Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" [6] Core Views - The company reported a 42.5% year-on-year growth in net profit attributable to shareholders for the first half of the fiscal year 2026, driven by product and store efficiency optimization, as well as an increase in gross margin [1][3] - Same-store sales continued to show double-digit growth from October 1 to November 21, indicating a sustained positive trend [1] - The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.55 per share, with a payout ratio of 52% [1] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For the first half of the fiscal year 2026, the company achieved revenue of HKD 6.843 billion, a year-on-year increase of 25.6%, and a net profit of HKD 619 million, reflecting a growth of 42.5% [1] - The gross margin improved by 2 percentage points to 34.7%, reaching a historical high, benefiting from rising gold prices and an increased proportion of high-margin priced jewelry [2] - The retail business revenue grew by 12.8%, accounting for 76.8% of total revenue, while wholesale business revenue surged by 190.6%, making up 16.3% of total revenue [2] Business Segmentation - The revenue from weight-based products increased by 11%, while fixed-price products saw a growth of 67.9%, with the latter's share rising by 8.8 percentage points to 35.7%, and the proportion of priced gold is expected to reach around 25% [2] - The revenue from the mainland China market grew by 54.2%, accounting for 43.6% of total revenue, while revenue from Hong Kong, Macau, and overseas markets increased by 9.9%, making up 56.4% [2] Future Outlook - The company is expected to continue benefiting from product innovation, channel optimization, and accelerated overseas development, with projected net profits of HKD 1.501 billion, HKD 1.787 billion, and HKD 2.028 billion for fiscal years 2026, 2027, and 2028, respectively [3][4] - The price-to-earnings ratio (PE) is projected to be 9.5, 8.0, and 7.1 for the fiscal years 2026, 2027, and 2028, indicating a favorable valuation [3][4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [5][10]. Core Insights - The company's same-store sales continue to improve, driven by pricing jewelry and its first entry into the Vietnamese market [2][3]. - The company plans to increase its overseas store count and expand into at least three new countries over the next three years [10]. Financial Performance - For FY26H1, the company reported revenue of HKD 6.843 billion, a year-on-year increase of 25.6%, with a gross profit of HKD 2.373 billion, up 33.2% year-on-year, resulting in a gross margin of 34.7% [10]. - The operating profit reached HKD 780 million, reflecting a 45.4% year-on-year increase, with an operating margin of 11.4% [10]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was HKD 619 million, a 42.5% increase year-on-year, with a net margin of 8.8% [10]. Same-Store Sales and Market Expansion - Overall same-store sales increased by 7.7% year-on-year in FY26H1, with gold and platinum same-store sales up 2.7% and pricing jewelry same-store sales up 22.2% [10]. - The company plans to add 20 new stores overseas in FY26 and aims to increase its global store count [10]. Profitability and Cost Management - The gross margin improved to 34.7%, benefiting from rising gold prices and an increased proportion of pricing jewelry sales [10]. - The sales expense ratio decreased to 16.3%, and the administrative expense ratio fell to 2.7%, indicating effective cost management [10]. Financial Projections - The forecast for net profit attributable to shareholders for FY26, FY27, and FY28 is HKD 1.578 billion, HKD 1.800 billion, and HKD 1.977 billion, respectively [10]. - The report assigns a target price of HKD 40.35 based on a 15x PE ratio for FY26 [10].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a significant increase in revenue and profit due to effective product differentiation and sales strategies, leading to a 25.6% rise in total revenue to HKD 6.84 billion [1][2]. Financial Performance - Total revenue increased by 25.6% to HKD 6,843,384,000 compared to HKD 5,448,634,000 in the previous year [1]. - Gross profit rose by 33.2% to HKD 2,373,233,000, with an overall gross margin increase of 2.0 percentage points to a historical high of 34.7% [1][2]. - Operating profit increased by 45.4% to HKD 779,648,000, with an operating margin improvement of 1.6 percentage points to 11.4% [1][2]. - Net profit rose by 44.1% to HKD 601,190,000, with a net profit margin increase of 1.1 percentage points to 8.8% [1][2]. - Earnings attributable to equity holders increased by 42.5% to HKD 619,186,000, resulting in a basic earnings per share increase of 41.9% to HKD 1.05 [1][2]. Dividend and Payout - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.55 per share, maintaining the same dividend as the previous year, with a payout ratio of 52% [2]. Sales Performance - Retail revenue increased by 12.8% to HKD 5,255,286,000, accounting for 76.8% of total revenue [2]. - Wholesale revenue surged by 190.6% to HKD 1,117,398,000, representing 16.3% of total revenue [2]. - Same-store sales growth was recorded at +7.7%, with significant improvements in the mainland market [5][6]. Market Expansion - The company opened 8 new overseas stores and entered the Vietnamese market for the first time [1]. - The company plans to focus on overseas market expansion, market-oriented products, and operational efficiency optimization as part of its new three-year corporate strategy starting from the 2025/26 fiscal year [6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6][5]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of HKD 6.84 billion for FY26H1, representing a year-on-year increase of 25.6%, and a net profit of HKD 600 million, up 44.1%, aligning with previous forecasts [1]. - The growth in revenue is attributed to effective product differentiation and sales strategies, particularly in the pricing jewelry segment, which saw a revenue increase of 67.9% [2]. - The company plans to distribute an interim dividend of HKD 0.55 per share, with a payout ratio of 52%, indicating a commitment to shareholder returns [1]. Revenue Breakdown - By product, revenue from gold and platinum products was HKD 4.10 billion, up 11.0%, while pricing jewelry revenue reached HKD 2.28 billion, up 67.9%, increasing its share of total sales by 8.8 percentage points to 35.7% [2]. - Retail business revenue was HKD 5.26 billion, up 12.8%, and wholesale revenue surged to HKD 1.12 billion, up 190.6%, driven by increased product categories and strong demand for new items [2]. - Regionally, revenue from Hong Kong, Macau, and overseas markets was HKD 3.86 billion, up 9.9%, while mainland China revenue was HKD 2.98 billion, up 54.2% [2]. Profitability and Margin Analysis - The company's gross margin improved by 2.0 percentage points to 34.7%, reaching a historical high, with gold and platinum products' gross margin increasing by 2.8 percentage points to 30.3% [3]. - The net profit margin increased by 1.1 percentage points to 8.8%, supported by operational leverage and a decrease in selling and administrative expense ratios [3]. Store Expansion and Market Strategy - The company operated a total of 3,113 stores globally, with 3,000 in mainland China and 113 in Hong Kong, Macau, and overseas, closing 174 stores in the first half of FY26 [4]. - The company is nearing the end of its store closure phase and plans to open at least 50 new overseas stores by FY28, including its first entry into the Vietnamese market [4]. Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The net profit forecasts for FY26 to FY28 have been raised by 5% to 6%, now projected at HKD 1.55 billion, HKD 1.73 billion, and HKD 1.92 billion respectively [5]. - The target price is set at HKD 35.10, corresponding to a 14x PE for FY26, reflecting the company's improving same-store sales and balanced regional coverage [5].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's revenue increased by 25.6% to HKD 6.8 billion compared to the same period last year [3] - Operating profit margin rose by 1.6 percentage points to 11.4%, boosting operating profits by 45.4% to HKD 518 million [4] - Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 42.5% to HKD 619 million, with basic earnings per share rising by 41.9% to HKD 1.05 [4] - Gross profit increased by 33.2% to HKD 2.37 billion, with overall gross margin reaching a record high of 34.7% [5][4] - Net borrowings increased by 282% to around HKD 1.1 billion, primarily due to increased gold losses [6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retailing revenue increased by 12.8% to HKD 5.26 billion, accounting for 76.8% of total revenue [8] - Wholesale revenue rose significantly by 119.6% to HKD 1.12 billion, turning a profit of HKD 108 million [9] - Licensing income increased by 16.6% to HKD 471 million, contributing 6.9% of total revenue [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from the Hong Kong/Macau/Overseas market increased by 9.9% to HKD 3.86 billion, accounting for 56.4% of total revenue [6] - Revenue from the mainland market surged by 54.2% to HKD 2.98 billion, representing 43.6% of total revenue [8] - Retailing revenue in the mainland increased by 23.6% to HKD 1.5 billion, but recorded a selling loss of HKD 14 million due to gold hedging losses [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has initiated a three-year corporate strategy focusing on overseas market expansion, market-oriented products, and operational efficiency enhancement [17] - Plans to enter at least three additional countries and add a net of 50 overseas shops within three years [18] - The company aims to optimize product mix and enhance product differentiation to meet diverse customer needs [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that despite geopolitical tensions and rising gold prices, the group's performance remained strong across all regions [3] - The company expects double-digit growth in simple sales to continue in the second half of the financial year [40] - Management remains optimistic about future growth and network expansion, particularly in overseas markets [66] Other Important Information - The average international gold price increased by nearly 91% year-on-year, impacting sales by weight but increasing gross margins [10] - The company has integrated ESG principles into its corporate planning and operational decision-making processes [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you compare November sales momentum versus October? - Management indicated that overall simple sales growth for the mainland market exceeded 30% in November, with fixed-price jewelry products growing faster than gold sales by weight [36] Question: What is the guidance for simple sales growth for the second half? - Management expects double-digit growth to continue in the second half, despite a higher base from the previous year [40] Question: What is the outlook for gold loan hedging loss for the second half? - Management stated that hedging loss is not expected to significantly impact overall performance, as revenue and profit are rising [50] Question: What are the drivers behind the strong performance in wholesale revenue? - The shift in strategy to include exclusive and promotional products in the wholesaling business has driven significant revenue growth [56] Question: What are the plans for entering new markets? - Management has plans to enter new markets in Europe and Southeast Asia, with at least two new countries expected next year [72]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's revenue increased by 25.6% to HKD 6.8 billion compared to the same period last year [3] - Operating profit margin rose by 1.6 percentage points to 11.4%, boosting operating profits by 45.4% to HKD 518 million [4] - Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 42.5% to HKD 619 million, with basic earnings per share rising by 41.9% to HKD 1.05 [4] - Gross profit increased by 33.2% to HKD 2.37 billion, while operating expenses rose by 12.4% to around HKD 1.3 billion [5] - The overall gross margin increased by 2 percentage points to 34.7%, marking a record high for both interim and annual results [4][5] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retailing revenue increased by 12.8% to HKD 5.26 billion, accounting for 76.8% of total revenue [8] - Wholesale revenue rose significantly by 119.6% to HKD 1.12 billion, turning a profit of HKD 108 million [9] - Licensing income increased by 16.6% to HKD 471 million, contributing 6.9% of total revenue [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from the Hong Kong/Macau/Overseas market increased by 9.9% to HKD 3.86 billion, accounting for 56.4% of total revenue [6] - Revenue from the mainland market surged by 54.2% to HKD 2.98 billion, representing 43.6% of total revenue [8] - Retailing revenue in the mainland increased by 23.6% to HKD 1.5 billion, but recorded a selling loss of HKD 14 million due to gold hedging losses [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has set a new three-year corporate strategy focusing on overseas market expansion, market-oriented products, and operational efficiency enhancement [17] - Plans to enter at least three additional countries and add a net of 50 overseas shops within three years [18] - The company aims to optimize product mix and enhance product differentiation to meet diverse customer needs [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that despite geopolitical tensions and rising gold prices, the group's performance remained strong across all regions [3] - The company expects double-digit growth to continue in the second half of the financial year [40] - Management is optimistic about future growth and network expansion, particularly in overseas markets [66] Other Important Information - The company experienced a net decrease of 174 shops globally, including 173 Luk Fook shops and one 3DG Jewelry shop [4] - The average international gold price increased by nearly 91% year-on-year, impacting sales by weight [10] - The company has integrated ESG principles into its corporate planning and operational decision-making processes [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you compare November sales momentum versus October? - Management indicated that overall sales growth in the mainland market exceeded 30% in November, with fixed-price jewelry products growing faster than gold sales by weight [36] Question: What is the guidance for simple sales growth for the full year of FY 2026? - Management expects double-digit growth to continue in the second half of the year, despite a higher base [40] Question: What is the outlook for gross profit margin next year? - Management stated that if gold prices stabilize, the gross margin would return to standard levels, but they anticipate maintaining a record high gross margin in the second half [44][48] Question: What are the drivers behind the strong performance in wholesale revenue? - The company shifted exclusive and promotional products into the wholesaling business, leading to significant revenue increases [56] Question: How long will the current trend of store closures in mainland China continue? - Management expects a net reduction of around 200 shops for the full year, with fewer closures anticipated in the second half [65]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The group's revenue increased by 25.6% to HKD 6.8 billion compared to the same period last year [3] - Operating profit margin rose by 1.6 percentage points to 11.4%, boosting operating profits by 45.4% to HKD 518 million [4] - Profit attributable to equity holders increased by 42.5% to HKD 619 million, with basic earnings per share rising by 41.9% to HKD 1.05 [4] - Overall gross margin increased by 2 percentage points to 34.7%, marking a record high for both interim and annual results [4][5] - Inventory balance grew to around HKD 12.3 billion, with inventory turnover days increasing by over 60 days year-on-year [5][6] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retailing revenue increased by 12.8% to HKD 5.26 billion, accounting for 76.8% of total revenue [8] - Wholesale revenue rose significantly by 119.6% to HKD 1.12 billion, turning selling profit from a loss to a profit of HKD 108 million [9] - Licensing income increased by 16.6% to HKD 471 million, driven by improved sales in the mainland [9] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from the Hong Kong/Macau/Overseas market increased by 9.9% to HKD 3.86 billion, accounting for 56.4% of total revenue [6] - Revenue from the mainland market surged by 54.2% to HKD 2.98 billion, accounting for 43.6% of total revenue [7] - Retailing revenue in the mainland increased by 23.6% to HKD 1.5 billion, despite selling losses due to gold hedging [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company has set a new three-year corporate strategy focusing on overseas market expansion, market-oriented products, and operational efficiency enhancement [17] - Plans to enter at least three additional countries and add a net of 50 overseas shops within three years [18][19] - Emphasis on product differentiation and optimizing product mix to cater to both premium and affordable luxury segments [20] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted that despite geopolitical tensions and rising gold prices, the group's performance remained strong across all regions [3] - The company expects to see continued double-digit growth in simple sales for the second half of the financial year [36] - Management is optimistic about future growth and network expansion, particularly in overseas markets [45] Other Important Information - The company experienced a net decrease of 174 shops globally, including 173 Luk Fook shops and one 3DG Jewelry shop [4] - The average international gold price increased by nearly 91% year-on-year, impacting sales by weight [10] - The company has integrated ESG principles into its corporate planning and operational decision-making processes [26] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you compare November sales momentum versus October? - Management indicated that overall simple sales growth for the mainland market exceeded 40% from October to November, with self-operated shops showing mid-teen growth and licensed shops over 40% [32] Question: What is the sales momentum by products for November? - Fixed-price jewelry products are growing faster than gold sales by weight, with gold sales by weight increasing faster in November compared to fixed-price jewelry [33][34] Question: What is the guidance for simple sales growth for the full year of FY 2026? - Management expects double-digit growth to continue in the second half, despite a higher base in the second half compared to the first [36] Question: What is the outlook for gross profit margin next year? - Management anticipates maintaining a high gross margin due to the new VAT policy and lower cost inventory, with expectations for a record high margin in the second half [39] Question: What are the drivers behind the strong performance in wholesale revenue? - The shift in strategy to include exclusive and promotional products in the wholesaling business has driven significant revenue growth [41]

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