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宗馥莉辞职,“大女主”剧本难演
3 6 Ke·2025-10-11 00:14

Group 1 - The core issue revolves around the resignation of Zong Fuli from her positions at Wahaha Group, facing multiple challenges including legal disputes and brand usage risks [1][5][12] - Zong Fuli's resignation was confirmed on September 12, and she is now dealing with the fallout from the ongoing inheritance dispute following the death of the founder, Zong Qinghou [1][10] - The Hong Kong High Court recently rejected an appeal from Zong Fuli regarding the inheritance case, which has drawn significant public attention [2][10] Group 2 - Zong Fuli is at risk of losing the rights to use the "Wahaha" trademark, which currently belongs to Wahaha Group [3][12] - The company plans to transition to a new brand, "Wawaizong," starting from the 2026 sales year to mitigate legal risks associated with the "Wahaha" brand [4][18] - The ongoing trademark transfer process involving 387 "Wahaha" series trademarks has raised concerns about the brand's future and its impact on the company's market position [13][21] Group 3 - The internal dynamics of Wahaha Group are further complicated by the investigation of a key executive, Yan Xuefeng, for disciplinary violations, which could affect the company's operations [1][7] - Yan Xuefeng's return to work at Hongsheng Group does not guarantee that he has resolved his legal issues, indicating ongoing instability within the company [1][6] - The inheritance dispute involves significant financial stakes, with a total trust amount of $2.1 billion, and could lead to further complications for Zong Fuli and the company [10][11] Group 4 - The brand value of "Wahaha" is estimated at 91.187 billion yuan, highlighting the significant market presence and consumer loyalty built under Zong Qinghou's leadership [24][25] - The ongoing disputes and brand challenges may provide opportunities for competitors to capture market share if not resolved promptly [25]