Market Overview - On September 15, the cosmetics sector declined by 0.18%, with Huaye Fragrance leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3860.5, down 0.26%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13005.77, up 0.63% [1] Individual Stock Performance - Notable gainers included: - Jinsong New Material (300849) with a closing price of 14.48, up 3.72% and a trading volume of 121,800 shares, totaling 179 million yuan [1] - Lafang Home (603630) closed at 28.58, up 2.11% with a trading volume of 71,300 shares, totaling 200 million yuan [1] - Notable decliners included: - Huaye Fragrance (300886) closed at 29.66, down 1.79% with a trading volume of 18,400 shares, totaling 55.05 million yuan [2] - Marubi Biological (603983) closed at 39.95, down 1.36% with a trading volume of 13,900 shares, totaling 55.49 million yuan [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The cosmetics sector experienced a net outflow of 83.38 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors saw a net inflow of 76.42 million yuan [2] - The overall capital flow for individual stocks showed: - Jinsong New Material had a net inflow of 18.50 million yuan from institutional investors, accounting for 10.31% of its total [3] - Huaye Fragrance had a net outflow of 4.23 million yuan from institutional investors, accounting for 6.58% of its total [3]

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for Shuiyang Co., Ltd. [3][13] Core Insights - The cosmetics and medical beauty sector underperformed the market, with the Shenwan Beauty Care Index increasing by 0.2% from September 5 to September 12, 2025, lagging behind the Shenwan A Index by 2.7 percentage points [3][4] - Domestic cosmetics brands showed strong growth in August, with key brands under Shumei Co. achieving a 70% growth rate on Douyin and Taobao platforms, indicating a robust performance despite high base effects [3][9] - The report highlights the upcoming Double 11 shopping festival, suggesting that brands should prepare for promotional strategies [3][9] Summary by Sections Industry Performance - The cosmetics and medical beauty sector's performance was weaker than the market, with declines in the Shenwan Cosmetics Index by 0.5% and the Shenwan Personal Care Index by 0.8% during the specified period [3][4] Key Company Review - Shuiyang Co., Ltd. is positioned as a leading technology-driven beauty company in China, with stable revenue between 4 to 5 billion yuan from 2021 to 2024 and an expected gross margin of 63.01% in 2024, up by 10.94 percentage points from 2021 [3][10] - The company has a dual business model of proprietary brands and CP agency brands, with a strong focus on high-end and global market transformation [3][10][12] E-commerce Data - In August, key domestic brands on Douyin and Taobao platforms showed significant growth, with Shumei Co. brands achieving a 70% increase, and other brands like Maogeping and Runben also reporting substantial growth rates [3][14] Market Trends - The report notes that the overall retail sales of cosmetics in July 2025 grew by 4.5%, indicating a recovery in consumer spending [3][17] - The domestic skincare market is projected to reach 271.2 billion yuan in 2024, despite a slight decline of 3.7% year-on-year, with domestic brands gaining market share [3][26] Company Announcements - Shumei Co. has appointed Dr. Karl Lintner, a pioneer in peptide beauty, as the chief scientific advisor, aiming to enhance its global competitiveness in research and development [3][21]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [7] Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 1.79 billion yuan for H1 2025, a year-on-year decline of 7.05%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 110 million yuan, down 15.2% year-on-year [2][4] - In Q2 alone, the company achieved a revenue of 910 million yuan, a decrease of 11.7% year-on-year, with a net profit of 57.25 million yuan, down 16.1% year-on-year [2][4] - The cosmetics business, particularly the Yilian brand, showed steady growth, while the Aier Doctor brand is undergoing a phase of adjustment [10] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For H1 2025, the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, and raw materials segments generated revenues of 1.09 billion, 210 million, and 180 million yuan respectively, with year-on-year changes of -7.7%, -13.9%, and +4.2% [10] - The Yilian brand achieved a revenue of 550 million yuan, a growth of 23.8% year-on-year, while the Aier Doctor brand saw a revenue decline of 30% to 450 million yuan [10] - The overall gross profit margin slightly improved, with a net profit margin of 6%, down 0.6 percentage points year-on-year [10] Business Segments - The Yilian brand's growth was supported by the announcement of a global spokesperson, leading to a 43% increase in the spray product line [10] - The Aier Doctor brand is in a brand adjustment phase, with new product launches expected to drive future growth [10] - The raw materials business showed stability, with sales of hyaluronic acid reaching 120 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 23.4% [10] Future Outlook - The company is expected to focus on its main brands, with the Yilian brand showing strong momentum and the Aier Doctor brand undergoing necessary adjustments [10] - The company anticipates improvements in profitability due to optimized channel structures and enhanced gross margins in the raw materials segment [10] - EPS forecasts for 2025-2027 are projected at 0.24, 0.29, and 0.34 yuan per share respectively [10]

Core Viewpoint - The skincare and daily chemical industry in A-share listed companies has shown significant performance divergence in the first half of 2025, with 14 representative companies analyzed for their financial results [1]. Group 1: Performance Analysis - Six companies experienced declines in both revenue and net profit: Lafang Jiahua, Furuida, Fulejia, Beitaini, Huaxi Biological, and Kesi Co. [1] - Lafang Jiahua reported revenue of 410 million yuan, a decrease of 4.27% year-on-year, and a net profit of 6 million yuan, down 82.89% compared to the previous year [1]. - Furuida achieved revenue of 1.79 billion yuan, a decline of 7.05% year-on-year, with a net profit of 108 million yuan [1]. - One company, Chuang'er Biological, saw revenue growth of 16.98% to 214 million yuan but a net profit decline of 55.99% to 13 million yuan [1]. - Jiaheng Jiahua reported revenue of 514 million yuan, an increase of 21.72% year-on-year, but a net loss of 32 million yuan, with losses widening compared to the previous year [1]. Group 2: Factors Influencing Performance - Jiaheng Jiahua's significant net loss is closely linked to its Huzhou base, with new business expansions impacting operational performance [2]. - Lafang Jiahua's dual decline in performance is attributed to changes in the domestic and international operating environment, compounded by intensified industry competition, despite increased market investment [2].

Group 1 - The cosmetics sector experienced a slight increase of 0.22% on September 10, with Jinsheng New Materials leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3812.22, up 0.13%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12557.68, up 0.38% [1] - Jinsheng New Materials saw a significant rise in its closing price to 14.38, reflecting an increase of 11.73% with a trading volume of 139,700 shares and a transaction value of 198 million yuan [1] Group 2 - The cosmetics sector faced a net outflow of 10.99 million yuan from institutional investors and 78.76 million yuan from retail investors, while individual investors saw a net inflow of 89.75 million yuan [2] - The trading data indicates that Jinsheng New Materials had a net inflow of 24.75 million yuan from institutional investors, despite a net outflow from retail and speculative investors [3] - Qingdao Kingway and Beitaini also reported net inflows from retail investors, while other companies like Shanghai Jahwa and Marubi experienced net outflows from both institutional and speculative investors [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the cosmetics and medical beauty sector, highlighting strong growth potential and investment opportunities in the industry [14][19]. Core Insights - The cosmetics and medical beauty sector has shown resilience, outperforming the market during the week of August 29 to September 5, 2025, with the Shenwan Beauty Care Index declining only 0.8% [3][4]. - The transition to autumn skincare marks the beginning of a consumption peak for the sector, with significant sales events such as the Autumn Beauty Consumption Festival and Double 11 approaching, creating new investment opportunities [9][10]. - Major companies in the sector are optimistic about their performance in the second half of 2025, as indicated by a recent conference involving over ten beauty care companies [9]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - The Shenwan Cosmetics Index remained stable, outperforming the Shenwan A Index by 1.4 percentage points, while the Shenwan Personal Care Index fell by 1.8%, underperforming the Shenwan A Index by 0.3 percentage points [3][4]. Key Company Reviews - **Mao Geping (1318HK)**: Reported a revenue of 2.59 billion yuan for H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 31%, with a net profit of 670 million yuan, up 36%. The color cosmetics segment saw a revenue of 1.42 billion yuan, while skincare generated 1.09 billion yuan, reflecting strong brand momentum [10][11]. - **Shangmei Co. (02145HK)**: Achieved a revenue of 4.108 billion yuan in H1 2025, a 17.3% increase, with a net profit of 556 million yuan, up 34.7%. The main brand, Han Shu, contributed significantly to growth, with a revenue of 3.344 billion yuan [16][17]. Investment Recommendations - Recommended companies include Shangmei Co., Porlaia, and Shanghai Jahwa, which have strong brand matrices and relatively low PE multiples. Other notable mentions are Marubi Biological and Mao Geping, which are positioned well to benefit from the rise of domestic beauty brands [10][19]. - The report suggests focusing on companies with strong R&D capabilities and product pipelines, particularly in the upstream medical beauty segment, with a recommendation for Aimeike [10][19]. Market Trends - The report notes a significant increase in online sales, with H1 2025 online revenue for Mao Geping reaching 1.297 billion yuan, a 39% year-on-year increase, marking a shift in consumer purchasing behavior towards online platforms [12][18]. - The overall cosmetics retail market showed a 4.5% growth in July 2025, indicating a robust recovery in consumer spending [23][26]. Strategic Developments - Porlaia's investment in Huazhi Xiao reflects a strategic move to enhance its multi-brand strategy and capitalize on the influence of Gen Z consumers [28]. - The report highlights the competitive landscape, noting that domestic brands are increasingly capturing market share, with a notable shift in consumer perception from "value for money" to "quality choice" [32].

Market Overview - The cosmetics sector experienced a decline of 1.93% on September 3, with Jiaheng Jiahua leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3813.56, down 1.16%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12472.0, down 0.65% [1] Individual Stock Performance - Bawei Co. (837023) saw an increase of 2.86%, closing at 20.17 with a trading volume of 70,000 shares and a turnover of 139 million yuan [1] - Lafang Jiahua (603630) increased by 2.46%, closing at 28.35 with a trading volume of 171,800 shares and a turnover of 496 million yuan [1] - Jiaheng Jiahua (300955) experienced the largest decline of 8.73%, closing at 32.09 with a trading volume of 141,300 shares and a turnover of 475 million yuan [2] - Other notable declines include Huaye Fragrance (300886) down 6.05% and Jincheng New Materials (300849) down 3.78% [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The cosmetics sector saw a net outflow of 176 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 95.35 million yuan [2] - The main capital inflow and outflow for individual stocks showed that Lafang Jiahua had a net inflow of 28.51 million yuan from institutional investors, while Jiaheng Jiahua had a net outflow of 7.93 million yuan [3] - The overall trend indicates a mixed sentiment among retail and institutional investors, with retail investors showing some interest despite the overall sector decline [2][3]

Market Overview - The cosmetics sector experienced a decline of 0.97% on September 2, with Huaye Fragrance leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3858.13, down 0.45%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12553.84, down 2.14% [1] Individual Stock Performance - Jiahen Jiahua (300955) saw a significant increase of 7.16%, closing at 35.16 with a trading volume of 127,400 shares and a turnover of 437 million yuan [1] - Other notable gainers included Bawi Co. (837023) with a 3.87% increase and Lafang Jiahua (603630) with a 2.60% increase [1] - Conversely, Huaye Fragrance (300886) led the declines with a drop of 4.05%, closing at 31.55 [2] - The overall performance of the cosmetics sector showed mixed results, with several stocks experiencing declines [2] Capital Flow Analysis - The cosmetics sector saw a net outflow of 216 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 210 million yuan [2] - The table of capital flow indicates that Lafang Jiahua had a net inflow of 49.77 million yuan from institutional investors, despite a net outflow from retail investors [3] - Other companies like Jinxing New Materials (300849) and Shanghai Jahwa (600315) also experienced varying degrees of net inflows and outflows from different investor categories [3]

Group 1 - The cosmetics sector increased by 0.56% on September 1, with Lafang Jiahua leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3875.53, up 0.46%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 12828.95, up 1.05% [1] - Lafang Jiahua's stock price rose by 9.99% to 26.97, with a trading volume of 114,000 shares and a transaction value of 300 million yuan [1] Group 2 - The cosmetics sector saw a net inflow of 15.558 million yuan from institutional investors, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 45.296 million yuan [2] - Major stocks in the sector experienced varied capital flows, with Lafang Jiahua having a net inflow of 75.247 million yuan from institutional investors [3] - Other companies like Jiahen Jiahua and Huaye Fragrance also saw significant net inflows, while stocks like Marubi Biological and Shanghai Jahwa experienced net outflows from institutional and retail investors [3]

Core Insights - The article highlights the strategic upgrade of Furuida Bio Co., Ltd. as it navigates the dual transformation of rationalization in the consumer market and the reconstruction of value in the beauty industry, creating historic opportunities for domestic brands to break through foreign barriers [3] Group 1: Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Furuida achieved a revenue of 1.79 billion yuan, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of 108 million yuan and a net profit excluding non-recurring items of 105 million yuan [3] - The core brand Yilian generated over 550 million yuan in revenue, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 23.78%, demonstrating the effectiveness of its functional value strategy [3] Group 2: Market Position and Strategy - Furuida's cosmetics segment reported a semi-annual revenue of 1.094 billion yuan in 2025, with Yilian and Aier Doctor contributing 554 million yuan and 451 million yuan, respectively [4] - The company is leveraging a three-dimensional driving system of "technology research and development, market insight, and cultural narrative" to convert short-term traffic into long-term brand assets [4][5] Group 3: Technological Innovation - Furuida is advancing in the synthetic biology field with a dual strategy of "hyaluronic acid + recombinant collagen," aiming to build a technological moat for future growth [6] - The recombinant collagen market in China is projected to grow from 1.5 billion yuan in 2017 to 10.8 billion yuan in 2021, with an expected compound annual growth rate of 42.4% by 2027 [6] Group 4: Product Development and Market Trends - The company has launched a medical beauty brand, Kemi, focusing on recombinant collagen, and has invested over 100 million yuan in building the first production line for recombinant collagen in Shandong Province [6][8] - Furuida's innovative approach includes the development of a platform centered on hyaluronic acid, with five innovative raw material systems and two invention patents in transdermal delivery technology [7][8] Group 5: Future Outlook - Furuida's strategic transition from "basic beauty" to "technology beauty" positions it as a potential rule-maker in the evolving beauty industry landscape, characterized by robust cash flow and a focus on high-end brand models [10]