Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-07-29 12:15Core Viewpoint - The Chinese liquor industry is currently undergoing a deep adjustment period, with overall market performance being sluggish and many companies reporting significant declines in revenue and profit [1][3][4]. Industry Overview - The liquor industry is experiencing a noticeable slowdown in growth, with many companies reporting declines in both revenue and net profit, and some even turning from profit to loss [1][3]. - The adjustment in the industry is characterized by a systemic pressure affecting all companies, rather than isolated operational issues [3][4]. Company Performance - Jiu Gui Jiu's net profit for the first half of the year is expected to be between 8 million and 12 million yuan, a decline of 90.08% to 93.39% compared to 121 million yuan in the same period last year, with revenue expected to drop by approximately 43% to around 560 million yuan [1]. - Shui Jing Fang anticipates a net profit of 105 million yuan for the first half of the year, down 56.52% year-on-year, with revenue expected to decrease by 12.84% to 1.498 billion yuan, despite a 14.54% increase in sales volume [1]. - Shunxin Agriculture expects a net profit of 155 million to 195 million yuan, a decline of 53.85% to 63.32% year-on-year, due to decreased sales volume impacting overall revenue and profit levels [3]. - Jinzhongzi forecasts a net loss of 60 million to 90 million yuan for the first half of the year, attributing this to the industry's deep adjustment and ongoing decline in production [3]. Market Dynamics - The industry faces multiple challenges, including shrinking consumption scenarios, soft market demand, and a shift in consumer preferences towards fruit wines and low-alcohol beverages [4]. - High inventory levels and serious price inversion issues are exacerbating industry pressures, with over 58% of distributors reporting increased inventory and more than half facing price inversion problems [4]. - The average inventory turnover days have reached 900 days, an increase of 10% year-on-year, indicating significant supply chain inefficiencies [4]. Future Outlook - Despite the current challenges, leading companies like Kweichow Moutai and Wuliangye are still achieving relatively stable growth, with Moutai reporting a 9% year-on-year revenue increase [7]. - The low-alcohol beverage market is emerging as a new growth point, with companies exploring new product lines and sales channels [7]. - Industry experts predict a full recovery by 2027, with new development opportunities arising in 2028, suggesting that patience and understanding are needed for the industry's transformation [8][9].