Core Insights - The first Western Pearl Industry Development Conference and Jewelry Expo was held in Kaijiang County, Sichuan, attracting over 500 industry experts and leaders, marking a milestone in the development of the western pearl industry [1] - The "West Pearl" regional public brand was officially launched, emphasizing its role as a national and global industry identifier, with Kaijiang being recognized for its ecological advantages as a prime location for top-quality pearls [2] - Kaijiang aims to become a new engine for agricultural specialty industries in Sichuan, with a goal to exceed 10 billion yuan in comprehensive output value for the pearl industry within 3 to 5 years [2] Industry Development - Kaijiang has established the only pearl industrial park in the western region, with 14 supportive policies covering the entire pearl industry chain, including processing, design, and sales [3] - The pearl farming area in Kaijiang spans 17,000 acres, producing 30.8 tons of pearls annually, accounting for over 20% of the national output, with the highest proportion of jewelry-grade pearls reaching 6% [2] - A total of 41 projects were signed during the conference, with 9 signed on-site, involving various aspects of the pearl industry, enhancing market recognition [3] Cultural and Economic Integration - Kaijiang promotes a dual empowerment model of "cultural tourism + industries" to enhance the local tourism economy, with activities like blind box pearl opening and cultural experiences attracting numerous visitors [4] - The integration of pearls with jade, gold, and cultural creativity has led to the development of innovative products, increasing the added value of pearl products and promoting local cultural heritage [4] - A cooperative mechanism involving enterprises, village collectives, and farmers has been established, benefiting over a thousand local residents and significantly increasing their income [4] Notable Highlights - The world's largest free-floating pearl, weighing 2036 grams and valued at over 100 million USD, was showcased at the expo, drawing significant attention [5] - The conference will continue until October 8, featuring various industry seminars and product exhibitions to further invigorate the western pearl industry [5]

Core Viewpoint - The significant rise in international gold prices has led to domestic gold jewelry brands increasing their prices, with many brands now pricing gold at 1100 yuan per gram and some products exceeding 2000 yuan per gram, making gold jewelry a luxury item [1][3][5]. Price Trends - Major domestic brands such as Chow Tai Fook, Chow Sang Sang, Lao Feng Xiang, and others are currently quoting gold prices at 1108 yuan per gram [1][2]. - Some one-price products from brands like Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang have already reached prices above 2000 yuan per gram, with specific items like a diamond-studded necklace priced at an average of 2140 yuan per gram [3][4]. Market Dynamics - The price increase trend began on August 25 with Lao Pu Gold, which saw a price hike of approximately 12.5% [4][5]. - Lao Pu Gold's price has risen from 688 yuan per gram at the beginning of the year to 915 yuan per gram, with 16 price adjustments made throughout the year [5][6]. Consumer Sentiment - There is growing consumer frustration regarding the rising gold prices, with many expressing that gold is becoming unaffordable for the average person [5][6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of 13.44 [5]. Core Insights - Despite high gold prices suppressing short-term demand for gold consumption, the industry shows structural highlights, with retail sales of gold and silver jewelry growing by 11.7% year-on-year from January to August 2025, benefiting from "self-consumption" and festive catalysts [2][5]. - The company demonstrated resilience in the face of short-term pressures, with a significant drop in revenue of 43.92% year-on-year to 4.597 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, primarily due to a 50.94% decline in income from gold jewelry. However, the company managed to achieve a 11.11% growth in revenue from fashion silver jewelry through product structure optimization [2][3]. - The company is actively transforming its channel structure from "scale expansion" to "quality and efficiency," adding 54 new stores in key business districts and achieving a 6.04% increase in single-store gross profit [3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company reported a revenue of 4.597 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, down 43.92% year-on-year, with a net profit of 1.313 billion yuan in 2023, expected to decrease to 1.002 billion yuan in 2024 before recovering to 1.106 billion yuan in 2025 [4][9]. - The projected EPS for 2025, 2026, and 2027 is 1.02, 1.18, and 1.29 yuan respectively, with a P/E ratio of 13.1 for 2025 [4][9]. Market Strategy - The company is enhancing its brand matrix strategy, focusing on the main brand "Zhou Dasheng" while launching high-end and culturally rich product lines to capture diverse market segments [2][3]. - The "National Treasure Home" brand upgrade is progressing steadily, with plans to create flagship stores generating over 100 million yuan in revenue [3]. Growth Outlook - Short-term net profit has already seen a rapid growth of 31% in the second quarter, supported by strong sales during key shopping events [3]. - The company is expected to open new growth avenues through its "Zhuanzhuge" series, which has a low investment threshold, and is beginning to explore overseas markets [3].

Core Viewpoint - The stock price of Zhou Dasheng has experienced a decline of 2.92% year-to-date, with a recent drop of 2.03% on September 25, 2023, indicating potential challenges in market performance [1][2]. Company Overview - Zhou Dasheng Jewelry Co., Ltd. is located in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, and was established on October 15, 2007, with its stock listed on April 27, 2017. The company specializes in the design, promotion, and chain operation of "Zhou Dasheng" brand jewelry [2]. - The main revenue sources for Zhou Dasheng include: 74.30% from gold jewelry, 8.27% from brand usage fees, 6.97% from other jewelry, 6.23% from embedded jewelry, 1.85% from other services, 1.76% from franchise management services, 0.47% from supply chain services, and 0.15% from small loan financial services [2]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2023, Zhou Dasheng reported a revenue of 4.597 billion yuan for the first half of 2023, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 43.92%. The net profit attributable to shareholders was 594 million yuan, down 1.27% year-on-year [3]. - The company has distributed a total of 5.246 billion yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 2.714 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [4]. Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2023, the number of shareholders increased by 13.49% to 33,400, while the average circulating shares per person decreased by 12.73% to 32,281 shares [3]. - The top ten circulating shareholders include notable entities such as Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited and Jiashi New Consumption Stock A, with some shareholders increasing their holdings [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Synchronize with the market - A" for the textile and apparel industry [1]. Core Insights - The report highlights that Chaohongji plans to go public in Hong Kong, and Xuezhongfei has proposed a strategic initiative of "brand enhancement and innovative breakthroughs" [1][6]. - The jewelry business of Chaohongji achieved a revenue of 392.4 million yuan in the first half of 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 21.2%, while the handbag business saw a decline of 17.4% [17][18]. - The report notes a significant increase in same-store sales for Chaohongji's jewelry business, with self-operated stores growing by 26.5% and franchise stores by 32.0% in the first half of 2025 [18]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - The textile and apparel sector saw a decline of 0.26% this week, while the light industry manufacturing sector fell by 0.58%. The SW textile and apparel sector outperformed the market by 0.19 percentage points [19]. - The SW textile manufacturing sub-sector increased by 0.76%, and the SW apparel and home textile sub-sector rose by 0.66% [19]. Company Performance - The report lists the top five companies in the textile and apparel sector by weekly performance: Taimushi (+61.05%), Hongdou (+26.14%), Baoxini (+22.51%), Xingye Technology (+19.90%), and Xinhua Jin (+10.39%) [28]. - Conversely, the bottom five performers included Mankalon (-10.80%), Laishen Tongling (-8.78%), Meibang Apparel (-7.48%), Mingpai Jewelry (-7.35%), and Dia Shares (-7.05%) [28]. Industry Data Tracking - The report provides insights into raw material prices, noting that the cotton price index was 15,283 yuan/ton, with a month-on-month increase of 0.2% [33]. - For the first eight months of 2025, China's textile and apparel exports amounted to 94.513 billion and 102.761 billion USD, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 1.6% and a decline of 1.7%, respectively [48]. - In August 2025, the domestic retail sales totaled 3.97 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.4% [55]. Industry News - Skechers has completed its privatization and delisting from the New York Stock Exchange, with a transaction price exceeding 9 billion USD [6][67]. - Xuezhongfei debuted its new ice and snow series at the China International Fashion Week, emphasizing its strategic goal to become the leading brand in China's ice and snow down jackets [68][70]. - VF Corporation announced the sale of its Dickies brand for 600 million USD to Bluestar Alliance, aligning with its strategy to focus on core outdoor brands [71][73].

Group 1: Domestic Gold Market - Domestic gold prices continue to rise, with overall prices approaching 1100 yuan per gram, as seen in various brand stores [1] - The highest price is from Chow Sang Sang at 1100 yuan per gram, while the lowest is from Shanghai China Gold at 1011 yuan per gram, resulting in a price difference of 89 yuan [1] - Specific gold prices from major brands include: Lao Miao at 1097 yuan, Liufu at 1098 yuan, and Zhou Dafu at 1098 yuan, all showing an increase of 10-13 yuan [1] Group 2: Platinum Prices - Platinum jewelry prices have also increased, with Chow Sang Sang's platinum price rising by 5 yuan per gram to 572 yuan per gram [1] Group 3: Gold Recovery Prices - The gold recovery price has surged by 13.2 yuan per gram, with various brand recovery prices showing significant differences [2] - Specific recovery prices include: 838.00 yuan for gold, 843.50 yuan for Cai Zhi, and 851.00 yuan for Lao Feng Xiang [2] Group 4: International Gold Market - Spot gold prices have reached a historical high of 3748.65 USD per ounce, closing at 3746.36 USD per ounce with a 1.68% increase [4] - Current spot gold is reported at 3755.17 USD per ounce, indicating a 0.24% rise, driven by expectations of Federal Reserve rate cuts and a declining dollar index [4] - Geopolitical events, including the French debt crisis and Middle East tensions, have heightened market risk aversion, further supporting gold prices [4] - The shift in gold market dynamics includes increased participation from Western institutional investors, as evidenced by rising gold ETF holdings [4]

Core Viewpoint - International gold prices continue to rise, reaching historical highs, with COMEX gold nearing $3,800 per ounce and London gold surpassing $3,750 per ounce [1] Group 1: Gold Price Movement - COMEX gold reached a peak of $3,795.1 per ounce [1] - London gold hit a maximum of $3,759.1 per ounce [1] Group 2: Domestic Jewelry Price Adjustment - Domestic gold jewelry prices have increased, with Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang raising their prices from 1,085 RMB per gram to 1,098 RMB per gram [1] - Chow Sang Sang's gold jewelry price increased from 1,090 RMB per gram to 1,100 RMB per gram [1]

Group 1 - The international gold price continues to rise, reaching historical highs with COMEX gold nearing $3,800 per ounce, peaking at $3,795.1, and London gold surpassing $3,750, hitting $3,759.1 per ounce [1] Group 2 - As a result of the rising international gold prices, domestic gold jewelry prices have been adjusted upwards, with Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang increasing their gold jewelry prices from 1,085 RMB per gram to 1,098 RMB per gram [2] - Chow Sheng Sheng has also raised its gold jewelry price from 1,090 RMB per gram to 1,100 RMB per gram [3]

Core Viewpoint - International gold prices continue to rise, leading to an increase in domestic gold jewelry prices [1] Price Adjustments - Chow Tai Fook and Chow Sang Sang gold jewelry prices increased from 1085 CNY per gram to 1098 CNY per gram, a rise of 13 CNY overnight [1] - Chow Sang Sang gold jewelry prices increased from 1090 CNY per gram to 1100 CNY per gram, a rise of 10 CNY overnight [1]

Investment Rating - Industry rating: Recommended [4] Core Viewpoints - The tourism market is experiencing significant growth ahead of the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, with a forecasted increase in travel bookings by double digits compared to last year [1][21] - High-quality hotel bookings are expected to continue their upward trend during the holiday period, with a year-on-year increase of over 20% [2] - The expansion of visa-free policies is boosting both inbound and outbound tourism, with a notable 75% increase in booking volumes for inbound travelers from Russia [2][23] Summary by Sections 1. Market Overview - The upcoming "double holiday" is expected to generate an 8-day vacation period, with potential for a 12-day extended holiday through leave arrangements [1] - Domestic travel demand is strong, with a more than 115% increase in bookings for domestic charter tours and over 200% for nearby travel products compared to last year [1] 2. Investment Recommendations - Focus on five investment themes: 1. Continuous upgrades in AI technology, benefiting companies like Core Technology and Focus Technology [3] 2. Increased consumer willingness to pay for emotional value, with high-growth potential in new retail sectors, benefiting brands like Miniso and Pop Mart [3] 3. Recovery of cyclical sectors under domestic demand stimulation, with companies like Haidilao and Jinjiang Hotels expected to benefit [3] 4. Broad prospects for consumer brands going overseas, with support for domestic brands expanding internationally [3] 5. Revitalization of traditional business formats as offline traffic returns, benefiting supermarkets and retail chains [3] 3. Industry Dynamics - The consumer service index outperformed the CSI 300 index by 3.97 percentage points, indicating a positive trend in the consumer services sector [12] - The tourism sector is characterized by short-distance frequent travel and high-quality long-distance travel, with significant growth in bookings for both [21][22] 4. Macro & Industry Data - In August, the total retail sales reached 3.97 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 3.4% [29] - Online retail sales of physical goods increased by 6.4% year-on-year from January to August, indicating a shift towards e-commerce [30]