

Core Viewpoint - 康师傅控股's stock rebounded over 3%, closing at 11.5 HKD with a trading volume of 147 million HKD, despite a revenue forecast downgrade by DBS for 2025 and 2026 [1] Group 1: Revenue and Profit Forecasts - DBS lowered 康师傅's revenue forecast for 2025 and 2026 by 4%, but raised the gross margin forecast by over 1 percentage point, particularly in the ready-to-drink beverage segment [1] - DBS expects 康师傅 to achieve a 7% core profit growth in the second half of the year, compared to a 12% year-on-year increase in the first half, mainly due to cost control [1] - The annual compound growth rate from 2024 to 2026 is projected at 10% [1] Group 2: Management Guidance and Market Outlook - Credit Lyonnais noted that 康师傅's management provided new revenue guidance for the fiscal year 2025, aiming for flat to low single-digit year-on-year growth, with core net profit expected to grow at a double-digit rate [1] - Despite uncertainties in the competitive landscape and beverage recovery, Credit Lyonnais believes 康师傅 has better visibility for profit growth due to improved cost control [1] - The firm maintains that 康师傅's double-digit core profit growth target should be achievable [1]