Soochow Securities·2026-01-26 05:24Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report highlights the acquisition of DFS's Greater China operations by the company, which aims to deepen strategic cooperation with LVMH [8] - The acquisition is expected to enhance the company's position in the Hong Kong and Macau duty-free market, integrating DFS's resources to expand international channels [8] - The company anticipates a recovery in sales due to favorable policies and the opening of new duty-free stores, projecting a significant increase in net profit in the coming years [8] Financial Projections - Total revenue is projected to be 67.54 billion yuan in 2023, with a year-on-year growth of 24.08%, followed by a decline in 2024 to 56.47 billion yuan, and a gradual recovery thereafter [1] - Net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to be 6.71 billion yuan in 2023, with a growth rate of 33.46%, declining to 4.27 billion yuan in 2024, and then recovering to 5.81 billion yuan by 2027 [1] - The latest diluted EPS is forecasted to be 3.25 yuan in 2023, decreasing to 2.06 yuan in 2024, and gradually increasing to 2.81 yuan by 2027 [1] Market Data - The closing price of the company's stock is 93.32 yuan, with a market capitalization of approximately 193.07 billion yuan [5] - The price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) is projected to be 28.76 for the current price and latest diluted earnings [1] Strategic Developments - The company is set to strengthen its presence in the Hong Kong and Macau markets through the acquisition of DFS, which has a significant brand presence and strategic locations [8] - The partnership with LVMH is expected to facilitate further collaboration across various channels, enhancing the company's competitive edge [8]