MEITUAN(03690) 格隆汇·2025-05-28 18:34Core Insights - The company reported Q1 2025 revenue of 86.6 billion RMB, an 18% year-on-year increase, aligning with market expectations [1] - Adjusted net profit rose 46% year-on-year to 10.9 billion RMB, with a net profit margin of 13%, up 2.4 percentage points from the previous year [1] - Core business operating profit margin improved to 21%, exceeding expectations of 19%, while new business incurred an operating loss of 2.3 billion RMB, with a loss rate of 10% [1] Business Performance - Core business: Estimated daily orders for food delivery increased by 9-10% year-on-year, with average order value (AOV) experiencing a low single-digit decline due to increased contributions from "拼好饭" and "神枪手" [1] - Flash purchase daily orders reached nearly 11 million, a year-on-year increase of approximately 30%, with non-food categories like 3C, home appliances, and beauty products seeing over 60% growth [1] - In-store travel and accommodation gross transaction value (GTV) grew over 30% year-on-year, with stable operating profit margins [1] New Business Developments - New business segment showed a slight reduction in losses, with the pace of loss narrowing due to ongoing long-term capability building [1] - "Keeta" has rapidly grown to become the largest food delivery platform in Hong Kong and is expanding into Saudi Arabia, covering nine major cities, with plans to enter Brazil and invest $1 billion over the next five years [1] Market Outlook - Increased competition in the food delivery market is expected to lead to higher subsidies, potentially impacting revenue and profit growth in Q2 [2] - Forecasts suggest mid-single-digit year-on-year growth in food delivery order volume, while flash purchase order volume is expected to maintain slightly above 30% growth [2] - New business revenue growth is projected at 22%, with losses expected to widen to approximately 2.6 billion RMB due to overseas investments [2] Valuation - Despite the lower entry barriers in the food delivery market due to increased subsidies, operational and scheduling capabilities for merchants and riders will take time to improve [2] - The company is expected to maintain a leading market share, with a projected profit growth of about 7% in 2025, leading to a target price adjustment to 165 HKD, while maintaining a buy rating [2]