Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-02-09 01:26Core Insights - The Chinese white liquor market continues to see an upward trend in retail prices, with the average price of the top ten products reaching 9,221 yuan on February 9, marking a 29 yuan increase from the previous day and the highest since December 27, 2025 [1][6] Price Movements - Among the top ten products, six saw price increases, three experienced declines, and one remained stable, indicating a strong overall upward momentum in prices [1][6] - Leading the price increases, Yanghe Dream Blue M6+ rose by 13 yuan per bottle, followed by Gujing Gong 20 with a 12 yuan increase, and both Guojiao 1573 and premium Moutai increased by 7 yuan per bottle [1][6] - Moutai's Flying Moutai saw a 5 yuan increase, achieving a one-month high, supported by strong market demand ahead of the Spring Festival [1][6] Market Dynamics - The white liquor market is experiencing significant differentiation, with high-end products performing well while mid-range products face slight declines [2][7] - A recent survey indicated a 10%-20% decline in overall sales across the white liquor market, with regional variations; for instance, Shandong and Anhui saw declines of about 20% [2][7] - Despite the overall downturn, over 30% of distributors reported stable or growing performance, particularly for premium brands like Flying Moutai, which saw some distributors' sales increase by over 40% year-on-year [2][7] Pricing Trends - The price dynamics show a clear bifurcation: high-end products priced above 800 yuan are driven by gifting and banquet demands, while the 100-200 yuan range benefits from business and daily consumption needs [2][7] - Conversely, the 300-600 yuan mid-range segment is under pressure, experiencing over a 20% decline in sales due to economic conditions and market competition [2][7]