Eastroc Beverage(SH:605499) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-10-09 00:54Core Viewpoint - Dongpeng Beverage has submitted an application for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with a strong market position in the functional beverage sector and significant revenue growth prospects [1][3]. Company Overview - Dongpeng Beverage is the leading functional beverage company in China, ranking first in revenue growth among the top 20 listed soft drink companies globally [3]. - The company has maintained its position as the top player in the Chinese functional beverage market for four consecutive years since 2021, with market share increasing from 15.0% in 2021 to 26.3% in 2024 [3]. - By retail revenue, Dongpeng is projected to be the second-largest functional beverage company in 2024, holding a market share of 23.0% [3]. - The company has built a strong brand with national influence, focusing on product innovation and a diversified product portfolio [3]. Sales and Distribution Strategy - Dongpeng Beverage employs a refined channel management strategy, utilizing a "product + service" model supported by a sales team of over 7,000 [4]. - The company has implemented advanced tracking technologies, including a unique QR code system for product traceability, enhancing operational efficiency [4]. - As of June 30, 2025, Dongpeng has connected with over 250 million consumers and interacted efficiently with over 420 million retail points [4]. Industry Insights - The Chinese soft drink market is projected to reach approximately RMB 1.3 trillion in retail sales by 2024, making it the second-largest soft drink consumption market globally [5]. - The functional beverage segment is the fastest-growing sector, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.3% from 2019 to 2024, outpacing the overall soft drink market growth of 4.7% during the same period [5]. - The energy drink market in China is expected to reach RMB 180.7 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 10.3% from 2025 to 2029 [5]. Financial Performance - Dongpeng Beverage's revenue for the fiscal years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025 was approximately RMB 8.5 billion, RMB 11.26 billion, RMB 15.83 billion, and RMB 10.73 billion, respectively [7]. - The total comprehensive income for the same periods was approximately RMB 1.43 billion, RMB 2.06 billion, RMB 3.36 billion, and RMB 2.35 billion [7].