YILI(SH:600887) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-08-29 04:42Core Viewpoint - Yili Group (600887.SH) reported strong half-year results, with significant growth in infant formula, adult powder, and cheese segments, enhancing gross margin and profitability through scale effects [1][2] Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Yili achieved total revenue of CNY 61.933 billion, a year-on-year increase of 3.37% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders, excluding non-recurring items, was CNY 7.016 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 31.78% [1] - Yili maintained its leading position in the liquid milk, infant formula, dairy products, and ice cream categories [1] Market Position - Yili's infant formula business reached a historic milestone, becoming the market leader in China [1] - The company’s performance is seen as a boost to industry confidence amid a structural recovery in the dairy sector [1] Strategic Focus - Yili plans to continue optimizing its product structure, with the proportion of milk powder and dairy products increasing from 11% in 2019 to 27% over the past five years [2] - The company aims to innovate and meet diverse consumer needs, further exploring product innovation and upgrade opportunities [2] Stock Market Reaction - Following the announcement of its results, Yili's stock opened higher, with a price increase of over 6% during trading [2]