安井食品：二季度毛利率同比下降因原材料及制造费用成本上涨等

Core Viewpoint - Company reported a decline in gross margin in Q2 due to rising costs of key raw materials and increased manufacturing expenses, alongside heightened promotional efforts to maintain market position [1] Group 1: Reasons for Gross Margin Decline - Significant year-on-year increase in costs of key raw materials such as crayfish and fresh fish [1] - Rise in manufacturing expenses due to increased depreciation and costs associated with the commissioning and renovation of certain workshops [1] - Increased promotional activities to strengthen market position and enhance market share in response to industry competition [1] Group 2: Strategic Responses - Company plans to continue organizational restructuring and optimize management practices to improve management efficiency and supply chain effectiveness [1] - Ongoing efforts in group purchasing through bidding processes to achieve procurement prices below the average market price, aimed at effectively controlling procurement costs and enhancing operational quality and profitability [1]