A股下跌、港股破发！海天味业欲以高分红“救市”

Core Viewpoint - The company, Haitian Flavor Industry (海天味业), has announced a special cash dividend of 3 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 1.754 billion yuan, alongside a commitment to maintain a cash dividend ratio of no less than 80% of the annual net profit attributable to shareholders from 2025 to 2027, excluding any special dividends [1][4]. Company Summary - Haitian Flavor Industry is implementing a rare special dividend, attributed to its strong performance and competitive position, coinciding with the 20th anniversary of its high-tech production facility and its recognition as a "World Lighthouse Factory" [5]. - The company has also listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, achieving an "A+H" share listing [5]. - If the special dividend is executed successfully, combined with the previously distributed 1.519 billion yuan in interim dividends, the total dividends for 2025 could reach 3.273 billion yuan, representing 61.5% of the net profit attributable to shareholders for the first three quarters [5]. - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company reported revenue of 21.628 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 6.02%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 5.322 billion yuan, up 10.54% [5]. - The company's debt-to-asset ratio stood at 15.38% as of the end of the third quarter [5]. Industry Context - The seasoning industry is facing challenges due to intense market competition and weakened demand in the restaurant sector, which has generally pressured performance across the industry [5]. - In comparison, competitors like Zhongju Gaoxin and Qianhe Flavor have reported significant declines in revenue and net profit, highlighting the difficult market conditions [6]. - Despite the overall industry pressures, Haitian Flavor Industry's high dividend payout may be influenced by its stock price volatility, as the company's stock has decreased by 17.69% since the beginning of the year [8]. - The management has emphasized efforts in market value management through high dividend payouts, increased frequency of dividends, stock buybacks, and improved communication with the capital market [8].