Core Viewpoint - The endorsement of Yanjing Beer by actress Guan Xiaotong has significantly boosted the brand's sales and profits, surpassing previous endorsers Cai Xukun and Wang Yibo [1][3][4]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Yanjing Beer reported a revenue of 8.558 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6.37%, with beer sales reaching 2.3517 million kiloliters, up 2.03% [3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.103 billion yuan, marking a 45.45% increase, already exceeding the total net profit of 1.056 billion yuan for the entire year of 2024 [3]. - For the year 2024, Yanjing Beer achieved total revenue of 14.667 billion yuan, a 3.20% increase, with net profit growing by 63.74% to 1.056 billion yuan [3]. Marketing Strategy - Yanjing Beer aims to reach a younger audience, particularly women with purchasing power, through Guan Xiaotong's endorsement, thereby expanding its market share [4]. - Previous endorsers Cai Xukun and Wang Yibo also contributed to the brand's success, with notable profit increases during their tenures [5][6]. Product Performance - The Yanjing U8 product line has been a significant driver of growth, with sales increasing by over 50% in 2022 and over 36% in 2023, reaching 696,000 kiloliters in 2024, a 31.4% increase [16][17]. - The overall revenue share of mid-to-high-end products has risen from 59.81% in 2020 to 67.01% in 2024, while the share of ordinary products has declined [15]. Brand Image and Challenges - Guan Xiaotong's image as a relatable and healthy figure contrasts with the more concentrated fan bases of previous endorsers, allowing for broader appeal [6][7]. - Despite the success, Yanjing Beer faces challenges, including a decline in growth rates for the U8 product and the need for new hit products to maintain momentum [17][18].
“国民闺女”关晓彤,卖啤酒超过蔡徐坤、王一博