Core Insights - The collaboration between the restaurant brand 湊湊 and the international IP 米菲 aims to enhance consumer perception of brand value through an immersive "米菲王国" theme experience [1][3] - The restaurant industry is facing challenges due to consumption downgrade and rising operational costs, particularly affecting the high-end dining market [2][4] - 湊湊's strategy has shifted towards cautious expansion, focusing on quality over quantity in store openings [3][5] Company Strategy - 湊湊 plans to launch themed packages and products in collaboration with 米菲, including special meal sets and themed stores [1] - The company aims for a significant increase in revenue during the collaboration period, targeting a 25% increase in customer traffic and a holiday table turnover rate of over 6 times [1][2] - Future collaborations are being evaluated, with 2-3 potential IPs in consideration to meet diverse consumer needs [1] Industry Context - The overall performance of listed restaurant companies has weakened, with notable declines in profits, such as 九毛九's net profit dropping by 90% and 呷哺呷哺's revenue falling to 4 billion yuan [2] - The restaurant market is gradually recovering, supported by government policies aimed at boosting consumption and enhancing service quality [4] - The competitive landscape remains intense, with many new entrants in the market, necessitating innovation in user experience and value-added services [4] Expansion Plans - As of the end of 2024, 呷哺呷哺 Group operates 957 restaurants, with 湊湊 having 197 locations [5] - The company plans to open no less than 95 new 呷哺呷哺 restaurants in 2025, while 湊湊 will adopt a more cautious approach, focusing on high-quality locations [5] - 湊湊's recent store openings have decreased, with only 13 new locations in 2024 compared to 48 in 2023, reflecting a strategic shift towards quality [5]
高端火锅遇冷自救：湊湊联名“造势”，呷哺呷哺走在破局路上