TOPSPORTS(HK:06110) Ge Long Hui·2025-10-25 20:03Core Viewpoint - The company reported its FY26 interim results, which met expectations, and continued its high dividend policy, emphasizing shareholder returns Financial Performance - Revenue for the first half of FY26 decreased by 6% year-on-year to 12.3 billion yuan, while net profit attributable to shareholders fell by 10% to 790 million yuan, aligning with expectations [1] - The company proposed an interim dividend of 0.13 yuan per share, resulting in a high payout ratio of 102% [1] Brand Performance - Revenue from the main brand declined by 5% to 10.81 billion yuan, with the decline rate improving from 6% in FY25, accounting for 88% of total revenue [1] - Other brands saw a 12% drop in revenue to 1.41 billion yuan, representing 12% of total revenue, while joint venture revenue fell by 15% to 60 million yuan [1] Channel and Operational Efficiency - Direct sales revenue decreased by 3% to 10.6 billion yuan, making up 86% of total revenue, with a reduction of 332 stores to 4,688 [2] - The company is leveraging multi-channel strategies, including Douyin, mini-programs, and instant retail, resulting in double-digit growth in online retail [2] - Wholesale revenue dropped by 20% to 1.6 billion yuan, indicating ongoing adjustments [2] Cost Management - Gross margin remained stable, slightly decreasing by 0.1 percentage points to 41.0%, benefiting from brand partnerships and an increased share of retail business [2] - Sales and management expenses decreased by 5.5% year-on-year, with the expense ratio slightly increasing by 0.1 percentage points [3] - The net profit margin decreased by 0.3 percentage points to 6.4% [3] Inventory and Cash Flow - Inventory decreased to 5.8 billion yuan from 6 billion yuan at the beginning of the period, with inventory turnover days at 150 [4] - Operating cash flow was 1.35 billion yuan, down 48% year-on-year, primarily due to timing differences in accounts receivable related to seasonal sales [4] Strategic Focus - The company is committed to high-quality growth in the sports apparel retail sector, focusing on comprehensive retail strategies and brand expansion [4] - Collaboration with major brands like NIKE and Adidas continues to enhance retail capabilities and channel optimization [4] - Profit forecasts for FY26-28 are set at 1.29 billion, 1.42 billion, and 1.55 billion yuan, with corresponding P/E ratios of 15, 14, and 13 times, maintaining a "buy" rating [4]