Sou Hu Cai Jing·2026-01-13 14:06Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the recent price adjustments by major liquor companies like Moutai and Wuliangye indicate a significant turning point in the liquor industry, which is currently undergoing deep adjustments [4] - Moutai has reduced the prices of several products, including Moutai 1935 from 798 yuan to 668 yuan and aged Guizhou Moutai (15) from 5399 yuan to 3409 yuan, reflecting a broader trend of price reductions in the industry [3] - Wuliangye plans to adjust its pricing strategy starting in 2026, maintaining a factory price of 1019 yuan while offering a discount of 119 yuan, effectively lowering the invoice price to 900 yuan [3] Group 2 - The liquor industry is facing a "price inversion" crisis, with 60% of liquor companies experiencing this issue, particularly in the 800-1500 yuan price range, leading to a cycle of losses for distributors [4] - The current market conditions, including high inventory and sluggish sales, necessitate proactive price adjustments by liquor companies to reshape the pricing structure and stimulate market activity [4][7] - The anticipated "price reduction wave" is not limited to the liquor industry but is expected to affect various sectors, including automotive and real estate, indicating a broader economic trend [5] Group 3 - Historical precedents show that proactive price adjustments in the liquor industry can lead to increased market activity and expanded market share, as seen during the adjustments from 2013 to 2015 [7] - The current challenges in the liquor industry, such as supply-demand imbalances and inventory pressures, are more complex than in previous years, making it essential for companies to embrace price reductions to rebuild the pricing system [7] - The price adjustments by Moutai and Wuliangye are likely to trigger a broader industry-wide price restructuring, potentially leading to the elimination of smaller, less distinctive liquor brands [7]