ANTA SPORTS(02020) 群益证券·2025-03-19 09:04Investment Rating - The report assigns a "BUY" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside in the stock price [6]. Core Insights - The company is expected to achieve a revenue of RMB 70.83 billion in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 13.6%. The operating profit is projected to be RMB 16.6 billion, with a year-on-year increase of 8%. The net profit attributable to shareholders is forecasted to reach RMB 15.6 billion, marking a significant year-on-year growth of 52.4% [6][10]. - The company is focusing on a "single focus, multi-brand, globalization" strategy, aiming to enhance its operational strategies and brand competitiveness globally [7]. Company Overview - The company operates in the textile and apparel industry, with a current stock price of HKD 97.90 as of March 19, 2025. The market capitalization stands at approximately HKD 215.84 billion [2]. - The company has a diversified product portfolio, with footwear accounting for 41.2%, apparel for 55.6%, and accessories for 3.2% of total revenue [3]. Financial Performance - The company reported a net profit of RMB 7.59 billion in 2022, with projections of RMB 10.24 billion in 2023 and RMB 15.6 billion in 2024. The expected earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is RMB 4.84, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 19 times [10][11]. - The gross profit margin for the reporting period decreased by 0.4 percentage points to 62.2%, primarily due to the increased proportion of lower-margin footwear products and e-commerce operations [7]. Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to continue exploring new store formats and enhancing its retail channels, with a focus on brand marketing and operational efficiency [7]. - The company aims to expand its international presence, particularly in Southeast Asia, with a total of 243 overseas stores by the end of last year [7].