去年前三季盈利、全年亏超4亿 西王食品业绩“坐过山车”

Core Viewpoint - Xiwang Food (SZ000639) reported a significant loss in 2024, primarily due to goodwill impairment in its sports nutrition business, despite previously optimistic expectations for its multinational acquisitions [1][2]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Xiwang Food achieved a revenue of 4.972 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 9.43%, and a net profit loss of 444 million yuan, which is a 2530% increase in losses compared to the previous year's loss of 16.87 million yuan [1][2]. - The company recorded a net profit of 62.59 million yuan in the first three quarters of 2024, but faced a drastic loss exceeding 506 million yuan in the fourth quarter, erasing all previous profits [2]. Business Segments - Xiwang Food's operations are primarily divided into two segments: edible oil and sports nutrition. The sports nutrition segment, which was expected to be a growth driver, has become a major contributor to the company's poor performance [2][4]. - The sports nutrition segment's revenue peaked at 2.964 billion yuan in 2018 but has since stagnated, with revenue growth rates of 5.4%, 2.64%, and 1.75% from 2021 to 2023, and a decline in gross margin from 37.37% to 26.9% [4]. Impairment and Asset Management - The company anticipates recognizing goodwill and intangible asset impairment losses between 710 million yuan and 930 million yuan for 2024, primarily due to the significant loss of its subsidiary, Xiwang Qingdao, which reported a net loss of 717 million yuan, a 518% year-on-year decline [3][4]. - The goodwill from the acquisition of Kerr in 2016 amounts to 2.022 billion yuan, with a corresponding impairment provision of the same amount, indicating a complete write-off of this asset [3]. Market Position and Strategy - Xiwang Food's subsidiary, Iovate, is recognized as a leading global player in the sports nutrition and weight management market, with products sold in over 140 countries and regions [4][5]. - Despite the challenges in the sports nutrition segment, the company plans to implement a "big cost" control strategy in 2025, focusing on organizational optimization and increased investment in new product development and supply chain upgrades [5]. Competitive Landscape - The company faces significant competition in the edible oil and sports nutrition markets, with major players like Jinlongyu and Luhua dominating the sector. In 2024, Xiwang Food's edible oil sales reached only 188,800 tons, highlighting the competitive gap [5]. - The market for corn oil and sports nutrition products is expected to grow, attracting more capital and increasing competition, which may impact the company's market position [5][6].