食品饮料行业周报：统一Q1盈利亮眼，把握结构性α

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Increase" rating for the food and beverage industry, indicating a positive outlook with expected performance exceeding the benchmark index by over 10% [5]. Core Insights - The report highlights the strong performance of leading companies in the liquor sector, particularly focusing on the structural alpha opportunities in the market. It emphasizes three main lines of investment: leading brands, high-certainty regional brands, and resilient recovery stocks [1][2]. - In the beer and beverage segment, the acquisition of Jimo Huangjiu by Qingdao Beer is noted as a strategic move towards diversification, with expectations of continued growth in the beverage sector despite competitive pressures [3]. - The report also discusses innovative marketing strategies in the food sector, such as collaborations between brands to create unique products, which are seen as essential for maintaining market leadership [4]. Summary by Sections Liquor Sector - The liquor industry is transitioning from a performance window to a sales off-season, with companies focusing on enhancing brand strength, product structure, and marketing strategies. The report suggests that the pressures and risks in the industry are gradually being released, indicating a potential recovery in demand [2]. Beer and Beverage Sector - The beer segment is experiencing challenges, with Budweiser Asia reporting a decline in sales and prices. However, Qingdao Beer’s acquisition of Jimo Huangjiu is viewed as a step towards diversification and long-term growth. The beverage sector is expected to maintain high demand due to improved travel scenarios and extended holidays [3]. Food Sector - The food industry is witnessing innovative collaborations, such as the partnership between Weidong and Wufangzhai to launch new products for the Dragon Boat Festival. This trend of brand collaboration is seen as a key factor for sustaining leadership in a changing market [4].