东南亚要“装不下”出海的国产服装品牌了

Core Viewpoint - The trend of A-share companies listing in Hong Kong is increasing, with 11 companies having done so this year, and over 50 more in the pipeline. The primary motivation for this move is to pursue global strategic expansion, as exemplified by the clothing brand HLA [1]. Group 1: Market Expansion - HLA has opened 50 stores in Malaysia since its first store in 2017, with a total of 78 stores across Southeast Asia as of January this year [2]. - Semir, another clothing brand, has also accelerated its overseas strategy, with 70 stores by the end of 2023 and plans to exceed 100 stores in 2024 [2][3]. - Major Chinese brands, including Anta and Li Ning, are also focusing on Southeast Asia for their international expansion, with Anta planning to establish 1,000 stores in the region over the next three years [5]. Group 2: Challenges in Overseas Markets - Despite the growth in overseas revenue for brands like HLA, the contribution to total revenue remains low, with HLA's overseas revenue accounting for only 1.76% in 2024 [7][8]. - Many traditional Chinese clothing brands struggle to achieve significant overseas market penetration, with most having less than 2% of their revenue coming from international sales [8][9]. - The slow urbanization process in Southeast Asia limits the effectiveness of the business models that have worked in China, as brands primarily target major cities, leaving smaller cities underserved [12][13]. Group 3: E-commerce and Retail Dynamics - The rise of e-commerce in Southeast Asia poses a challenge for traditional retail, as online platforms like Shopee and TikTok Shop gain traction [15][16]. - HLA has seen an increase in online sales, but overall revenue has declined, indicating difficulties in adapting to the online market [16]. - The reliance on physical stores in major cities may not be sustainable if e-commerce continues to grow, potentially impacting the profitability of brands that do not adapt [17].