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Core Viewpoint - Shandong Huawutang Cosmetics Co., Ltd., the parent company of the popular domestic brand "Banmu Huatian," is preparing for an IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with CITIC Securities as the sole sponsor [2][4]. Company Overview - Banmu Huatian was founded by a couple from Shandong, Qi Yunjie and Shang Ximei, who initially engaged in herbal tea business before focusing on rose-based products in their hometown, known for its rose cultivation [3]. - The company started with rose hydrosol and expanded its product line to include body lotions, facial cleansers, and shampoos, achieving significant popularity through Douyin (TikTok) [3][7]. Financial Performance - The company reported revenues of 1.199 billion RMB in 2023, projected to grow to 1.499 billion RMB in 2024 and 1.895 billion RMB in the first three quarters of 2025, with adjusted net profits of 24 million RMB, 83 million RMB, and 148 million RMB respectively [10]. - The body care segment is the primary revenue source, accounting for 41.8% of total revenue in the first three quarters of 2025, while the hair care segment saw a nearly fivefold increase in revenue [10]. Market Position - Banmu Huatian is recognized as the leading domestic brand in body lotion, body scrub, and facial cleanser categories, according to data from Frost & Sullivan [8]. - The average price of its products is maintained around 20 RMB, with a strategy to expand offline channels by reducing prices from 21.9 RMB in 2023 to 19.3 RMB in 2024 [11]. Sales Channels - Online sales remain the dominant channel, contributing 85.7%, 75.9%, and 76.3% of total revenue in 2023, 2024, and the first three quarters of 2025, respectively [11]. - Douyin is a key platform for sales, with the company's GMV consistently exceeding 50 million to 75 million RMB, and six months surpassing 100 million RMB in 2025 [12]. Competitive Landscape - The company faces intense competition in the personal care market, with rising challenges from both established brands and new entrants [13]. - Marketing expenses are significant, with a sales expense ratio of 47.3% in the first three quarters of 2025, while R&D expenditure has decreased [13].