
Core Insights - The new brand "Lao Bao Jie" under Haidilao has opened its first store in Changchun, focusing on "Old Beijing | Trendy Hot Pot" [1][6] - Haidilao's "Lao Bao Jie" concept was first introduced in 2023 during a pop-up event in Guangzhou [3][6] - The opening in Changchun reflects Haidilao's strategic market positioning and the use of regional characteristics to expand its sub-brands [6] Brand Development Strategy - In 2024, Haidilao launched the "Pomegranate Plan" aimed at incubating and developing more new restaurant brands [6] - In the second half of 2024, Haidilao created 11 sub-brands through the "Pomegranate Plan" [6] - The company continues to diversify its offerings, introducing new categories such as the bakery brand "SHUA BAKERY" and the clay pot dish brand "Cong Qian Yin Xiang" [6] Market Positioning and Consumer Feedback - "Lao Bao Jie" is speculated to combine traditional copper pot hot pot with modern trendy elements, likely maintaining a high cost-performance strategy [6] - Some consumers have expressed concerns about the location of the new store, noting it is not easily accessible [6] - Despite Haidilao's continuous innovation and multiple brand launches, the visibility of its sub-brands remains relatively low [6]