YILI(SH:600887) CSC SECURITIES (HK) LTD·2025-04-30 05:23Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside in the stock price [4][8]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of RMB 115.78 billion for 2024, a year-on-year decline of 8.2%, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 8.45 billion, down 19% [5]. - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of RMB 33.02 billion, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 1.4%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 4.87 billion, a decrease of 17.7% [5]. - The company is expected to see a gradual improvement in performance from 2025 to 2027, with projected net profits of RMB 10.71 billion, RMB 12.18 billion, and RMB 13.40 billion, respectively, representing year-on-year growth rates of 26.7%, 13.8%, and 10% [8]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - The company operates in the food and beverage industry, with a market capitalization of RMB 182.37 billion and a current share price of RMB 28.79 [1]. Financial Performance - The company reported a significant decline in revenue and net profit for 2024, with a net profit margin impacted by increased competition and lower birth rates affecting dairy demand [5][6]. - The Q4 2024 results showed a revenue of RMB 26.74 billion, down 7% year-on-year, and a net loss of RMB 2.42 billion [5]. Product Segmentation - The product mix includes liquid milk (59.98%), milk powder and dairy products (26.92%), and frozen products (12.54%) [2]. Future Projections - The company anticipates a recovery in dairy demand, with a projected increase in net profit and earnings per share (EPS) over the next few years, with EPS expected to reach RMB 2.11 by 2027 [8][9].