Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating and sets a target price of HKD 125.6, indicating a potential upside of 17.2% from the current price [2][3]. Core Insights - The report highlights that Pop Mart is a leading player in the Chinese trendy toy market, with a comprehensive business model that spans from IP incubation to brand operation, demonstrating strong growth potential in both domestic and international markets [1][2][19]. - The company achieved a revenue of CNY 6.301 billion in 2023, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 36.5%, with a total registered membership of 34.35 million [1][4]. - The global trendy toy market is projected to grow from USD 19.8 billion in 2019 to USD 41.8 billion by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.1% [21][22]. Company Overview - Pop Mart was established in 2010 and has evolved into a leading cultural and entertainment company in China, focusing on trendy toys and IP development [6][19]. - The company operates a fully integrated platform covering the entire trendy toy industry chain, connecting niche designers with a broad consumer base [1][31]. Financial Performance - The report forecasts the company's net profit for FY24, FY25, and FY26 to be CNY 2.726 billion, CNY 3.961 billion, and CNY 5.216 billion, respectively, indicating significant growth [2][4]. - The company’s revenue is expected to exceed CNY 10 billion in 2024, showcasing robust growth momentum [6]. Market Dynamics - The Chinese trendy toy market is still in its early stages, with a projected market size of CNY 764 billion by 2024 and CNY 1.101 trillion by 2026, reflecting a CAGR of 20% [20][23]. - Pop Mart holds a market share of 8.5% in the Chinese trendy toy market, positioning it as the largest brand in the sector [24]. IP Strategy - The core of Pop Mart's business model is its IP strategy, which includes self-owned, exclusive, and non-exclusive IPs, with a total of 93 IP images as of mid-2024 [7][33]. - The company has successfully launched several popular IPs, such as MOLLY and SKULLPANDA, which have shown strong sales performance [35][36]. Supply Chain and Innovation - Pop Mart has developed a responsive and innovative supply chain system, reducing inventory turnover days from 133 to 101 days in 2024 [43]. - The company emphasizes material and process innovation, enhancing product quality and design capabilities [44]. Distribution Channels - The company has established a comprehensive online and offline distribution network, with a total of 2,789 stores as of mid-2024 [50]. - Offline channels contribute 52% of revenue, while online channels account for 29%, indicating a balanced sales strategy [50].

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating for the company [3][6]. Core Insights - The company is a global leader in the smartphone market, focusing on smartphones, smart hardware, and IoT platforms. The smartphone revenue has consistently accounted for over 50% of total revenue, reaching 54.67% in the first three quarters of 2024. IoT and lifestyle products contributed 28.51%, while internet services made up 9.64% of total revenue [1][2][3]. - The company is advancing its "human-vehicle-home" ecosystem strategy and aims to become a global leader in core technology through significant investments in foundational technologies over the next decade [1][3][24]. - The company has made significant progress in its dual-brand strategy with Xiaomi and Redmi, achieving breakthroughs in high-end market segments while maintaining competitive pricing [2][33]. Financial Projections and Valuation - The adjusted net profit forecasts for 2024, 2025, and 2026 are projected at 253.15 billion, 319.16 billion, and 383.86 billion RMB, respectively. The corresponding P/E ratios are estimated at 54.35, 43.11, and 35.85 times [3][5]. - The company’s total revenue for 2024 is expected to reach 362.2 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth rate of 33.67% [5][26]. Business Development - The company is actively expanding its automotive business, having officially entered the smart electric vehicle market in March 2021. The first vehicle, the Xiaomi SU7 series, is set to be delivered in April 2024 [2][49]. - The AIoT strategy is continuously evolving, with the number of connected IoT devices reaching 861.4 million by the third quarter of 2024, marking a 23.2% year-on-year increase [18][46]. Market Position - As of the third quarter of 2024, the company ranked third globally in smartphone shipments, with a market share of 13.8%, maintaining its position among the top three for seventeen consecutive quarters [18][39]. - The company has achieved a significant increase in its active user base, with 685.8 million monthly active users as of September 2024, reflecting a 10.1% year-on-year growth [18].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The company's Q4 performance exceeded expectations, with revenue reaching 12.7 billion yuan (up 23.3% year-over-year), operating profit at 2.3 billion yuan (margin of 18.1%), and Non-GAAP net profit at 3 billion yuan (up 14% year-over-year) [4][5] - The growth in international travel demand, driven by visa-free policies, has significantly boosted the company's performance, with outbound hotel and flight bookings increasing over 20% compared to the same period in 2019 [5] - The company has announced a new capital return plan, including a share repurchase program of up to 400 million USD and a cash dividend totaling approximately 200 million USD [6] Financial Performance Summary - For Q4, the revenue breakdown by business segment includes: - Accommodation booking revenue of 5.2 billion yuan (up 32.7% year-over-year) - Transportation ticketing revenue of 4.8 billion yuan (up 16.4% year-over-year) - Vacation package revenue of 870 million yuan (up 23.6% year-over-year) - Business travel management revenue of 700 million yuan (up 10.7% year-over-year) - Other business revenue of 1.2 billion yuan (up 24.9% year-over-year) [4] - The company expects revenues for 2025, 2026, and 2027 to be 61.24 billion yuan, 68.53 billion yuan, and 76.68 billion yuan respectively, with year-over-year growth rates of 15%, 12%, and 12% [7] - Adjusted net profit forecasts for the same years are 18.64 billion yuan, 21.76 billion yuan, and 24.78 billion yuan, with year-over-year growth rates of 3%, 17%, and 14% [7] Market Position and Outlook - The company is experiencing a strong recovery in travel demand, with cross-border flight recovery rates reaching 80% of 2019 levels, and European flight capacity recovery at 96% [5] - The anticipated continued growth in international travel demand is expected to further drive the company's performance in the coming years [5]

Investment Rating - The report initiates coverage with a "Buy" rating and sets a target price of HKD 125.6, indicating a potential upside of 17.2% from the current price [2][3]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the company, Pop Mart, is a leading player in the Chinese trendy toy market, with a comprehensive operational platform covering the entire industry chain from IP incubation to brand operation [1][6]. - The company has demonstrated strong revenue growth, with a projected net profit of RMB 27.3 billion, RMB 39.6 billion, and RMB 52.2 billion for FY24, FY25, and FY26 respectively [2][4]. - The global trendy toy market is rapidly expanding, with a forecasted growth from USD 198 billion in 2019 to USD 418 billion by 2024, driven by rising disposable incomes and the successful incubation of quality trendy toy IPs [1][22]. Company Overview - Pop Mart was established in 2010 and has evolved into a leading cultural and entertainment company in China, focusing on trendy toys and IP development [6][19]. - The company has achieved significant revenue growth over the past three years, with revenues of RMB 44.9 billion, RMB 46.2 billion, and RMB 63.0 billion from 2021 to 2023 [6][20]. - As of mid-2024, Pop Mart operates 2,789 stores, including 2,563 in mainland China and 226 in Hong Kong, Macau, and overseas [6][50]. Market Dynamics - The Chinese trendy toy market is still in its early stages, with a projected market size of RMB 764 billion by 2024 and RMB 1,101 billion by 2026, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20% [20][23]. - The report notes that the market is characterized by a low concentration of players, with Pop Mart holding a market share of 8.5% in 2019, making it the largest brand in the sector [24][30]. - The company is actively expanding its overseas presence, with expectations that international business could account for over 50% of its revenue by 2025, focusing on markets in Europe, the United States, Japan, South Korea, and Southeast Asia [24][29]. IP Strategy - Pop Mart's core business model revolves around an integrated platform that connects artists and consumers, facilitating the commercialization of IP products [31][32]. - The company has successfully incubated multiple popular IPs, including MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, and DIMOO, with a total of 93 IP images as of mid-2024 [7][35]. - The report emphasizes the importance of continuous IP operation and channel development as key competitive advantages for the company [31][33]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue for FY2023 was RMB 63.01 billion, representing a year-on-year growth of 36.5% [1][4]. - The report provides a detailed financial summary, projecting significant growth in operating profit and net profit over the next few years, with FY2024 expected to see a 94.1% increase in revenue [4][6]. - The company has also improved its inventory turnover days, reducing from 133 days at the end of 2023 to 101 days in mid-2024, indicating enhanced operational efficiency [43].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price of HKD 411.00 [8][9]. Core Insights - The company's 4Q24 performance met expectations, with revenue and net profit reaching HKD 63.8 billion and HKD 37.8 billion, respectively, representing year-on-year increases of 31% and 46% [1]. - The average daily trading volume (ADT) for Hong Kong stocks in 4Q24 was HKD 186.9 billion, a significant year-on-year increase of 105% [2]. - The company is expected to maintain high profitability in 1Q25 due to continued market enthusiasm and a sufficient IPO pipeline [1][2]. Summary by Sections Trading Business - 4Q24 trading revenue was HKD 37.4 billion, exceeding previous expectations, primarily due to a higher proportion of small transactions leading to a higher effective trading fee rate [2]. - The ADT for Hong Kong stocks increased significantly to HKD 186.9 billion, with derivatives and commodities showing mixed performance [2]. IPO Activity - The number of IPOs in 4Q24 rose to 26, with total financing amounting to HKD 32.4 billion, indicating a healthy IPO environment [3]. - The IPO queue reached 114 companies, suggesting a robust pipeline for future listings [3]. Investment Performance - The investment scale increased to HKD 238.6 billion by the end of 4Q24, although the overall investment yield declined to 2.1% [4]. - The company anticipates a gradual decrease in investment yields due to lower interest rates, but still expects to maintain reasonable returns in the short term [4]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The net profit forecasts for 2025 and 2026 have been adjusted to HKD 13.9 billion and HKD 13.3 billion, respectively, reflecting a positive outlook based on active trading conditions [5]. - The target price has been revised upwards to HKD 411.00 based on a discounted cash flow (DCF) valuation method [5].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for Xiaomi Corp [1] Core Insights - Xiaomi's pricing strategy for the SU7 Ultra significantly enhances its brand image while retaining its value-for-money philosophy, marking a decisive move into the ultra-premium market [2][10] - The SU7 Ultra's price was reduced to Rmb529,900 from an initial pre-sale price of Rmb814,900, which is expected to broaden its sales potential, although volume is not the primary focus for Xiaomi [2][8] - The vehicle's impressive specifications, including 1,548 PS power and a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 1.98 seconds, position it as a competitive model in the ultra-premium segment [9][12] Summary by Sections Event - Xiaomi officially launched the SU7 Ultra on February 27, 2025, with a guide price of Rmb529,900, a reduction of Rmb285,000 from the pre-sale price, exceeding market expectations [6][1] - The vehicle secured over 6,900 orders within 10 minutes and surpassed 10,000 orders in 2 hours post-launch [6] Comments - The "Quality-to-Price" strategy is leading Xiaomi's brand upgrade, showcasing its commitment to high-end transformation while maintaining cost-effectiveness [7][10] - The pricing strategy allows middle-class consumers to experience luxury car features, potentially accelerating the break-even timeline for its automotive business [8][10] Technology and Features - The SU7 Ultra is equipped with advanced technology, including Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8295 chipset and Xiaomi HyperOS, enhancing voice control and interactive experiences [11] - The intelligent driving system boasts a total computing power of 11.45 EFLOPS and utilizes a comprehensive sensor suite for 360-degree coverage [11][12] - The model supports various intelligent driving capabilities, including automatic recognition for tolls and parking assistance, with a full rollout of features expected soon [12][13]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [3][11]. Core Insights - The company has received multiple product approvals and is set to disclose significant clinical data, with its first domestic TROP2 ADC expected to lead clinical iterations [3][11]. - Merck's continued investment overseas indicates the emerging potential of the next-generation blockbuster products [11]. Financial Summary - Revenue projections for 2024-2026 have been adjusted to 1.732 billion, 1.670 billion, and 2.666 billion RMB respectively, reflecting a slight decrease in 2025 expectations [11]. - The company reported a revenue increase from 804 million RMB in 2022 to 1.540 billion RMB in 2023, representing a 91.6% growth [7]. - The gross profit is expected to rise from 759 million RMB in 2023 to 1.103 billion RMB in 2024 [7]. Product Development - The core product, Lukanasatuzumab, was approved for market release in November 2024, targeting second-line and above triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) [11]. - Additional indications for Lukanasatuzumab are in the NDA stage, with approvals anticipated in 2025 for 3L EGFRm NSCLC and 2L EGFRm NSCLC [11]. - Other products, including Tagolizumab and biosimilars, are also set for approval in early 2025 [11]. Clinical Trials - The company is expected to disclose critical clinical data from ongoing trials, including registration trials for Lukanasatuzumab in various indications [11]. - Merck has initiated 12 key clinical trials for Lukanasatuzumab, indicating its importance in the oncology field [11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [3][14]. Core Views - The company achieved record high performance in 2024, with total revenue of HKD 22.37 billion, a year-on-year increase of 9%, and net profit of HKD 13.05 billion, also up 10% year-on-year [1][2]. - The report highlights the sustainable improvement in Hong Kong stock market liquidity, supported by fee reforms and the influx of mainland long-term capital [1][3]. - The company is expected to benefit from the deepening interconnection between the mainland and Hong Kong IPO markets, with a significant increase in IPO activities [5][6]. Financial Data and Earnings Forecast - Revenue and profit projections for the company from 2023 to 2027 are as follows: - Revenue (in million HKD): 20,516 (2023), 22,374 (2024), 24,767 (2025E), 26,283 (2026E), 27,104 (2027E) [2][6]. - Net profit (in million HKD): 11,862 (2023), 13,050 (2024), 14,307 (2025E), 15,108 (2026E), 15,451 (2027E) [2][6]. - The company anticipates a net profit growth of 10% in 2025, 6% in 2026, and 2% in 2027 [5]. Revenue Breakdown - The company's revenue is primarily driven by trading and settlement fees, contributing nearly 60% to its main revenue. The breakdown of revenue by segment for 2024 is as follows: - Cash market: HKD 9.42 billion (+15% YoY) - Equity securities and derivatives: HKD 6.20 billion (-5% YoY) - Commodities: HKD 2.79 billion (+27% YoY) - Data and connectivity: HKD 2.13 billion (+3% YoY) - Company projects: HKD 1.83 billion (+15% YoY) [5][6]. Investment Analysis Opinion - The report raises the earnings forecast for 2025-2026 and introduces a forecast for 2027, maintaining a "Buy" rating. The company is expected to achieve net profits of HKD 14.31 billion, HKD 15.11 billion, and HKD 15.45 billion for 2025E, 2026E, and 2027E respectively [5][6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Li Ning (2331 HK) with a target price of HK$19.30, indicating a potential upside of 16% from the current price of HK$16.68 [1][4][5] Core Views - The report projects a revenue growth of 2.2% and a decline in net profit of 3.3% for 2024, with expected revenues of RMB 28.2 billion and net profits of RMB 3.08 billion [2][5] - The company is entering a stable development phase, with a forecasted revenue increase of 3.9% to RMB 29.33 billion and a net profit increase of 6.4% to RMB 3.28 billion for 2025 [2][3] Summary by Sections Revenue and Profit Forecast - For 2024, revenue is expected to grow by 2.2% to RMB 28.2 billion, while net profit is projected to decline by 3.3% to RMB 3.08 billion [2][5] - For 2025, revenue is forecasted to increase by 3.9% to RMB 29.33 billion, and net profit is expected to rise by 6.4% to RMB 3.28 billion [2][3] Financial Data Summary - The financial data for Li Ning shows a revenue of RMB 27.6 billion for 2023, with projections of RMB 28.2 billion for 2024 and RMB 29.3 billion for 2025 [4][6] - The net profit for 2023 is recorded at RMB 3.19 billion, with expectations of RMB 3.08 billion for 2024 and RMB 3.28 billion for 2025 [4][6] Valuation and Earnings - The report maintains the earnings forecast and target price, corresponding to a P/E ratio of 14 times for 2025 [3][5] - The projected earnings per share (EPS) for 2024 is RMB 1.19, for 2025 is RMB 1.27, and for 2026 is RMB 1.34 [4][5]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited is "Buy" [6] Core Insights - In 2024, Hong Kong Exchanges achieved a revenue of HK$22.374 billion, a year-on-year increase of 9%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of HK$13.050 billion, up 10% year-on-year. The fourth quarter saw a significant net profit increase of 46% year-on-year and 20% quarter-on-quarter, driven by higher trading volumes in the spot and derivatives markets as well as increased investment income [1][4] - The report highlights a notable improvement in trading volumes, particularly in the spot market, where the average daily trading volume increased by 26% year-on-year. The stock connect programs also saw significant growth, with daily trading volumes increasing by 55% and 39% for Hong Kong and mainland China respectively [2] - The report projects a net profit growth of 10% for 2024, benefiting from increased trading volumes and investment income, with expected net profit growth rates of 20%, 10%, and 10% for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [4][11] Summary by Sections Performance Overview - In 2024, the revenue breakdown by business lines showed a year-on-year growth of 15% for the spot market, a decline of 5% for derivatives, a growth of 27% for commodities, 3% for data and connectivity, and 15% for company projects [1] - Revenue from trading and trading system usage fees grew by 18%, while listing fees decreased by 3%. Settlement and clearing fees increased by 21% [1] Trading Activity - The report notes that the trading activity in the derivatives market improved, with a slight revenue increase of 2% in 2024. The trading income from structured products also saw a 3% increase, a significant recovery compared to a 10% decline in the first three quarters of 2024 [2] - The commodities market remained active, with trading fees from LME and LME Clear increasing by 33% and 30% respectively, attributed to an 18% rise in average daily trading volumes [2] Fundraising and Listings - In 2024, the number of new listings on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange was 71, a decrease of 2 from 2023, but the total fundraising amount increased by 90%, primarily due to the listing of Midea Group, which was the largest IPO in Hong Kong since February 2021 [3] - The report also mentions that the number of new derivative warrants and structured products listed increased by 43% in the fourth quarter of 2024 [3] Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The forecast for 2025-2027 indicates an expected EPS of HK$12.40, HK$13.62, and HK$14.94, with corresponding P/E ratios of 29, 27, and 24 times respectively. The target price for 2025 is set at HK$471.01, based on a 38 times P/E ratio [4][11]