Ge Long Hui A P P·2025-11-17 08:45Core Viewpoint - Haitai Flavor Industry achieved a net profit attributable to shareholders of 5.322 billion yuan in Q1-Q3 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of 10.54% [1] - The company’s Q3 net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.408 billion yuan, up 3.26% year-on-year [1] Product Performance - Revenue growth by product category: soy sauce +7.9%, oyster sauce +5.9%, seasoning sauce +9.6%, and other condiments +13.4% [1] - New product categories are highlighted as a growth driver [1] Regional Performance - Revenue growth by region: Eastern region +12.1% and Southern region +12.7%, leading overall market expansion [1] Profitability - Q3 gross margin was 39.63%, an increase of 3.02 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to declining prices of key raw materials such as soybeans, white sugar, and packaging materials [1] - Continuous improvement in gross margin driven by cost reductions and growth in new businesses like vinegar and cooking wine [1] Valuation and Rating - The target price is adjusted to 46.04 yuan (previously 49.08 yuan), based on a 34.1X PE for 2026, referencing companies like Hengshun Vinegar, Jinlongyu, and Tianwei Food [1] - The rating is maintained at "Buy" [1]