Group 1 - The company Nobon Co., Ltd. (603238) announced that several key executives plan to reduce their shareholdings due to personal financial needs [1] - The executives involved include the general manager Gong Jinrui, director Wang Gang, chairman of the supervisory board Lu Nianfen, and financial director Zhang Changchun [1] - The planned share reductions will occur within three months after the announcement, starting 15 trading days from the disclosure date, with specific limits on the number of shares each executive can sell [1] Group 2 - Gong Jinrui plans to reduce his holdings by up to 380,900 shares, Wang Gang by 217,500 shares, Lu Nianfen by 25,300 shares, and Zhang Changchun by 17,700 shares [1] - None of the reductions will exceed 25% of their respective total shareholdings [1] - The selling price will be determined based on market conditions [1]

Core Insights - The report highlights Nobon Co., Ltd. (603238) as a leader in the high-end differentiated water-jet non-woven fabric industry, benefiting from the expanding and upgrading demand in the personal care and household cleaning market in China, alongside a booming new downstream market for oral tobacco products [3][9] Company Overview - Nobon has over 20 years of experience in the water-jet non-woven fabric sector, establishing a comprehensive platform that includes raw materials, products, and branding. The company has innovated with products like the "Sanlyzox" fully biodegradable water-jet materials and "no-scrap" wood core spun materials, creating significant technical barriers [9] - The company acquired a 51% stake in Hangzhou Guoguang, a well-known wet wipes manufacturer, in 2017, enhancing its production capabilities with a 5,000 square meter R&D space and a digitalized smart manufacturing workshop [9] - In 2023, the brand "Xiaozhijia" was positioned for growth, achieving an 81% year-on-year revenue increase in 2024 without prior promotional investment, indicating strong potential for future growth through collaboration with extensive supply chain and distribution networks [9] Financial Performance - Nobon is expected to see a significant rebound in profitability, with projected revenues of 2.24 billion yuan in 2024 (up 17% year-on-year) and a net profit of 95 million yuan (up 15% year-on-year). The first quarter of 2025 is anticipated to show even stronger growth, with year-on-year increases of 39% and 49% respectively [9] - The company’s top five customers contributed 850 million yuan in sales (up 67% year-on-year), with the customer concentration ratio (CR5) rising to 38.2% [9] Industry Dynamics - The non-woven fabric industry in China is experiencing a supply-demand rebalancing, with production levels declining since 2020, leading to a narrowing supply-demand gap. Key economic indicators for major enterprises in the industry are showing signs of recovery [9] - The market for oral tobacco products is in a growth phase, with significant increases in sales volumes reported by major international tobacco companies. This trend is expected to drive demand for high-end non-woven fabrics used in tobacco products, providing additional profit potential for Nobon [9] Investment Analysis - The report recommends a "Buy" rating for Nobon, projecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 26% for net profit from 2025 to 2027, with expected net profits of 130 million, 160 million, and 190 million yuan respectively. The target price-to-earnings (PE) ratios are set at 22, 18, and 15 times for the respective years [3][9] - The target market capitalization is estimated at 3.9 billion yuan, indicating a potential upside of 37% from current valuations [3][9]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, Nobon Co., Ltd. (603238), marking its first coverage [2][8]. Core Insights - Nobon Co., Ltd. is positioned as a global leader in high-end differentiated water-jet non-woven materials, benefiting from the expanding and upgrading demand in the personal care and household cleaning market in China, alongside a golden window for new downstream products like oral tobacco [8]. - The company is expected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of +26% in net profit from 2025 to 2027, with projected net profits of 130 million, 157 million, and 189 million yuan respectively [6][8]. Summary by Sections 1. Company Overview - Nobon Co., Ltd. has over 20 years of experience in the water-jet non-woven fabric sector, establishing a comprehensive industrial chain that includes raw materials, products, and branding [7][17]. - The company has developed innovative products such as the "Sanlyzox" biodegradable water-jet material, becoming one of the few global companies to achieve mass production of such materials [7][24]. 2. Financial Performance and Profitability - The company is entering a phase of profitability recovery, with expected revenues of 2.24 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 17%, and a net profit of 95 million yuan, up 15% [6][38]. - In Q1 2025, revenues are projected to grow by 39% year-on-year, indicating a strong upward trend [6][39]. 3. Market Dynamics - The non-woven fabric market in China is experiencing a rebalancing of supply and demand, with a narrowing gap in production and consumption, leading to improved profitability for leading companies [7][70]. - The demand for non-woven products is expected to grow significantly, driven by increased hygiene awareness post-pandemic and diverse consumer needs [74]. 4. New Product Opportunities - The oral tobacco market is anticipated to see explosive growth, with the demand for high-end non-woven materials for nicotine pouches expected to rise, providing additional profit elasticity for the company [8][20]. - Nobon Co., Ltd. is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend without significant capacity constraints, as the material usage per product is minimal [8][20]. 5. Investment Analysis - The report forecasts a target market capitalization of 3.9 billion yuan for the company, representing a 37% upside from its market value as of June 3, 2025 [8]. - The company is expected to maintain a strong cash flow and improve its dividend payout ratio, reflecting its robust financial health [62].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a significant rise in beauty and personal care stocks, with Nobon Co., Ltd. hitting the daily limit up, indicating strong market interest and investor confidence in this sector [1] - Other companies in the beauty care sector, such as Jieya Co., Ltd., Shuiyang Co., Ltd., and Huaye Fragrance, also experienced notable gains, with increases exceeding 10% [1] - The National Bureau of Statistics reported that the total retail sales of consumer goods in April grew by 5.7% year-on-year, accelerating by 0.5 percentage points compared to March, indicating a positive trend in consumer spending [1] Group 2 - The retail sales of cosmetics specifically increased by 9.8%, significantly outpacing the overall growth rate of consumer goods, suggesting a robust demand for beauty products [1]

Core Points - The company announced a cash dividend of 0.3 yuan per share for its A shares, totaling 53,252,700 yuan based on a total share capital of 177,509,000 shares [1][2][3] - The profit distribution plan was approved at the annual general meeting held on May 16, 2025 [2] - Key dates include the record date on May 30, 2025, the last trading day on June 3, 2025, and the ex-dividend date also on June 3, 2025 [2] Distribution Plan - The cash dividend will be distributed to shareholders registered with the China Securities Depository and Clearing Corporation Limited, Shanghai Branch, after the market closes on the record date [2][3] - Shareholders who have completed designated transactions can receive their cash dividends on the distribution date, while those who have not will have their dividends held by the clearing company until they complete the necessary transactions [3][4] Taxation Details - For individual shareholders, the actual cash dividend received will be 0.3 yuan per share, with tax implications based on the holding period: 20% for holdings of 1 month or less, 10% for holdings between 1 month and 1 year, and no tax for holdings over 1 year [4][5] - Qualified Foreign Institutional Investors (QFII) will have a 10% withholding tax applied, resulting in a net dividend of 0.27 yuan per share [5] - For Hong Kong Stock Exchange investors, the same 10% withholding tax applies, leading to a net dividend of 0.27 yuan per share as well [5]

证券代码：603238 证券简称：诺邦股份 公告编号：2025-013 杭州诺邦无纺股份有限公司2024年年度权益分派实施公告 本公司董事会及全体董事保证本公告内容不存在任何虚假记载、误导性陈述或者重大遗 漏，并对其内容的真实性、准确性和完整性承担法律责任。 重要内容提示： 每股分配比例 A 股每股现金红利0.3元 相关日期 | 股份类别 | 股权登记日 | 最后交易日 | 除权（息）日 | 现金红利发放日 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Ａ股 | 2025/5/30 | － | 2025/6/3 | 2025/6/3 | 差异化分红送转： 否 一、 通过分配方案的股东大会届次和日期 本次利润分配方案经公司2025 年 5 月 16 日的2024年年度股东大会审议通过。 二、 分配方案 截至股权登记日下午上海证券交易所收市后，在中国证券登记结算有限责任公司上海分 公司（以下简称"中国结算上海分公司"）登记在册的本公司全体股东。 3. 分配方案： 本次利润分配以方案实施前的公司总股本177,509,000股为基数，每股派发现金红利0.3 元（含税），共计派发现金红利53, ...

Group 1 - The A-share market experienced a contraction with major indices declining, indicating a cautious market sentiment amid reduced trading volume [3] - The REITs market showed an upward trend in secondary market prices, with the weighted REITs index closing at 139.74 and a weekly return of 1.36%, outperforming other major asset classes [4] - The copper industry is facing pressure from trade conflicts and rising domestic inventory, but prices may gradually increase with potential domestic stimulus policies and U.S. interest rate cuts [5] Group 2 - In the livestock sector, the average weight of slaughtered pigs has decreased, and the price of pigs has seen a larger decline, indicating a potential turning point in inventory levels and a long-term upward profit cycle post-deinventory [6] - Nobon Co., a leading player in the spunlace non-woven fabric industry, has shown strong performance in 2024 and Q1 2025, with advanced production lines and a focus on high-margin clients [7] - The small-cap style is currently favored in the market, with private equity research strategies showing significant excess returns [8]

Company Overview - Nobon Co., Ltd. was established in 2002, specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of differentiated and personalized water-jet non-woven materials and products [2] - The company's revenue and net profit attributable to shareholders are projected to have a CAGR of 17.7% and 2.8% respectively from 2015 to 2024 [2] - In 2024, the company is expected to achieve revenue of 2.24 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.8%, and a net profit of 95.23 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.2% [2] - In Q1 2025, revenue and net profit are expected to grow by 39.1% and 48.6% year-on-year respectively [2] - The revenue share of water-jet non-woven materials and products in 2024 is projected to be 31.7% and 67.5% respectively, with year-on-year changes of -1.2% and +27.8% [2] Industry Situation - Water-jet non-woven products are widely used in high-demand disposable consumer goods markets such as wet wipes and beauty care products due to their breathable, soft, lightweight, and antibacterial properties [3] - The production of water-jet non-woven fabric reached 1.51 million tons in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% from 2018 to 2023 [3] - The penetration rate of non-woven fabric in the market has been gradually increasing, reaching 18.6% in 2023, an increase of 7.7 percentage points compared to 2018 [3] - The market size for wet wipes in China is projected to be 12.92 billion yuan in 2024, with a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2029, particularly for makeup wipes and wet toilet paper [3] Competitive Advantages - The company has a complete and advanced production line for roll materials, with outstanding technological innovation capabilities, being the only company in China capable of mass-producing dispersible materials for supply to the U.S. [4] - The company is steadily increasing the proportion of differentiated and dispersible material production, completing a technical transformation project for differentiated production lines in 2024 [4] - The subsidiary Guoguang is one of the most comprehensive manufacturers of wet wipe products in China, with a revenue growth of 26.6% in 2024 and over 40% in Q1 2025 [4] - Guoguang is deepening cooperation with major clients such as Walmart and actively exploring new customers, leading to steady growth in orders [4] - The self-owned brand "Xiaozhijia" is rapidly expanding, with a revenue increase of 80.6% year-on-year in 2024 [4]

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of 20.90 CNY, corresponding to a PE ratio of approximately 33 times for 2025 [4][14][6]. Core Viewpoints - The company is a leading player in the domestic water-jet non-woven fabric industry, demonstrating a long-term commitment to craftsmanship. The penetration rate of water-jet non-woven fabrics is on the rise, with diverse downstream applications such as wet wipes and oral nicotine pouches showing rapid growth [12][51][67]. - The company's three main business segments—roll materials, products, and proprietary brands—are developing synergistically, with strong performance in 2024 and Q1 2025. The roll material segment is expanding its capacity for differentiated and flushable materials, while the product segment, led by Guoguang, is gradually entering high-margin clients [4][12][33]. Company Overview - Founded in 2002, the company specializes in the R&D, production, and sales of differentiated and personalized water-jet non-woven materials and products. Its products are primarily used in beauty care, industrial materials, household cleaning, and medical materials [22][23]. - The company achieved a revenue of 2.24 billion CNY in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.8%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 95.23 million CNY, up 15.2% year-on-year. In Q1 2025, revenue and net profit grew by 39.1% and 48.6% respectively [1][4][23]. Industry Situation - The water-jet non-woven fabric market is characterized by high demand due to its breathable, soft, lightweight, and antibacterial properties, making it suitable for disposable consumer products and beauty care markets. The production of water-jet non-woven fabrics reached 151,000 tons in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% from 2018 to 2023 [2][55]. - The Chinese wet wipes market is projected to reach 12.92 billion CNY in 2024, with a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2029, indicating significant growth potential in this segment [2][68]. Business Highlights - The roll material segment has advanced production lines and strong technical innovation capabilities, with the company being the only one in China capable of mass-producing flushable materials for the U.S. market. The company is increasing the proportion of differentiated and flushable materials in its production [3][12]. - The product segment, primarily through its subsidiary Guoguang, has a comprehensive product line for wet wipes, achieving a revenue growth of 26.6% in 2024 and over 40% in Q1 2025. Guoguang is expanding its partnerships with major retailers and acquiring new clients [3][12]. - The proprietary brand "Xiaozhijia" is rapidly growing, with a revenue increase of 80.6% year-on-year in 2024, supported by the company's technical strength [3][12]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve revenues of 2.62 billion CNY, 3.10 billion CNY, and 3.60 billion CNY in 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 17.31%, 18.09%, and 16.25%. Net profits are projected to be 112 million CNY, 136 million CNY, and 163 million CNY for the same years, with growth rates of 17.61%, 21.35%, and 19.80% respectively [4][14][5].

Summary of Nobon Co., Ltd. Conference Call Company Overview - Nobon Co., Ltd. specializes in differentiated water-jet non-woven materials and products, established in 2002. The main business segments include water-jet non-woven materials, non-woven products, and proprietary brands. The company aims for significant growth in its proprietary brand "Xiaozhijia" from 15 million in 2023 to 60 million in 2025 [2][3][7]. Business Segments - **Conventional Materials**: Accounts for 30% of the business but is not profitable [2][4]. - **Differentiated Custom Materials**: Represents 35% of the business with varying gross margins [2][5]. - **Manufacturable Carbon Fiber Materials**: Also 35% of the business, recognized as a global leader and certified by the highest U.S. production standards [2][5]. Outsourcing and Brand Development - The outsourcing business, managed by a subsidiary of Guoguang Electric, is projected to generate approximately 1.4 billion in sales for 2024, with clients including Walmart and Sam's Club [2][6]. - The proprietary brand "Xiaozhijia" is expected to grow significantly, focusing on online and offline channels to transition towards a consumer-oriented model [2][7][19]. Future Focus and R&D - Nobon plans to concentrate on water-based non-woven materials, particularly manufacturable carbon fiber materials, and aims to launch a biodegradable material production line, targeting a 50% share [2][8][9]. - The company is committed to expanding its outsourcing business and enhancing operational quality to improve profit margins [2][9]. Industry Dynamics - The non-woven fabric industry has experienced overcapacity post-pandemic, with a projected balance of supply and demand by the end of 2024, although profit margins have decreased compared to pre-pandemic levels [2][10][11]. - The water-jet non-woven fabric capacity is estimated at 6 to 7 million tons, with water-jet accounting for about 20% of this capacity, which has more than doubled since before the pandemic [11]. Competitive Advantages - Nobon holds a competitive edge in the non-woven materials sector through technological and product differentiation, with a focus on quality and performance [4][13]. - The company invented the dispersible technology in 2013, which is now commercially applied exclusively by Nobon in China, despite several companies claiming similar capabilities [14]. Financial Performance - Nobon reported a turning point in profitability in Q3 2024, with increased orders and a full production capacity leading to better performance compared to the first half of the year [12]. - The company’s overall export ratio has decreased, with domestic outsourcing growth outpacing international sales [18]. Product Development and Market Trends - Nobon is developing a new dispersible sanitary napkin product, which has undergone multiple iterations to improve user experience and functionality [20][21]. - The company is also exploring the oral care market with promising developments in the smokeless tobacco segment, which is expected to contribute significantly to profits [23]. Consumer Insights - Nobon's disposable hygiene products, such as wet wipes and cotton soft towels, are gaining popularity due to their convenience and comfort, which aligns with consumer demand for high-quality living standards [15]. Conclusion - Nobon Co., Ltd. is strategically positioned in the non-woven materials industry with a focus on innovation, quality, and market expansion. The company is navigating post-pandemic challenges while aiming for sustainable growth through differentiated products and enhanced operational efficiency [2][10][12].