Investment Rating - The overall industry investment rating is "Positive" [48] Core Viewpoints - The report emphasizes the impact of anti-involution policies on capacity regulation, which is beneficial for the livestock industry [6][22] - The agricultural sector has shown strong performance, with the agricultural index rising by 3.61% compared to the broader market indices [27] - The report highlights the long-term investment value of companies in the livestock sector, as their valuations are at historical lows [23] Summary by Relevant Sections Livestock Industry - **Swine**: The national average price for live pigs is 14.12 CNY/kg, down 0.15 CNY from last week. The average price for 15 kg piglets is 33.86 CNY/kg, down 0.17 CNY [6][22] - **Poultry**: The average price for white feather broilers is 3.35 CNY/lb, up 0.15 CNY from last week. The average price for white chickens is 13.7 CNY/kg, up 0.3 CNY [9][22] - **Yellow Chickens**: The average price for yellow chickens is 9.79 CNY/kg, down 0.88 CNY from last month. The industry is experiencing a rise in production capacity [10][25] - **Animal Health**: The animal health industry is recovering from a low point, with significant performance improvements noted in major companies [11][25] Planting Industry - **Seed Industry**: Policies are continuously improving, and the commercialization of genetically modified technology is accelerating, which is expected to boost sales and prices for quality seed companies [12][26] - **Planting**: Grain prices are experiencing short-term adjustments, with corn averaging 2441 CNY/ton, down 10 CNY from last week, while wheat is at 2442 CNY/ton, up 1 CNY [13][26] Recommended Companies - **Buy Ratings**: - Zhongchong Co., Ltd. [4] - Muyuan Foods [4] - Suqian Agricultural Development [4]

Investment Rating - The report provides a positive outlook on various sectors, indicating a stable recovery in the home furnishing and paper packaging sectors, while new tobacco and packaging sectors show robust growth [3][4]. Core Insights - The home furnishing sector is expected to see marginal improvement in domestic demand due to government support for consumption upgrades, with a focus on companies with high dividend yields and growth certainty for 2025 [5][10]. - The new tobacco sector is experiencing growth, particularly in heated tobacco products (HTP), with significant sales increases reported in Europe and a growing user base for IQOS [11]. - The paper packaging sector is facing a gradual recovery in pulp prices, with a focus on companies that maintain strong market positions and high dividends [12]. - The light consumer goods and pet food sectors are under pressure, but there are opportunities in innovative product launches and channel expansion [15]. - The two-wheeler sector is poised for a rebound with government subsidies and new standards expected to drive demand [16][17]. Summary by Sections Home Furnishing - Domestic sales are expected to improve due to government initiatives, with a focus on companies with strong growth prospects and high dividends [5][10]. - Export figures show a slight increase in June, but a cumulative decline for the first half of the year [10]. New Tobacco - HNB sales increased by 10.5% year-on-year, with a growing user base for IQOS [11]. - The regulatory environment in the U.S. is tightening, which may benefit compliant market players [11]. Paper Packaging - Pulp prices have shown slight increases, but overall market conditions remain challenging [12]. - Companies with strong market positions and dividend policies are recommended for investment [12]. Light Consumer Goods & Pet Food - The sector is facing challenges, but there are opportunities in new product launches and expanding distribution channels [15]. - Online sales data indicates mixed performance across different product categories [23]. Two-Wheeler - The sector is expected to benefit from government subsidies and new regulations, with a focus on companies that can leverage these changes for growth [16][17]. - Recent data shows a significant number of electric bikes being replaced under the subsidy program [26][27].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The agricultural sector's public fund heavy holdings increased in Q2 2025, benefiting from US-China tariff disturbances and policy catalysts, with total market capitalization rising to 13,208 billion yuan, up 6.80% quarter-on-quarter [13][12] - The investment logic for the pig industry is improving marginally, with expectations for a price increase in H2 2025 driven by both fundamental and policy factors [23][5] - The pet sector is experiencing a rise in domestic brands, supported by consumption upgrades and tariff barriers, with the pet food market expected to exceed 60 billion yuan by 2025 [26][25] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The agricultural sector's public fund heavy holdings increased, with a total market capitalization of 13,208 billion yuan, representing 1.74% of the A-share market [13][12] - The pig price is expected to stabilize and rise due to ongoing capacity adjustments and supply pressures [4][16] Weekly Market Performance (July 21-25) - The agricultural index outperformed the market by 1.95 percentage points, with the agricultural index rising 3.62% [27][29] - Leading stocks included Shen Nong Group (+15.42%), Zhong Ji Health (+11.63%), and Bang Ji Technology (+11.41%) [32][27] Price Tracking (July 21-25) - The average price of live pigs was 14.15 yuan/kg, down 0.12% from the previous week, while the average price of piglets was 31.89 yuan/kg, also down 0.07% [35][38] - The price of soybean meal increased to 2,983 yuan/ton, up 1.86% week-on-week, driven by rising import costs [19][49] Key Recommendations - Recommended stocks in the pig sector include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff, and Juxing Agriculture [5][23] - In the feed sector, recommended stocks include Haida Group and New Hope [5][23] - For the pet sector, recommended stocks include Guibao Pet, Zhongchong Co., and Petty Co. [25][26]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The agricultural sector's public fund heavy holdings increased in Q2 2025, driven by US-China tariff disruptions, fundamental improvements, and policy catalysts [4][12] - The total market capitalization of the agricultural sector reached 1,320.8 billion, with a quarter-on-quarter increase of 6.80%, accounting for 1.74% of the A-share market [12][16] - The investment logic for the pig farming sector is improving, with expectations of a price increase in the second half of 2025 [20] Summary by Sections Public Fund Holdings - In Q2 2025, the public fund heavy holdings in the agricultural sector accounted for 0.47% of the total public stock investment, with a quarter-on-quarter increase of 0.07 percentage points [12][14] - The feed and breeding sub-sectors saw the most significant increase in public fund holdings, while other sub-sectors remained relatively stable [15] Individual Stocks - Leading companies in the feed and breeding sectors, such as Haida Group and Muyuan Foods, saw significant increases in their public fund holdings, with Haida Group's holdings rising by 51% to 12.44 billion [17][19] - The top public fund holdings in the agricultural sector for Q2 2025 were Haida Group, Muyuan Foods, and Wens Foodstuffs, with respective holdings of 12.44 billion, 6.64 billion, and 6.20 billion [19] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends investing in Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuffs, and other companies in the pig farming sector due to improving investment logic [20] - The feed sector is expected to benefit from strong overseas demand, with recommendations for Haida Group and New Hope [20] - The pet sector is highlighted for its growth potential, with recommendations for Guibao Pet and Zhongchong Co. [20]

Summary of the China Pet Food Sector Conference Call Industry Overview - The conference call focused on the **China Pet Food Sector**, discussing earnings previews and market dynamics for Q225. Key Companies Discussed 1. **Gambol** 2. **China Pet Foods (CPF)** 3. **Petpal** Core Insights and Arguments Market Performance - **Gambol** shares dropped over **15%** recently, while **China Pet Foods** fell more than **10%** due to: - **Overseas sales deceleration** attributed to tariffs, with pet food exports to the U.S. declining by **42% YoY** in April-May [2][3] - **Increased domestic competition** during the 618 festival, leading to deeper promotions and margin pressure [2] Earnings Expectations - **Gambol**: - Expected **Q225 overseas sales** to decline by **25% YoY** due to tariffs, while domestic sales are projected to grow by **30-35% YoY** [3] - Estimated **net profit** to remain flat YoY at **Rmb162 million** [3] - **China Pet Foods (CPF)**: - Anticipated **Q225 sales growth** of **13.5%**, with domestic sales up **30% YoY** and overseas sales up **10%** [4] - Projected **net profit** increase of **33% YoY** to **Rmb115 million** [4] - **Petpal**: - Expected **Q225 sales decline** of **9%**, with domestic sales down **11%** and overseas sales down **8%** due to tariffs [5] - Estimated **net profit** decrease of **11%** to **Rmb50 million** [5] Revisions and Valuations - **Gambol**: - Revenue estimates for **2025-27** revised down by **3.8-4.3%** and EPS cut by **13-14%** due to tariff uncertainties and increased promotions [6] - Price target reduced to **Rmb96.5** from **Rmb113.1**, implying a **53.5x 2025E PE** [6] - **Petpal**: - EPS for **2025-27** revised down by **6-7%** due to tariff pressures [6] - Price target lowered to **Rmb17.0** from **Rmb18.5**, implying a **30x 2025E PE** [6] Ratings - **China Pet Foods (CPF)**: Rated as **Buy** due to strong brand growth and North American capacity expansion [7] - **Gambol** and **Petpal**: Rated as **Neutral**, reflecting fair valuations and ongoing U.S. tariff uncertainty [7] Additional Important Points - Potential risks for the pet sector include: - Slower-than-expected expansion of domestic brands - Pet food safety issues - Profitability challenges due to price wars and rising raw material costs [23][24][25][26] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring tariff impacts and competitive dynamics in the pet food market [23][24][25][26]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Overweight" rating for the pet industry, indicating that the industry index is expected to outperform the market index by over 10% in the next six months [4]. Core Insights - The pet industry in China is projected to continue its rapid growth, with the urban pet consumption market expected to increase from 170.8 billion yuan in 2018 to 300.2 billion yuan by 2024, reflecting a CAGR of approximately 9.9% [3]. - The pet food market is anticipated to grow from 89.1 billion yuan to 158.5 billion yuan during the same period, with a CAGR of about 10.1% [3]. - The pet healthcare market, including vaccines and medications, is expected to see significant growth, with a projected increase from 8.54 billion yuan to 37.22 billion yuan, representing a CAGR of 27.8% [3]. - The report highlights that the pet ownership penetration rate in China is still relatively low compared to mature markets, indicating substantial room for growth [3]. Market Dynamics - The pet ownership demographic is shifting towards younger generations, with post-90s pet owners constituting 41.2% and post-00s pet owners rising to 25.6% [3]. - The report notes that the pet industry in China is characterized by a low concentration of market players, with the top three companies holding only 3.6% of the market share [3]. - The competitive landscape is fragmented, with numerous small and medium-sized enterprises alongside established brands like Guai Bao Pet and Zhong Chong Co [3]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on key players in the pet industry, including Guai Bao Pet (301498), Zhong Chong Co (002891), Yi Yi Co (001206), Yuan Fei Pet (001222), Tian Yuan Pet (301335), and Pu Lai Ke (603566) [3].

Core Viewpoint - The AI Fund Minsheng Jianyin Dividend Return Mixed Fund (690009) reported a profit of 2.2766 million yuan for Q2 2025, with a net asset value growth rate of 4.33% during the period [3] Fund Performance - As of the end of Q2 2025, the fund's scale was 54.2078 million yuan [15] - The fund's weighted average profit per share for the period was 0.1049 yuan [3] - The fund's unit net value as of July 21 was 2.505 yuan [3] - The fund's one-year cumulative net value growth rate was 6.05%, ranking 732 out of 880 comparable funds [3] - The fund's three-month net value growth rate was 4.02%, ranking 757 out of 880 comparable funds [3] - The fund's six-month net value growth rate was 5.25%, ranking 598 out of 880 comparable funds [3] - The fund's three-year net value growth rate was -23.05%, ranking 672 out of 871 comparable funds [3] Investment Strategy - The fund manager, Deng Kaicheng, maintains a positive outlook on value style and dividends, focusing on stable investments while seeking flexible dividend opportunities [3] - The fund continues to allocate a significant portion to the financial sector and actively seeks companies with improved operations and higher dividend payouts [3] Risk Metrics - The fund's three-year Sharpe ratio was -0.3336, ranking 749 out of 875 comparable funds [8] - The maximum drawdown over the past three years was 33.6%, ranking 513 out of 873 comparable funds [10] - The maximum drawdown in a single quarter occurred in Q1 2021, reaching 18.96% [10] Portfolio Composition - The average stock position over the past three years was 74.32%, compared to the industry average of 80.43% [13] - The fund reached its highest stock position of 77.33% at the end of H1 2024, with a lowest position of 35.27% at the end of Q1 2019 [13] - As of Q2 2025, the fund's top ten holdings included companies such as Chao Hong Ji, Zhong Chong Co., Runben Co., and Meidi Group [17]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the agricultural, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry [1][8][64] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights the long-term value reassessment opportunities in the pig industry, with expectations of price fluctuations in the range of 14-15 CNY/kg post-Chinese New Year 2025, indicating a potential downward trend in prices due to supply pressures [4][15] - The poultry sector is experiencing price declines, with a focus on marginal improvements in the cycle, while the animal health sector is expected to see performance recovery and investment opportunities in the pet medical industry [5][6][28] - The pet economy is thriving, with domestic brands rapidly emerging, and the report anticipates continued improvement in industry profitability [7][58] Summary by Sections 1. Pig Industry - The average price of pigs is currently around 14.6 CNY/kg, with a slight weekly decline [14] - The report recommends companies with low costs and strong financials, specifically highlighting Wens Foodstuffs, Muyuan Foods, and Juxing Agriculture [15][64] 2. Poultry Industry - The report notes a decline in poultry prices, with a focus on the cyclical improvements expected in the future [27] - Recommendations include Shennong Development and Lihua Stock [5][28] 3. Animal Health - The animal health sector is expected to see a recovery in performance, supported by the profitability of the pig farming industry [6][38] - Investment opportunities in the pet medical sector are highlighted, with a market size of approximately 840 billion CNY [7][38] 4. Planting Industry - The report indicates a decrease in wheat and corn prices, with recommendations for companies involved in genetically modified seeds [44][50] 5. Feed Industry - The total industrial feed production in the first half of 2025 reached 15,850 million tons, showing a year-on-year growth of 7.7% [48][50] - Recommendations include Haida Group and attention to He Feng Stock [50] 6. Pet Industry - The pet consumption market is projected to reach 300.2 billion CNY in 2024, with a growth rate of 7.5% [55][58] - Recommended companies in the pet food sector include Guai Bao Pet, Zhongchong Stock, and Petty Stock [58][64]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" outlook on the pig farming industry, emphasizing the long-term value of quality pig enterprises amidst the "anti-involution" trend [3][4]. Core Insights - The report highlights the slight increase in the breeding sow inventory in Q2 2025, indicating a potential adjustment in production capacity going forward [3]. - It notes the ongoing decline in average slaughter weights for pigs, suggesting a shift in market dynamics and the need for quality-focused investments [3]. - The report also discusses the recovery in the chicken breeding sector, with a noted increase in the price of broiler chicks, although challenges remain due to high inventory levels [3]. - In the pet food sector, the report indicates a stable growth trajectory despite some short-term sales fluctuations, with a focus on leading brands [3]. - The animal health segment is expected to see a recovery in performance driven by improved profitability in livestock farming and rising demand for vaccines [3]. Summary by Sections Pig Farming - The average price of pigs is reported at 14.39 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week decline of 2.0% [3]. - The average slaughter weight for pigs has decreased to 128.83 kg, down 0.2 kg from the previous week [3]. - The breeding sow inventory at the end of Q2 2025 is reported at 40.43 million heads, a slight increase of 40,000 heads from Q1 2025 [3]. Chicken Farming - The average price of broiler chicks has increased by 54.3% week-on-week to 1.25 CNY/chick [3]. - The average price of broiler chickens is reported at 3.15 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 3.3% [3]. - The report anticipates a potential rebound in chick prices during July and August, despite current inventory pressures [3]. Pet Food - The total sales of pet food during the 5-6 month period reached 5.83 billion CNY, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 6% [3]. - The cumulative sales for the first half of 2025 reached 14.91 billion CNY, showing a year-on-year increase of 12% [3]. - Leading brands are expected to continue outperforming the market, with a focus on product innovation and market leadership [3]. Animal Health - The report notes a 15.8% year-on-year increase in vaccine approvals, with a total of 9,128 batches approved from January to May 2025 [3]. - The recovery in livestock profitability is expected to drive demand for animal health products, particularly vaccines [3].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report highlights that the investment logic for live pigs is marginally improving, supported by both fundamental and policy factors, with expectations of rising prices in the second half of 2025 [25] - The domestic pet consumption market remains stable, but trade tensions have put pressure on exports, with a notable decline in sales and export figures [20][29] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - Short-term supply increases have led to a decline in pig prices, but after market adjustments, prices may rise further [4][13] - As of July 18, the average price of live pigs was 14.19 yuan/kg, down 3.34% from the previous week [13][14] Weekly Market Performance - The agriculture index underperformed the market by 0.83 percentage points, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.69% [30][32] - The animal health sector showed the highest gains among sub-sectors [30] Price Tracking - The average price of live pigs decreased to 14.27 yuan/kg, while the price of piglets increased slightly to 31.96 yuan/kg [41] - The price of corn decreased to 2473 yuan/ton, while soybean meal prices rose to 2928 yuan/ton [15][56] Key News - As of the end of Q2 2025, the number of breeding sows was reported at 40.43 million, with overall meat production showing a slight increase [38] - The report indicates a stable trend in domestic pet food sales, with a total of 31.87 billion yuan in sales for June, down 7.98% year-on-year [20][23] Recommendations - Recommended stocks in the pig farming sector include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others, while in the feed sector, Hai Da Group and New Hope Liuhe are highlighted [25][29]