Core Viewpoint - High Xin Retail reported a revenue of 30.5 billion yuan for 1HFY26, a year-on-year decrease of 12.1%, and a net loss of 120 million yuan, aligning with profit warning expectations. The performance was pressured by intensified market competition and a weak overall consumption environment. The new management outlined a three-year reform plan focusing on supply chain, store, and organizational changes, with a commitment from major shareholder Dehong Capital regarding cash flow and shareholder returns. The company declared an interim dividend of 0.085 HKD per share, with an expected annual dividend yield of approximately 9%, highlighting its defensive positioning in the consumer sector while awaiting the impact of reform measures on profitability [1][2][3]. Revenue and Sales Performance - The merchandise sales revenue was 29.08 billion yuan, down 12.4% year-on-year, primarily due to increased market competition and weak consumer spending leading to lower average transaction values. Same-store sales declined by 11.7%. Online channels showed resilience, with online order volume increasing by 7.4%, contributing to a 2.1% rise in online same-store sales. Rental income was 1.4 billion yuan, down 7.0% year-on-year, affected by rent reductions and ongoing tenant structure optimization. Membership fees generated 20 million yuan in revenue, up 28.6% year-on-year. The total number of hypermarket stores decreased by 3 to 462, while medium-sized supermarkets decreased by 1 to 32, with M membership stores remaining at 7. The company plans to actively seek new store openings while maintaining a stable total store count [1][2]. Profitability and Cost Management - The gross margin for 1HFY26 increased by 0.7 percentage points to 25.3%, attributed to the gradual elimination of long-tail SKUs, product mix optimization, and enhanced private label penetration. The sales expense ratio rose by 1.9 percentage points to 23.9%, while the management expense ratio decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 2.3%. The increase in sales expense ratio was due to operational leverage from declining revenue, while management expenses remained stable due to regional structure optimization and strict personnel cost control. Adjusted EBITDA margin decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 5.2%, and net profit margin decreased by 1.0 percentage points to -1.0% [2]. Strategic Initiatives - The company announced a three-year strategic plan aimed at driving transformation. Key initiatives include: 1. Product optimization through national procurement to reduce costs, with a focus on private labels that have seen over 50% sales growth in more than 50 categories. The goal is for private label contributions to reach 10% in three years. 2. Store transformation towards community life centers, with plans to complete over 30 store renovations in FY26 and over 200 by the end of the next fiscal year. 3. Enhancing online and offline synergy through the establishment of front warehouses, with plans to increase online sales contribution to 40-50% over the next three years [2]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - Given the ongoing intense market competition and the transitional phase involving short-term investments, the recovery of profitability may be delayed. The projected net profit for FY26-28 is 40 million, 440 million, and 710 million yuan, respectively. The target price is set at 2.18 HKD, based on a 45x PE for FY27E, reflecting a premium for the company's high dividend yield [3].

SUN ART RETAIL GROUP LIMITED 高鑫零售有限公司 (Incorporated in Hong Kong with limited liability) （於香港註冊成立之有限公司） (Stock Code 股份代號：6808) Dear non-registered shareholder(s), Sun Art Retail Group Limited (the "Company") - Notice of Publication of Circular together with Notice of Extraordinary General Meeting (collectively "Current Corporate Communications") The Company's Extraordinary General Meeting will be held at 24/F., Admiralty Centre 1, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong on Thursday, 4 December 2025 at 5:00 p ...

SUN ART RETAIL GROUP LIMITED 高鑫零售有限公司 (Incorporated in Hong Kong with limited liability) （於香港註冊成立之有限公司） (Stock Code 股份代號：6808) 14 November 2025 Dear registered shareholder(s), Sun Art Retail Group Limited (the "Company") - Notice of publication of Circular together with Notice and Form of Proxy of Extraordinary General Meeting (collectively "Current Corporate Communications") The Company's Extraordinary General Meeting will be held at 24/F., Admiralty Centre 1, 18 Harcourt Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong on Thur ...

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Core Viewpoint - UBS reports that Gao Xin Retail (06808) experienced a 12% year-on-year decline in revenue for the first half of the 2026 fiscal year, totaling 30.5 billion RMB, and recorded a net loss of 123 million RMB compared to a net profit of 206 million RMB in the same period last year [1] Financial Performance - The company faced one-time drag factors in the first half of the fiscal year, including an 84 million RMB decrease in interest income, costs related to business optimization in the Central China region, and reduced rental income during store renovations [1] - Gao Xin Retail declared an interim dividend of 0.085 HKD per share, with a total payout of 735 million HKD, resulting in a dividend yield of 4.5%, which aligns with market expectations and management guidance [1] Earnings Forecast and Target Price - Due to competitive pressures, one-time cost impacts, and negative tax effects, UBS has lowered its earnings per share forecast for Gao Xin Retail for the fiscal years 2026 to 2028 by 14% to 0.79 HKD [1] - The target price has been reduced from 2.7 HKD to 2.4 HKD, while maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]

Core Viewpoint - UBS reports that Gao Xin Retail (06808) experienced a 12% year-on-year decline in revenue for the first half of the 2026 fiscal year, totaling 30.5 billion RMB, resulting in a net loss of 123 million RMB compared to a net profit of 206 million RMB in the same period last year [1] Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the first half of the fiscal year decreased by 12% to 30.5 billion RMB [1] - Net loss recorded was 123 million RMB, contrasting with a net profit of 206 million RMB in the previous year [1] - One-time factors affecting performance included an 84 million RMB decrease in interest income, costs related to business optimization in Central China, and reduced rental income during store renovations [1] Dividend Announcement - The company declared an interim dividend of 0.085 HKD per share, with a total payout of 735 million HKD, resulting in a dividend yield of 4.5% [1] Earnings Forecast and Target Price - UBS has lowered the earnings per share forecast for Gao Xin Retail for the fiscal years 2026 to 2028 by 14% to 79% due to competitive pressures, one-time cost impacts, and negative tax effects [1] - The target price has been reduced from 2.7 HKD to 2.4 HKD, while maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 2.18 [1][10]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of RMB 30.5 billion for the first half of FY26, a year-on-year decrease of 12.1%, and a net loss attributable to shareholders of RMB 1.2 billion, which aligns with the profit warning range [6][10]. - The new management has outlined a three-year transformation plan focusing on supply chain, store, and organizational structure reforms, with a commitment to high dividend payouts [6][9]. - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.085 per share, with an expected annual dividend yield of approximately 9% [6]. Financial Performance - Revenue for FY26 is projected to be RMB 64.755 billion, reflecting a decline of 9.5% compared to the previous year [5][12]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be RMB 38.85 million for FY26, a significant drop of 90.41% year-on-year [5][12]. - The company’s gross margin improved by 0.7 percentage points to 25.3% due to product mix optimization and increased private label penetration [8][9]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is implementing a nationwide procurement model to enhance pricing power, with a goal of achieving a 10% contribution from private label sales over the next three years [9]. - Store renovations are underway to transform locations into community lifestyle centers, with plans to complete over 200 store renovations within three years [9]. - The company aims to increase online sales contribution to 40-50% over the next three years, supported by the establishment of front warehouses [9]. Market Conditions - The competitive landscape has intensified, leading to a decrease in average transaction value, with same-store sales declining by 11.7% [7][9]. - Online sales showed resilience with a 7.4% increase in order volume, contributing to a 2.1% growth in online same-store sales [7][9]. - Rental income decreased by 7.0% year-on-year due to ongoing tenant restructuring and temporary impacts from store renovations [7].

Core Viewpoint - UBS's research report indicates that Gao Xin Retail experienced a 12% year-on-year decline in revenue for the first half of fiscal year 2026, resulting in a net loss primarily due to reduced interest income, optimization costs in the Central China region, and decreased rental income during store renovations [1] Financial Performance - Gao Xin Retail reported a net loss for the first half of fiscal year 2026, attributed to several factors including reduced interest income and costs associated with business optimization and store renovations [1] - The company announced an interim dividend of HKD 0.085 per share, yielding a dividend rate of 4.5%, which aligns with market expectations [1] Earnings Forecast - UBS has revised its earnings per share (EPS) forecast for Gao Xin Retail downwards by 14% to 79% for the fiscal years 2026 to 2028 due to market competition, one-time costs, and tax impacts [1] - The target price for Gao Xin Retail has been adjusted from HKD 2.7 to HKD 2.4, while maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]