彪马出售：李宁“没谈”，安踏暧昧

Core Viewpoint - The potential sale of Puma shares by the Pinault family is being evaluated, with interest from Chinese sports brands like Anta and Li Ning, as well as American companies and Middle Eastern sovereign wealth funds [1][2] Group 1: Puma's Financial Performance - In 2023, Puma's sales increased by 6.6% year-on-year to €8.6017 billion, but net profit fell by 13.7% to €304.9 million [5] - For 2024, sales are projected to grow by 4.4% to €8.82 billion, while net profit is expected to decline by 7.6% to €282 million [5] - In Q2 2025, Puma's sales dropped by 2.0% year-on-year to €1.9422 billion, with declines in the EMEA and Americas regions [5][6] Group 2: Li Ning's Position - Li Ning reported a 3.3% increase in revenue to ¥14.82 billion in the first half of the year, but net profit decreased by 11.0% to ¥1.74 billion [8] - The company acknowledges challenges in offline customer traffic and competitive pressures in the sports brand sector [8][9] - Li Ning's strategy focuses on targeted investments and strict cost control, with an emphasis on managing inventory effectively [9] Group 3: Anta's Acquisition Strategy - Anta has a history of successful acquisitions, including FILA and Amer Sports, and continues to pursue a multi-brand strategy [11][12] - In 2024, Anta's revenue grew by 13.6% to ¥70.826 billion, with Amer Sports contributing significantly to this growth [12] - Anta's systematic advantages in retail and supply chain management have led to successful brand performance, particularly for the Arc'teryx brand [14][15] Group 4: Competitive Landscape - The competitive environment for sports brands is intensifying, with both Anta and Li Ning facing challenges in maintaining market share [8][18] - Anta's FILA brand is experiencing fluctuations in performance, with sales declining in certain segments [18] - The potential acquisition of Puma may not align with Anta's strategic interests due to competition with the FILA brand [17][18]