Core Viewpoint - The stock of YouRan Dairy (09858) has risen over 7%, reaching a new high of 4.91 HKD, driven by positive market sentiment and expectations of price stabilization in the raw milk sector [1] Company Summary - YouRan Dairy is the largest raw milk supplier in China, operating 100 farms and raising approximately 620,000 dairy cows, with an expected raw milk production of about 3.74 million tons in 2024, accounting for 12.1% of the national total [1] - The company is a leading player in the upstream industry, also being the largest supplier of ruminant feed in China, with its subsidiary, Saike Xing, recognized as the largest dairy cattle breeding enterprise in the country [1] - In the first half of this year, the average feed cost for raw milk was 1.91 HKD per kilogram, with the average yield per cow reaching 12.9 tons, which is considered industry-leading [1] Industry Summary - According to a report from Guojin Securities, the price of raw milk has recently rebounded to around 3 HKD per kilogram, which has slowed the industry's destocking rate [1] - Despite significant financial pressures and ongoing losses within the industry, there is an expectation for continued destocking of production capacity, which may lead to a stabilization and potential increase in raw milk prices next year [1] - The prices of calves and live cattle have also seen an increase recently, indicating the potential for a new cycle in the beef cattle market, which could enhance the overall sector's performance [1]
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