Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-31 02:25Core Viewpoint - The Chinese liquor market is experiencing a significant price adjustment, with the average retail price of the top ten liquor products dropping sharply at the end of the year, indicating a clear intention to recover funds before the holiday season [1]. Price Trends - The total retail price for a package of the top ten liquor products is 9141 yuan, down 61 yuan from the previous day, marking a new low for the week [1]. - The overall price of nine major liquor products has decreased by 1.7% from the baseline date of November 10, with a total price of 6743 yuan compared to 6860 yuan [1]. - Since the introduction of the premium Moutai on November 18, the average retail price of the top ten products has decreased by 0.9%, from 9226 yuan to 9141 yuan [1]. Individual Product Performance - Among the products, the premium Moutai is the only one that has seen a price increase during the monitoring period, while Qinghua Lang and Gujing Gonggu 20 are the top gainers [1]. - The market is currently characterized by a broad decline in prices, with only Wuliangye's Pu Wu 8th generation showing a rebound, increasing by 20 yuan per bottle [2]. - Other notable price declines include Qinghua Lang down 18 yuan, Xijiu Junpin down 16 yuan, and Guojiao 1573 down 13 yuan [2][6]. Strategic Adjustments by Moutai - Moutai announced plans to adjust its product matrix by 2026, introducing six major series, including classic, premium, zodiac, aged, cultural, and low-alcohol products [3]. - The introduction of the 53% vol 500ml flying Moutai on the "i Moutai" platform will be a first, aiming to balance supply and demand while preventing speculation [3]. - Moutai emphasizes the importance of using the "i Moutai" platform to enhance the channel ecosystem and stabilize the market for its major products [3].