KAIYUAN SECURITIES·2025-12-21 09:14Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - Domestic demand policies empower consumption, and the liquor industry is entering a deep adjustment period. The food and beverage index increased by 1.0% from December 15 to December 19, ranking 11th among primary sub-industries, outperforming the CSI 300 by approximately 1.3 percentage points. Sub-industries such as baked goods (+8.0%), snacks (+7.5%), and pre-processed foods (+5.6%) performed relatively well. The recent emphasis on expanding domestic demand as a long-term strategy provides clear policy guidance and support for the consumption and food and beverage industries. The current consumption sector is entering a strategic opportunity period with intensive policy support, and the food and beverage industry, as a core sector of essential consumption, is expected to benefit directly from the domestic demand boost. Health, quality, and cost pressure alleviation are core trends, with leading companies showing resilient profitability. The liquor sector is currently in a bottoming phase, with strong brand power and multi-price range layouts expected to see valuation recovery. Dairy products and beer are also expected to experience a bottom reversal due to policy relief and low base effects. The current consumption sector shows bottom characteristics, with policy dividends and fundamental recovery resonating, presenting configuration value [3][10][12]. Summary by Sections Weekly Viewpoints - Domestic demand policies empower consumption, and the liquor industry is entering a deep adjustment period. The food and beverage index increased by 1.0%, outperforming the CSI 300 by approximately 1.3 percentage points. The sub-industries of baked goods, snacks, and pre-processed foods performed well [10][12]. Market Performance - The food and beverage index increased by 1.0%, ranking 11th among 28 industries, outperforming the CSI 300 by approximately 1.3 percentage points. Leading individual stocks included Huanlejia, Zhuangyuan Pasture, and Huangshi Group, while ST Xifa, Richen Shares, and Jinzi Ham saw declines [12][14]. Upstream Data - Some upstream raw material prices have declined. For instance, the price of whole milk powder fell by 18.7% year-on-year, and fresh milk prices decreased by 2.9% year-on-year. The domestic milk price is expected to continue its downward trend in the short term [17][21]. Liquor Industry Data - The international market for Wuliangye has shown strong growth in 2025, with the company focusing on global expansion and local operations. The liquor industry is currently in a deep adjustment phase, with demand decline driving price reductions. Companies are shifting from scale expansion to stock competition, realigning market shares based on actual consumer demand [45][46]. Recommended Portfolio - Recommended stocks include Guizhou Moutai, Shanxi Fenjiu, Ximai Food, Weilong Delicious, and Bairun Shares. Guizhou Moutai is focusing on sustainable development despite short-term demand pressures. Shanxi Fenjiu has high mid-term growth certainty, while Ximai Food is experiencing stable growth in its main business [4][50].