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新秀丽(01910) - 2025 Q1 - 季度业绩

2025-05-13 12:05
Financial Performance - For the three months ended March 31, 2025, net sales were $796.6 million, a decrease of 7.3% compared to $859.6 million for the same period in 2024[12]. - Gross profit for the same period was $473.1 million, down 8.9% from $519.5 million year-over-year[12]. - Operating profit decreased by 26.9% to $109.5 million from $149.8 million in the previous year[12]. - Net profit for the period was $55.2 million, reflecting a 39.7% decline from $91.5 million in the prior year[12]. - Earnings attributable to equity holders decreased by 42.6% to $48.2 million from $83.9 million year-over-year[12]. - Adjusted net income was $52.0 million, down 40.3% from $87.1 million in the same quarter last year[12]. - Adjusted EBITDA was $127.6 million, a decrease of 20.9% compared to $161.2 million in the previous year[12]. - The adjusted EBITDA margin was 16.0%, down from 18.8% year-over-year[12]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 40.2% to $0.035 from $0.058 in the prior year[12]. - Diluted earnings per share fell by 40.0% to $0.034 compared to $0.057 in the same quarter last year[12]. Sales and Market Trends - The company's travel products accounted for 64.0% of net sales, while non-travel products made up 36.0%[25]. - Direct-to-consumer (DTC) sales represented 38.2% of net sales, with 1,128 self-operated retail stores and a strong e-commerce presence[26]. - The wholesale business contributed 61.8% of net sales, including partnerships with major physical and digital retailers[26]. - Net sales in Asia were $307.0 million, representing 38.5% of total net sales, a decrease of 9.7% compared to $340.1 million in the previous year[37]. - North America net sales were $261.5 million, accounting for 32.8% of total net sales, down 8.3% from $285.3 million in the prior year[37]. - Europe net sales remained unchanged at $175.5 million, representing 22.1% of total net sales, with a 4.4% increase when adjusted for constant currency[37]. - Latin America net sales were $52.5 million, accounting for 6.6% of total net sales, down 10.3% from $58.5 million in the previous year[37]. Operational Strategy - The company aims to expand its product portfolio and market coverage, including non-travel product categories[6]. - Samsonite Group is focusing on enhancing its direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, including optimizing its retail store network and e-commerce platforms[6]. - The company is committed to upgrading and expanding its retail store network in the coming year[6]. - The company plans to continue investing in brand marketing to enhance product attractiveness and maintain competitive advantage[28]. - The company invested significantly in R&D for lighter, more durable materials and innovative designs to enhance product appeal[28]. Financial Health and Cash Flow - As of March 31, 2025, the company's cash and cash equivalents were $601.7 million, with total financial debt of $1,796.1 million, leading to a net debt of $1,194.3 million[16]. - Operating cash flow for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $69.6 million, with net cash from operating activities at $8.5 million[22]. - The company experienced a decrease in cash and cash equivalents by $85.2 million, ending the period with $601.7 million[22]. - The adjusted free cash flow for the three months ended March 31, 2025, was $(41.2) million, compared to $6.5 million in the same period of 2024, indicating a significant negative shift[39]. - The company believes its existing cash and estimated cash flows will be sufficient to meet its operational and capital needs for the foreseeable future[99]. Compliance and Regulatory Environment - The company is focused on maintaining compliance with complex and evolving global regulations, including those related to sustainability and data protection[7]. - Samsonite Group is assessing the impact of geopolitical events on its business operations and global trade relationships[6]. Future Outlook - Future outlook includes potential risks and uncertainties that may significantly affect actual performance compared to forward-looking statements[5]. - The company anticipates that improving macroeconomic conditions could positively impact net sales, including an increase in orders from wholesale customers[31]. - The company has reduced the proportion of products sourced from China for the U.S. market from approximately 85% in 2018 to about 15% in 2024[32]. - Global air passenger volume is projected to grow to approximately 9.9 billion by 2025, with a compound annual growth rate of about 4%[33].
新秀丽(01910) - 2024 - 年度财报

2025-04-29 23:09
Financial Performance - The Company reported solid performance in 2024, highlighting a resilient business model and improved margin profile[2]. - Net sales for the year ended December 31, 2024, were $3,588.6 million, a decrease of 2.5% compared to $3,682.4 million for 2023[46]. - Gross profit for 2024 was $2,152.2 million, reflecting a decrease of 1.4% from $2,182.8 million in 2023[46]. - Operating profit decreased by 15.4% to $629.3 million in 2024 from $743.7 million in 2023[46]. - Profit for the year attributable to equity holders was $345.6 million, down 12.9% from $396.9 million in 2023[46]. - Adjusted net income for 2024 was $369.8 million, a decrease of 5.8% compared to $392.4 million in 2023[46]. - Adjusted EBITDA for 2024 was $683.0 million, down 3.7% from $709.3 million in 2023[46]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 13.0% to $0.239 in 2024 from $0.275 in 2023[46]. - Diluted earnings per share decreased by 13.1% to $0.237 in 2024 from $0.273 in 2023[46]. - The Company recorded net sales of US$3,588.6 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, a decrease of only 0.2% year-over-year[61]. - The Company's profit margin for 2024 was 10.4%, down from 11.7% in 2023[190]. Sales and Market Trends - Year-over-year constant currency net sales performance improved sequentially across regions in Q4 2024 compared to Q3 2024, despite an uncertain macroeconomic environment affecting consumer sentiment[18]. - Net sales for Q1 2025 are expected to decline low to mid-single digits on a constant currency basis compared to Q1 2024, with growth trends anticipated to improve throughout 2025[18]. - Sales in mature markets are expected to increase, while penetration in emerging high-growth regions will deepen[19]. - The Company recognizes the impact of trends in the travel industry, particularly air travel, on its business[30]. - The Company believes that strong travel trends in the coming years will support long-term business growth[19]. - The Company anticipates low to mid-single digits decline in net sales for Q1 2025 compared to Q1 2024, but expects growth trends to improve over the course of 2025[122]. - The global bags and luggage industry had approximately $87 billion in retail sales during 2024, with the company's travel products comprising 65.7% of its net sales[147][150]. Strategic Initiatives - The Company aims to increase shareholder value through sustainable revenue and earnings growth, focusing on brand elevation and innovation[16]. - The Company plans to expand its brand portfolio through accretive M&A and deepen penetration in emerging, high-growth regions[18]. - The Company is focused on expanding its travel and non-travel product offerings through innovation and sustainability improvements[18]. - The Company is preparing for a potential dual listing of its securities in the United States to enhance value creation for shareholders[22]. - The Company aims to expand its product offerings and market reach, particularly in the non-travel category[30]. - The Company plans to deepen penetration in emerging markets with higher growth potential while increasing sales in established markets[30]. - The Company is excited about new products and marketing programs surrounding the TUMI brand, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2025[123]. - The Company believes it has significant opportunities to grow net sales by expanding into adjacent product categories and leveraging brand recognition[168]. Cost Management and Profitability - The Company is confident in maintaining a robust margin profile and delivering positive operating leverage through disciplined expense management[18]. - The Company aims to generate strong adjusted free cash flow, providing flexibility for future investments and shareholder returns[19]. - Adjusted free cash flow increased by US$26.5 million to US$311.0 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to US$284.5 million for 2023[53]. - The Company maintains substantial liquidity of $1.4 billion as of December 31, 2024[77][79]. - The Company expects its strategy to broaden its product offering within the non-travel category will help mitigate the impact of global travel trends over time[174]. - The Company anticipates that the growth rate of its sales costs will be lower than the growth rate of its net sales in the long term due to strict cost management and a shift towards higher-margin brands, product lines, and channels[198]. Sustainability and Innovation - The Company is committed to sustainability and addressing climate change-related matters[31]. - The Company continues to focus on sustainability and innovation in its product offerings, aligning with evolving consumer demands[143]. - The share of the Company's net sales from products incorporating recycled materials increased to approximately 40% in 2024, up from about 34% in 2023[117]. - The Company invested significantly in research and development for new materials and innovative designs to enhance product desirability and sustainability[155][158]. Operational Highlights - The Company emphasizes a decentralized management structure to foster innovation and efficient decision-making[15]. - The performance of the Company's direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel, including the expansion of retail stores and e-commerce platforms, is a key focus[30]. - Direct-to-consumer (DTC) net sales increased by 2.7%, with DTC e-commerce net sales rising by 5.8% year-over-year, contributing 39.8% of total net sales[64]. - The Company operates robust DTC e-commerce platforms worldwide, contributing to significant growth across its brands and regions[162]. - The Company has streamlined its retail store fleet to focus on driving profitable growth and employs a targeted approach to new store openings[162]. Economic Outlook - The macroeconomic outlook remains uncertain, but global travel and tourism is expected to see steady growth in 2025, supporting consumer demand for the Company's products[83]. - International tourist arrivals are expected to grow by 3% to 5% in 2025 compared to 2024, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization[9]. - The Company is aware of the risks related to consumer spending and general economic conditions affecting its operations[32]. - Macroeconomic factors have led to consumers becoming more selective with their spending, adversely affecting the Company's net sales during the year ended December 31, 2024[169].
港股概念追踪|美国关税政策或重创亚洲服装纺织业 订单逐步向海外龙头企业集中(附概念股)
智通财经网· 2025-04-14 01:46
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新秀丽:Weak FY24 dragged by TUMI and American Tourister, 1Q25 sales to decline LSD-MSD-20250331
Zhao Yin Guo Ji· 2025-03-31 10:23
Investment Rating - The report maintains a BUY rating for the company with a target price (TP) revised down by 9% to HK$ 25.35, implying a 36.9% upside from the current price of HK$ 18.52 [1][3]. Core Insights - The company experienced mixed performance in FY24, with net sales remaining flat at US$ 3.6 billion, while net profit decreased by 13% YoY to US$ 346 million, primarily due to higher selling expenses and fewer impairment reversals [1][2]. - Major markets such as Asia and North America saw declines of 3.6% and 1.2% YoY, respectively, but growth in Europe and Latin America offset these declines with increases of 3.1% and 17.0% YoY [1]. - The management anticipates a decline in sales for 1Q25, projecting a fall by low single digits to mid single digits, influenced by weak US consumer sentiment despite a recovery in Asia [1][9]. - Organic sales and net profit are expected to grow by 1.5% and 1.8% YoY in FY25E, respectively, supported by ongoing share buybacks and progress in dual-listing [1][9]. Financial Summary - For FY24, the company reported revenue of US$ 3,589 million, a decrease of 2.5% YoY, with a projected revenue of US$ 3,731 million for FY25E, reflecting a growth of 4.0% [2][32]. - The net profit for FY24 was US$ 346 million, down 12.9% YoY, with an expected slight recovery to US$ 351.8 million in FY25E [2][32]. - The report indicates a decline in gross profit margin from 60.0% in FY24 to an expected 59.5% in FY25E, while the operating profit margin is projected to remain at 17.1% [29][32]. Market Performance - The company's stock has seen a decline of 14.1% over the past month and 14.3% over the past three months, indicating a challenging market environment [5]. - The current market capitalization stands at HK$ 26,729.4 million, with an average turnover of HK$ 128.1 million over the last three months [3]. Shareholding Structure - Major shareholders include Schroders PLC with 6.0% and Bank of New York Mellon Corporation with 5.4% [4]. E-commerce Performance - In the first two months of FY25, online sales on major platforms like TBTM and JD.com decreased by 7% and 18% YoY, while sales on Douyin surged by 200% YoY, indicating a shift in consumer preferences and effective marketing strategies [9][15].
14家港股公司回购 太古股份公司A回购3832.68万港元


Zheng Quan Shi Bao Wang· 2025-03-20 01:10
Group 1 - On March 19, 14 Hong Kong-listed companies conducted share buybacks, totaling 5.0381 million shares and an amount of 88.7304 million HKD [1] - The company Swire Properties A repurchased 550,000 shares for 38.3268 million HKD, with a highest price of 69.900 HKD and a lowest price of 69.000 HKD, accumulating a total buyback amount of 941 million HKD for the year [1][2] - Samsonite repurchased 1.9161 million shares for 36.3028 million HKD, with a highest price of 19.100 HKD and a lowest price of 18.820 HKD, accumulating a total buyback amount of 234 million HKD for the year [1] - J&T Express-W repurchased 640,000 shares for 3.8959 million HKD, with a highest price of 6.140 HKD and a lowest price of 6.020 HKD, accumulating a total buyback amount of 52.3266 million HKD for the year [1] Group 2 - The highest buyback amount on March 19 was from Swire Properties A at 38.3268 million HKD, followed by Samsonite at 36.3028 million HKD [1] - In terms of share quantity, Samsonite had the highest buyback volume on March 19 with 1.9161 million shares, followed by J&T Express-W with 640,000 shares and Swire Properties A with 550,000 shares [1]
新秀丽(01910)公司年报点评:24Q4各地区环比提速,25Q1预计欧洲和印度领增
Haitong Securities International· 2025-03-18 13:38
Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform" [5][14]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the company's gross profit margin remains robust at 60.2% for Q4, with expectations for revenue growth to improve in Q1 2025 [7][14]. - The company has announced a buyback plan, reflecting long-term confidence in its performance [2][14]. - The overall revenue for 2024 is projected to decline by 2.5% to USD 3.59 billion, with a slight recovery expected in 2025 [7][14]. Financial Data and Forecasts - **Revenue Forecast**: - 2023: USD 3,682 million - 2024: USD 3,589 million - 2025E: USD 3,743 million - 2026E: USD 3,928 million - 2027E: USD 4,118 million - Year-over-year growth rates show a decline of 2.5% in 2024, followed by modest growth in subsequent years [4][11]. - **Net Profit Forecast**: - 2023: USD 417 million - 2024: USD 346 million - 2025E: USD 382 million - 2026E: USD 413 million - 2027E: USD 440 million - The net profit margin is expected to recover gradually after a decline in 2024 [4][11]. - **Earnings Per Share (EPS)**: - 2023: USD 0.29 - 2024: USD 0.24 - 2025E: USD 0.26 - 2026E: USD 0.28 - 2027E: USD 0.30 [4][11]. - **Gross Margin**: - 2023: 59.3% - 2024: 60.0% - 2025E: 60.0% - 2026E: 60.1% - 2027E: 60.2% [4][11]. - **Return on Equity (ROE)**: - 2023: 28.8% - 2024: 23.4% - 2025E: 20.6% - 2026E: 18.2% - 2027E: 16.2% [4][11]. Market Performance - The company's stock closed at HKD 19.10, with a 52-week price range of HKD 16.78 to HKD 31.60 [5][14]. - The total market capitalization is approximately HKD 27,930 million [5][14]. Revenue Performance by Region - Q4 2024 revenue showed a slight decline of 0.1% year-over-year, with a currency-neutral increase of 1% [7][14]. - Revenue changes in Q4 2024 by region were as follows: - Asia: -6.3% - North America: +3.9% - Europe: +5.6% - Latin America: +14% [7][14]. Cash Flow and Dividends - Adjusted free cash flow increased by 9.3% to USD 310 million [7][14]. - Total dividends for the year were USD 150 million, with a payout ratio of 43.4% [7][14].
新秀丽点评报告:24Q4业绩环比改善,美国二次上市取得进展
ZHESHANG SECURITIES· 2025-03-18 12:23
Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [7] Core Views - The company reported a revenue of $3.6 billion for 2024, a year-on-year decrease of 2.5%, but a slight decline of 0.2% when excluding foreign exchange impacts. Adjusted EBITDA was $680 million, down 3.7% year-on-year, and net profit attributable to shareholders was $350 million, down 12.9% year-on-year. In Q4 alone, revenue reached $940 million, a year-on-year decrease of 0.6%, with adjusted EBITDA of $190 million, up 7.7% year-on-year, and net profit of $110 million, up 22.7% year-on-year [1][5][12]. Summary by Sections Revenue Performance - In Q4, North America, Europe, and China saw positive revenue growth, while India and South Korea experienced declines, leading to a 7% year-on-year drop in Asian revenue. Specifically, revenue from China was $70 million (up 2%), India $50 million (down 28%), Japan $50 million (up 3%), and South Korea $30 million (down 17%). North America generated $350 million (up 4%), with the U.S. contributing $330 million (up 4%). Europe achieved $210 million (up 5%), with Belgium at $60 million (up 16%) and Germany at $30 million (down 7%) [2][3]. Brand and Channel Performance - In Q4, the brands TUMI and Samsonite saw revenue growth, with TUMI at $250 million (up 4%) and Samsonite at $480 million (up 3%). The DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) channel showed stable performance, with revenues of $280 million (up 0.1%) and $130 million (up 1.2%) for DTC self-operated and DTC e-commerce channels, respectively. The company plans to open 67 new stores, increasing the total to 1,119, demonstrating confidence in growth despite a weak retail environment [3][4]. Profitability and Margins - The gross margin for Q4 was 60.2%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points year-on-year, attributed to higher-end brand performance and discount control. The adjusted EBITDA margin reached 20.7%, a historical high, while the net profit margin was 12.2%, down 3.5 percentage points year-on-year due to a high base from previous impairment reversals [4][5]. Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve revenues of $3.7 billion, $3.8 billion, and $3.9 billion for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 1.8%, 4.1%, and 3.5%. Net profit attributable to shareholders is projected to be $370 million, $410 million, and $460 million for the same years, with growth rates of 6.2%, 10.8%, and 12.8%. The price-to-earnings ratio is estimated to be 10, 9, and 8 times for the respective years [5][12][13].
新秀丽(01910):点评报告:24Q4业绩环比改善,美国二次上市取得进展
ZHESHANG SECURITIES· 2025-03-18 11:50
Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [7] Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of $3.6 billion for 2024, a year-on-year decrease of 2.5%, but a slight decrease of 0.2% when excluding foreign exchange impacts. Adjusted EBITDA was $680 million, down 3.7% year-on-year, and net profit attributable to shareholders was $350 million, down 12.9% year-on-year. In Q4 alone, revenue reached $940 million, a year-on-year decrease of 0.6%, with adjusted EBITDA of $190 million, up 7.7% year-on-year, and net profit of $110 million, up 22.7% year-on-year [1][5] Summary by Sections Revenue Performance - In Q4, North America, Europe, and China saw positive revenue growth, while India and South Korea experienced declines, leading to a 7% year-on-year decrease in Asian revenue. Specifically, revenue from China was $70 million (up 2% year-on-year), India was $50 million (down 28% year-on-year), Japan was $50 million (up 3% year-on-year), and South Korea was $30 million (down 17% year-on-year) [2] Brand and Channel Performance - In Q4, revenue from the brands Samsonite, TUMI, and American Tourister was $480 million, $250 million, and $150 million, respectively, showing year-on-year growth of 3%, 4%, and a decline of 9%. The DTC (Direct-to-Consumer) channel showed stable performance with revenues of $280 million, $130 million, and $540 million from wholesale, DTC self-operated, and DTC e-commerce channels, respectively [3] Profitability and Margins - The gross margin for Q4 was 60.2%, an increase of 0.3 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to the higher growth rate of the premium TUMI brand and effective discount control. The adjusted EBITDA margin reached 20.7%, a historical high, while the net profit margin was 12.2%, reflecting a year-on-year decline mainly due to a high base from previous impairment reversals [4] Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve revenues of $3.7 billion, $3.8 billion, and $3.9 billion for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 1.8%, 4.1%, and 3.5%. Net profit attributable to shareholders is projected to be $370 million, $410 million, and $460 million for the same years, with corresponding growth rates of 6.2%, 10.8%, and 12.8%. The price-to-earnings ratio is estimated to be 10, 9, and 8 times for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively [5][12]
新秀丽(01910):公司年报点评:24Q4各地区环比提速,25Q1预计欧洲和印度领增
Haitong Securities· 2025-03-17 03:25
Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" and is maintained [2]. Core Views - The report highlights that the company has a solid position as the world's largest luggage brand, with TUMI's store openings gradually realizing potential, and long-term growth prospects in the Asia-Pacific region [7]. - The company is expected to see a net profit of $382 million in 2025 and $413 million in 2026, with a price-to-earnings (PE) valuation range of 14-15X for 2025, translating to a fair value range of HKD 28.60-30.65 per share [7]. Financial Performance Summary - For 2023, the company reported a revenue of $3.682 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 27.9%. However, a slight decline of 2.5% is expected in 2024, with revenues projected at $3.589 billion [6]. - The net profit for 2023 was $417 million, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 33.4%, but a decrease of 17.1% is anticipated for 2024, bringing the net profit down to $346 million [6]. - The gross margin for 2023 was 59.3%, which is expected to improve to 60.0% in 2024 and remain stable in the following years [6]. - The company maintained a net debt level that is historically low, with a net leverage ratio of 1.58x [7]. Regional Performance Insights - In Q4 2024, the company's revenue decreased by 0.1% year-on-year to $940 million, but the gross margin improved by 0.3 percentage points to 60.2% [7]. - Revenue growth varied by region, with North America showing the most significant improvement at 11.7%, while Asia (excluding India) saw a decline of 1.6% [7]. - For Q1 2025, overall revenue is expected to decline in the mid to low single digits, with India projected to return to positive growth [7]. Store Expansion and Cash Flow - The company expanded its store count by 6.4% in 2024, with a net addition of 67 stores, primarily in Asia and Europe [7]. - Adjusted free cash flow increased by 9.3% to $310 million, with a total dividend and buyback amounting to $150 million and $160 million, respectively [7].
SAMSONITE(01910) - 2024 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2025-03-13 12:00
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported Q4 net sales of $942 million, a 1% increase in constant currency compared to Q4 last year, which was up 21% versus 2019 [5][27] - Gross margin improved to 60.2%, up 30 basis points from the prior year, driven by disciplined promotion and discount strategies [5][75] - Adjusted EBITDA for Q4 reached $195 million, with a record EBITDA margin of 20.7%, up 160 basis points year-over-year [7][71] - Free cash flow generation for the quarter was $135 million, an increase of $3 million from Q4 2023 [7][73] - For the full year, adjusted net income was $3.7 billion, slightly down from $3.92 billion the previous year [29][77] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Samsonite brand saw a 4.6% increase in Q4, while Tumi was up 4.4% in the same period, indicating strong recovery post-pandemic [12][20] - American Tourister experienced a decline of 6.9% in Q4, but was up 1.3% when excluding India [14][15] - Non-travel product categories continued to grow, with a 2% increase overall across all brands [82] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Asia, sales were down 6% in Q4, with India significantly impacting results, showing a decline of 27% [8][9] - North America showed improvement, with sales up 3.9% in Q4 compared to a decline of 8% in Q3 [10] - Europe delivered a solid performance with a 5.6% growth in Q4, while Latin America continued to grow at 14% [11][24] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on brand elevation and maintaining a disciplined approach to expenses, with a commitment to managing costs effectively while expanding [6][30] - There is a strategic emphasis on direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, which saw a slight increase in mix, contributing to gross margin benefits [29][50] - The company plans to continue investing in non-travel categories and expanding its retail footprint, particularly in Asia and Europe [25][53] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about travel trends remaining robust, which is expected to drive long-term growth [91] - There are positive signs of recovery in India, with expectations for improvement in Q1 2025 [9][80] - The company is monitoring consumer sentiment closely, especially in the premium and luxury segments, which have shown some softness [37][81] Other Important Information - The company has made significant progress in sustainability, with 40% of products incorporating recycled materials [63][67] - The company has a strong liquidity position with over $1.4 billion available as of year-end [74][86] - The company is celebrating Tumi's 50th anniversary with new product launches and marketing campaigns [59][60] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the expectations for travel trends in the coming years? - Management indicated that travel trends are expected to remain robust, which will help deliver long-term growth for the business [91] Question: How is the company addressing the challenges in the Indian market? - Management noted that while India faced significant challenges, there are signs of stabilization and positive trends expected in Q1 2025 [9][80] Question: What is the company's strategy regarding sustainability? - The company highlighted its commitment to sustainability, with significant progress in incorporating recycled materials into products and achieving a strong sustainability rating [63][67]