Investment Rating - The report does not provide a specific investment rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company is experiencing steady growth in its vaping segment, while the future of Heat-Not-Burn (HNB) products looks promising, although increased expenses are impacting short-term profitability [1] - The company reported a net profit of 192 million yuan for Q1 2025, a decrease of 43.4% year-on-year, with total comprehensive income of 208 million yuan, down 32.9% year-on-year [1] - The report anticipates a stable revenue stream for Q1, with profit pressure primarily due to increased expenses and a higher tax rate compared to the previous year [1] Summary by Sections Market Environment - The report highlights regulatory changes affecting disposable vaping products in Belgium, France, and the UK, which are expected to pressure the company's performance in this segment [2] - The company is expected to see a recovery in its APV and refillable products overseas, with a trend of year-on-year improvement anticipated [2] HNB Product Development - The company is positioned to benefit from the expansion of HNB products in the US market, with expectations for the launch of new products by PMI [3] - The report notes that the US market is crucial for the company, with projected revenue and adjusted operating profit contributions of 44% and 54%, respectively [3] Financial Projections - The company is projected to achieve adjusted net profits of 1.41 billion yuan in 2025, 2.34 billion yuan in 2026, and 3.03 billion yuan in 2027, with corresponding P/E ratios of 39.9X, 24.1X, and 18.6X [4] - Total revenue is expected to grow from 11.8 billion yuan in 2024 to 17.1 billion yuan in 2027, with a compound annual growth rate of approximately 23% [5] - The report outlines a decrease in net profit for 2024, followed by a recovery in subsequent years, with growth rates of 8% in 2025 and 66% in 2026 [5][7] Key Financial Metrics - The company’s total assets are projected to increase from 27.65 billion yuan in 2024 to 35.85 billion yuan in 2027, indicating a strong growth trajectory [6][7] - The report provides detailed financial metrics, including operating income, net profit, and earnings per share (EPS), with EPS expected to rise from 0.21 yuan in 2024 to 0.49 yuan in 2027 [5][6]
思摩尔国际（06969）：雾化稳健成长、HNB未来可期，费用投放影响短期盈利