Core Viewpoint - The A-share market sees a rise in liquor stocks despite overall demand decline, with specific brands like Moutai performing well while others face pressure [1] Group 1: Market Performance - Liquor stocks such as Huangtai Liquor and Shui Jing Fang hit the daily limit, with Shui Jing Fang rising over 7% and Jin Hui Liquor over 6% [1] - Other brands like Jinzhongzi Liquor, Jiu Gui Liquor, and Ying Jia Gong Jiu increased by over 3%, while Shede Liquor, Wuliangye, Kouzi Jiao, and Guizhou Moutai rose over 2% [1] Group 2: Demand Analysis - According to a recent report by China Merchants Securities, total demand for liquor is still declining, with a double-digit decrease, aligning with previous expectations [1] - In terms of specific scenarios, business banquets are primarily small gatherings, and mid-to-high-end dining remains sluggish, although there is some recovery in gift-giving demand [1] Group 3: Brand Performance - There is a significant brand differentiation, with Moutai showing excellent sales performance and preemptive stocking for the Spring Festival, while other brands are under pressure [1]

Core Viewpoint - The liquor sector is experiencing a collective surge, driven by rising prices of high-end liquor, particularly the flagship product, Feitian Moutai, which has seen significant price increases recently [1][2]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of February 2, the liquor index (884705) rose over 3%, with all constituent stocks showing gains, including Huangtai Liquor reaching a daily limit increase and others like Shui Jing Fang and Jin Hui Liquor rising over 7% [1]. - The price of Feitian Moutai has increased for three consecutive days, with the market price surpassing 1700 yuan per bottle, marking a single-day increase of approximately 100 yuan, the highest daily increase this year [1]. Group 2: Price Adjustments - Following the short-term price surge, a rational price correction occurred, with the wholesale price of the 2026 Feitian Moutai dropping to 1590 yuan per bottle, down 80 yuan from the peak at the end of January, yet still above the guidance price of 1499 yuan [1]. - Other high-end products also experienced varying degrees of price adjustments, but overall fluctuations remained moderate [1]. Group 3: Future Outlook - Huachuang Securities suggests that the current state of Moutai reform is gradually showing its effects, with online and offline sales channels improving, leading to a significant increase in sales velocity [2]. - Citic Securities anticipates that the liquor industry will benefit from the upcoming Spring Festival marketing activities, predicting stable sales during the holiday period due to various favorable factors [3]. - The liquor sector is viewed as being at a historical low in terms of valuation, presenting strong bottom-fishing opportunities, especially as the market sentiment is currently pessimistic [2].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the recent performance and trends in the Chinese liquor market, particularly focusing on the fluctuations in the prices of Moutai and the dividend distributions of leading liquor companies [1][3][6]. Price Trends - On February 2, 2026, Moutai's price showed a decline, with the wholesale price for the 26-year Moutai original box dropping to 1590 RMB per bottle, down 40 RMB from the previous day, and the scattered bottle price falling to 1570 RMB, down 80 RMB [1][2]. - The price of the 25-year Moutai original box increased to 1610 RMB, while the scattered bottle decreased to 1590 RMB [2]. Dividend Distributions - Guojingong Liquor announced a mid-term dividend of 10 RMB per 10 shares, totaling 528 million RMB, consistent with last year's distribution, to be implemented on February 10, 2026 [3]. - Major liquor companies, including Moutai, Wuliangye, and Luzhou Laojiao, have also announced significant mid-term dividends, totaling over 425 billion RMB among the top four companies [6]. - The dividend rates for these companies are projected to be at least 75% of net profits for Moutai, 70% for Wuliangye and Luzhou Laojiao, and 60% and 50% for Shanxi Fenjiu and Guojingong respectively [6][7]. Financial Health and Future Outlook - Despite a decline in overall performance in the liquor sector, leading companies are still expected to maintain sufficient cash reserves for dividend payments, with Moutai holding 159.5 billion RMB and Wuliangye 132.57 billion RMB in cash equivalents as of the end of Q3 2025 [7]. - The article notes that the dividend amounts may see a slight reduction due to the competitive landscape and previous performance downturns [6][7].

Group 1 - The food and beverage sector is experiencing a strong rally, with the Huabao Food and Beverage ETF (515710) showing a price increase of 2.59% as of the latest report, with a peak increase of 3.28% during trading [1][2] - Major stocks in the liquor segment have surged, with notable increases such as Shui Jing Fang rising over 8%, Jin Hui Jiu increasing over 7%, and other brands like Wu Liang Ye and Shanxi Fen Jiu also showing significant gains [1][2] - Tianfeng Securities reports that the liquor sector has been in a correction phase for about five years, with current valuations and institutional positions at historical lows, suggesting potential for recovery as market sentiment improves [1][3] Group 2 - The Huabao Food and Beverage ETF (515710) is currently at a low valuation, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.81, which is in the bottom 3.33% of the last decade, indicating a favorable long-term investment opportunity [3] - The industry is undergoing significant changes, with leading liquor companies actively engaging consumers and adjusting pricing strategies to maintain market balance, while smaller companies are clearing inventory [3] - The ETF has a diversified portfolio, with approximately 60% allocated to leading high-end and mid-range liquor stocks, and 40% to other segments like beverages and dairy, highlighting its comprehensive approach to the food and beverage sector [4]

Group 1 - Gujing Gongjiu announced a mid-term dividend of 10 RMB per 10 shares, totaling 528 million RMB, consistent with last year's dividend, to be implemented on February 10 [1] - The total mid-term dividends for leading liquor companies, including Gujing Gongjiu, Kweichow Moutai, Wuliangye, and Luzhou Laojiao, will exceed 42.5 billion RMB [4] - Investors are questioning the sustainability of dividends from liquor stocks due to last year's overall performance decline in the sector [4] Group 2 - Kweichow Moutai's dividend rate is expected to be no less than 75% of its net profit for 2025, while Wuliangye and Luzhou Laojiao's rates are set at 70% [5] - The cash balances of major liquor companies as of Q3 2025 show sufficient funds for dividend commitments, particularly for Wuliangye and Luzhou Laojiao [6] - The competitive landscape and declining performance may lead to a slight reduction in total dividends for the six major liquor companies in 2025 [5] Group 3 - The liquor industry is responding to regulatory calls for increased dividends to attract investors, particularly among companies with strong profitability but slower growth [4] - Other liquor companies like Shanxi Fenjiu and Yanghe have yet to announce their mid-term dividends for 2025, despite previous years' timely disclosures [4] - The overall dividend landscape in the liquor sector is under scrutiny as companies adjust their dividend policies in response to market conditions [5]

Group 1 - The food and beverage sector is experiencing a strong rally, with the Huabao Food and Beverage ETF (515710) seeing a price increase of 2.59% as of the latest report, following a peak increase of 3.28% during the trading session [1][7] - Major liquor stocks have surged, with notable increases including Shui Jing Fang up over 8%, Jin Hui Jiu up over 7%, and Jiu Gui Jiu up over 5%, while other prominent brands like Moutai and Luzhou Laojiao also showed significant gains [1][7] Group 2 - According to Tianfeng Securities, the liquor sector has been in a correction phase for about five years, with current valuations and institutional positions at historical lows. The market sentiment is generally pessimistic, but there is potential for stock prices to recover ahead of fundamental improvements [3][9] - The food and beverage ETF Huabao is currently at a low valuation, with a price-to-earnings ratio of 19.81, placing it in the bottom 3.33% of the last decade, indicating a favorable long-term investment opportunity [3][9] Group 3 - CITIC Securities highlights significant changes in the liquor industry since 2026, emphasizing the need for companies to enhance customer engagement and education. The focus on consumer-centric channel collaboration is expected to be a key competitive advantage in the next market cycle [4][10] - The Huabao Food and Beverage ETF allocates approximately 60% of its portfolio to leading high-end and mid-range liquor stocks, while nearly 40% is invested in leading stocks from other segments like beverages and dairy [4][10]

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese liquor market shows a divergence in retail prices for the top ten products, with an overall upward trend in prices, reaching the highest level since January 8, 2023, at a total price of 9020 yuan for a bundled sale of these products, an increase of 9 yuan from the previous day [1]. Price Movements - Among the top ten products, seven saw price increases while three experienced declines. Notable price increases include: - Guojiao 1573, Qinghua Fen 20, and Gujing Gong 20, each rising by 10 yuan per bottle due to channel restocking and a shift in transaction focus [1]. - Wuliangye Pu 58th generation increased by 8 yuan per bottle, indicating a recovery in the price difference between wholesale and retail [1]. - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+ rose by 6 yuan per bottle, supported by regional inventory reduction [1]. - Premium Moutai increased by 2 yuan per bottle, driven by high-end gifting demand, accumulating a total increase of over 60 yuan in four consecutive days [1]. - Crystal Jian Nan Chun saw a slight increase of 1 yuan per bottle [1]. Price Declines - The products that experienced price declines include: - Xijiu Junpin, which fell by 17 yuan per bottle, reaching a 30-day low at an average price of 625 yuan [1]. - Feitian Moutai decreased by 15 yuan per bottle [1]. - Qinghua Lang dropped by 6 yuan per bottle [1]. Current Prices of Major Products - Current retail prices for notable products are as follows: - Feitian Moutai: 1715 yuan per bottle, down by 15 yuan [3]. - Premium Moutai: 2417 yuan per bottle, up by 2 yuan [3]. - Wuliangye Pu 58th generation: 801 yuan per bottle, up by 8 yuan [4]. - Qinghua Fen 20: 384 yuan per bottle, up by 10 yuan [4]. - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+: 585 yuan per bottle, up by 6 yuan [4]. - Gujing Gong 20: 520 yuan per bottle, up by 10 yuan [4]. - Xijiu Junpin: 625 yuan per bottle, down by 17 yuan [4]. - Qinghua Lang: 707 yuan per bottle, down by 6 yuan [4]. - Crystal Jian Nan Chun: 389 yuan per bottle, up by 1 yuan [4].

Investment Rating - The report rates multiple companies in the consumer staples sector as "Outperform," including Guizhou Moutai, Wuliangye, and Yili [1]. Core Insights - The consumer staples industry in January 2026 shows a recovery in basic demand while hedonic consumption remains under pressure, indicating a divergence in performance across different segments [3][29]. - Among the eight key consumer industries tracked, four are experiencing positive growth (condiments, frozen food, soft drinks, and catering), while four are facing declines (high-end and above Baijiu, mass-market Baijiu, dairy products, and beer) [29]. Summary by Segment Baijiu (High-end and Above) - In January, the revenue for high-end Baijiu reached 47 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 14.0%. The price pressure is significant, with expectations of over a 10% price drop throughout the year due to high inventory levels [11]. Baijiu (Mass-market and Below) - The mass-market Baijiu segment generated 22.9 billion yuan in January, down 3.0% year-on-year. Despite the decline, the segment shows resilience due to rigid demand and adaptability to consumption scenarios [13]. Beer - The beer industry reported revenues of 17 billion yuan in January, a decrease of 7.1% year-on-year. The demand was affected by adverse weather and the delayed Spring Festival, leading to a cautious inventory approach by distributors [15]. Condiments - The condiment sector achieved revenues of 46.9 billion yuan in January, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.5%. The recovery in the catering channel and increased demand from small and medium-sized businesses are key drivers [17]. Dairy Products - The dairy sector's revenue was 43.5 billion yuan in January, down 3.3% year-on-year. The demand remains under pressure, but a potential recovery is anticipated in the coming months due to low base effects [19]. Frozen Food - The frozen food segment saw revenues of 14.99 billion yuan in January, with a year-on-year increase of 8%. The demand is supported by pre-Spring Festival stocking and favorable weather conditions [21]. Soft Drinks - The soft drink industry generated 96.2 billion yuan in January, with a modest growth of 1.1% year-on-year. Increased promotional activities indicate heightened market competition [24]. Catering - The catering sector reported revenues of 16.2 billion yuan in January, up 2.5% year-on-year. The demand is gradually improving, particularly in small and medium-sized restaurants [26].

Investment Rating - The industry rating is maintained as "Positive" [5] Core Insights - The food and beverage sector experienced a weekly increase of 1.56%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index, which decreased by 0.44%, and the CSI 300 Index, which increased by 0.08% [1][17] - The liquor segment, particularly baijiu, showed a strong performance with a 3.86% increase, driven by positive sales dynamics for leading brands like Guizhou Moutai, which saw its batch price rise to 1700 yuan [2][11] - The overall performance of the consumer goods sector was weaker, with declines in most categories except for meat products, which increased by 0.52% [1][17] Summary by Sections Market Performance Review - The food and beverage sector's performance from January 26 to January 30 showed a 1.56% increase, with specific categories like baijiu increasing by 3.86% and snacks decreasing by 6.07% [1][17] Weekly Perspective Update - The baijiu sector is gaining attention, with Guizhou Moutai's sales performing well. The sector's strong performance is attributed to favorable market conditions and improved sales dynamics [2][11] - The consumer goods sector, excluding meat products, showed a decline, with specific stocks like Li Ziyuan increasing by 16.0% while others like Hao Xiang Ni decreased significantly [2][12] Sector Investment Recommendations - For the baijiu sector, the report recommends focusing on leading brands such as Guizhou Moutai, Luzhou Laojiao, and Shanxi Fenjiu, anticipating strong sales during the Spring Festival [3] - In the consumer goods sector, the report emphasizes the importance of the Spring Festival stocking season, recommending companies like East Peak, Wei Long, and New Dairy for potential growth [3][12]

Investment Rating - The industry rating is maintained as "Positive" [5] Core Views - The liquor sector is gaining attention, with strong sales performance from Guizhou Moutai, which has seen its batch price rise to 1700 yuan, reflecting positive sales momentum despite existing inventory risks [2][11] - The consumer goods sector is experiencing overall weakness, but there are opportunities in the "snack/meal supply/dairy beverage" segments due to the upcoming Spring Festival [3][12] Market Performance Review - The food and beverage sector saw a weekly increase of 1.56%, outperforming the Shanghai Composite Index, which decreased by 0.44%, and the CSI 300 Index, which increased by 0.08% [1][17] - Specific performance highlights include a 3.86% increase in the liquor sector, while other segments like snacks and health products saw declines of 6.07% and 5.59%, respectively [1][17] Sector Investment Recommendations - **Liquor Sector**: The report recommends focusing on leading brands such as Guizhou Moutai, Luzhou Laojiao, Shanxi Fenjiu, and Guxi Gongjiu, anticipating strong sales during the Spring Festival [3] - **Consumer Goods**: Emphasis is placed on the Spring Festival stocking opportunities in snacks, meal supplies, and dairy beverages, with specific recommendations for companies like East Peak, Weilong, and New Dairy [3][12][14] Sector and Stock Performance - The report details stock performance, with top gainers in the liquor sector including Huangtai Liquor (+22.92%) and Luzhou Laojiao (+9.10%), while major losers included Haoxiangni (-20.89%) and Yanghe Distillery (-11.56%) [19][22] - The dynamic price-to-earnings ratio for the food and beverage sector is reported at 20.9 times, with liquor at 18.47 times, indicating a favorable valuation environment for liquor stocks [24]