Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the social services industry, highlighting positive trends and growth potential in various sectors [4]. Core Insights - The report emphasizes the strong performance of the new tea beverage sector, particularly following the "phenomenal IPO" of Mixue Ice City, which achieved a subscription rate of 5125 times and raised HKD 1.77 trillion. This has led to a reevaluation of the overall market valuation for the new tea beverage industry [2][9]. - In the travel sector, the expansion of international business is seen as a key driver for OTA platforms, with expectations for long-term profitability improvements despite short-term cost pressures [3][10]. - The education sector is experiencing growth driven by AI technology, with Duolingo reporting a 39% year-on-year revenue increase in Q4 2024, indicating a positive trend in the commercialization of AI in education [6][8]. Industry Dynamics and News Education - Duolingo's Q4 2024 revenue reached USD 210 million, up 39% year-on-year, with an adjusted EBITDA of USD 52.3 million and an EBITDA margin of 25% [6][8]. - Chinese education companies are accelerating their AI and specialized model applications, with notable developments from companies like Good Future and Doushen Education [8]. Chain Services - The tea beverage sector is expected to see a valuation reassessment due to the strong market performance of Mixue Ice City, with stock prices for brands like Gu Ming and Nayuki increasing by 79.5% and 23.7% respectively [2][9]. - Brands are adjusting franchise requirements to enhance operational quality and profitability, with Mixue adopting a "couple store" model for rural outlets [9][40]. Tourism - Ctrip reported Q4 2024 revenue of CNY 12.7 billion, a 23% year-on-year increase, with international business expected to significantly enhance profitability in the long run [3][10]. - The report highlights the ongoing recovery in the tourism sector, with international travel bookings surpassing pre-pandemic levels [10]. Market Performance - The social services industry saw a month-on-month increase of 3.8%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 1.8 percentage points, with education and professional services leading the gains [43][44]. - The report notes a significant interest in AI applications within the education sector, which is expected to drive further growth and innovation [43]. Key Stock Predictions and Valuations - The report includes earnings predictions for key companies, recommending stocks such as Gu Ming, Nayuki, and Ctrip, with expected earnings per share (EPS) growth and favorable price-to-earnings (PE) ratios [50].
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