Core Viewpoint - The company acknowledges that its valuation has lagged behind industry indices and expresses confidence in its future development and value enhancement [1] Group 1: Company Performance and Valuation - The company has significantly underperformed all indices over the past year and continues to drag down major indices and sectors this year [1] - The company attributes its valuation to a combination of macroeconomic environment, industry cycle trends, market sentiment changes, and capital allocation preferences [1] - The company plans to focus on its core business to enhance performance and intrinsic value, aiming for high-quality development to better reward investors [1]

Core Viewpoint - The company expects growth in its breeding business by 2025, with significant increases in sales volumes for both meat chickens and pigs, despite concerns about the overall industry market conditions [2]. Group 1: Company Performance - The company's meat chicken sales (including live chickens, fresh products, and cooked food) are projected to increase by 7.87% year-on-year [2]. - The sales volume of pigs (including live pigs, fresh products, and piglets) is expected to rise by 34.11% year-on-year [2]. - As a result of these sales increases, the income of cooperative farmers involved in breeding is anticipated to improve [2]. Group 2: Industry Context - There are concerns regarding the overall market conditions for the industry in 2025, which may not align with the reported growth in farmer earnings [2]. - The inquiry from investors highlights a potential discrepancy between the company's positive outlook and the broader industry trends [2].

Core Viewpoint - The report from GF Securities indicates a significant increase in the total output of market pigs by listed companies in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 25% to 111.53 million heads, and a 30% increase to 90.39 million heads when excluding Muyuan Foods [1][3]. Group 1: Market Output - In December 2025, the total output of market pigs from listed companies reached 19.05 million heads, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 7.1% and a year-on-year increase of 11.3% [2]. - The output of market pigs from listed companies, excluding Muyuan Foods, was 12.07 million heads in December, with a month-on-month growth of 8.0% and a year-on-year growth of 35.7% [2][3]. - Major companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, New Hope Liuhe, and Dekang Agriculture showed varying month-on-month growth rates in December, with increases of 5.7%, 4.8%, 15.4%, and 4.1% respectively [3]. Group 2: Piglet Sales and Prices - The overall sales volume of piglets from listed companies saw a significant increase in 2025, with a notable rise in the proportion of piglet sales [2][4]. - The price of 7 kg piglets has rebounded to 307 RMB per head, attributed to the upcoming replenishment season and positive market sentiment regarding pig prices in the second half of 2026 [1][5]. - The average selling price of pigs in December was estimated at 11.53 RMB per kilogram, showing a month-on-month decline of 1.4% [4]. Group 3: Company Performance - In 2025, major companies reported the following cumulative outputs: Muyuan Foods at 77.98 million heads (+19%), Wens Foodstuff Group at 40.48 million heads (+34%), New Hope Liuhe at 17.55 million heads (+6%), and Dekang Agriculture at 10.83 million heads (+23%) [3]. - Smaller companies like Tangrenshen, Tiankang Biological, Shennong Group, and Juxing Agriculture also reported varying outputs, with Tangrenshen showing a year-on-year increase of 23% [3]. Group 4: Industry Outlook - The industry is currently facing cumulative losses, which may lead to continued reduction in pig production capacity [1][5]. - The breeding sow inventory decreased by 0.22% month-on-month in December, indicating potential challenges in production [5].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the positive trend in pig prices driven by the consumption peak season, with the average price of lean pigs reaching 12.49 CNY/kg, a 2.6% increase month-on-month [1] - The stock performance of the livestock breeding index shows mixed results, with leading stocks like Ruisheng Biological rising by 9.91% and the Livestock ETF priced at 0.68 CNY [1] - The overall pig farming sector is experiencing a "tug-of-war" state, where companies with cost advantages are more resilient in competition [1] Group 2 - According to Huaxi Securities, the average price of external three yuan pigs reached 12.7 CNY/kg, a week-on-week increase of 1.26%, indicating a steady rise in pig prices [2] - As of the end of October, the number of breeding sows in China was 39.9 million, a decrease of 1.1% month-on-month, reflecting ongoing adjustments in pig production capacity [2] - The self-breeding and external purchasing pig farming models have turned profitable, with profits of 7.39 CNY/head and 2.31 CNY/head respectively [2] Group 3 - The CSI Livestock Breeding Index (930707) includes companies involved in livestock feed, veterinary drugs, and livestock farming, reflecting the overall performance of listed companies in the livestock sector [2] - The top ten weighted stocks in the CSI Livestock Breeding Index account for 67.66% of the index, with major companies including Muyuan Foods, Haida Group, and Wens Foodstuffs [2]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Leading the Market - A" [6] Core Insights - The report highlights that the consumption peak for pork has not yet arrived, and attention should be paid to the rhythm of hog slaughtering by producers, which impacts pork prices [22][23] - The white feather broiler market is experiencing a downward trend in prices, with chick prices significantly lower due to insufficient parent stock and market pressures [34] - The aquaculture sector shows stable prices, with potential investment opportunities identified [41] Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Market Review - The agricultural sector experienced a decline of 3.27% this week, ranking 29th among the primary industries [14] - The animal health sector saw a notable increase, with a rise of 1.19% [17] 2. Industry Data Tracking 2.1. Swine Farming - The average price of live pigs is 12.69 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 1.60% and a two-week increase of 1.57% [21] - The average price of piglets is 425 CNY/head, with a week-on-week increase of 17.08% [21] - Daily average slaughter volume is 223,400 pigs, showing a week-on-week decrease of 1.27% [22] 2.2. Poultry Farming - The average price of white feather broilers is 7.59 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week decrease of 0.65% [34] - Chick prices have dropped to 2.74 CNY/bird, reflecting a significant week-on-week decrease of 23.68% [34] 2.3. Planting Sector - The average price of corn is 2359.57 CNY/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 0.26% [38] - The average price of domestic wheat is 2513.57 CNY/ton, remaining unchanged [38] 2.4. Aquaculture Sector - Prices for various aquatic products remain stable, with carp at 20.00 CNY/kg and crab at 260.00 CNY/kg, both showing no week-on-week change [41]

Group 1: Market Performance - A-shares experienced a slight increase with the consumer sector performing well, as evidenced by the leading consumer ETF (159928) rising by 0.39% and achieving a trading volume exceeding 360 million yuan [1] - The consumer ETF has seen a net subscription of 28 million units today, accumulating over 1.6 billion yuan in the past five days [1] Group 2: Economic Data - The National Bureau of Statistics reported that China's GDP for the year reached 14,018.79 billion yuan, reflecting a 5% growth year-on-year at constant prices [3] - In December 2025, the retail sales of consumer goods grew by 0.9% year-on-year, a decrease of 0.4 percentage points compared to November [3] - The per capita disposable income for residents in 2025 was 43,377 yuan, marking a nominal increase of 5% year-on-year, with a real growth of 5% after adjusting for price factors [3] Group 3: Consumer Trends and Policies - The focus on enhancing service consumption is evident, with a CAGR of approximately 9.6% in per capita service consumption from 2020 to 2024, expected to reach 46.1% of total consumption by 2024 [7] - The government aims to boost domestic demand and has outlined key tasks for 2026, emphasizing the importance of "domestic demand as the main driver" [3][7] - Policies are expected to support sectors such as elderly care, cultural tourism, and sports, with a focus on new consumption scenarios and enhancing service quality [4][8] Group 4: Investment Opportunities - The consumer ETF (159928) is noted for its resilience across economic cycles, with a TTM price-to-earnings ratio of 18.91, which is lower than 99% of the historical data over the past decade [4][9] - The top ten holdings in the consumer ETF account for over 68.55% of its weight, with significant representation from leading liquor brands and agricultural companies [9][10] - The Hong Kong Stock Connect Consumer 50 ETF (159268) is highlighted as an efficient investment vehicle for the consumer sector, particularly appealing to the younger generation [10]

Group 1 - The aquaculture sector increased by 0.75% on January 19, with Fucheng Co. leading the gains [1] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 4114.0, up 0.29%, while the Shenzhen Component Index closed at 14294.05, up 0.09% [1] - Key stocks in the aquaculture sector showed significant price increases, with Fucheng Co. rising by 6.21% to a closing price of 6.33 [1] Group 2 - The aquaculture sector saw a net inflow of 40.39 million yuan from main funds, while retail investors experienced a net outflow of 39.53 million yuan [2] - Major stocks like Wens Foodstuff reported a net inflow of 73.16 million yuan from main funds, indicating strong institutional interest [3] - Retail investors showed a negative trend in several stocks, with significant outflows from companies like Jingjidu Agricultural and Fucheng Co. [3]

Investment Rating - Industry Rating: Recommended [3] Core Insights - The pork price is rising due to the peak consumption season, and there is an expectation for accelerated destocking after the holiday [2][12] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs emphasizes the importance of agricultural modernization and the commercialization of genetically modified crops to enhance yield and self-sufficiency [1][11] - The report highlights the profitability recovery in pig farming, with self-breeding and purchased piglets turning profitable, indicating a short-term challenge for capacity destocking [2][12] Summary by Sections Planting Industry Chain - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs is supporting Shandong Province in enhancing grain production and agricultural modernization, focusing on rural revitalization and technological innovation [1][11] - Key recommended stocks in the planting sector include Beidahuang and Suqian Agricultural Development, with a focus on leading seed companies like Dabeinong and Longping High-Tech [1][11] Swine Farming - The average price of live pigs is 12.72 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 1.26%. The number of breeding sows is 39.9 million, showing a decrease of 1.1% month-on-month and 2.1% year-on-year [2][12] - The report suggests focusing on companies with significant cost improvements and high future output elasticity, including stocks like Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs [2][12] Key Agricultural Product Data Tracking - Corn: The average price is 2359.57 CNY/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 0.26% [24] - Wheat: The average price is 2513.57 CNY/ton, remaining stable week-on-week [27] - Soybeans: The average price is 4053.16 CNY/ton, with a slight increase of 0.12% [38] - Cotton: The average price is 15640.00 CNY/ton, with a week-on-week increase of 0.18% [43]

Investment Rating - Industry rating: Recommended [3] Core Insights - The pork price is rising due to the peak consumption season, and there is an expectation for accelerated destocking after the holiday [2][12] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs emphasizes the importance of agricultural modernization and the commercialization of genetically modified crops to enhance yield and self-sufficiency [1][11] - The report highlights the profitability recovery in pig farming, with self-breeding and purchased piglets turning profitable, indicating a short-term challenge for capacity destocking [2][12] Summary by Sections Planting Industry Chain - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs is supporting Shandong province in enhancing grain production and agricultural modernization, focusing on technology and innovation [1][11] - Key recommended stocks in the planting sector include Beidahuang and Suqian Agricultural Development, with a focus on genetically modified seed companies like Dabeinong and Longping High-Tech [1][11] Swine Farming - The average price of live pigs is 12.72 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 1.26% [2][12] - The number of breeding sows is 39.9 million, showing a decrease of 1.1% month-on-month and 2.1% year-on-year, indicating a steady adjustment in production capacity [2][12] - Recommended stocks in the swine sector include Muyuan Foods, WH Group, and others, with a focus on companies that show significant cost improvements and high future output elasticity [2][12]

Economic Information - Several smartphone manufacturers, including Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo, and Transsion, have lowered their annual shipment forecasts, with Xiaomi and OPPO reducing by over 20%, vivo by nearly 15%, and Transsion to below 70 million units [2] - Silver prices have surged over 50% in one month and over 150% in six months, impacting the photovoltaic industry, which consumes a significant amount of silver. The cost of raw materials for solar cells has increased by nearly 20% due to rising silver prices [2] - The company Xibei is expected to incur cumulative losses exceeding 600 million yuan from September 2025 to March 2026, leading to the closure of 102 stores, accounting for 30% of its total outlets [2] Company Alerts - Shenghong Technology anticipates a net profit increase of 260%-295% year-on-year for 2025, although Q4 performance fell short of expectations [4] - Cambridge Technology expects a net profit increase of 51%-67% year-on-year for 2025, with Q4 results also below expectations [4] - Multiple companies, including Weimait and Youyan Silicon, have announced plans to reduce their shareholdings by up to 4.98% and 3% respectively [4][11] Overseas Alerts - The three major U.S. stock indices collectively declined last Friday, with the Nasdaq China Golden Dragon Index dropping by 1.15%. Notable declines were seen in Chinese stocks such as Alibaba and JD.com [5] - The European Union is considering imposing tariffs on U.S. goods worth 93 billion euros in response to U.S. tariffs on eight European countries, which could take effect on February 6 if no agreement is reached [5]