“预制菜”新国标来袭 概念股闻风而起

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing dispute between Luo Yonghao and Xibei Catering has heightened public interest in the pre-prepared food industry, leading to a significant surge in related stocks as the national standard for pre-prepared food is set to be released soon [1][2]. Market Reaction - The pre-prepared food index rose by 1.63%, with several stocks hitting their daily limit, including Delisi (涨停) and Guolian Aquatic (涨超7%) [1][2]. - A total of 31 companies in the A-share market are categorized under the pre-prepared food concept, with notable firms like Shuanghui Development and Jinlongyu included [2]. Regulatory Developments - The draft national standard for pre-prepared food, led by the National Health Commission, has passed review and will soon seek public opinion, marking a significant regulatory step [1][3]. - The new standard will require restaurants to disclose their use of pre-prepared foods, which is expected to reshape the industry landscape [1][3]. Industry Growth Potential - The pre-prepared food market in China is projected to reach 4.85 trillion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 33.8%, and is expected to exceed 6.17 trillion yuan by 2025 [4]. - E-commerce platforms reported a 160% increase in pre-prepared food sales in 2023, with over 60% of consumers being from the younger demographic [4]. Company Landscape - There are currently over 74,000 registered pre-prepared food companies in China, with approximately 9,500 new registrations in 2025 alone [5]. - The introduction of the national standard may increase costs by 15% to 30%, potentially leading to the consolidation of smaller firms unable to meet the new requirements, while larger companies could benefit from economies of scale [5].