product lines in 2025 [4]. Financial Summary - The company forecasts adjusted net profits of 1.92 billion yuan, 2.31 billion yuan, and 2.71 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with growth rates of 24.5%, 20.3%, and 17.5% [5]. - The projected price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 20.0, 16.7, and 14.2 respectively [5]. - Key financial metrics include a revenue growth rate of 14.54% for 2024 and an adjusted net profit growth rate of 5.72% for the same year [10].

Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, the company reported total revenue of RMB 8,791,355 thousand, representing a 14.5% increase from RMB 7,675,665 thousand in 2023[5]. - Gross profit for the same period was RMB 2,687,485 thousand, up 11.8% from RMB 2,403,331 thousand in the previous year[5]. - The net profit for the year was RMB 1,493,218 thousand, reflecting a significant increase of 36.2% compared to RMB 1,096,354 thousand in 2023[5]. - Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent company was RMB 1,478,507 thousand, a 36.9% rise from RMB 1,079,628 thousand in the prior year[5]. - Adjusted profit (non-IFRS) was RMB 1,542,385 thousand, which is a 5.7% increase from RMB 1,458,990 thousand in 2023[5]. - Basic earnings per share increased to RMB 0.71, representing a 22.4% growth from RMB 0.58 in the previous year[5]. - Diluted earnings per share also rose to RMB 0.71, a 36.5% increase from RMB 0.52 in 2023[5]. - Operating profit for the year was RMB 1,833,297 thousand, compared to RMB 1,744,535 thousand in the previous year[7]. - The total comprehensive income for the year amounted to 1,498,012 thousand RMB, up from 1,076,563 thousand RMB, indicating a growth of approximately 39.2%[9]. Assets and Liabilities - Non-current assets totaled 2,014,990 thousand RMB, an increase from 1,144,257 thousand RMB in the previous year, showing a growth of about 76.1%[10]. - Current assets increased to 4,859,645 thousand RMB from 4,008,672 thousand RMB, representing a growth of approximately 21.2%[10]. - The company's cash and bank balances stood at 1,935,264 thousand RMB, down from 2,427,979 thousand RMB, indicating a decrease of about 20.3%[10]. - Trade payables rose to 697,891 thousand RMB from 601,272 thousand RMB, reflecting an increase of approximately 16.0%[10]. - The total liabilities increased to 4,452,288 thousand RMB from 4,362,203 thousand RMB, showing a growth of about 2.1%[10]. - Non-current liabilities increased to RMB 310,329 thousand in 2024 from RMB 175,220 thousand in 2023, representing a growth of 77.1%[11]. - Total equity reached RMB 2,112,018 thousand in 2024, up from RMB 615,506 thousand in 2023, marking a significant increase of 243.5%[11]. - The company's total assets increased significantly, with net assets growing to RMB 2,066,166 thousand in 2024 from RMB 582,865 thousand in 2023, reflecting a growth of 253.5%[11]. Revenue Sources - Revenue from customer contracts for 2024 reached RMB 8,791,355 thousand, a 14.6% increase from RMB 7,675,665 thousand in 2023[22]. - Sales of goods and equipment contributed RMB 7,027,475 thousand in 2024, up from RMB 6,144,711 thousand in 2023, representing an increase of 14.4%[22]. - Franchise management services revenue increased to RMB 1,749,633 thousand in 2024 from 1,518,646 thousand in 2023, reflecting a growth of 15.2%[22]. - Direct store sales rose to RMB 14,247 thousand in 2024, compared to RMB 12,308 thousand in 2023, marking an increase of 15.7%[22]. - The majority of revenue, 96.6%, came from franchise stores for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to 97.1% in 2023[70]. Expenses and Costs - The cost of services and sold inventory for 2024 is RMB 6,103,870,000, compared to RMB 5,272,334,000 in 2023, reflecting a rise of 15.7%[29]. - Employee benefits expenses rose to RMB 700,055,000 in 2024, up from RMB 624,520,000 in 2023, an increase of 12.1%[29]. - Operating expenses, including sales and distribution expenses, rose by 42.4% to RMB 479.4 million due to increased advertising and promotional activities[76]. - Research and development expenses increased by 17.0% from RMB 198.7 million in 2023 to RMB 232.6 million in 2024, primarily due to rising personnel costs[78]. Taxation - The total income tax expense for 2024 was RMB 311,091 thousand, a decrease of 10.8% from RMB 348,733 thousand in 2023[34]. - The impact of tax incentives for 2024 was a reduction of RMB 151,059 thousand, compared to RMB 114,133 thousand in 2023[34]. - Certain subsidiaries in China are eligible for a reduced corporate income tax rate of 15% as "high-tech enterprises"[32]. Market and Expansion - The company plans to continue expanding its market presence and investing in new technologies to drive future growth[9]. - The company plans to expand its store network in 17 provinces, with 17 additional provinces remaining untapped for future growth opportunities[65]. - The store network covers over 200 cities in China, with a significant presence in lower-tier cities, where 80% of the stores are located[49]. - The company aims to strengthen its technology investments to improve operational efficiency and enhance collaboration with franchisees[67]. Corporate Governance - The audit committee consists of two independent non-executive directors and one non-executive director, responsible for reviewing the company's financial data[118]. - Ernst & Young conducted a comparison of the group's consolidated financial statements and confirmed compliance with applicable accounting principles[119]. - The board of directors will regularly review and strengthen corporate governance practices to ensure compliance with the corporate governance code[122]. Shareholder Information - The company declared a dividend of RMB 1.74 billion to shareholders as of December 31, 2024, based on retained earnings and share premium[115]. - The company plans to distribute a special dividend of no less than RMB 2 billion by December 2025, based on retained earnings from subsidiaries[116]. - The company has not engaged in any buybacks or sales of its listed securities during the reporting period[117].

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [6]. Core Insights - The company, Guming, is the second-largest fresh tea beverage brand in the full price segment and the largest in the mid-price segment, with a focus on expanding its store network and increasing GMV [1][15]. - Guming's revenue for the first nine months of 2024 reached 6.44 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 15.6%, with an adjusted profit of 1.15 billion RMB, up 10.0% [1][5]. - The company has a significant market share in second-tier and lower cities, with a projected CAGR of 22.5% from 2024 to 2028 [1][46]. Summary by Sections Basic Information - Guming has established a network of 9,778 stores as of September 30, 2024, with a product price range of 10-18 RMB [1][15]. - The company achieved a GMV of 19.2 billion RMB in 2023, reflecting a growth of 37.2% [15][35]. Industry Analysis - The fresh beverage market in China is projected to grow at a CAGR of 16.7% from 2024 to 2028, with the fresh tea beverage segment expected to see a CAGR of 20.8% during the same period [46][52]. - Guming holds a market share of approximately 4.8% in the fresh beverage market, with a leading position in the mid-price fresh tea segment [48][52]. Core Competitiveness - Guming employs a regional densification strategy for high-quality expansion, achieving over 25% market share in key provinces by GMV [2][17]. - The company has a strong franchisee performance, with single-store operating profits reaching 376,000 RMB and a profit margin of 20.2% [2][3]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - Revenue projections for Guming from 2024 to 2026 are 8.72 billion, 10.07 billion, and 11.36 billion RMB, respectively, with corresponding net profits of 1.23 billion, 1.74 billion, and 1.97 billion RMB [3][5]. - The report suggests a 20% valuation premium due to Guming's extensive expansion potential, leading to a target valuation of 25X PE for 2025 [3][5].

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