Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-10-16 04:57Core Viewpoint - Livestock stocks have collectively risen, with significant gains observed in companies such as YouRan Agriculture, Modern Farming, and China Shengmu, indicating a positive market sentiment despite recent price adjustments in the sector [1][1][1] Group 1: Stock Performance - YouRan Agriculture (09858) increased by 6.71%, trading at HKD 3.34 [1] - Modern Farming (01117) rose by 4.2%, trading at HKD 1.24 [1] - China Shengmu (01432) and Original Ecological Agriculture (01431) also saw gains of 1.45% and 1.82%, respectively [1] Group 2: Market Analysis - CITIC Securities reported that the recent slowdown in the reduction of dairy cow inventory has led to a temporary price correction in livestock stocks, but this will not disrupt the underlying cyclical logic of the industry [1][1] - The dairy cow inventory is expected to continue its downward trend, with the turning point for raw milk prices approaching as seasonal demand weakens and operational pressures on farms increase [1][1] Group 3: Future Outlook - Tianfeng Securities indicated that the current phase of dairy cow capacity reduction may be nearing its end, with Q3 silage procurement potentially accelerating the clearing of marginal stocks [1] - Raw milk prices are anticipated to bottom out and rebound, while beef prices may also see a turning point, although various factors such as funding, confidence, and environmental regulations could impact the pace of restocking [1][1] - Companies with cow resources or those employing a "milk-meat linkage" model are expected to demonstrate stronger profitability [1]