TINGYI(HK:00322) Ge Long Hui·2025-08-13 06:25Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs reports that Master Kong's management has updated its full-year guidance, expecting sales to remain flat to low single-digit growth, down from the previous low to mid-single-digit growth forecast [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The management anticipates a double-digit growth in recurring net profit, with a 12% increase in the first half of this year [1] - The expected net profits for Master Kong in 2025 and 2026 are projected to be 4.3 billion and 4.6 billion respectively, representing year-on-year growth of 15% and 9% [1] - The net profit margin is expected to improve to 5.2% and 15.8% for 2025 and 2026 [1] Group 2: Business Segments - The management expects the instant noodle business to recover to positive growth in the second half of the year, aiming for overall positive growth for the year [1] - Positive growth is anticipated for the carbonated beverage segment, while the decline in the non-carbonated beverage segment is expected to narrow [1] Group 3: Cost and Investment Strategy - Management forecasts a low single-digit increase in palm oil prices for the year, while costs for plastics (PET), sugar, and flour are expected to decrease by mid-single digits [1] - The group will continue to focus on light investments and streamline administrative expenses to enhance operating profit margins by 2026 [1] Group 4: Adjustments and Ratings - Due to increased competition leading to a rise in sales management expense ratios, the recurring net profit forecasts for 2025 to 2027 have been revised down by 4% to 6% [1] - The target price has been adjusted from HKD 14.6 to HKD 13.8, while maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]