Core Insights - The skincare and daily chemical industry in A-shares has shown a high gross profit margin but low net profit margin, with over 80% of companies having a gross profit margin above 50% and more than half having a net profit margin below 10% [1][4] - The significant gap between gross and net profit margins is attributed to high sales expenses, which consume profits, with Marubi Biological's sales expense ratio reaching 56.5%, making it the highest in the industry [1][6] Financial Performance - The top three companies by gross profit margin in the first half of 2025 are Jinbo Biological (90.68%), Fulejia (81.47%), and Beitaini (76.01%) [2] - Only four companies reported a gross profit margin below 50%, namely Lafang, Kesi, Qingsong, and Jiaheng, with margins of 49.26%, 32.05%, 17.51%, and 14.98% respectively [2] Profitability Analysis - Despite high gross profit margins, over half of the selected companies have net profit margins below 10%, with Jinbo Biological, Fulejia, and Polaroid leading in net profit margins at 45.5%, 26.61%, and 15.41% respectively [4] - Jiaheng, Lafang, and Qingsong have low net profit margins of -6.26%, 1.58%, and 2.66% respectively [4] Marketing and R&D Expenditure - The high marketing expenses in the industry are closely linked to the high gross and low net profit margins, with many companies spending over 40% of their revenue on marketing [6][9] - Marubi Biological's sales expense ratio is 56.5%, while its R&D expense ratio is only 2.3%, indicating a heavy reliance on marketing over research and development [8] Industry Challenges - The focus on marketing over R&D has led to severe product homogeneity, limiting innovation and hindering brand development [8] - The industry faces ongoing price wars and promotional activities that further erode profitability, creating a vicious cycle [9] - Companies need to balance marketing and R&D expenditures to transition from a marketing-driven to a product-driven approach [9]

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Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [6] Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 1.77 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 30.8%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 190 million yuan, up 5.2% year-on-year. In the second quarter alone, revenue reached 920 million yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 33.5%, but net profit fell by 23.1% year-on-year to 50 million yuan [2][4] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 1.77 billion yuan, a 30.8% increase year-on-year, and a net profit of 190 million yuan, which is a 5.2% increase year-on-year. For the second quarter, revenue was 920 million yuan, reflecting a 33.5% year-on-year growth, while net profit decreased by 23.1% year-on-year to 50 million yuan [2][4][10] Brand and Product Strategy - The company continues to implement a big product strategy, with its main brands, Marubi and Lianhuo, achieving revenues of 1.25 billion yuan and 520 million yuan respectively in the first half of 2025, representing year-on-year growth of 34.4% and 23.9%. New products such as the small gold needle cream and small gold needle mask have been launched, contributing to the brand's ongoing expansion [10] Sales and Profitability - The company's net profit margin decreased by 2.6 percentage points to 10.5% in the first half of 2025, primarily due to a 3.4 percentage point increase in sales expenses. Although management and R&D expenses were optimized, the overall expense ratio still increased [10] Future Outlook - The company is expected to maintain its growth trajectory with projected earnings per share (EPS) of 1.06 yuan, 1.43 yuan, and 1.78 yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively. The ongoing brand momentum and effective cost management are anticipated to support future profitability improvements [10]

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]

Core Viewpoint - Marubi Biotechnology (SH603983) reported a significant increase in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, indicating strong business performance and growth potential in the skincare industry [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company achieved an operating income of 1.769 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 30.83% [2]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 186 million yuan, up 5.21% compared to the previous year [2]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 177 million yuan, reflecting a 6.64% increase year-on-year [1][2]. - Total profit for the period was 241 million yuan, representing a 7.17% increase from the same period last year [2]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was 116 million yuan, showing a substantial increase of 97.41% [2]. Cost Structure - Sales expenses reached 1 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 39.31%, primarily due to rising online traffic costs and ongoing investments in brand building and scientific communication [2]. - Management expenses were 50.5 million yuan, up 8.61% year-on-year [2]. - Research and development expenses totaled 40.7 million yuan, reflecting a 13.53% increase, indicating continued investment in innovation [2]. Executive Compensation - In 2024, the CFO Wang Kaihui and CMO Zeng Lingchun received salaries of 2.409 million yuan and 2.142 million yuan, respectively, both higher than the CEO Sun Huaqing's salary of 2.113 million yuan [3].

Core Viewpoint - Marubi Biotechnology's stock price has experienced fluctuations, with a year-to-date increase of 26.26% and a recent decline in the last 20 and 60 days [1][2]. Group 1: Stock Performance - As of September 9, Marubi's stock price was 40.10 CNY per share, with a market capitalization of 16.08 billion CNY [1]. - The stock has seen a net outflow of 5.03 million CNY in principal funds, with large orders accounting for 5.91% of total buying and 16.63% of total selling [1]. - The company has appeared on the "Dragon and Tiger List" once this year, with the last appearance on August 25, where it recorded a net buy of -77.91 million CNY [1]. Group 2: Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Marubi achieved a revenue of 1.769 billion CNY, representing a year-on-year growth of 30.83%, and a net profit of 186 million CNY, up 5.21% year-on-year [2]. - Since its A-share listing, Marubi has distributed a total of 983 million CNY in dividends, with 610 million CNY distributed in the last three years [3]. Group 3: Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2025, the number of shareholders increased by 36.85% to 17,400, while the average circulating shares per person decreased by 26.93% to 23,084 shares [2]. - The top ten circulating shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, which increased its holdings by 1.4859 million shares, and several funds from the Fortune series that have reduced their holdings [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].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent developments in the domestic beauty market, highlighting the completion of a Series B funding round for HuazhiXiao, led by domestic beauty giant Proya, and the strategic shifts among the top ten domestic beauty companies as they seek new growth avenues amid a slowing market [3][4]. Group 1: Financial Performance of Top Domestic Beauty Companies - Proya, Shangmei, and Shanghai Jahwa ranked as the top three domestic beauty companies, with Proya achieving a revenue of 5.362 billion yuan in the first half of the year, surpassing half of last year's total revenue [5][6]. - Shangmei's revenue grew by 17.3% year-on-year to 4.108 billion yuan, with net profit increasing by 34.7% [5][6]. - The top ten domestic beauty companies saw eight achieve revenue growth, and seven companies reported positive net profit growth, indicating a robust overall performance [6][8]. Group 2: Strategic Shifts and Market Positioning - The top domestic beauty companies are rapidly building multi-brand matrices and advancing overseas strategies to adapt to the slowing domestic market [3][4]. - Proya's skincare segment remains dominant, while its hair care and color cosmetics categories have shown significant growth, with hair care growing by 131.25% and color cosmetics by 25.79% [11]. - Shangmei's main brand, Han Shu, generated 3.344 billion yuan in revenue, while its new brand, newpage, focusing on children's skincare, achieved a remarkable 146.5% growth [14][16]. Group 3: International Expansion and Investment Strategies - Proya aims to enter the top ten global cosmetics companies by 2035, targeting a revenue of at least 50 billion yuan, and is actively pursuing international market opportunities [22][23]. - The investment in HuazhiXiao is a strategic move for Proya to enhance its multi-brand strategy and recognize HuazhiXiao's global potential [23]. - Water Sheep Co. is also focusing on international expansion, with a goal to become a global luxury beauty brand management group, launching a "10+3" global strategy [26][28]. Group 4: Challenges and Future Outlook - The domestic beauty market is facing challenges such as slowing growth and increased competition, prompting companies to seek international opportunities to escape price wars [29]. - Companies that possess product originality, brand narrative capabilities, and cross-market operational efficiency are more likely to transition from "Chinese leaders" to "global players" [29].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Accumulate" [5] Core Views - The company continues to maintain over 30% revenue growth, with a significant increase in expenses leading to a temporary adjustment in performance [1] - The company focuses on skin science and biological research for the development, design, production, and sales of various cosmetics, aiming to meet diverse consumer needs through differentiated brand positioning [4] - The company emphasizes a long-term strategy driven by technology, aiming to build a world-class competitive beauty enterprise [9] Financial Summary - Revenue for 2023 is projected at 2,226 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth rate of 28.5%. By 2027, revenue is expected to reach 5,726 million yuan, with a growth rate of 20.8% [1] - Net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to be 259 million yuan in 2023, growing to 636 million yuan by 2027, with a growth rate of 20.9% [1] - The company's overall gross margin is stable at 74.60%, with sales expenses increasing by 39.31% due to rising online traffic costs and ongoing brand building efforts [2] Brand and Market Positioning - The Marubi brand continues to solidify its position in eye care, while the PL brand focuses on high-quality, minimalist makeup, enhancing brand value [3] - The company is committed to internal development, enhancing R&D, product innovation, and digital empowerment to improve operational efficiency [3] Stock Information - As of September 2, 2025, the closing price is 39.53 yuan, with a total market capitalization of 15,851.53 million yuan [5]

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]