NEW HOPE(SZ:000876) Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2025-06-08 11:44Core Viewpoint - New Hope Liuhe Co., Ltd. reported a decline in both pig sales volume and revenue in May, indicating challenges in the pig farming industry due to falling prices and market conditions [1][2]. Company Summary - In May, New Hope sold 1.3339 million pigs, generating revenue of 1.972 billion yuan, both figures showing a year-on-year and month-on-month decline [1]. - For the first five months of the year, the company achieved cumulative pig sales of 7.1193 million heads and sales revenue of 10.182 billion yuan [1]. - The average selling price of pigs in May was 14.59 yuan/kg, reflecting a 0.75% decrease month-on-month and a 5.38% decrease year-on-year [1]. - New Hope aims to drive business growth through its feed, pig farming, and slaughtering segments, focusing on "flexible management, continuous cost reduction, and improving labor efficiency" [1]. Industry Summary - The pig market is currently characterized by a "strong supply and weak demand" situation, leading to a downward trend in prices [2]. - Analysts predict that the profitability of pig farming enterprises will show a divergence, with larger companies maintaining profitability due to cost advantages, while smaller enterprises may continue to face pressure [3]. - Despite low prices, the overall expansion in the industry is limited, and New Hope remains cautiously optimistic about the year, having achieved slight profits in the first quarter [3].