Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that Bank of America Securities is optimistic about the profit recovery trend of Maoyan Entertainment (01896) in the second half of the year, supported by a recovering market and a rich pipeline of upcoming films [1] - The company’s performance in the first half of the year met expectations, with revenue showing robust growth, driven by a strong 14% year-on-year increase in box office revenue [1] - Despite the revenue growth, the company's profit fell by 37% year-on-year, primarily due to poor box office performance of certain films in the second quarter and increased investments in live performances and IP businesses [1] Group 2 - Bank of America Securities has raised its target price for Maoyan Entertainment from HKD 9.3 to HKD 9.7 and reiterated a "Buy" rating [1] - The full-year profit forecast for Maoyan Entertainment has been revised down from RMB 627 million to RMB 422 million due to adjustments in box office predictions and increased investments in content production and new businesses [1] - Profit forecasts for 2026 and 2027 have been reduced by 6% to 11% [1]
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