Ge Long Hui·2025-10-29 19:44Core Viewpoint - Anta Sports' Q3 2025 performance was slightly below expectations due to external factors like weather, but the company continues to show growth potential through its multi-brand strategy and expansion of new retail formats [1][2][3] Group 1: Q3 Performance - Anta brand recorded low single-digit growth in retail sales for Q3 2025 [1] - FILA brand also achieved low single-digit growth in retail sales for Q3 2025 [1] - Other brands, including DESCENTE and KOLON SPORT, experienced a significant retail sales growth of 45-50% in Q3 2025, indicating a strong performance in the outdoor segment [1] Group 2: Retail Expansion - As of mid-2025, Anta's main brand operates 7,187 stores, with various new store formats contributing to growth [1] - The company has introduced multiple new retail formats, including Anta Arena and Anta Champion, which are expected to drive future growth [1] - FILA's store count remains stable, while DESCENTE and KOLON SPORT continue to expand rapidly [1] Group 3: Multi-Brand Strategy - Anta Group completed the acquisition of JACK WOLFSKIN in H1 2025 and is developing a 3-5 year revitalization plan for the brand [2] - A joint venture with South Korean fashion group MUSINSA has been established, with Anta holding a 40% stake, aimed at expanding MUSINSA's presence in the Chinese market [2] - Anta has partnered with two universities to establish a sports shoe design program, focusing on integrating design, materials, technology, and digitalization [2] Group 4: Profit Forecast - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 13.443 billion yuan, 15.453 billion yuan, and 17.626 billion yuan for 2025-2027, with year-on-year growth rates of -13.81%, 14.96%, and 14.06% respectively [3] - The multi-brand strategy is anticipated to provide operational stability and growth, particularly in the outdoor segment, while maintaining controllable costs and overseas expansion potential [3]