Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-08-27 11:17Core Viewpoint - Anta Sports reported a record high revenue of 38.54 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 14.3% [1][2]. Financial Performance - Adjusted net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 7.1% to 6.597 billion yuan [1][2]. - The operating profit margin rose by 0.6 percentage points to 26.3%, with Anta's segment margin increasing by 1.5 percentage points to 23.3% [2]. - The revenue from the Anta brand was 16.95 billion yuan (up 5.4%), while FILA brand revenue reached 14.18 billion yuan (up 8.6%) [1][2]. Inventory Management - Average inventory turnover days increased by 22 days, from 114 days in the first half of 2024 to 136 days in the first half of 2025 [3]. - The rise in inventory turnover days is attributed to an increase in inventory and the impact of business acquisitions [3]. Strategic Expansion - Anta Sports continued its global expansion through strategic acquisitions and joint ventures in the first half of 2025 [4]. - The acquisition of outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin for 2.164 billion yuan was highlighted, enhancing Anta's brand portfolio and extending its outdoor product line [5]. - A joint venture with South Korean fashion platform MUSINSA was established, with Anta holding 40% equity, aimed at integrating sports and fashion industries [6].