智通财经网·2026-01-15 02:59Core Viewpoint - The report from CICC maintains a "outperforming the industry" rating for Nongfu Spring (09633), with an upward revision of net profit estimates for 2025 and 2026 by 2.5% and 2.8% to 15.3 billion and 17.3 billion yuan respectively, and introducing a profit estimate of 19.2 billion yuan for 2027. The target price is raised by 13% to 61 HKD, corresponding to 36/32 times the P/E for 2026/2027 and a 20% upside potential. Group 1 - The company is expected to see revenue growth accelerate in the second half of 2025, with a projected revenue increase of approximately 25% and a year-on-year revenue growth of over 20% for water products, narrowing the gap compared to 2023. The company is actively promoting the recovery of its red bottle water market share, with significant improvements in distributor confidence and consumer trust [1]. - The tea beverage segment is anticipated to grow by around 30% in the second half of 2025, with an overall annual growth rate exceeding 20%, driven by the successful "open cap win" campaign for Dongfang Shuye and increased winter promotion efforts [1]. - The juice segment is expected to maintain its growth momentum from the first half of 2025, with annual revenue growth projected to exceed 20%, primarily driven by the water-soluble C100 product and strong performance from NFC juice and 17.5° orange juice [1]. Group 2 - The company is expected to see a continuous improvement in profit margins, benefiting from lower PET prices and strong performance from Dongfang Shuye, leading to an enhanced product mix. The gross profit margin is projected to continue its upward trend in the second half of 2025, with a net profit growth of 25.8% for the year [2]. - The sales expense ratio is expected to remain stable with a slight decline year-on-year, driven by the increased revenue share from beverages, which reduces transportation costs, and improved efficiency in advertising and promotion [2]. Group 3 - The company is projected to finish 2025 on a stable note, with expectations of maintaining double-digit year-on-year growth in 2026, focusing on tea and water categories. Dongfang Shuye is likely to continue consolidating its market share through effective consumer engagement strategies [3]. - The packaging water business is showing a clear upward trend in market share, with expectations of returning to previous highs and continuing to gain market share in 2026. The juice and functional beverage segments are also expected to show ongoing strengths, with positive feedback on new iced tea products launched in the first half of 2025 and further expansion in the coffee category anticipated in 2026 [3].