[Financial Summary](index=1&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E6%91%98%E8%A6%81) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company's revenue and profit attributable to owners decreased year-on-year, with basic and diluted earnings per share also declining, while the intimate wear product segment grew, but the industrial projects and logistics segment significantly decreased | Metric | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,435,894 | 1,514,450 | | **Segment Results** | | | | Intimate Wear Products | 69,652 | 60,257 | | Industrial Projects and Logistics | 10,945 | 79,841 | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 57,796 | 82,398 | | **Earnings Per Share** | | | | Basic (RMB cents) | 2.7 | 3.8 | | Diluted (RMB cents) | 2.6 | 3.7 | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income](index=2&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E6%90%8D%E7%9B%8A%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E5%85%A8%E9%9D%A2%E6%94%B6%E7%9B%8A%E8%A1%A8) For the six months ended June 30, 2025, the company's revenue was RMB 1,435,894 thousand, a decrease from RMB 1,514,450 thousand in the prior period, with profit for the period declining by approximately 31% to RMB 53,447 thousand | Metric | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Revenue | 1,435,894 | 1,514,450 | | Cost of Sales | (770,130) | (795,551) | | Gross Profit | 665,764 | 718,899 | | Selling and Marketing Expenses | (523,907) | (514,693) | | General and Administrative Expenses | (79,664) | (83,833) | | Operating Profit | 65,448 | 123,833 | | Finance Costs – Net | (10,341) | (8,713) | | Profit Before Income Tax | 55,389 | 115,311 | | Income Tax Expense | (1,942) | (37,965) | | Profit for the Period | 53,447 | 77,346 | | Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company | 57,796 | 82,398 | | Total Comprehensive Income for the Period | 51,339 | 71,732 | [Condensed Consolidated Statement of Financial Position](index=4&type=section&id=%E7%B0%A1%E6%98%8E%E7%B6%9C%E5%90%88%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E7%8B%80%E6%B3%81%E8%A1%A8) As of June 30, 2025, total assets were RMB 3,603,808 thousand, a slight decrease from December 31, 2024, with total equity at RMB 2,064,809 thousand, total liabilities at RMB 1,538,999 thousand, and a significant reduction in current liabilities | Metric | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Assets** | | | | Total Non-current Assets | 1,298,672 | 1,332,097 | | Total Current Assets | 2,305,136 | 2,364,711 | | **Total Assets** | **3,603,808** | **3,696,808** | | **Equity** | | | | Share Capital and Reserves Attributable to Owners of the Company | 2,081,081 | 2,032,990 | | Non-controlling Interests | (16,272) | (11,627) | | **Total Equity** | **2,064,809** | **2,021,363** | | **Liabilities** | | | | Total Current Liabilities | 1,070,864 | 1,465,386 | | Total Non-current Liabilities | 468,135 | 210,059 | | **Total Liabilities** | **1,538,999** | **1,675,445** | | **Total Equity and Liabilities** | **3,603,808** | **3,696,808** | [Notes to the Financial Statements](index=6&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E5%A0%B1%E8%A1%A8%E9%99%84%E8%A8%BB) This section details the basis of preparation for interim financial information, changes in accounting policies, general company information including its registered place, principal business, and ultimate holding company, along with detailed classifications and analyses of key financial accounts [General Information](index=6&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E8%88%AC%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) This section provides basic information on the company's place of registration, principal business, and ultimate holding company - The company is registered in the Cayman Islands, with its principal business being the design, marketing, and sale of intimate wear products, development of industrial projects, and provision of logistics services in China[9](index=9&type=chunk) - The company's ultimate holding company is Yao Li Investment Holdings Limited, controlled by Mr. Zheng Yaonan[10](index=10&type=chunk) [Basis of Preparation](index=6&type=section&id=%E7%B7%A8%E8%A3%BD%E5%9F%BA%E6%BA%96) This section outlines the basis for preparing the interim financial information, emphasizing it should be read in conjunction with the annual consolidated financial statements - The interim financial information is prepared in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34 and should be read in conjunction with the annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2024[11](index=11&type=chunk) [Changes in Accounting Policies](index=6&type=section&id=%E6%9C%83%E8%A8%88%E6%94%BF%E7%AD%96%E8%AE%8A%E5%8B%95) This section explains the consistency of accounting policies adopted for the interim condensed consolidated financial information with the annual financial statements, noting the initial adoption of revised standards - The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the interim condensed consolidated financial information are consistent with those followed in the annual financial statements, except for the initial adoption of revised International Financial Reporting Standards[12](index=12&type=chunk) - The amendments to International Accounting Standard 21 regarding "Lack of Exchangeability" had no impact on this interim condensed consolidated financial information[13](index=13&type=chunk) [Operating Segment Information](index=7&type=section&id=%E7%B6%93%E7%87%9F%E5%88%86%E9%83%A8%E8%B3%87%E6%96%99) This section identifies the Group's two reportable operating segments: intimate wear products and industrial projects and logistics, providing their respective revenue and performance data - The Group has two reportable operating segments: the intimate wear products segment (design, marketing, and sale of intimate wear products) and the industrial projects and logistics segment (development of industrial projects and provision of logistics services)[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The Group's revenue from external customers is generated solely from its operations in China, with no single external customer accounting for **10%** or more of revenue[15](index=15&type=chunk) Reportable Segment Revenue and Results | Metric | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Segment Revenue** | | | | Intimate Wear Products | 1,288,540 | 1,295,054 | | Industrial Projects and Logistics | 147,354 | 219,396 | | **Segment Results** | | | | Intimate Wear Products | 69,652 | 60,257 | | Industrial Projects and Logistics | 10,945 | 79,841 | [Revenue](index=8&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) This section details the company's customer contract revenue breakdown by source, including retail, sales to franchisees, e-commerce, logistics revenue, and sales of industrial project properties Disaggregation of Revenue from Contracts with Customers | Revenue Source | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Retail | 662,627 | 643,711 | | Sales to Franchisees | 400,984 | 424,611 | | E-commerce | 224,929 | 226,732 | | Logistics Revenue | 64,445 | 47,521 | | Sales of Industrial Project Properties | 82,909 | 171,875 | | **Total Revenue** | **1,435,894** | **1,514,450** | [Other Income and Other Losses – Net](index=8&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5%E5%8F%8A%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E8%99%A7%E6%90%8D%EF%BC%8D%E6%B7%A8%E9%A1%8D) This section analyzes the company's other income and net losses for the reporting period, including government grants, investment income, exchange losses, and gains/losses from disposal of property, plant, and equipment Analysis of Other Income | Other Income Source | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Government Grants | 813 | 1,147 | | Investment Income from Financial Assets | 382 | 1,707 | | Others | 7,160 | 6,475 | | **Total Other Income** | **8,355** | **9,329** | Analysis of Other Losses – Net | Other Loss Source | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Exchange Losses | (872) | (3,166) | | (Loss)/Gain on Disposal of Property, Plant and Equipment – Net | (5) | 19 | | **Total Other Losses – Net** | **(877)** | **(3,147)** | [Profit Before Income Tax](index=9&type=section&id=%E9%99%A4%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E7%A8%85%E5%89%8D%E5%88%A9%E6%BD%A4) This section lists the key items included in or deducted from profit before income tax, such as cost of inventories, cost of services, depreciation, amortization, and impairment provisions Items Included in/(Deducted from) Profit Before Income Tax | Item | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Cost of Inventories Sold | 648,935 | 658,921 | | Cost of Services Provided | 65,759 | 48,398 | | Cost of Properties Sold | 55,436 | 88,232 | | Depreciation and Amortisation – Right-of-use Assets | 102,065 | 85,320 | | Depreciation and Amortisation – Property, Plant and Equipment | 41,877 | 40,043 | | Depreciation and Amortisation – Intangible Assets | 3,506 | 3,549 | | Provision for Inventories | 5,736 | – | | Impairment (Reversal)/Provision for Property, Plant and Equipment | (283) | 182 | | Impairment (Reversal)/Provision for Right-of-use Assets | (5,230) | 5,220 | [Income Tax Expense](index=9&type=section&id=%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E7%A8%85%E8%B2%BB%E7%94%A8) This section analyzes the composition of income tax expense, including current and deferred income tax, and explains the high-tech enterprise preferential tax rate and land appreciation tax provision Analysis of Income Tax Expense | Tax Type | 2025 (RMB '000) | 2024 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Current Income Tax – China Corporate Income Tax | 1,271 | 2,029 | | Current Income Tax – China Land Appreciation Tax | 1,873 | 15,811 | | Deferred Income Tax | (1,202) | 20,125 | | **Total Income Tax Expense** | **1,942** | **37,965** | - Guangdong Cosmo Lady was granted a preferential income tax rate of **15%** as a high-tech enterprise in December 2024, valid for three years[23](index=23&type=chunk) - The land appreciation tax provision is management's best estimate based on its understanding of relevant Chinese tax laws and regulations, with the actual liability subject to determination by tax authorities[24](index=24&type=chunk) [Earnings Per Share](index=10&type=section&id=%E6%AF%8F%E8%82%A1%E7%9B%88%E5%88%A9) This section explains the calculation method for basic earnings per share and provides detailed calculation data for both basic and diluted earnings per share - Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the profit attributable to owners of the company by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the period[26](index=26&type=chunk) Calculation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share | Metric | 2025 (RMB '000/thousand shares) | 2024 (RMB '000/thousand shares) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Profit for the Period Attributable to Owners of the Company | 57,796 | 82,398 | | Weighted Average Number of Ordinary Shares for Basic EPS | 2,179,354 | 2,175,223 | | Dilutive Effect – Share Award Scheme | 50,415 | 40,498 | | Number of Shares Used for Calculating Diluted EPS | 2,229,769 | 2,215,721 | [Trade and Bills Receivables](index=11&type=section&id=%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E8%B3%A6%E6%AC%BE%E5%8F%8A%E6%87%89%E6%94%B6%E7%A5%A8%E6%93%9A) This section provides the net composition and aging analysis of trade and bills receivables, along with the Group's credit period policy granted to franchisee customers Trade and Bills Receivables – Net | Item | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Amounts Due from Third Parties | 455,045 | 401,417 | | Bills Receivable | 61 | 267 | | Less: Loss Allowance | (18,567) | (16,439) | | **Trade and Bills Receivables – Net** | **436,539** | **385,245** | Aging Analysis of Trade Receivables | Aging | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 30 days | 137,802 | 157,275 | | Over 30 days but within 60 days | 105,689 | 44,861 | | Over 60 days but within 90 days | 43,031 | 94,702 | | Over 90 days but within 180 days | 23,981 | 44,192 | | Over 180 days but within 360 days | 120,466 | 48,501 | | Over 360 days | 24,076 | 11,886 | | **Trade Receivables, Total** | **455,045** | **401,417** | - The Group generally grants credit periods of **15 to 90 days** to franchisee customers, and **90 to 180 days** for initial orders of new retail store products[31](index=31&type=chunk) [Trade and Bills Payables](index=12&type=section&id=%E6%87%89%E4%BB%98%E8%B3%A6%E6%AC%BE%E5%8F%8A%E6%87%89%E4%BB%98%E7%A5%A8%E6%93%9A) This section presents the composition of trade and bills payables, including amounts due to third parties and related parties, and provides an aging analysis of trade payables Trade and Bills Payables | Item | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Amounts Due to Third Parties | 218,479 | 398,564 | | Amounts Due to Related Parties | 1,697 | 5,544 | | Bills Payable | 27,253 | 119,365 | | **Total** | **247,429** | **523,473** | Aging Analysis of Trade Payables | Aging | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Within 30 days | 45,589 | 43,302 | | Over 30 days but within 60 days | 6,938 | 38,016 | | Over 60 days but within 90 days | 55,834 | 100,054 | | Over 90 days but within 180 days | 97,490 | 191,386 | | Over 180 days but within 360 days | 7,300 | 19,748 | | Over 360 days | 7,025 | 11,602 | | **Trade Payables, Total** | **220,176** | **404,108** | [Loans](index=13&type=section&id=%E8%B2%B8%E6%AC%BE) This section details the composition of the company's loans, including non-current and current secured bank loans, and advances on discounted bills with recourse Loan Composition | Type | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Non-current Secured Bank Loans | 349,505 | 91,250 | | Current Secured Bank Loans | 118,000 | 304,380 | | Advances on Discounted Bills with Recourse | 104,158 | – | | **Total** | **571,663** | **395,630** | [Business Review](index=14&type=section&id=%E6%A5%AD%E5%8B%99%E5%9B%9E%E9%A1%A7) Facing global economic adjustments and domestic consumption divergence, the company actively responded by strengthening brand momentum, upgrading product development systems, and deepening channels to improve performance, with profit attributable to owners of the company at RMB 57,796,000 during the reporting period - Profit attributable to owners of the company was **RMB 57,796,000**[34](index=34&type=chunk) - Looking ahead to the second half, the company will continue to adhere to its strategic positioning, uphold the principle of "good quality at affordable prices" for its products, and deepen its layout across brand, product, and channel dimensions to meet challenges and achieve steady performance growth[39](index=39&type=chunk) [Strengthening Brand Momentum](index=14&type=section&id=%E5%BC%B7%E5%8C%96%E5%93%81%E7%89%8C%E5%8B%A2%E8%83%BD) The company continuously enhances brand influence and market recognition by signing sports stars and artists, conducting sports marketing campaigns, obtaining industry certifications, and multi-channel advertising - Signed Chinese short track speed skaters Liu Shaolin and Liu Shaoang as brand ambassadors, reinforcing the brand identity of "National Underwear, Champion's Choice"[35](index=35&type=chunk) - Leveraged the Asian Winter Games' popularity to create the "Let the World Feel China's Warmth" sports marketing campaign, effectively boosting brand momentum[35](index=35&type=chunk) - Announced Gulinazha as brand spokesperson and once again received Frost & Sullivan's "National Sales No. 1" certification, solidifying its foundation as a national intimate wear brand[35](index=35&type=chunk) - Placed advertisements on approximately **180** high-speed rail stations and **50** outdoor large screens in core commercial districts across Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen, continuously strengthening brand recall[36](index=36&type=chunk) - Continued to fulfill its public welfare mission, cumulatively donating **177,000** items of goods across **12** provinces nationwide in the first half of the year[36](index=36&type=chunk) [Continuous Upgrade of Product Development System](index=15&type=section&id=%E6%8C%81%E7%BA%8C%E5%8D%87%E7%B4%9A%E7%94%A2%E5%93%81%E9%96%8B%E7%99%BC%E9%AB%94%E7%B3%BB) The company continuously upgrades its product development system through in-depth market research, strengthened cooperation with suppliers, and refinement of its blockbuster product matrix to meet diverse consumer demands - Conducted in-depth store surveys, large client interviews, and combined with lingerie exhibitions and online data monitoring to gain insights into consumer needs[37](index=37&type=chunk) - Deepened cooperation with core suppliers to establish differentiated competitive advantages in key areas such as innovative raw material research and development and production process upgrades[37](index=37&type=chunk) - Improved the blockbuster product matrix, continuously building popular and mid-to-high-priced blockbuster products covering multiple consumption scenarios to meet diverse consumer needs[37](index=37&type=chunk) [Channel Deepening](index=16&type=section&id=%E6%B8%A0%E9%81%93%E6%B7%B1%E8%80%95) The company deepened traditional street store channels and expanded into shopping malls with its main brand, achieving significant performance growth for its sub-brands and a substantial increase in e-commerce GMV - The "Cosmo Lady" main brand continued to advance its "strong provinces and counties" strategy, deepening traditional street store channels and expanding into shopping mall channels with a new image[40](index=40&type=chunk) - The Group's "Pure Cotton Home Goods" brand performance increased by approximately **46%** year-on-year[40](index=40&type=chunk) - E-commerce channel GMV exceeded **RMB 1.6 billion**, achieving a significant growth of **243%** year-on-year[40](index=40&type=chunk) [Detailed Financial Performance Analysis](index=17&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%A1%A8%E7%8F%BE%E8%A9%B3%E6%83%85%E5%88%86%E6%9E%90) This section provides a detailed analysis of changes in the company's financial indicators and their key drivers during the reporting period, including profit, revenue, gross margin, selling and marketing expenses, general and administrative expenses, finance costs, and income tax expense [Profit Attributable to Owners of the Company and Segment Results](index=17&type=section&id=%E6%9C%AC%E5%85%AC%E5%8F%B8%E6%93%81%E6%9C%89%E4%BA%BA%E6%87%89%E4%BD%94%E5%88%A9%E6%BD%A4%E5%8F%8A%E5%88%86%E9%83%A8%E6%A5%AD%E7%B8%BE) This section analyzes the decrease in profit attributable to owners of the company, detailing the growth in the intimate wear product segment and the significant decline in the industrial projects and logistics segment, along with their reasons - Profit attributable to owners of the company was **RMB 57,796,000**, a decrease of approximately **30%** compared to the same period in 2024[41](index=41&type=chunk) - The intimate wear products segment's performance increased by approximately **16%** to **RMB 69,652,000**, primarily due to collaboration with associates to expand e-commerce platforms, achieving a GMV of approximately **RMB 1.52 billion** (H1 2024: RMB 240 million) and service revenue of approximately **RMB 39.4 million** (H1 2024: RMB 21.0 million)[41](index=41&type=chunk)[42](index=42&type=chunk) - The industrial projects and logistics segment's performance decreased by approximately **86%** to **RMB 10,945,000**, mainly due to a significant reduction in the number of units delivered for the Yuquan project compared to the same period last year[41](index=41&type=chunk)[42](index=42&type=chunk) [Revenue](index=18&type=section&id=%E6%94%B6%E5%85%A5) This section details the composition and changes in the company's revenue, identifying the decrease in industrial project sales as the primary reason for the overall revenue decline, and provides information on the Yuquan project's delivery status Revenue Breakdown and Proportion | Revenue Source | 2025 (RMB '000) | Proportion (%) | 2024 (RMB '000) | Proportion (%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Intimate Wear Products: Offline Sales | 1,063,611 | 74.1 | 1,068,322 | 70.5 | | Intimate Wear Products: E-commerce | 224,929 | 15.6 | 226,732 | 15.0 | | Industrial Projects and Logistics: Logistics Revenue | 64,445 | 4.5 | 47,521 | 3.1 | | Industrial Projects and Logistics: Industrial Project Sales | 82,909 | 5.8 | 171,875 | 11.4 | | **Total Revenue** | **1,435,894** | **100.0** | **1,514,450** | **100.0** | - The change in revenue was primarily due to a decrease in industrial project sales, with a significant reduction in the number of units delivered for the Yuquan project leading to a corresponding decrease in related sales revenue[44](index=44&type=chunk) - The Yuquan project has a total gross floor area of approximately **145,000 square meters**, of which approximately **89,000 square meters** are primarily for sale, with approximately **60,000 square meters** delivered and revenue recognized as of June 30, 2025[44](index=44&type=chunk)[45](index=45&type=chunk) [Gross Margin](index=19&type=section&id=%E6%AF%9B%E5%88%A9%E7%8E%87) This section analyzes the stability of the Group's overall gross margin and notes the decline in the industrial projects and logistics gross margin due to reduced sales - The Group's gross margin remained stable at approximately **46.4%** (H1 2024: 47.5%)[46](index=46&type=chunk) - The gross margin for intimate wear products remained stable at approximately **49.6%** (H1 2024: 49.1%)[46](index=46&type=chunk) - The gross margin for industrial projects and logistics decreased to approximately **17.8%** (H1 2024: 37.7%), primarily due to reduced industrial project sales[46](index=46&type=chunk) [Selling and Marketing Expenses](index=19&type=section&id=%E9%8A%B7%E5%94%AE%E5%8F%8A%E7%87%9F%E9%8A%B7%E8%B2%BB%E7%94%A8) This section indicates a approximately 2% increase in selling and marketing expenses, primarily attributed to the company's continued investment in brand marketing to enhance brand influence - Selling and marketing expenses increased by approximately **2%** to **RMB 523,907,000**, primarily due to the Group's continuous efforts to enhance its brand power and increase brand marketing investment[47](index=47&type=chunk) [General and Administrative Expenses](index=20&type=section&id=%E4%B8%80%E8%88%AC%E5%8F%8A%E8%A1%8C%E6%94%BF%E8%B2%BB%E7%94%A8) This section notes a approximately 5% decrease in general and administrative expenses, primarily benefiting from the company's continued effective implementation of cost control measures during the reporting period - General and administrative expenses decreased by approximately **5%** to **RMB 79,664,000**, primarily due to the continuous effective implementation of cost control measures during the relevant period[48](index=48&type=chunk) [Finance Costs – Net](index=20&type=section&id=%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B2%BB%E7%94%A8%EF%BC%8D%E6%B7%A8%E9%A1%8D) This section indicates that net finance costs increased to approximately RMB 10,341,000, primarily due to a decrease in interest income - Finance costs – net increased to approximately **RMB 10,341,000** (H1 2024: RMB 8,713,000), primarily due to a decrease in interest income[49](index=49&type=chunk) [Income Tax Expense](index=20&type=section&id=%E6%89%80%E5%BE%97%E7%A8%85%E8%B2%BB%E7%94%A8) This section analyzes the decrease in income tax expense to approximately RMB 1,942,000, primarily attributed to reduced land appreciation tax expenses from industrial project sales and profits, and deferred income tax expenses recognized in the prior period - Income tax expense decreased to approximately **RMB 1,942,000** (H1 2024: RMB 37,965,000), primarily due to reduced China land appreciation tax expenses from industrial project sales and profits, and deferred income tax expenses recognized in the prior period[50](index=50&type=chunk) [Liquidity and Financial Resources](index=20&type=section&id=%E6%B5%81%E5%8B%95%E8%B3%87%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%BA%90) The company maintains a sound financial position with healthy current and net debt ratios, and this section also outlines foreign exchange risks, capital expenditures, and asset pledges [Overview of Liquidity and Financial Resources](index=20&type=section&id=%E6%B5%81%E5%8B%95%E8%B3%87%E9%87%91%E5%8F%8A%E8%B2%A1%E5%8B%99%E8%B3%87%E6%BA%90%E6%A6%82%E8%A7%88) This section provides an overview of the company's restricted bank deposits, cash and cash equivalents, loans, and key liquidity financial ratios, including current ratio, total debt ratio, and net debt ratio Liquidity and Financial Ratios | Metric | 2025年6月30日 (RMB '000/times/%) | 2024年12月31日 (RMB '000/times/%) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Restricted Bank Deposits and Cash and Cash Equivalents | 554,921 | 621,871 | | Loans | 571,663 | 395,630 | | Current Ratio | 2.2 times | 1.6 times | | Total Debt Ratio | 22.6% | 19.6% | | Net Debt Ratio | Negative 4.2% | Negative 11.2% | [Foreign Exchange Risk](index=21&type=section&id=%E5%A4%96%E5%8C%AF%E9%A2%A8%E9%9A%AA) This section states that most of the Group's revenue, expenses, and raw material purchases are settled in RMB, and no significant difficulties have been encountered in remitting profits from mainland China subsidiaries to holding companies outside mainland China - Most of the Group's revenue, expenses, and raw material purchases are settled in RMB, and no significant difficulties have been encountered in remitting profits from mainland China subsidiaries to holding companies outside mainland China[53](index=53&type=chunk) [Capital Expenditure on Property, Plant and Equipment and Intangible Assets](index=21&type=section&id=%E6%9C%89%E9%97%9C%E7%89%A9%E6%A5%AD%E3%80%81%E5%BB%A0%E6%88%BF%E5%8F%8A%E8%A8%AD%E5%82%99%E5%92%8C%E7%84%A1%E5%BD%A2%E8%B3%87%E7%94%A2%E7%9A%84%E8%B3%87%E6%9C%AC%E6%80%A7%E6%94%AF%E5%87%BA) This section discloses the company's capital expenditure on property, plant and equipment and intangible assets during the reporting period, primarily for store renovation and refurbishment - During the reporting period, capital expenditure on the Group's property, plant and equipment and intangible assets was approximately **RMB 32,647,000** (H1 2024: RMB 33,333,000), primarily for store renovation and refurbishment[54](index=54&type=chunk) [Pledge of Assets](index=21&type=section&id=%E8%B3%87%E7%94%A2%E8%B3%AA%E6%8A%BC) This section discloses the total amount of restricted bank deposits, property, plant and equipment, and land use rights pledged by the Group as of June 30, 2025, to secure loans and bills payable - As of June 30, 2025, the Group pledged approximately **RMB 646,263,000** of restricted bank deposits, certain property, plant and equipment, and land use rights to secure loans and bills payable[55](index=55&type=chunk) [Human Resources Management](index=21&type=section&id=%E4%BA%BA%E5%8A%9B%E8%B3%87%E6%BA%90%E7%AE%A1%E7%90%86) As of June 30, 2025, the Group had approximately 2,000 full-time employees, with remuneration determined by experience, qualifications, and market conditions, alongside training and efforts to foster a harmonious work environment - As of June 30, 2025, the Group had approximately **2,000** full-time employees (December 31, 2024: 2,200 employees)[56](index=56&type=chunk) - Remuneration is determined with reference to individual employees' experience and qualifications, as well as overall market conditions, with bonuses linked to the Group's operating results and individual performance[56](index=56&type=chunk) - The Group provides training for new employees and on-the-job training for existing employees, aiming to develop their skills and create a harmonious and supportive work and living environment[56](index=56&type=chunk) [Other Information](index=22&type=section&id=%E5%85%B6%E4%BB%96%E4%BF%A1%E6%81%AF) This section covers interim dividend policy, corporate governance practices, securities trading, post-reporting period events, and the audit committee's review work [Interim Dividend](index=22&type=section&id=%E4%B8%AD%E6%9C%9F%E8%82%A1%E6%81%AF) The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend to shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - The Board does not recommend the payment of an interim dividend to the company's shareholders for the six months ended June 30, 2025 (2024: **1.1 HK cents** per share, totaling approximately **HKD 24,744,000**)[57](index=57&type=chunk) [Corporate Governance Practices](index=22&type=section&id=%E4%BC%81%E6%A5%AD%E7%AE%A1%E6%B2%BB%E5%B8%B8%E8%A6%8F) The company complied with the Corporate Governance Code in Appendix C1 of the Listing Rules during the reporting period and explained the safeguards for the combined roles of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer - The company has complied with all applicable code provisions in the Corporate Governance Code set out in Appendix C1 of the Listing Rules throughout the reporting period, except for code provision C.2.1[58](index=58&type=chunk) - Mr. Zheng Yaonan concurrently holds the roles of Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, and the company believes there are sufficient safeguards to ensure a balance of power on the Board[59](index=59&type=chunk) [Purchase, Sale or Redemption of the Company's Listed Securities or Sale of Treasury Shares](index=22&type=section&id=Purchase%2C%20Sale%20or%20Redemption%20of%20the%20Company%27s%20Listed%20Securities%20or%20Sale%20of%20Treasury%20Shares) This section confirms that neither the company nor its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the company's listed securities or sold any treasury shares during the six months ended June 30, 2025 - During the six months ended June 30, 2025, neither the company nor any of its subsidiaries purchased, sold, or redeemed any of the company's listed securities or sold any treasury shares[60](index=60&type=chunk) [Directors' Securities Transactions](index=22&type=section&id=Directors%27%20Securities%20Transactions) All directors confirmed compliance with the Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors of Listed Issuers, as set out in Appendix C3 of the Listing Rules, for the six months ended June 30, 2025 - All directors confirmed compliance with the Model Code for Securities Transactions by Directors of Listed Issuers, as set out in Appendix C3 of the Listing Rules, for the six months ended June 30, 2025[61](index=61&type=chunk) [Significant Events After Reporting Period](index=23&type=section&id=Significant%20Events%20After%20Reporting%20Period) This section confirms that no significant events occurred after the reporting period ended June 30, 2025 - No significant events occurred after June 30, 2025 (the end of the reporting period)[62](index=62&type=chunk) [Audit Committee](index=23&type=section&id=Audit%20Committee) The Audit Committee, comprising three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited interim financial information and raised no objections to the accounting treatments and principles adopted by the company - The Audit Committee, composed of three independent non-executive directors, has reviewed the unaudited interim financial information for the six months ended June 30, 2025, and has no disagreement with the accounting treatments and principles adopted by the company[63](index=63&type=chunk) [Publication of Interim Results and Interim Report for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2025](index=23&type=section&id=Publication%20of%20Interim%20Results%20and%20Interim%20Report%20for%20the%20Six%20Months%20Ended%20June%2030%2C%202025) This section states that the interim results announcement has been published on the HKEXnews website and the company's website, with the interim report to be published on the same websites in due course - This interim results announcement is published on the HKEXnews website (http://www.hkexnews.hk) and the company's website (http://www.cosmo-lady.com.hk), and the interim report will be published on the aforementioned websites in due course[64](index=64&type=chunk)

Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the significant stock price increase of Urban Beauty (02298), which rose by 20.27% to 0.445 yuan per share, with a trading volume of 12.4622 million yuan as of 13:52 on August 26 [1] - Urban Beauty (China) Holdings Limited focuses on the design, research and development, and sales of its own brand intimate apparel products, including bras, panties, sleepwear, loungewear, and accessories, enhancing market competitiveness through a diversified brand strategy and vertically integrated business model [1] - According to a Frost & Sullivan report, Urban Beauty is the largest brand in the intimate apparel sector in China based on retail sales revenue and store count as of 2018, with its brand portfolio expanding to nine, covering various consumer tiers from mass to premium [1] Group 2 - As of the 2024 annual report, Urban Beauty reported total revenue of 3.01 billion yuan and a net profit of 126 million yuan [1] - Urban Beauty is set to disclose its interim report for the fiscal year 2025 on August 29 [1]

格隆汇8月19日丨都市丽人(02298.HK)公布，公司将于2025年8月29日召开董事会会议，以（其中包括） 审议及通过集团截至2025年6月30日止六个月的中期业绩及其发布，以及宣派中期股息（如有）。 ...

Cosmo Lady (China) Holdings Company Limited 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告的內容概不 負 責，對 其 準 確 性 或 完 整 性 亦 不 發 表 任 何 聲 明，並 明 確 表 示，概 不 對 因 本 公 告 全部或任何部份內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致的任何損失承擔任何責 任。 於 本 公 告 日 期，董 事 會 成 員 包 括 執 行 董 事 鄭 耀 南 先 生、張 盛 鋒 先 生、吳 小 麗 女 士、冼 順 祥 先 生 及 朱 洪 波 先 生；非 執 行 董 事 林 宗 宏 先 生；以 及 獨 立 非 執 行 董 事 丘 志 明 先 生、戴 亦 一 博 士 及 呂 鴻 德 博 士。 董事會會議召開日期 都 市 麗 人（中 國）控 股 有 限 公 司（「本公司」）之 董 事（「董 事」）會（「董事會」）謹 此 宣 佈，本 公 司 將 於 二 零 二 五 年 八 月 二 十 九 日（星 期 五）舉 行 董 事 會 會 議，藉 以（其 中 包 括）考 慮 及 批 准 本 公 司 及 其 附 屬 公 司 截 至 二 零 二 五 年 六 月 ...

股份發行人及根據《上市規則》第十九B章上市的香港預託證券發行人的證券變動月報表 截至月份: 2025年7月31日 狀態: 新提交 致：香港交易及結算所有限公司 公司名稱: 都市麗人(中國)控股有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年8月5日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 不適用 | | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 02298 | 說明 | | | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 5,000,000,000 | USD | | 0.01 | USD | | 50,000,000 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | | | | | USD | | | | 本月底結存 | | | 5,000,000,000 | USD | | 0.01 | USD | | 50,000,000 | 本月底法定/ ...

17年公益长跑：静水流深的品牌基因 回望都市丽人的公益之路，可以清晰地看到一条长达17年的爱心长跑。从2008年汶川地震的紧急援助， 到2020年疫情期间捐赠520万元物资；从2021年河南水灾时的千万驰援，到长期坚持的儿童助学和青年 创业帮扶，无论市场环境如何变化，企业经营处于高峰还是低谷，都市丽人始终坚守公益初心。 公益内衣：数字背后的温度与力量 从2024年至今，"丽人公益行"已走过全国十多个省份，累计捐赠内衣26万件，总价值1900万元，惠及约 10万名城乡困难女性。在云南昭通、湖南资兴、河南永城等地，都市丽人的公益步履从未停歇。这些数 字并非冰冷的统计，而是无数女性生活改善的真实见证。环卫工人张玲的感言道出了公益的本质："内 衣柔软舒服，贴身又暖心。"这份温暖，源于都市丽人对女性需求的精准洞察——将专业能力转化为公 益力量，让内衣从"私密物"升华为关乎健康与尊严的公共议题。 贴身更贴心：国民品牌都市丽人的公益担当与时代温度 在物资捐赠的公益版图中，大米白面、食用油常被视为"刚需"，而都市丽人却以独特的视角，将目光投 向了女性群体中那个隐秘却真实存在的需求——一件舒适、健康的内衣。近日，都市丽人联合中 ...

Overview - Socks are essential clothing items that are widely used in daily life, characterized as fast-moving consumer goods with a relatively low average price compared to other textile and apparel products, making the sock market a vast opportunity [1][9] - In 2024, China's sock sales are projected to reach 12.229 billion pairs, generating a revenue of 101.074 billion yuan, with non-transparent socks accounting for over 60% of the market [1][9] - As living standards improve and consumer preferences evolve, there is a growing demand for comfort, functionality (such as antibacterial, moisture-wicking, and odor-resistant features), and fashion, leading to increased opportunities in niche markets [1][9] Market Policies - The Chinese government has implemented various policies to support the development of the textile and apparel industry, including initiatives to promote fashionable domestic products and enhance the innovation of traditional brands [4][6] - Key policies include the promotion of cultural and tourism consumption, support for the innovation of time-honored brands, and the encouragement of high-quality development in the textile sector [4][6] Industry Chain - The upstream of the sock industry includes suppliers of raw materials such as cotton, wool, silk, and synthetic fibers, as well as equipment manufacturers for sock production [7] - The midstream consists of sock manufacturing companies, while the downstream includes various sales channels such as supermarkets, department stores, specialty shops, wholesale markets, and e-commerce platforms [7] Competitive Landscape - The sock industry in China is characterized by a low entry barrier, resulting in a large number of participants, primarily small and medium-sized enterprises, leading to a highly fragmented market [11] - In 2024, the top 10 brands in the sock market accounted for less than 5% of the total market share, indicating significant competition and product homogeneity [11] Company Analysis - **Langsha Co., Ltd.**: One of the world's largest sock manufacturers with advanced digital equipment and a daily production capacity exceeding 4 million pairs. In 2024, Langsha's revenue reached 380 million yuan with a gross profit of 77 million yuan, resulting in a gross margin of 20.38% [13] - **Jiansheng Group Co., Ltd.**: A leading manufacturer of knitted sports apparel, producing 500 million pairs of cotton socks annually. In 2024, the company's revenue was 2.574 billion yuan, with knitted sports socks accounting for 60.61% of total sales [15] Development Trends - The demand for socks is becoming increasingly diversified, with consumers seeking additional functionalities such as anti-slip, antibacterial, and odor-resistant features [17] - Smart socks equipped with sensors to monitor foot health and adjust temperature and humidity are expected to become a market trend, providing personalized experiences for consumers [17]

Core Viewpoint - The company, Urban Beauty (都市丽人), has been actively involved in charitable initiatives, donating significant amounts of undergarments to support women in need across various regions in China, demonstrating its commitment to social responsibility and community welfare [1][2]. Group 1: Charitable Contributions - Urban Beauty donated undergarments worth 5 million yuan to women workers in the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps, highlighting its ongoing support for disadvantaged groups [1]. - The company previously donated 15,000 high-quality undergarments to Zhaotong City, Yunnan Province, in March 2025, addressing the urgent needs of local women [1]. - Since 2024, Urban Beauty has distributed a total of 260,000 undergarments across 14 provinces, benefiting approximately 100,000 women in urban and rural areas [2]. Group 2: Ongoing Initiatives - In March, Urban Beauty donated 10,000 undergarments to women in Tangxi Town, Hunan Province, responding to the critical shortage of basic living necessities [2]. - The company has also engaged in charitable actions in various locations, including Henan, Jiangsu, and Chongqing, with a cumulative donation of over 60,000 undergarments [2]. - Urban Beauty has been involved in public welfare for 17 years, contributing nearly 300 million yuan in funds and materials through various charitable activities since its support for the Wenchuan earthquake in 2008 [2].

Group 1: Market Trends - The paper sector continues its upward trend, with Nine Dragons Paper (02689.HK) leading the gains, rising over 9% after announcing a price increase of 30 CNY/ton for corrugated paper and recycled cardboard starting August 1, reflecting an optimized supply-demand structure in the industry [1] - The brokerage sector saw collective strength, with major Chinese brokerages like Dongfang Securities (03958.HK) and Zhongyuan Securities (01375.HK) rising over 6% and 5% respectively, indicating significant capital inflow into the sector [1] - Urban Beauty (02298.HK) surged 13% as its online GMV for 2024 is projected to reach 1.57 billion CNY, marking a 100% year-on-year increase, showcasing the effectiveness of its new retail transformation [1] Group 2: Company Performance - China Duty Free Group (01880.HK) soared 17% after Macquarie's report indicated a narrowing year-on-year revenue decline from 19.5% in Q4 2024 to 11% in Q1 2025, with a stable gross margin of 33% [1] - The gaming sector experienced a broad increase, with companies like 澳博控股 (00880.HK) and 银河娱乐 (00027.HK) rising over 3%, supported by UBS data showing Macau's average daily gaming revenue in July at 683 million MOP, a 14% year-on-year increase [2] - 雍禾医疗 (02279.HK) saw a 13% increase after forming a strategic partnership with Meituan Health to build a medical-grade hair health service system [2] Group 3: Real Estate and Financing - The Hong Kong real estate sector collectively strengthened, with Country Garden (02007.HK) leading with nearly a 10% rise, driven by improved financing conditions as indicated by the People's Bank of China's report showing a recovery in real estate loan growth [3] - Meilan Airport (0357.HK) rose 10% as CITIC Securities highlighted the significance of Hainan's trade opening, which is expected to benefit the local tourism industry [3] Group 4: Gold Sector Decline - The gold sector faced pressure, with companies like 潼关黄金 (00340.HK) and 大唐黄金 (08331.HK) dropping over 4%, attributed to a decline in spot gold prices below 3,380 USD/oz, driven by reduced safe-haven appeal due to easing trade tensions [4] Group 5: US Market Highlights - Futu Holdings (FUTU.US) rose 2.82% after announcing a long-term strategic partnership with Huaxia Fund to promote the integration of traditional finance and blockchain technology [5] - Japanese automotive stocks surged, with Toyota (TM.US) and Honda (HMC.US) rising over 13% following news of a trade agreement reducing tariffs on Japanese cars [6] - Nuclear power stocks in the US saw significant gains, with Oklo Inc (OKLO.US) rising 9.21%, reflecting a growing interest in nuclear energy [5]

Core Viewpoint - Urban Beauty's recent philanthropic initiative highlights its commitment to social responsibility and community support, particularly through the donation of 50,000 quality undergarments to women in Xinjiang, which has received recognition from the Ministry of Civil Affairs and the China Social Welfare Foundation [1][5]. Group 1: Social Responsibility and Community Engagement - Urban Beauty's chairman emphasized that the essence of a national brand lies not only in financial metrics but also in its connection to people's daily lives, showcasing the importance of addressing the needs of marginalized groups [5]. - The donation of undergarments is part of a broader effort to support women in remote areas, directly impacting their physical comfort and mental well-being, thus aligning with national goals of rural revitalization and common prosperity [5][6]. - Since partnering with the China Social Welfare Foundation in 2024, Urban Beauty has donated a total of 260,000 undergarments, benefiting approximately 100,000 women facing economic difficulties [5]. Group 2: Business and Philanthropy Synergy - The philanthropic actions of Urban Beauty are not merely one-sided contributions but are designed to create a sustainable business model that enhances corporate growth [7]. - The initiative reinforces Urban Beauty's brand identity as a national brand, fostering emotional connections with consumers and potentially increasing customer loyalty [7]. - By collaborating with the Xinjiang cotton industry, Urban Beauty aims to improve product quality and contribute to regional economic development, leveraging high-quality Xinjiang long-staple cotton in its products [7][8]. Group 3: Value Creation and Economic Impact - Urban Beauty's donation of 50,000 undergarments includes materials sourced from Xinjiang long-staple cotton, which not only provides comfort to recipients but also supports local industry [9]. - The company's recent financial performance indicates a successful business model, with a reported revenue of 3.01 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.18%, and a net profit of 126 million yuan, up 196.96% [9]. - Urban Beauty's approach exemplifies the integration of commercial and social values, addressing societal issues while enhancing business sustainability [9][10].