LIHUA(SZ:300761) Zheng Quan Ri Bao Wang·2025-08-19 03:00Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Lihua Food Group Co., Ltd. reported a decline in net profit for the first half of 2025, despite a revenue increase, indicating challenges in the poultry sector while the pork segment showed significant growth [1][2]. Company Performance - In the first half of 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 8.353 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7.02%, but the net profit attributable to shareholders was 149 million yuan, a decline of 74.10% [1]. - The sales revenue from yellow feathered chickens was 6.335 billion yuan, down 6.76% year-on-year, while pork revenue reached 1.947 billion yuan, up 117.65% [1]. - The gross margin for yellow feathered chicken was 6.21%, while for pork it was 22.46% [1]. Industry Analysis - The yellow feathered chicken market experienced a "drop-rise-drop" price trend, with prices at historically low levels, leading to overall poor profitability in the poultry farming sector during the first half of 2025 [2]. - The company anticipates improved performance in the chicken business in the second half of the year due to higher traditional consumption and increased demand from holidays and tourism [2]. - The pork segment saw a significant increase in sales, with 949,600 pigs sold, a year-on-year increase of 118.35%, attributed to improved capacity utilization and increased stocking [2][3]. Cost and Pricing Trends - The complete cost of chicken production fell below 11 yuan/kg, while pork production costs were at 12.8 yuan/kg due to a decrease in feed raw material prices [3]. - Analysts predict that the yellow feathered chicken prices may enter an upward cycle in the second half of the year, driven by increased demand from school meals and holiday preparations [3].