Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [4] Core Views - The company reported a record high revenue of 8.8 billion RMB for the first half of FY25, representing a year-on-year increase of 17.8%, with net profit growing by 23.0% to 1.13 billion RMB [1] - The core business revenue increased by 22.7%, driven by the brand's down jacket segment, which achieved a revenue of 6.06 billion RMB [4] - The company has a strong brand presence and product development capabilities, leading to significant growth potential in the down apparel and summer product segments [5] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For FY25 H1, the company achieved a revenue of 8.8 billion RMB, operating profit of 1.47 billion RMB, and net profit of 1.13 billion RMB, all marking historical highs [1] - The net profit margin for FY25 H1 was 12.8%, continuing its upward trend [1] Business Segments - The main brand's revenue increased by 19.4% to 5.28 billion RMB, with a gross margin of 66.3% [4] - The OEM processing business grew by 13.4% to 2.32 billion RMB, while diversified apparel business revenue rose by 21.3% to 117 million RMB [4] Market Performance - The company has implemented a Top Store model and enhanced online-offline collaboration, resulting in a 24.1% increase in online sales revenue for the down jacket segment [5] - The company ranked second in Tmall's women's clothing and men's clothing categories during the 2024 Double Eleven shopping festival [5] Profit Forecast - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 3.53 billion RMB, 4.15 billion RMB, and 4.83 billion RMB for FY25, FY26, and FY27, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 14.94%, 17.38%, and 16.35% [5][7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 5.33, representing a potential upside of 29.06% from the current price of HKD 4.10 [4][3]. Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of RMB 8.8 billion for the first half of the 2024/2025 fiscal year, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 17.8%, primarily driven by strong growth in branded down jackets and OEM processing management [3]. - The gross profit margin slightly decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 49.9%, influenced by changes in product and brand mix as well as rising down costs [3]. - Operating profit increased by 19.6% to RMB 1.47 billion, benefiting from improved operational efficiency, with a notable 28.3% growth in operating profit excluding the women's wear segment [3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders reached RMB 1.13 billion, up 23% year-on-year, with a net profit margin improvement of 0.5 percentage points to 12.8% [3]. - The company plans to distribute an interim dividend of HKD 0.06 per share, with a payout ratio of 57.9% [3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Revenue for the first half of 2024/2025 was RMB 8.8 billion, up 17.8% year-on-year, with a gross profit margin of 49.9% [3]. - The operating profit margin improved to 14.7% with a total operating profit of RMB 1.47 billion [3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 1.13 billion, reflecting a 23% increase year-on-year [3]. Business Segments - Branded down jackets generated RMB 6.06 billion in revenue, a 22.7% increase, accounting for 68.9% of total revenue [3]. - OEM processing business revenue was RMB 2.32 billion, up 13.4%, representing 26.3% of total revenue [3]. - Women's wear segment revenue decreased by 21.5% to RMB 310 million, accounting for 3.5% of total revenue [3]. - Diversified apparel revenue increased by 21.3% to RMB 120 million, representing 1.3% of total revenue [3]. Market Outlook - The company aims to achieve revenue exceeding RMB 30 billion for the fiscal year 2025/2026, maintaining confidence in its growth strategy despite potential market uncertainties [3]. - The company continues to focus on enhancing brand value, optimizing operational quality, and innovating product development [3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 5.6 for the fiscal year 2024/25, based on a 16x PE ratio [1][4]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue increase of 17.8% year-on-year for FY25H1, reaching RMB 8.804 billion, and a net profit increase of 23% to RMB 1.13 billion, outperforming expectations [2][3]. - The brand's down jacket business saw a revenue growth of 22.7% to RMB 6.06 billion, with a slight decline in gross margin [2]. - The main brand, Bosideng, achieved a revenue of RMB 5.28 billion, up 19.4%, driven by strong sales of new product categories [2][3]. - The OEM business grew by 13.4% to RMB 2.32 billion, while the women's wear segment faced a decline of 21.5% to RMB 308 million due to ongoing industry challenges [2][3]. - The company is focusing on channel optimization and operational efficiency, with a reduction in the number of down jacket stores but an increase in self-operated stores [2][3]. Financial Summary - For the fiscal years 2022/23 to 2026/27, the company is projected to see significant revenue growth, with expected revenues of RMB 26.648 billion in 2024/25, growing to RMB 33.492 billion by 2026/27 [3][8]. - The net profit is expected to rise from RMB 3.601 billion in 2024/25 to RMB 4.524 billion in 2026/27, reflecting a strong growth trajectory [3][8]. - The gross margin is projected to remain stable around 59% over the next few years, indicating consistent profitability [3][11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 4.90, which corresponds to a PE ratio of approximately 14 times for FY25E [6][17]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue growth of 17.8% and a net profit growth of 23% for the first half of FY25, with total revenue reaching CNY 8.804 billion and net profit at CNY 1.130 billion [8][9]. - The main brands, Bosideng and Xuezhongfei, contributed nearly 90% of the business growth, while the women's clothing segment experienced a decline due to the consumer environment [4][9]. - The company has successfully expanded its self-operated channel for down jackets, achieving a growth of 36.7% [5][11]. - The inventory turnover days increased by 29 days to 189 days, reflecting the company's strategy to slow down the supply to distributors amid market uncertainties [13]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first half of FY25, the company achieved a gross profit of CNY 4.391 billion, with a gross margin of 49.9%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points year-on-year [8][10]. - The net profit margin improved to 12.8%, up by 0.5 percentage points year-on-year [8]. Revenue Breakdown - The down jacket business recorded revenue of CNY 6.063 billion, a year-on-year increase of 22.7%, accounting for 68.9% of total revenue [9][10]. - The OEM processing business generated CNY 2.316 billion, up 13.4%, while the women's clothing segment saw a decline of 21.5% to CNY 308 million [9]. Cost and Margin Analysis - The overall gross margin remained stable, with the main brands' margins improving, but the women's clothing and other brands' margins declining [10]. - Distribution expenses as a percentage of revenue decreased, contributing positively to net profit [10]. Strategic Initiatives - The company has invested in the Canadian luxury down jacket brand Moose Knuckles, enhancing its multi-brand matrix [15]. - New product lines, including sun protection clothing and multi-functional down jackets, have been introduced to capture off-season sales potential [14]. Future Outlook - Revenue projections for FY25E to FY27E are CNY 26.398 billion, CNY 29.856 billion, and CNY 33.477 billion, with expected growth rates of 13.7%, 13.1%, and 12.1% respectively [17]. - The company aims to maintain its growth trajectory through flexible supply chain management and strong marketing capabilities [16].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 8.804 billion HKD for FY2025H1, representing a year-on-year increase of 17.83%, and a net profit of 1.13 billion HKD, up by 23% [5][17] - The company maintains a high dividend payout ratio of over 50% and expects continued growth driven by product innovation, category expansion, and channel optimization [5][48] - The company is a leader in the down jacket market, with strong performance from its main brand Bosideng and the mid-range brand Xuezhongfei [5][20] Summary by Sections 1. FY2025H1 Performance - The company achieved a revenue of 88.04 billion HKD, with the main brand Bosideng generating 52.8 billion HKD (up 19.4%) and Xuezhongfei 3.9 billion HKD (up 47.1%) [5][20] - The online sales increased by 24.1% to 13.5 billion HKD, accounting for 22% of the down jacket revenue [23][24] 2. OEM Business - The OEM business generated 23.16 billion HKD, reflecting a growth of 13.39%, supported by stable core customer orders and new client acquisitions [28] 3. Women's Wear Business - The women's wear segment reported a revenue of 3.08 billion HKD, down 21.5%, primarily due to a sluggish market demand [29][30] 4. Diversified Clothing Business - The diversified clothing segment, particularly school uniforms, saw a revenue increase of 21.3% to 1.17 billion HKD, driven by enhanced regional coverage [32] 5. Profitability and Financial Metrics - The gross margin for FY2025H1 was 49.9%, with a net profit margin of 12.8%, reflecting operational efficiency improvements [36][39] - The company’s total operating expenses accounted for 34.57% of revenue, a slight increase from the previous period [36][38] 6. Inventory and Cash Flow - The inventory level rose to 59.39 billion HKD, with an average turnover period of 189 days, attributed to proactive raw material stocking [44] - The net cash flow from operations was -34.83 billion HKD, mainly due to increased procurement [44][47] 7. Earnings Forecast and Investment Recommendation - The company maintains its profit forecast, expecting net profits of 25.5 billion HKD, 29.5 billion HKD, and 33.9 billion HKD for FY2025-2027, with corresponding P/E ratios of 11.7, 10.1, and 8.9 [48]

证券研究报告·海外公司点评·纺织及服饰(HS) 波司登（03998.HK） FY2025H1 业绩点评：主品牌高质量增长，期 待旺季销售 2024 年 12 月 02 日 买入（维持） | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | |------------------------------|-------|-------|-------|-------|-------| | [Table_EPS] 盈利预测与估值 | 2023A | 2024A | 2025E | 2026E | 2027E | | 营业总收入（百万元） | 16774 | 23214 | 26428 | 30076 | 34180 | | 同比 (%) | 3.46 | 38.39 | 13.85 | 13.80 | 13.65 | | 归母净利润（百万元） | 2139 | 3074 | 3607 | 4100 | 4661 | | 同比 (%) | 3.70 | 43.74 | 17.35 | 13.66 | 13.68 | | EPS- 最新摊薄（元 / 股） | 0.19 | 0.28 | 0.33 ...

Summary of the Conference Call Company and Industry Overview - The conference call pertains to the Boston Group, a leading brand in the down jacket industry, focusing on fashion, functionality, and technological apparel. Key Points and Arguments 1. **Financial Performance**: The Boston Group reported a revenue increase of 17.8% for the first half of the 2024-25 fiscal year, with operating profit rising by 19.6% and net profit attributable to shareholders increasing by 23% [5][6][50]. 2. **Profit Growth**: The company has achieved a consistent trend where profit growth has outpaced revenue growth for seven consecutive years, indicating strong operational efficiency [5][6]. 3. **Segment Performance**: The down jacket segment saw a revenue increase of 22.7%, while the women's wear segment experienced a decline of 21.5%. The diversified clothing business grew by 21.3% [6][8]. 4. **Inventory Management**: Inventory levels increased by 53.4%, attributed to fluctuations in raw material prices and proactive stockpiling of down materials in anticipation of market demand [9][10]. 5. **Cash Flow**: The company reported a healthy cash flow position, with cash and cash equivalents amounting to 9.1 billion, an increase of approximately 1 billion from the previous year [10][11]. 6. **Market Strategy**: The company is focusing on enhancing its core down jacket business while reassessing its women's wear segment due to its underperformance in recent years [16][18]. 7. **Brand Development**: The Boston Group is committed to brand-led growth, emphasizing innovation and quality in product offerings, and has engaged in various marketing initiatives to strengthen brand recognition [21][22][54]. 8. **Digital Transformation**: The company is investing in digital systems to improve operational efficiency and supply chain management, aiming for a more integrated approach to inventory and sales [12][48]. 9. **Sustainability Initiatives**: The Boston Group is aligning its operations with sustainable practices and aims to lead in the sustainable fashion movement [50][52]. Additional Important Content 1. **Challenges in Women's Wear**: The overall decline in the high-end women's wear market has prompted the company to limit investments in this segment, focusing resources on more profitable areas [16][18]. 2. **Market Competition**: The company acknowledges increased competition in the down jacket market but believes its brand strength and operational strategies will help it navigate these challenges [32][33]. 3. **Future Outlook**: The management expressed confidence in achieving its annual targets despite external market pressures, citing strong brand loyalty and innovative product offerings as key drivers [30][51]. 4. **Product Innovation**: The introduction of new product categories, such as multifunctional jackets, has been well-received, contributing positively to overall sales growth [41][44]. This summary encapsulates the essential insights from the conference call, highlighting the Boston Group's financial performance, strategic focus, and market positioning within the apparel industry.

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" [2][3]. Core Views - The company achieved a net profit growth of 23% in the first half of the fiscal year, with a revenue increase of 18%. The brand's down jacket business performed particularly well, reflecting strong market leadership [2][8]. - Despite a challenging macroeconomic environment, the company continues to show robust growth, with historical highs in performance for the first half of the fiscal year [32]. - The company maintains a stable gross margin, with a slight year-on-year decrease of 0.1 percentage points to 49.9%, attributed to changes in sales structure and product mix [8][15]. Summary by Relevant Sections Financial Performance - For the first half of the fiscal year ending September 30, the company reported a revenue of 8.8 billion yuan, up 17.8% year-on-year, and a net profit of 1.13 billion yuan, up 23% year-on-year [2][8]. - The revenue breakdown includes brand down jackets (6.06 billion yuan, +22.7%), OEM processing (2.32 billion yuan, +13.4%), women's wear (310 million yuan, -21.5%), and diversified clothing (170 million yuan, +21.3%) [8][9]. Profitability Metrics - The operating profit margin improved by 0.2 percentage points to 16.7%, while the net profit margin increased by 0.5 percentage points to 12.8% [8][15]. - The company’s gross margin for brand down jackets was 61.1%, with slight declines in OEM processing and women's wear margins [15][27]. Inventory and Cash Flow - Inventory increased by 53.4% year-on-year, with inventory turnover days rising by 29 days to 189 days, primarily due to rising down prices and proactive inventory management [23][26]. - The company maintains a strong cash flow position and plans to distribute an interim dividend of 0.06 HKD per share [2][8]. Growth Drivers - New product categories, such as sun protection clothing and functional jackets, are contributing to revenue growth, with online sales for brand down jackets increasing by 24% [26][32]. - The company is optimizing its offline channel quality, closing 29 stores to focus on enhancing the performance of top stores, resulting in significant revenue growth per store [26][32]. Future Outlook - The company forecasts net profits of 3.6 billion, 4.1 billion, and 4.6 billion yuan for FY2025, FY2026, and FY2027, respectively, reflecting growth rates of 17.1%, 13.5%, and 11.6% [33][32]. - The target price is maintained at 5.1 to 5.5 HKD, corresponding to a PE ratio of 15-16x for FY2025, indicating a favorable investment opportunity in the undervalued, high-growth, and high-dividend yielding sector of down jackets [32][33].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company achieved high-quality growth in the first half of the fiscal year 2024/25, with revenue and net profit increasing by 17.8% and 23.0% year-on-year, respectively [1] - The company continues to focus on its main brand and product categories, enhancing its market position and operational efficiency [4] - The company is expected to perform well in the winter sales season, leveraging its leading position in the down jacket market [5] Financial Performance Summary - Revenue for the first half of fiscal year 2024/25 reached 8.8 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth of 17.8% [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.13 billion RMB, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 23.0% [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the period was 0.1 RMB, with a proposed interim dividend of 0.06 HKD per share [1] - Gross margin for the first half of the fiscal year was 49.9%, a slight decrease of 0.1 percentage points year-on-year [1] - Operating profit margin improved by 0.2 percentage points to 16.7%, while net profit margin increased by 0.5 percentage points to 12.8% [1] Business Segment Performance - The main business segments include brand down jackets, OEM processing, women's wear, and diversified clothing, with revenue contributions of 68.9%, 26.3%, 3.5%, and 1.3%, respectively [1] - Revenue growth rates for these segments were +22.7%, +13.4%, -21.5%, and +21.3% year-on-year [1] - The brand down jacket segment saw revenue growth driven by the main brand Bosideng, which accounted for 87.1% of the down jacket business [1] Market Strategy and Outlook - The company is enhancing its product innovation and expanding its market presence, particularly in the high-end segment through acquisitions and strategic investments [4] - The focus remains on strengthening brand leadership, category management, channel operations, and customer experience [4] - The company anticipates continued strong sales performance as it enters the winter season, supported by its diversified product offerings [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a strong performance relative to the market [8][9]. Core Insights - The company reported record high mid-term revenue and net profit for FY25, with revenue increasing by 17.8% to 8.8 billion RMB and net profit rising by 23.0% to 1.13 billion RMB, aligning with expectations [8][13]. - The down jacket business saw over 20% growth, with revenue increasing by 23% to 6.06 billion RMB, while the gross margin slightly decreased by 0.1 percentage points due to a shift in sales mix [8]. - The self-operated channel led growth, with revenue from this segment increasing by 37% to 2.26 billion RMB, showcasing the company's genuine growth capabilities [8]. - Effective cost control contributed to a steady improvement in profitability, with the operating profit margin rising by 0.2 percentage points to 16.7% [8][15]. - The company has a solid asset quality with ample cash reserves, enhancing its risk resilience, as cash net value increased to 6.4 billion RMB from 5.5 billion RMB year-on-year [8]. Financial Summary - For FY25E, the company expects revenue of 16.77 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth rate of 38% [7]. - The projected net profit for FY25E is 2.14 billion RMB, reflecting an 18% year-on-year growth [7]. - The earnings per share (EPS) is anticipated to be 0.20 RMB for FY25E, with a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 19 [7].