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连连数字营收稳步增长，从 2020 年的 5.89 亿元增长至 2024 年的 13.15 亿元，但归母净利润持续亏损，主要受联通公司投资亏损影响， 但亏损规模自 2022 年起逐渐收窄，2024 年亏损降至 2.9 亿元。出售 联通部分股份带来一次性收益，经常性盈利恢复正数。 公司毛利润从 2020 年的 3.8 亿元增长至 2024 年的 6.8 亿元，但毛利 率有所下滑，主要由于支付业务综合费率下降及境内支付业务收入占比 提高。费用端呈下降趋势，管理费率显著降低，与 IPO 前员工福利及上 市开支增加有关。 全球跨境电商 GMV 预计到 2027 年将达 5.8 万亿元，中国跨境电商渗 透率将达 27.7%。2024 年中国跨境电商进出口规模达 2.71 万亿元， 同比增长 14%。中国整体数字支付服务市场总支付额预计到 2027 年达 到 354 万亿元，22-27 年的复合增速约为 14%，跨境市场复合增速预 计为 25%。 数字支付行业政策影响较大，准入门槛提高，持牌机构数量缩减。行业 集中度有望提升。连连数字作为独立供应商在中国市场份额排名第七， 占比 0.6%，在独立供应商中排名第一，占比 9 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating with a target price of 15.52 HKD per share [4][13]. Core Insights - The company has shown strong performance in its payment business, with a total payment volume (TPV) growth of 94% year-on-year in global payments and a significant increase in net profit due to substantial investment gains [4][15]. - The company is strategically investing in the Web3.0 ecosystem, allocating 50% of the funds raised from a recent share placement to blockchain innovations in global payments [4][16]. Financial Summary - Revenue for H1 2025 reached 783 million RMB, up 26.8% year-on-year, while net profit turned positive at 1.51 billion RMB, primarily due to the sale of a subsidiary stake [4][14]. - The gross margin stood at 51.9%, with a slight decrease of 0.7 percentage points year-on-year, and overall expense ratios showed significant optimization [4][14]. - The company forecasts revenue growth for 2025-2027, with total revenues projected at 1,652 million RMB in 2025, 2,089 million RMB in 2026, and 2,577 million RMB in 2027, reflecting growth rates of 25.7%, 26.4%, and 23.4% respectively [3][4]. Business Performance - The digital payment segment generated 684 million RMB in revenue for H1 2025, marking a 26.2% increase year-on-year, with total TPV reaching 2.1 trillion RMB, up 32.0% year-on-year [4][15]. - The company has a robust customer base of 7.9 million, supported by 65 global payment licenses, indicating strong future growth potential in transaction volumes [4][15]. Web3.0 Ecosystem Investment - The company completed a share placement in July 2025, raising 387 million HKD, with plans to invest in blockchain technology for global payments [4][16]. - The acquisition of a Hong Kong VATP license positions the company to enhance its digital asset capabilities and ecosystem [4][16].

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8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: 連連數字科技股份有限公司 呈交日期: 2025年9月3日 I. 法定/註冊股本變動 | 1. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | H | | 於香港聯交所上市 (註1) | | 是 | | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 證券代號 (如上市) | 02598 | 說明 | H股 | | | | | | | | | 法定/註冊股份數目 | | | 面值 | | 法定/註冊股本 | | | 上月底結存 | | | 457,068,764 | RMB | | 1 RMB | | 457,068,764 | | 增加 / 減少 (-) | | | 0 | | | RMB | | 0 | | 本月底結存 | | | 457,068,764 | RMB | | 1 RMB | | 457,068,764 | | 2. 股份分類 | 普通股 | 股份類別 | 其他類別 ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a revised SOTP target price of HKD 17.7, up from HKD 17.3 [1][4][14] Core Insights - The company reported a 27% year-on-year revenue growth in the first half of 2025, driven by a 94% increase in global payment TPV and a 28% increase in domestic payment TPV [1][2][3] - The digital payment business shows a stable growth trend, with significant improvements in profitability, particularly in global payments [3][4] - The company has obtained a license for leveraged foreign exchange trading, which is expected to enhance user engagement and business barriers [3] Financial Performance - Total revenue for 1H25 was RMB 780 million, slightly above expectations, with global and domestic payment revenues contributing 65% and 24% respectively [2][4] - Gross profit reached RMB 410 million, with a gross margin of 52%, indicating stable profitability in digital payments [2][4] - The adjusted EBITDA profit forecast for the year has been increased by 2% due to the strong performance in the first half [4][5] Business Segments - Global payment TPV increased by 94% to RMB 198.5 billion, with a stable gross margin of 73% [3][12] - Domestic payment TPV grew by 28% to RMB 18.7 trillion, maintaining a stable fee rate [3][12] - The company’s digital payment services continue to dominate revenue, accounting for 87% of total income [12][13] Financial Projections - The company expects total revenue to reach RMB 1.672 billion in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 27% [5][13] - The adjusted net profit is projected to be RMB 1.346 billion in 2025, reflecting a significant turnaround from previous losses [5][13] - The overall TPV is expected to grow by 28% year-on-year, with global payment TPV projected to reach RMB 442 billion [4][13] Valuation - The SOTP valuation indicates a target price of HKD 17.7, suggesting a potential upside of 54% from the current share price of HKD 11.48 [4][14] - The valuation is based on a revenue multiple of 10.0 for the core business and includes the valuation of the company’s stake in a subsidiary [14]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported strong financial performance in 1H25, with significant revenue growth and a return to profitability, driven by strategic asset sales and robust payment processing activity [1][2]. Financial Performance - 1H25 revenue increased by 27% year-on-year to 780 million yuan, with net profit turning positive at 151 million yuan compared to a net loss of 35 million yuan in 1H24, largely due to over 1.6 billion yuan in gains from the sale of a stake in a subsidiary [1][2]. - Adjusted recurring operating profit was 6.258 million yuan, a significant improvement from a loss of 8.88 million yuan in 1H24, indicating enhanced core business profitability [2]. Business Trends - Total Payment Volume (TPV) for 1H25 grew by 32% year-on-year to 2.1 trillion yuan, outpacing revenue growth of 27% [1]. - Global payment TPV surged by 94% to 198.5 billion yuan, while domestic payment TPV rose by 28% to 1.9 trillion yuan, with stable fee rates contributing to revenue growth [1]. - Value-added services revenue increased by 34% to 90 million yuan, driven by virtual card offerings and the expansion of digital products [1]. Profitability Metrics - Gross profit for 1H25 rose by 25% to 410 million yuan, maintaining a high gross margin of 52% [2]. - The gross margin for global payments was 72.7%, while domestic payments stood at 19.9%, with a slight decline in value-added services margin attributed to lower profitability in virtual card operations [2]. Strategic Outlook - The company anticipates steady growth in payment business, projecting TPV to continue increasing and revenue growth to exceed 20% in the coming years, with a target recurring operating profit of nearly 70 million yuan in 2025 [3]. - The company plans to allocate 30% of its fundraising to enhance global licensing and local service capabilities, while 50% will focus on blockchain technology innovations in cross-border payments [3]. Market Position - As a leading cross-border payment service provider, the company is well-positioned to benefit from Web3 payment innovations and has obtained a VATP license, which opens new growth avenues [3]. Valuation and Forecast - Revenue forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been raised by 2% to 1.65 billion yuan and 2.02 billion yuan, respectively, while maintaining adjusted profit estimates [4]. - The target price has been increased by 3.3% to 15.8 HKD, reflecting a potential upside of 39% based on a price-to-sales ratio of 9x for 2025 and 8x for 2026 [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of HKD 13.90, representing a potential upside of 23.6% from the current price of HKD 11.25 [1][6][14]. Core Insights - The company has demonstrated robust growth in its core business, with total revenue reaching HKD 783 million in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 26.8%. The gross margin improved to 51.8%, reflecting effective cost control and a higher proportion of high-margin business [3][9]. - The domestic payment business is steadily expanding, with total payment transaction volume reaching HKD 1.87 trillion, a 27.6% increase year-on-year. The international payment business saw a remarkable growth in total payment volume (TPV), which nearly doubled to HKD 198.5 billion, a 94.0% increase [4][10][11]. - The value-added services segment is showing synergistic effects, with total revenue of HKD 89.59 million, up 34.2% year-on-year. The company is enhancing its blockchain technology applications in cross-border payments, which could open new revenue streams [5][12][13]. Financial Performance Summary - For the fiscal years 2025 to 2027, the company is projected to achieve revenues of HKD 1.61 billion, HKD 1.96 billion, and HKD 2.37 billion, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 22.4%, 21.9%, and 20.8% [6][7][14]. - The net profit for 2025 is expected to reach HKD 1.53 billion, significantly boosted by the sale of equity in a joint venture with American Express [14].

Core Viewpoint - CICC maintains a "outperform industry" rating for Lianlian Digital (02598.HK) and raises the target price by 3.3% to HKD 15.8 due to improved market sentiment [1] Financial Performance - Lianlian Digital's 1H25 performance met expectations, with revenue increasing by 27% year-on-year to CNY 780 million, and net profit turning positive to CNY 1.51 billion [1] - Total Payment Volume (TPV) rose by 32% year-on-year to CNY 2.1 trillion, outpacing the revenue growth of 27% [1] - Gross profit increased by 25% year-on-year to CNY 410 million, maintaining a high gross margin of 52% [1] Future Projections - CICC has adjusted revenue forecasts for 2025 and 2026 upwards by 2% each to CNY 1.65 billion and CNY 2.02 billion respectively, anticipating steady growth in TPV and payment revenue [1] - The company is expected to achieve a recurring operating profit of nearly CNY 70 million in 2025 [1] Competitive Advantages - Lianlian Digital has significant advantages in licensing compliance, having recently obtained SFC Type 3 license for regulated leveraged foreign exchange trading, as well as in technological innovation and global network [1] - The company is continuously enhancing its global licensing layout and local service capabilities overseas [1] - As a leading cross-border payment service provider, Lianlian Digital is poised to benefit from Web3 payments and VATP licenses, which open up growth opportunities [1]

兴业证券发表研究报告，首次覆盖连连数字(02598.HK)，给予"增持"评级。 连连数字此前公布的2025H1财报显示，总支付额快速增长，实现扭亏。截至2025年6月30日，公司 TPV 达到2.1万亿元，同比增长 32.0%。2025H1总收入达到7.83亿元，同比增长26.8%。毛利达到4.06亿元， 同比增长25.0%，毛利率达到 51.9%，相对平稳。经调整损益为16.56亿元，实现扭亏。 从业务分部情况来看，1)全球支付业务：公司完成对支付基础设施的重构，并积极开拓东南亚、中东和 拉美区域市场，全球支付TPV达1985亿元，同比增长94.0%；收入4.73亿元，同比增长27.0%。2)境内支 付业务：公司深化SaaS协同，强化私域电商客户的系统服务能力，境内支付TPV达到1.9万亿元，同比 增长27.6%；收入2.11亿元，同比增长24.6%。3)增值业务：公司围绕流量服务、跨境通讯等场景拓展生 态版图，2025H1增值服务收入同比增长34.2%。 研报指，连连数字是中国领先的数字支付解决方案提供商。公司主营跨境支付业务，服务对象包括中国 跨境商户及企业、海外商户及企业、境内企业等。截至2025年6 ...

兴业证券发表研究报告，首次覆盖连连数字(02598.HK)，给予"增持"评级。研报指，连连数字是中国领 先的数字支付解决方案提供商。公司主营跨境支付业务，服务对象包括中国跨境商户及企业、海外商户 及企业、境内企业等。截至2025年6月30日，公司累计服务的客户数量达到790万家。公司已累计取得65 张牌照(包括中国、美国、欧盟、英国、东南亚和南美主要国家的牌照)，确保在全球支付市场的合规运 营。连连数字此前公布的2025H1财报显示，总支付额快速增长，实现扭亏。截至2025年6月30日，公司 TPV达到2.1万亿元，同比增长 32.0%。2025H1总收入达到7.83亿元，同比增长26.8%。毛利达到4.06亿 元，同比增长25.0%，毛利率达到 51.9%，相对平稳。经调整损益为16.56亿元，实现扭亏。从业务分部 情况来看，1)全球支付业务：公司完成对支付基础设施的重构，并积极开拓东南亚、中东和拉美区域市 场，全球支付TPV达1985亿元，同比增长94.0%；收入4.73亿元，同比增长27.0%。2)境内支付业务：公 司深化SaaS协同，强化私域电商客户的系统服务能力，境内支付TPV达到1.9万亿元，同比 ...