Group 1 - The core viewpoint of Dongwu Securities maintains a "buy" rating for Guoquan (02517), highlighting a strong performance during the New Year and continued positive trends in same-store sales [1] - The company is expected to achieve net profits of 450 million, 600 million, and 760 million yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, reflecting year-on-year growth of 94%, 34%, and 27% [1] - The price-to-earnings ratio (PE) is projected to be 24, 18, and 14 times for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 [1] Group 2 - The company is expanding its store formats and enhancing its scene-based capabilities, aiming for a strategy of "doubling the area and tripling the performance" through store renovations [1] - The introduction of high-frequency product categories such as fried food and beverages is expected to drive sales of lower-frequency hot pot ingredients [1] - The new "Guoquan Xiaochao" business model is expected to open new market opportunities, utilizing standardized supply chains and smart cooking robots to enhance efficiency and reduce costs [2] - This new model is seen as a key part of the company's "community central kitchen" strategy, enriching the consumption scenarios for family meals and serving as a critical driver for exploring a second growth curve [2]