Ge Long Hui·2025-11-29 21:45Core Viewpoint - The company, a leading down jacket brand in China, reported a 1% revenue growth and a 5% increase in net profit for the first half of the 2025/26 fiscal year, indicating stable performance despite challenges in certain segments [1][4]. Financial Performance - Revenue for the first half of the 2025/26 fiscal year reached 8.93 billion yuan, a 1.4% increase year-on-year, while net profit grew by 5.3% to 1.19 billion yuan [1]. - The revenue breakdown shows brand down jackets increased by 8.3% to 6.57 billion yuan, while OEM processing and women's wear saw declines of 11.7% and 18.6%, respectively [1]. - The overall gross margin improved by 0.1 percentage points to 50.0%, with brand down jackets' gross margin slightly decreasing due to higher sales growth in lower-margin distribution channels [1]. Inventory and Cash Flow Management - The company effectively managed inventory, reducing it by 20.3% year-on-year, and decreased inventory turnover days by 11 days [2]. - Cash flow remained robust, allowing the company to maintain a stable dividend payout, with an interim dividend of 6.3 Hong Kong cents, a 5% increase from the previous year [2]. Strategic Initiatives - The company is focusing on brand leadership, deepening its core categories, and enhancing digital capabilities to drive high-quality growth [3]. - Collaborations with top international designers and the establishment of an AI-driven design database are aimed at improving product innovation and efficiency [3]. - Online revenue for brand down jackets grew by 2.4% year-on-year, while the company expanded its physical store presence, adding 85 self-operated and 285 distribution stores [3]. Market Outlook - The company anticipates a sales boost in the second half of the fiscal year, supported by strong performance in down jacket sales since October [4]. - Profitability is expected to continue improving, with net profit growth projected at 11.1%, 10.2%, and 10.0% for FY2026 to FY2028 [4]. - The target price is maintained at 5.1-5.5 Hong Kong dollars, reflecting a favorable valuation for a leading player in the down jacket market [4].