Report Industry Investment Rating The provided content does not mention the report industry investment rating. Core Viewpoints - In the future week, the net payment scale of government bonds will decline, and the tax period will disrupt the capital market. Considering the central bank's care for the capital market and the adequacy of its toolbox, the capital market is expected to maintain a balanced and slightly loose operation [1]. - In the future week, the maturity scale of certificates of deposit (CDs) will exceed one trillion, with significant supply pressure. However, the central bank's second - round injection of medium - and long - term funds is expected to marginally relieve the issuance pressure of CDs, and CD yields may show a fluctuating downward trend [1]. - Funds have become the main buyer of interest - rate bonds, with a significant increase in net buying volume in the past week, while rural commercial banks have become the main seller [1]. Summary by Directory 1. Weekly Liquidity Tracking 1.1 Fund Review: The Central Bank Announces Another Injection of Medium - and Long - term Liquidity - In the statistical period (June 9 - 13, 2025), 7 - day reverse repurchase funds of 930.9 billion yuan matured, and the central bank injected 858.2 billion yuan of 7 - day funds, resulting in a net withdrawal of 7.27 billion yuan for the whole week, and the OMO stock decreased to 858.2 billion yuan. The central bank announced a second - round 40 - billion - yuan outright reverse repurchase operation for the next week, achieving a net injection for the whole month [10]. - During the statistical period, the spot exchange rate of the RMB against the US dollar depreciated by 1.52 basis points due to the uncertainty of US tariffs and the increasing expectation of a Fed rate cut [10]. - In terms of government bond progress, in the past week, the net financing of treasury bonds was 262.06 billion yuan, and the net financing since the beginning of the year was 3.10409 trillion yuan, completing 46.6% of the annual plan. The issuance of new local bonds was 8.372 billion yuan, and the issuance since the beginning of the year was 2.00893 trillion yuan, completing 38.6% of the annual plan, with a slowdown in the issuance speed. As of June 13, 1.68 trillion yuan of special refinancing bonds for replacing implicit debts had been issued, completing 84.2% of the annual plan [13]. - In terms of capital structure, the lending scale of state - owned and joint - stock banks increased significantly to over 4.5 trillion yuan, the lending scale of money market funds and wealth management products decreased, and the overall borrowing scale of non - banking institutions decreased slightly. The DR series declined, with overnight rates operating near the policy rate, and the spread between 7 - day rates and the policy rate narrowed to 10bp. The R series rose, and the liquidity stratification increased slightly but remained at a low level. The capital market showed a situation of "increasing volume and decreasing price" throughout the week, with a marginal tightening feeling on Thursday and Friday, and a balanced feeling for the whole week [15]. 1.2 CD Review: The Secondary - Market Interest Rate of CDs Declined Slightly, and the Demand from Core Buyers Strengthened - In the primary market, the net financing scale of inter - bank CDs was - 16.226 billion yuan in the statistical period, with a total issuance of 104.137 billion yuan and a maturity of 120.363 billion yuan. In the next three weeks, 102.164 billion, 113.781 billion, and 24.579 billion yuan of inter - bank CDs will mature respectively. The primary issuance rate decreased slightly, with an average issuance rate of 1.6744% (previous value: 1.7106%) [18]. - In the secondary market, core buyers such as funds and wealth management products continued to increase their holdings, money market funds changed from selling to buying, large - scale banks continued to reduce their holdings, city commercial banks and rural commercial banks changed from buying to selling, and insurance and other non - banking institutions and other product accounts continued to increase their holdings. The secondary - market yields of CDs fluctuated and declined slightly during the week, and the yield curve steepened slightly. The yields of 1M/3M/6M/9M/1Y CDs changed by - 1.78BP/ - 2.00BP/ - 1.50BP/ - 1.05BP/ - 0.91BP respectively [20]. 1.3 Next - Week Focus: The Central Bank's Firm Care for the Capital Market and the Marginal Relief of CD Issuance Pressure - In terms of the capital market, the May social financing data showed that the credit demand of residents and enterprises had recovered compared with April, with a weak stabilization of overall credit demand. The increase in government bond supply drove the stable growth of social financing, which is expected to support the key period of fiscal expenditure in June. After the deposit rate cut in May, the phenomenon of deposit transfer emerged, with a significant increase in non - banking deposits. The central bank announced a second - round injection of 40 billion yuan of 6 - month outright repurchase in the middle of the month. Combined with the previous 100 - billion - yuan 3 - month outright repurchase and the 120 - billion - yuan maturity this month, the net injection of outright reverse repurchases for the whole month was 20 billion yuan. The central bank's small - scale net withdrawal in open - market operations in the past two weeks also showed its care for the capital market. It is expected that the market will price a positive signal on June 16, but the amplitude will be smaller than that on June 6. In the next week, the net payment scale of government bonds will decline, and the tax period will disrupt the capital market. Considering the central bank's care and the adequacy of its toolbox, the capital market is expected to maintain a balanced and slightly loose operation [24]. - In terms of CDs, on the supply side, the net financing of CDs remained negative in the past week. The central bank's injection of medium - and long - term liquidity relieved the liability pressure of banks, and the primary - market interest rate of CDs decreased slightly. On the demand side, the demand from core buyers strengthened marginally, and the secondary - market yields of CDs fluctuated and declined slightly during the week. In the next week, the maturity scale of CDs will exceed one trillion, with significant supply pressure. However, the central bank's second - round injection of medium - and long - term funds is expected to marginally relieve the issuance pressure of CDs, and CD yields may show a fluctuating downward trend [25]. 2. Weekly Institutional Behavior Tracking Recent Considerations on Institutional Assets and Liabilities - The trends of the active bonds of 10 - year and 30 - year treasury bonds deviated significantly at times recently. The main reasons are that the supply rhythms of 10 - year and 30 - year treasury bonds were staggered in June, and the weak sentiment in the primary - market allocation disturbed the secondary - market. Since the beginning of the second quarter, interest rates have mainly fluctuated within a narrow range, and institutions had a strong desire to increase duration to obtain excess returns during the window of loose liquidity at the beginning of June. The trading volume of 30 - year treasury bonds increased more significantly than that of 10 - year treasury bonds. Looking forward, there will be no issuance pressure for 10 - year treasury bonds in the second half of June, and the capital price still shows certain volatility. The window period for institutions to increase duration may end, and the performance of 30 - year treasury bonds may not continue to outperform [27]. - The rotation of the bond - replacement market of China Development Bank (CDB) bonds has been very fast recently. When the bond - replacement of CDB active bonds accelerates, the volatility of new bonds will also increase. Therefore, the spread between 10 - year CDB bonds and 10 - year treasury bonds has fluctuated significantly recently. In the short term, old bonds may be safer to avoid volatility [28]. Key Review of Institutional Secondary - Market Transactions - Large - scale banks continued to buy treasury bonds with a maturity of less than 3 years, with a buying volume of about 77.6 billion yuan in the past week [31]. - Funds have become the main buyer of interest - rate bonds, with a net buying volume of about 160.4 billion yuan in the past week, showing a significant increase. Rural commercial banks have become one of the main sellers, with a net selling volume of about 109.2 billion yuan in the past week [31]. - The main buyers of CDs are money market funds, wealth management products, and other products, while the main sellers are city commercial banks and securities firms [31]. - The net buying volume of main non - banking buyers of credit bonds increased. Funds, wealth management products, and other products were the main net buyers, with funds having the largest increase. Since late March, the net buying volume of credit bonds with a maturity of less than 3 years has been generally stable, while the net buying volume of ultra - long - term credit bonds with a maturity of more than 5 years has fluctuated greatly, and the main non - banking buyers increased their buying volume significantly in the past week [31]. - For secondary - tier capital bonds, funds with a maturity of less than 2 years changed to net sellers, with a net selling volume of about 4.9 billion yuan in the past week, while wealth management products and other products changed to net buyers. The main buyers of 2 - 5 - year secondary - tier capital bonds continued to increase their buying volume, with funds having the largest net buying volume of about 36.2 billion yuan, and the banking system was the main net seller. The trading of 5 - 10 - year secondary - tier capital bonds remained light [31]. High - Frequency Data Tracking of Bond Market Micro - Structure - On June 13, the spread between 10 - year CDB bonds and 10 - year treasury bonds was 5.92bp, and the spread fluctuated and widened. The spread between 1 - year CDB bonds and R001 was 1.87BP, and the yield of short - term bonds was slightly higher than the capital price [33]. - The leverage ratio of the bond market in the week before the holiday was 107.72%, continuing to rise month - on - month [35].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [4] Core Viewpoints - The company is enhancing its growth through both internal development and external acquisitions, specifically through the acquisition of a 55% stake in Zhuhai Jiuyuan, which will become a subsidiary [1][3] - Zhuhai Jiuyuan specializes in lithium battery performance testing, energy storage inverters, and grid simulation systems, holding significant proprietary technology in the new energy sector [2] - The company has set ambitious revenue targets for Zhuhai Jiuyuan, forecasting revenues of 30.48 million and 39.92 million yuan for 2023 and 2024, respectively, with gross margins exceeding 60% [3] - The newly established Chongqing X-ray detection equipment industrial base will support rapid business growth and strategic upgrades, featuring advanced technologies such as 3D/CT and AI [3] - Revenue projections for the company from 2025 to 2027 are 1.15 billion, 1.5 billion, and 1.9 billion yuan, representing year-on-year growth rates of 55%, 31%, and 27% respectively, with net profits expected to grow significantly [3][10] Summary by Sections Acquisition and Investment - The company plans to acquire a 45% stake in Zhuhai Jiuyuan for 60.75 million yuan and will inject an additional 30 million yuan into the company [1] - Post-transaction, the company will hold a 55% stake in Zhuhai Jiuyuan, which will be consolidated into its financial statements [1] Business Development - Zhuhai Jiuyuan is positioned in the new energy sector, focusing on the development and commercialization of intelligent detection and conversion equipment [2] - The acquisition is expected to enhance the company's competitive edge and market position in the new energy equipment sector [3] Financial Forecast - The company anticipates significant revenue and profit growth over the next three years, with a compound annual growth rate of 46% for net profit [3][10] - The projected P/E ratios for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 36, 26, and 18, respectively, indicating a favorable valuation outlook [3][10]

Group 1: Report Industry Investment Rating - Not provided in the given content Group 2: Core Viewpoints of the Report - This week, the market first declined and then rose, showing a sideways and narrow - fluctuating trend with an unclear main line. In the equity market, sectors such as non - ferrous metals, petrochemicals, and agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fisheries led the gains, and the large - cap style was dominant. Positive feedback in the equity market may be gradually forming. From May 29th to June 12th, the bond market had a relatively high - amplitude upward trend since April 7th, with the 30 - year Treasury bond futures recording a maximum increase of 2 points. The short - term upward momentum of the bond market may be limited, and it is more likely to show a volatile trend [1][7]. - Positive feedback in the equity market may be gradually forming. Since April 7th, institutions such as Central Huijin have been bullish on the equity market and entered the market to buy, which has played a crucial role in supporting the equity market. As the resilience of the equity market gradually strengthens, the decline is limited and often accompanied by rebounds, which further enhances investors' confidence. Since May, the Shanghai Composite Index has faced relatively large profit - taking pressure when approaching the annual high, but the market adjustment has been generally controllable, indicating the gradual enhancement of investors' confidence. In terms of allocation, it is recommended to focus on the dividend style, which continues to be highly allocated, and gradually layout sub - sectors in the technology growth sector with potential for recovery [2][8]. - The convertible bond market resonates with the equity market, and structural opportunities dominate the trading rhythm. Currently, the convertible bond market maintains a pattern of high - valuation shock repair. The index is short - term limited by the height of the underlying stocks and the supply rhythm, while the medium - term structural allocation logic continues. The allocation strategy suggests focusing on three main lines: controlling positions, preferentially allocating large - cap blue - chip stocks with high ratings and good liquidity; paying attention to small and medium - cap low - parity, high - elasticity varieties; and closely monitoring the clause game rhythm and credit rating changes to adjust positions [2][9]. Group 3: Summary by Relevant Catalogs 1 Market Observation - From June 9th to June 13th, the broad - based indexes and convertible bond indexes first declined and then rose. The convertible bond financial index, AAA index, convertible bond low - price index, and large - cap index led the gains. In terms of valuation, the valuations of balanced and equity - like convertible bonds were compressed. The short - term upward momentum of the bond market may be limited, and it is more likely to show a volatile trend [7]. - Positive feedback in the equity market may be gradually forming. The market is currently in a stage of structural switching with high volatility and rotation, and the main line is in a dynamic balance among AI technology, new consumption, and dividend value. In terms of market value, large - cap dividends and mid - cap growth are favored by funds. In terms of style, the growth main line is gathering strength, and the dividend logic is stable. In terms of allocation, it is recommended to focus on the dividend style and technology growth sectors [8]. - The convertible bond market resonates with the equity market, and structural opportunities dominate the trading rhythm. The overall strategy should focus on structural optimization, risk control, and theme rotation, and the dumbbell strategy is still preferred. It is recommended to use a neutral position to deal with fluctuations, improve strategy flexibility through careful bond selection, and continuously pay attention to changes in the supply rhythm and capital structure [9]. 2 Convertible Bond Market Tracking 2.1 Convertible Bond Market Conditions - The report provides the performance data of various convertible bond indexes in different time periods, including the recent week, two weeks, since March, one month, two months, half - year, and one - year. For example, the Wind Convertible Bond Energy Index had a 0.41% increase in the recent week, 1.28% in the recent two weeks, etc. [10]. 2.2 Convertible Bond Individual Bonds - Not provided in the given content 2.3 Convertible Bond Valuations - Not provided in the given content 2.4 Convertible Bond Prices - Not provided in the given content

Core Insights - Since June 13, 2025, the local conflict between Israel and Iran has boosted energy and gold prices, with significant implications for various asset classes [1][12] - Historical analysis of major wars indicates that the impact on assets is influenced by factors such as the scale of conflict, involvement of major economies, inflation environment, monetary policy, and post-war reconstruction [3][4] Group 1: Impact on Equity Markets - Geopolitical shocks tend to have a short-term impact on equity markets, with military and financial sectors benefiting relatively more [1][5] - Historical trends show that geopolitical risks do not directly dictate long-term stock market trends; instead, they may create buying opportunities if the original market trend is upward [2][20] Group 2: Oil Market Analysis - The price of crude oil is expected to be higher in the second half of the year compared to the first half, driven by the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, which accounts for over 25% of global maritime oil transport [1][5][13] - The potential for supply disruptions in the Middle East could lead to increased demand for oil from longer-distance suppliers like the US and Brazil [13] Group 3: Gold Market Insights - Gold prices are likely to reach new highs within the year due to the combination of geopolitical tensions and a trend towards "de-dollarization" [1][5][12] - The performance of gold is significantly influenced by its safe-haven appeal during times of conflict, with long-term trends dependent on US fiscal deficits and monetary policy [4][20] Group 4: Key Variables Affecting Asset Performance - The scale and duration of conflicts, involvement of major economies, inflationary pressures, and post-war economic recovery are critical variables that determine asset performance [3][4] - Historical conflicts show that if wars do not lead to long-term economic downturns, equity markets often rebound after initial panic sell-offs [4][20] Group 5: Dollar and Bond Market Dynamics - The US dollar typically strengthens in the early stages of geopolitical tensions due to its safe-haven status, while bond yields may initially decline [20][39] - The current dollar index is likely to remain weak, entering a downtrend cycle, with limited risk of significant declines within the year [40][42]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [6][10]. Core Insights - The report highlights the potential profit increment from the upcoming game "Yihuan," developed by the company's Huanta studio, which is expected to outperform the previous title "Hanta" in terms of revenue [1][3]. - The company has undergone significant organizational restructuring to enhance efficiency and market responsiveness, transitioning to a more product-centric studio system [2][31]. - The financial forecast predicts revenues of 67 billion, 108 billion, and 99 billion yuan for 2025-2027, with corresponding net profits of 6.3 billion, 17.1 billion, and 18.2 billion yuan [3][10]. Summary by Sections Investment Rating - The company is rated as "Buy" with a target price based on projected earnings growth [6][10]. Game Development and Competitive Advantage - "Yihuan" is positioned as a supernatural urban open-world RPG, utilizing Unreal Engine 5, which supports advanced graphics technologies [1][20]. - The game is expected to leverage the studio's prior experience and the current market trend towards open-world games, providing a first-mover advantage [1][27]. Organizational Changes - The company has streamlined its organizational structure, reducing employee count from 5,754 to 3,905, and divested non-core assets to improve operational efficiency [2][31][33]. Financial Projections - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are set at 67 billion, 108 billion, and 99 billion yuan, with net profits of 6.3 billion, 17.1 billion, and 18.2 billion yuan respectively [3][10]. - The current price-to-earnings ratios are projected at 47, 17, and 16 for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 [3][10].

Group 1: Credit and Financing Data - In May 2025, new RMB loans increased by 620 billion, which is 330 billion less year-on-year, with the stock growth rate falling by 0.1 percentage points to 7.1%[3] - Household loans increased by 54 billion, down 21.7 billion year-on-year, with short-term loans decreasing by 20.8 billion and long-term loans increasing by 74.6 billion[3] - Corporate loans increased by 530 billion, down 210 billion year-on-year, with short-term loans up by 110 billion and long-term loans up by 330 billion[5] Group 2: Social Financing and Monetary Supply - Social financing increased by 2.3 trillion in May, up 227.1 billion year-on-year, with a month-end growth rate steady at 8.7%[9] - The largest contributions to social financing came from government bonds (1.4633 trillion, up 236.7 billion year-on-year) and corporate bonds, while RMB loans were the main drag[9] - M2 growth rate remained flat at 7.9%, while M1 growth rate increased to 2.3%, up 0.8 percentage points[11] Group 3: Monetary Policy Outlook - The central bank aims to promote reasonable price recovery as a key consideration for monetary policy, maintaining a loose policy tone throughout 2025[2] - A 50 basis point reserve requirement ratio cut and a 20 basis point interest rate cut are expected within the year[15] - The transition of monetary policy focus to price stability reflects the need to counter economic downturn pressures and external uncertainties[14]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [7] Core Views - The company is experiencing short-term pressure on profitability due to fluctuations in the luxury car market and rising costs, with a focus on positioning itself in the low-altitude economy [1][3] - The company has increased its R&D investment significantly, which has impacted short-term profits but is aimed at enhancing competitiveness in the industry [2][3] - The company is expanding its customer matrix and product offerings in the automotive parts business, focusing on smart upgrades and new business opportunities in the low-altitude economy [3][4] Financial Performance Summary - In 2024, the company reported revenue of 5.9 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.0%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 160 million yuan, a decrease of 3.7% [1][11] - For Q1 2025, the company reported revenue of 1.44 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 2.9%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 22.64 million yuan, a decrease of 49.1% [1][11] - The company's gross profit margin for 2024 was 24.2%, a decrease of 0.2 percentage points year-on-year, while the net profit margin was 2.6%, also down by 0.2 percentage points [2][11] Business Segment Insights - The automotive parts business generated 5.09 billion yuan in revenue in 2024, accounting for 86.2% of total revenue, with a focus on optimizing the customer matrix and expanding into new areas [3] - The weighing instrument business generated 770 million yuan in revenue in 2024, accounting for 13.0% of total revenue, with ongoing efforts to enhance brand premium and product competitiveness [4] Shareholder Changes and Strategic Outlook - The controlling shareholder has changed to Joyson Electronics, which holds a 29.0% stake as of Q1 2025, potentially leading to strategic synergies in automotive parts and emerging businesses [5] - The company expects a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15% in net profit attributable to shareholders over the next three years, with projected net profits of 160 million, 200 million, and 240 million yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively [6][11]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating to the company for the first time [6]. Core Insights - The report highlights the launch of the new product cycle and the company's advancements in AI technology, indicating a positive outlook for future growth [1][28]. - The company is expected to maintain stable sales for its L series while the i8 model is anticipated to drive new sales growth [4][28]. - The report emphasizes the company's strategy to alleviate range anxiety through extensive supercharging infrastructure and innovative product design [3][28]. Summary by Sections Competitive Landscape - The main competitors in the same price range are AITO and Xiaomi, with each targeting different customer segments [2]. - The L series sales have remained stable despite the competitive pressure from the AITO M series, indicating strong brand loyalty [2][17]. Breakthroughs - The company is optimistic about the I series breaking into the pure electric SUV market, leveraging its advancements in smart driving technology and manufacturing capabilities [3][28]. - The construction of supercharging stations is set to significantly enhance customer experience, with plans to have 4,000 stations by the end of 2025 [29][33]. - The i8 model is expected to be priced between 300,000 to 400,000 RMB, addressing the current market gap in this price range for pure electric vehicles [28]. Financial Forecast and Valuation - Projected sales for the L series are 513,000 units in 2025 and 508,000 units in 2026, with total revenue expected to reach 170 billion RMB in 2025 and 225.55 billion RMB in 2026 [4][12]. - The net profit forecast for 2025 is 8.99 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth rate of 12% [4][12]. - The target price for the company's stock is set at HKD 209.37, based on a 30x PE ratio for 2026 [4].

Market Overview - On Thursday, the Shanghai Composite Index closed flat compared to the previous day, while the CSI 300 fell by 0.1%, the STAR 50 decreased by 0.3%, the CSI 1000 rose by 0.1%, and the ChiNext Index increased by 0.3%. The Hang Seng Index dropped by 1.4% [4][6]. - The best-performing sectors on Thursday included non-ferrous metals (+1.4%), media (+1.3%), beauty and personal care (+1.3%), pharmaceutical and biological (+1.3%), and telecommunications (+1.0%). The worst-performing sectors were home appliances (-1.8%), coal (-1.1%), food and beverage (-1.1%), agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery (-1.1%), and real estate (-0.6%) [4][6]. - The total trading volume of the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets on Thursday was 12,718 billion yuan, with a net inflow of 5.59 billion Hong Kong dollars from southbound funds [4][6]. Important Insights Bond Market Analysis - The bond market has seen an increase in the success rate of bullish positions, although the odds remain insufficient. The probability of the equity market breaking through key levels is higher [7]. - A significant condition for bonds to break through previous lows is likely a further reduction in policy interest rates. The unexpected monetary easing since late May has not been sufficient to support a substantial decline in long-term rates [7]. - Potential positive factors for the stock market have not been fully priced in, with attention on Sino-US negotiations and domestic policy developments in China [7]. Company Analysis: TaoTao Automotive - TaoTao Automotive's US subsidiary, RevEdge Inc., has signed an investment agreement with K-Scale Labs, a player in humanoid robotics. This partnership aims to integrate manufacturing and sales advantages with K-Scale's technological expertise [8]. - The investment in K-Scale is expected to enhance the company's position in the humanoid robotics sector, with a focus on electric low-speed vehicles [8]. - Catalysts for growth include exceeding order expectations and an optimized competitive landscape [8]. Company Analysis: XCMG Machinery - XCMG Group has signed a global framework agreement with BHP for the supply of mining equipment, marking a significant step towards becoming a global leader in engineering machinery [9]. - The collaboration will focus on joint equipment research and development, lifecycle management, and localized service systems [9]. - Growth opportunities include exceeding order expectations and increased investment in real estate and infrastructure [9].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" [1] Core Insights - The differentiation in the tea beverage sector continues, with most brands stabilizing their average transaction value month-on-month [2] - The report highlights the net store opening trends and average transaction value trends across various brands in the tea beverage and western fast food sectors [3][4] Summary by Relevant Sections Tea Beverage Sector - Net store openings from January to May 2025 show significant variations among brands, with Mixue Ice City leading with 4,001 new stores (12% increase), while brands like Shuyi Burned Fairy Grass and Coco都可 experienced declines of 324 stores (-6%) and 282 stores (-7%) respectively [2] - The average transaction value for tea beverage brands shows mixed results, with some brands like Mixue Ice City and Black Dragon Hall experiencing a year-on-year decline of 2.1% and 6% respectively, while others like Tea Yanyue Color saw a slight increase of 3% [3][7] Western Fast Food Sector - The western fast food sector shows strong overall store expansion, with KFC and McDonald's adding 431 (4%) and 149 (2%) stores respectively, while brands like Wallace and Pizza Hut saw minimal changes [5] - Average transaction values for western fast food brands have shown slight declines, with KFC at -0.3% and Pizza Hut at -1.7% year-on-year [6] Coffee & Hot Pot Sector - The coffee sector, particularly Luckin Coffee, has shown robust growth with 1,604 new stores (7% increase), while hot pot brands like Haidilao and Jiumaojiu have seen slight contractions [9][10] - Average transaction values for coffee brands like Luckin Coffee and Starbucks have remained relatively stable, with minor fluctuations [11] Other Food Categories - The report indicates a contraction in the store count for brands in the pickled fish and snack sectors, with brands like Purple Swallow and Absolute Duck experiencing significant declines in store numbers [13][14] - Average transaction values in these categories have also faced pressure, with many brands reporting year-on-year declines [15]