Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-04-25 19:01Core Viewpoint - The pet economy continues to attract market attention, with leading companies in pet food, Zhongchong Co. and Petty Co., being the focus of institutional interest this week [1][2]. Market Performance - During the week of April 21 to April 25, the A-share market showed slight recovery, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 0.56% to close at 3295.06 points, and the Shenzhen Component Index increasing by 1.38% [1]. - The overall performance of the Shenwan first-level industries was positive, with sectors like utilities, automotive, beauty care, and home appliances leading the gains, while food and beverage, social services, agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and military defense sectors saw declines [1]. Institutional Research and Company Performance - A total of 294 listed companies received institutional research, with 209 stocks achieving positive returns during the week. Notably, Shijia Photon surged by 66.54%, while several other companies, including Erkang Pharmaceutical and Tianyuan Pet, saw gains exceeding 20% [1]. - The pet economy sector saw a 1.74% increase, ranking fourth among concept sectors, with Tianyuan Pet hitting a 20% limit-up, and Zhongchong Co. and Yiyi Co. also reaching limit-up [1]. Company Financials - Zhongchong Co. reported a revenue of 4.46 billion yuan for 2024, a year-on-year increase of 19.1%, and a net profit of 394 million yuan, up 68.9%. In Q1 of this year, the company achieved a revenue of 1.101 billion yuan, a 25.41% increase, and a net profit of 91.155 million yuan, up 62.13% [2]. - Petty Co. highlighted the growth of its popular brand "Jueyan" in the first quarter of 2025, particularly in categories like natural bone and meat chew snacks, main course cans, freeze-dried snacks, and fresh grain, with freeze-dried products showing rapid growth [2]. Production Capacity and Market Strategy - Petty Co. noted that its New Zealand staple food is currently in a ramp-up phase, with expected capacity release of 20%-30% by Q2 2025, which will cater to diverse domestic and international high-end staple food demands [3]. - Zhongchong Co. has established a comprehensive tariff response system, indicating that recent tariff adjustments will not significantly impact its operations. The company has a global production footprint, including facilities in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, and Cambodia, which mitigates risks from trade policy changes [3][4]. Strategic Adjustments - Petty Co. has shifted nearly all U.S. customer orders to its Southeast Asian factories due to rapid changes in tariff policies, although the specific impact on business remains uncertain [4].