Core Insights - The company reported a third-quarter revenue of 1.356 billion, representing a decline of 20.76% compared to the previous year [1] - The net profit for the third quarter was 381 million, down 39.01% year-on-year [1] - For the first three quarters, the total revenue reached 4.516 billion, a decrease of 18.09% [1] - The net profit for the first three quarters was 1.511 billion, reflecting a decline of 24.67% [1] Financial Performance - Third-quarter revenue: 1.356 billion, down 20.76% [1] - Third-quarter net profit: 381 million, down 39.01% [1] - Year-to-date revenue (first three quarters): 4.516 billion, down 18.09% [1] - Year-to-date net profit (first three quarters): 1.511 billion, down 24.67% [1]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate" (maintained) [5] Core Views - The report suggests that the fundamentals may have bottomed out, and the company is waiting for demand recovery. The Anhui province, being a traditional stronghold for liquor production and sales, is expected to see continued growth in the liquor market despite consumption downgrading. The projected market size for Anhui's liquor market in 2024 is approximately 400 billion RMB, supported by the province's active private economy and strong per capita drinking capacity [5][25]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - The closing price of the company is 40.45 RMB, with a market capitalization of 32,360 million RMB. The one-year high and low prices are 69.00 RMB and 37.79 RMB, respectively. The company has a total share capital of 800 million shares and a debt-to-asset ratio of 22.09% [3]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company’s net profit attributable to shareholders is forecasted to be 21.32 billion RMB, 22.58 billion RMB, and 24.61 billion RMB for the years 2025 to 2027, corresponding to P/E ratios of 15, 14, and 13 times, respectively. The company is expected to show resilience in revenue and net profit due to solid channel management and brand recognition in Anhui, with room for market expansion [7][10][48]. Strategic Product Line and Channel Development - The company has successfully positioned itself in the mid-to-high-end market, focusing on price bands above 150 RMB, which aligns with the consumption upgrade trend in Anhui. The introduction of the "Cave" series has significantly improved the product structure and market share. The company employs a deep distribution model that covers both core cities and lower-tier markets, enhancing its competitive edge [9][39][37]. Economic Environment and Market Dynamics - The Anhui province's economy has shown robust growth, with GDP increasing from 3,125.3 billion RMB in 2000 to 50,625.2 billion RMB in 2024. The active private economy in Anhui contributes significantly to the liquor market's resilience, with private enterprises accounting for 60.7% of the province's GDP and 59.7% of tax revenue [25][29]. Financial Performance and Ratios - The company’s revenue for 2025 is projected to be 6,225 million RMB, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 15.23%. However, the revenue is expected to recover with growth rates of 2.71% and 6.11% in 2026 and 2027, respectively. The gross margin is anticipated to remain strong, with a net profit margin of 35.33% in 2024 [8][48].

Core Insights - The stock of Yingjia Gongjiu experienced a decline of 0.86% on October 22, with a trading volume of 110 million yuan [1] - The company reported a net financing outflow of 4.26 million yuan on the same day, indicating a negative sentiment among investors [1] Financing Overview - On October 22, the financing buy amount for Yingjia Gongjiu was 6.168 million yuan, while the financing repayment was 10.429 million yuan, resulting in a net financing buy of -4.2609 million yuan [1] - The total financing and securities lending balance for the company reached 264 million yuan as of October 22 [1] - The current financing balance of 262 million yuan accounts for 0.81% of the circulating market value, which is below the 30th percentile level over the past year, indicating a low financing level [1] Securities Lending Overview - On October 22, Yingjia Gongjiu repaid 500 shares in securities lending and sold 900 shares, with a selling amount of 36,200 yuan based on the closing price [1] - The remaining securities lending volume is 56,800 shares, with a balance of 2.2828 million yuan, which is also below the 50th percentile level over the past year, indicating a low level of securities lending [1] Company Profile - Yingjia Gongjiu Co., Ltd. is located in Huoshan County, Lu'an City, Anhui Province, and was established on November 28, 2003, with its listing date on May 28, 2015 [1] - The company's main business involves the research, production, and sales of liquor, with a revenue composition of 80.26% from mid-to-high-end liquor, 14.31% from ordinary liquor, 3.38% from packaging materials, and 2.05% from other sources [1] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, the number of shareholders for Yingjia Gongjiu reached 66,800, an increase of 69.86% compared to the previous period [2] - The average circulating shares per person decreased by 41.13% to 11,973 shares [2] - For the first half of 2025, the company reported a revenue of 3.16 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 16.51%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 1.13 billion yuan, down 18.02% year-on-year [2] Dividend Information - Since its A-share listing, Yingjia Gongjiu has distributed a total of 7.28 billion yuan in dividends, with 3.12 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [2] Institutional Holdings - As of June 30, the third-largest circulating shareholder is the China Securities Index White Wine Index A (161725), holding 20.32 million shares, an increase of 3.12 million shares from the previous period [2] - The Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited is the fourth-largest shareholder, holding 8.95 million shares, a decrease of 1.74 million shares from the previous period [2] - The Wine ETF (512690) is the seventh-largest shareholder, holding 5.00 million shares, an increase of 0.53 million shares from the previous period [2]

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Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Recommended" [9] Core Views - The economic landscape continues to show resilience, with GDP growth in the first three quarters reaching 101.50 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.2%. Despite a marginal decline in growth rate to 4.8% in Q3, the overall economic stability is supported by new productive forces and effective macro policies [4] - Retail sales growth has slowed down, with total retail sales from January to September at 36.59 trillion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 4.5%. In September alone, retail sales were 4.20 trillion yuan, growing by only 3.0% [5] - The beverage sector is performing strongly, with a focus on new consumption opportunities driven by retail channel transformations. Key companies to watch include Huashang Auntie, Tea Baidao, and others [6] Summary by Sections Economic Overview - GDP growth has shown resilience despite external challenges, with a year-on-year increase of 5.2% in the first three quarters [4] - The Q3 GDP growth rate decreased by 0.4 percentage points, attributed to external tariff policy changes and transitional pains in various industries [4] Retail Sales Performance - Total retail sales for the first nine months reached 36.59 trillion yuan, with a growth rate of 4.5% year-on-year. September's retail sales were 4.20 trillion yuan, reflecting a slowdown to 3.0% growth [5] - The decline in growth is linked to the reduced impact of the "old-for-new" policy and the timing of the Mid-Autumn Festival [5] Investment Opportunities - The report highlights several companies with strong recovery expectations in the consumer goods sector, including Weilai Delicious, Ximai Foods, and Youyou Foods [6] - The beverage sector is noted for its robust performance, with a focus on companies like Dongpeng Beverage and others, as well as the impact of new birth policies on dairy demand, highlighting companies such as Yili and Mengniu [6]

Core Insights - The liquor sector experienced a slight increase of 0.14% on October 21, with *ST Rock leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3916.33, up 1.36%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13077.32, up 2.06% [1] Stock Performance Summary - *ST Rock (600696) closed at 5.84, with a rise of 5.04% and a trading volume of 47,600 shares, totaling 27.11 million yuan [1] - Other notable performers include Tianyoude Liquor (002646) at 9.80, up 1.34%, and Qingdao Wenzhou (000995) at 13.97, up 1.31% [1] - Major stocks like Luzhou Laojiao (000568) and Kweichow Moutai (600519) saw minor increases of 0.80% and 0.30%, respectively, with Moutai's closing price at 1462.26 and a trading volume of 25,400 shares, totaling 3.73 billion yuan [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The liquor sector saw a net inflow of 12.19 million yuan from major funds, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 15.9 million yuan [2] - Conversely, speculative funds experienced a net outflow of 172 million yuan [2] Individual Stock Capital Flow - Kweichow Moutai (600519) had a significant net inflow of 1.26 billion yuan from major funds, while it faced a net outflow of 1.26 billion yuan from speculative funds [3] - Wuliangye (000858) reported a net inflow of 29.16 million yuan from major funds, but a net outflow of 39.27 million yuan from retail investors [3] - *ST Rock (600696) showed a net inflow of 6.38 million yuan from major funds, while retail investors withdrew 5.52 million yuan [3]

Core Viewpoint - The report from China Merchants Securities indicates a decline in participation and investor interest in the 2025 Autumn Sugar Exhibition, reflecting a decrease in industry enthusiasm, while the liquor sector's performance during the holiday season aligns with expectations [1][2]. Liquor Industry - The number of participating liquor companies at the Autumn Sugar Exhibition has decreased, with a shift in investment focus towards the consumer end, leading to a cautious attitude among liquor distributors [2]. - The performance of high-end liquor brands remains resilient, with Moutai's price stabilizing around 1800 yuan, which has positively impacted sales during the holiday season [3]. - The overall sales during the holiday season for liquor have declined, but leading brands have shown better performance compared to the industry average, indicating a trend towards increased industry concentration [3]. Food Industry - The beverage sector has shown significant inventory reduction during the holiday period, with leading brands like Nongfu Spring expected to achieve double-digit growth [4]. - The snack sector continues to expand, particularly in discount store formats, although same-store sales have seen a slight decline [4]. - The dairy sector remains under pressure, particularly for ambient liquid milk, with a need for structural improvements [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on leading liquor brands such as Kweichow Moutai, Shanxi Fenjiu, Luzhou Laojiao, and Wuliangye, as well as emerging brands like Zhenjiu Lidu and Yingjia Gongjiu, which are expected to contribute positively [5][6]. - In the food sector, recommendations include leading snack brands like Ximai Foods and beverage leaders like Nongfu Spring and Dongpeng Beverage, while also highlighting opportunities in the dairy sector with companies like Yili [6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the food and beverage industry [1] Core Views - The overall sales of liquor during the recent double festival are weak, with a year-on-year decline of 20%-30%, aligning with previous expectations. High-end brands like Moutai and Wuliangye performed relatively well, while lower-tier brands faced significant pressure [5] - The price stability of liquor during the double festival is noted, with slight increases observed post-festival. The report suggests monitoring price trends as e-commerce promotions begin [5] - The upcoming Sugar and Wine Conference is expected to provide marginal feedback, with the industry showing signs of bottoming out. The report emphasizes the importance of this event for potential recovery opportunities [6][7] Summary by Sections Recent Trends - The food and beverage sector has underperformed the Shanghai Composite Index, with a 0.61% increase compared to the index's 1.80% rise over the past two weeks [14] - The soft drink segment saw the highest increase of 9.98%, while several companies like Zhuangyuan Pasture and Yangyuan Beverage led the gains [14] Key Companies and Earnings Forecast - The report highlights several key companies with their respective earnings per share (EPS) and price-to-earnings (PE) ratios, recommending stocks such as Kweichow Moutai, Wuliangye, and Luzhou Laojiao for investment [25] - The report provides a detailed table of key companies, their stock prices, and projected earnings for 2024, 2025, and 2026, indicating a bullish outlook for several firms [25] Investment Strategy - The report suggests that recent policy changes may improve macroeconomic expectations, potentially enhancing both valuation and performance in the food and beverage sector. The overall valuation remains low, justifying the "Recommended" rating [8][23] - Specific recommendations include high-end liquor brands and popular consumer goods, indicating a diversified investment strategy across different segments of the food and beverage industry [8][23]

Market Overview - The liquor sector experienced a decline of 0.87% on October 13, with *ST Rock leading the drop [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3889.5, down 0.19%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 13231.47, down 0.93% [1] Individual Stock Performance - *ST Rock (600696) closed at 5.63, down 3.10% with a trading volume of 37,400 shares and a turnover of 20.94 million yuan [1] - Other notable declines include: - Si Gu Dian (000799) down 2.30% to 59.57 with a volume of 105,200 shares [1] - Gujing Gongjiu (000596) down 2.24% to 150.83 with a volume of 18,900 shares [1] - Huangtai Liquor (000995) down 2.12% to 13.83 with a volume of 39,700 shares [1] Capital Flow Analysis - The liquor sector saw a net outflow of 1.133 billion yuan from main funds, while retail funds had a net inflow of 579 million yuan [1] - The table of capital flow indicates that major stocks like Kweichow Moutai (6150009) had a net outflow of 4.91 million yuan, while retail investors contributed a net inflow of 29,500 yuan [2] - Luzhou Laojiao (000568) experienced a net outflow of 1.74 million yuan from main funds but saw a retail net inflow of 8.366 million yuan [2]

Core Viewpoint - The overall performance of the liquor industry in Q3 2025 is under pressure, with slow payment collection, increased inventory, and weak batch prices due to the impact of the "ban on alcohol" [1][2] Payment Collection - The payment collection progress for liquor companies in Q3 2025 has slowed down significantly, with only Kweichow Moutai expected to maintain a collection rate similar to previous years, while other companies face relative pressure [1][2] Sales Performance - The sales performance in Q3 2025 is under pressure, particularly in June and July due to the "ban on alcohol," although there has been some improvement in August and September. Kweichow Moutai has shown resilience with significant sales growth in August and September, with a year-on-year increase exceeding 20% [2][3] Inventory Levels - After a slight decrease in inventory levels in Q1 2025, the overall inventory in the liquor industry has accumulated due to a significant slowdown in sales since Q2 2025. The inventory is expected to decrease during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, but channel inventory may not see significant reduction [2][3] Batch Prices - Batch prices for most liquor products are under pressure due to the "ban on alcohol" and aggressive promotional activities during the festive season. High-end liquor prices, such as Feitian Moutai, have dropped to 1750-1800 RMB, while other products like Wuliangye have also seen price declines [2][3] Price Segment Analysis - High-end liquor: Kweichow Moutai is expected to maintain growth, while Wuliangye and Luzhou Laojiao may face slight pressure in Q3 2025 - Mid-range liquor: Significant differentiation is expected, with Shanxi Fenjiu showing stable performance, while other brands may benefit from low base effects - Regional leaders: Brands like Gujinggongjiu and Yingjia Gongjiu are still adjusting and may be significantly impacted by the "ban on alcohol" [3][4] Earnings Forecast - Overall, liquor companies are expected to face pressure, with most companies' performance in Q3 2025 projected to decline year-on-year. However, Kweichow Moutai is anticipated to achieve revenue and profit growth, while others like Wuliangye and Shanxi Fenjiu may perform relatively steadily [4] Investment Recommendations - The company suggests focusing on bottom-range allocation opportunities in the liquor sector, recommending leading brands like Kweichow Moutai, Shanxi Fenjiu, and Wuliangye, as well as other brands with growth potential and lower valuations [5]