Huaxin Securities·2025-08-04 14:31Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" investment rating for the food and beverage industry [7] Core Insights - The liquor sector is showing signs of bottoming out, with increased catalysts for investment and improved cost-effectiveness in allocations. Factors include ongoing policy adjustments, low fund allocations in Q2 2025, and rising dividend yields from liquor companies [5][6] - The overall beverage market is experiencing a shift towards new consumption patterns, particularly in instant retail and tea beverage sectors, driven by efficiency and scale [6][7] - The report highlights a focus on key companies within the liquor sector, including Guizhou Moutai, Wuliangye, and Luzhou Laojiao, as well as flexible stocks like JiuGui Jiu and SheDe JiuYe [5][7] Summary by Sections Industry News - The liquor manufacturing industry's profit decreased by 2.1% year-on-year in the first half of the year [16] - The production of Renhuai liquor is expected to exceed 310,000 tons in 2024 [16] - Regulatory measures in Guiyang have been introduced to liquor companies [16] Company News - Guizhou Moutai has undergone personnel adjustments in its supervisory board [16] - SheDe JiuYe's board member resigned from his position [16] Key Company Feedback - The report emphasizes the importance of maintaining a diversified portfolio in the liquor sector, with a focus on companies that are actively engaging in market strategies and product differentiation [5][6] Industry Performance - The food and beverage sector has shown varied performance over the past month, with a slight increase of 0.2% [2] - The liquor sector is currently undergoing a destocking cycle, facing multiple pressures from pricing, demand, and policy [5] Key Data Trends - In 2024, the liquor industry is projected to generate revenue of 796.4 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 5.3% [35] - The cumulative production of liquor in 2024 is expected to be 4.145 million tons, down 7.72% year-on-year [35]