KWEICHOW MOUTAI(SH:600519) Yin He Zheng Quan·2025-12-14 12:34Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the food and beverage industry [1] Core Insights - The November CPI shows continued positive growth, with a year-on-year increase of 0.7% compared to 0.2% in October. Food prices also turned positive, with a year-on-year increase of 0.2% [5][6] - The central economic work conference emphasizes expanding domestic demand, which is expected to improve per capita income and drive recovery in the food and beverage sector [5][6] - The report highlights the potential for new consumption (higher quality goods and services) to contribute positively to the industry [5] Summary by Sections 1. November CPI and Economic Focus - November CPI increased by 0.7% year-on-year, marking two consecutive months of positive growth. Food prices rose by 0.2% year-on-year, with fresh vegetable prices increasing by 15% [5][6] - The central economic work conference prioritizes expanding domestic demand and improving income plans, which is expected to benefit the food and beverage industry [5][6] 2. Data Tracking: December Price Trends - As of December 12, 2025, the price of Feitian Moutai continued to decline, with prices at 1495/1485 RMB for whole and individual bottles, down 85 RMB from November 30 [7] - Core raw material prices show mixed trends, with packaging material prices declining year-on-year, while some raw materials like aluminum and paper boxes saw increases [16][27] 3. Market Review: December Index Performance - The food and beverage index fell by 3.5% as of December 12, 2025, underperforming the Wind All A index by 4.5%, ranking 27th among 31 sub-industries [47][49] - All ten sub-sectors experienced declines, with beer, seasoning, and soft drinks showing relatively smaller drops [47][49] 4. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on companies in the mass consumer sector, including Dongpeng Beverage, Nongfu Spring, and others, as well as key players in the liquor sector like Kweichow Moutai and Shanxi Fenjiu [50][51] - New consumption trends are expected to continue, with opportunities in snack and functional beverage markets, while traditional consumption is anticipated to improve [50][51]