Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 25.00, up from the previous target of HKD 16.25 [6][4]. Core Insights - The company is expected to see a revenue increase of 18% year-on-year for the first half of 2025, with projected revenue of HKD 60.13 billion. However, net profit is forecasted to decline by 21% to 35% year-on-year, primarily due to increased non-cash share payments and rising operational costs associated with expanding its proprietary brand business [1][4]. - The regulatory environment in the US and Europe is tightening, which is anticipated to drive demand for compliant products, positively impacting the company's core vaporization business [2][4]. - The new HNB product, Glo Hilo, has shown promising performance in the Japanese market, indicating significant growth potential for the company as it expands its product offerings [3][4]. Summary by Sections Revenue and Profit Forecast - The company forecasts a net profit of HKD 13.23 billion, HKD 21.40 billion, and HKD 27.62 billion for the years 2025 to 2027, respectively, with corresponding EPS of HKD 0.21, HKD 0.35, and HKD 0.45 [4][10]. Market and Regulatory Environment - The report highlights that the enforcement of regulations by the FDA in the US and similar measures in Europe are expected to restore sales of compliant vapor products, benefiting the company's market position [2][4]. Product Development and Innovation - The Glo Hilo product, launched in Japan, features enhanced heating efficiency and a variety of flavor options, which are expected to validate the product's market potential and drive future growth [3][4]. Valuation Metrics - The report assigns a PE ratio of 65 for 2026, reflecting the company's strong growth prospects and competitive advantages in the HNB market, leading to a target price increase [4][10].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [3][11]. Core Views - The company's Q2 performance met expectations, with a focus on further developing its outdoor brand portfolio and maintaining a multi-brand, global strategy [3]. - The company is expected to achieve revenue growth of 10.9% in 2025, 9.5% in 2026, and 8.7% in 2027, reaching revenues of 785.3 billion, 860.1 billion, and 934.5 billion respectively [3]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company is projected to decline by 15.8% in 2025, followed by growth of 11.6% in 2026 and 10.3% in 2027, amounting to 131.3 billion, 146.6 billion, and 161.6 billion respectively [3]. Summary by Sections Company Performance - Anta's main brand experienced low single-digit growth in Q2 2025, while FILA brand revenue grew in the mid-single digits. Other brands saw significant growth, with retail revenue increasing by 50-55% [1][2]. - The company has adjusted its franchise store operations and enhanced its e-commerce structure to improve efficiency [1]. Brand Analysis - FILA's performance was stable, with notable growth in children's and trendy lines after adjustments made in 2024. The brand is expanding into professional sports and outdoor products [2]. - Other brands like Descente and Kolon Sports reported over 40% and 70% revenue growth respectively, indicating strong performance in the women's sports segment [2]. Acquisition Impact - The acquisition of Jack Wolfskin for $290 million is expected to enhance the company's outdoor market presence and support international expansion [2]. Financial Projections - The financial summary indicates a revenue increase from 62.36 billion in 2023 to 78.53 billion in 2025, with a projected net profit of 13.13 billion in 2025 [4][3]. - The report outlines a decrease in net profit margin from 34.86% in 2024 to 17.53% in 2025, reflecting anticipated challenges [4]. Market Data - The company's stock closed at HKD 89.80, with a 12-month price range of HKD 65.90 to HKD 106.30, and a market capitalization of HKD 252.09 billion [5].

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the company, marking its first coverage [9][11]. Core Insights - Modern Dairy is a pioneer in large-scale farming, with digital transformation and refined operations driving cost reduction and resilience. The company is positioned as a leader in China's raw milk production and full industry chain operations, with a clear trend of tightening raw milk supply and demand gap, suggesting potential profitability improvement by the second half of 2025 [3][6][9]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Modern Dairy, established in 2005 and listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in 2010, is headquartered in Ma'anshan, Anhui Province. The company aims to be a global leader in the dairy industry through a strategy focused on industry chain layout, digital innovation, and collaboration with strategic partner Mengniu [6][17]. Market Dynamics - The report discusses the cyclical nature of raw milk prices, indicating that prices may stabilize and improve by mid to late 2025 due to a combination of steady demand and accelerated capacity reduction in the upstream dairy sector [7][9]. Business Performance - In 2024, the company's raw milk business generated revenue of 10.454 billion yuan, accounting for 78.83% of total revenue. The company has also expanded into feed and digital platform businesses to enhance vertical synergy within the industry chain [8][54]. Financial Metrics - Modern Dairy's EBITDA for 2024 reached 2.986 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 19.6%. The company reported a total revenue of 13.254 billion yuan, a slight decrease of 1.52% year-on-year, with a net profit attributable to shareholders of -1.417 billion yuan [18][61]. Growth Strategy - The company has focused on high-quality development driven by technology, optimizing cost structures, and improving resource utilization efficiency. This strategic shift aims to consolidate its leading position in the industry amid increasing market concentration [30][37]. Future Outlook - The report anticipates that the tightening supply-demand gap in raw milk will create investment opportunities, with significant upside potential in the company's earnings and valuation expected in 2025 and 2026 [9][61].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [5] Core Views - The company's retail revenue for Q2 2025 showed low single-digit year-on-year growth, consistent with Q1 performance. Offline channels experienced a low single-digit decline, while e-commerce channels grew at a mid-single-digit rate [2][3] - The running and fitness categories continue to outperform, with expected high single-digit growth in revenue for Q2. Basketball remains under pressure, while outdoor and badminton categories are growing rapidly [2][3] - The company is focusing on a stable store strategy, with a net decrease of 18 stores to 6099 by June 30. The company plans to maintain steady expansion in store numbers throughout the year [2][3] - Marketing efforts will focus on themes related to Yang Hansheng and the Olympics, aiming to boost sales in the basketball category and enhance brand recognition [3] Financial Summary - Projected revenue growth for 2025-2027 is 1.7%, 5.3%, and 4.5%, reaching 29.15 billion, 30.69 billion, and 32.07 billion yuan respectively. Net profit is expected to decline by 12.6% in 2025, followed by growth of 6.6% and 6.1% in the subsequent years [3][4] - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) is projected to be 1.02, 1.09, and 1.15 yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 14.65, 13.75, and 12.96 [4][12] - The company maintains a healthy inventory level despite a challenging consumption environment [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [4] Core Views - The company continues to lead the mass sports sector with strong revenue growth in Q2, achieving a 10% increase in both adult and children's apparel sales in offline channels, and a 20% growth in e-commerce sales [1][4] - The company is actively launching new products across various categories to capture market demand, including running shoes, basketball shoes, and children's footwear [2] - The company is expanding its brand exposure through event sponsorships and the establishment of super stores, which are expected to enhance offline channel growth [3][4] Revenue and Profit Forecast - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 11.4 billion, 12.7 billion, and 14.2 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding net profits of 1.31 billion, 1.47 billion, and 1.65 billion yuan [4][5] - The expected growth rates for revenue are 13%, 12%, and 11% for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, while net profit growth rates are projected at 14%, 12%, and 12% for the same years [4][5] Market Position and Strategy - The company is positioned as a high-cost performance leader in the mass sports market, with rapid expansion of super stores anticipated to drive future growth [4] - The company maintains a stable operating quality with a retail discount rate of 30% and a stock turnover ratio of 4.5-5.0X [1][4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1][14]. Core Insights - The company is expected to benefit from the release of e-commerce demand in Southeast Asia and effective pricing strategies, leading to accelerated business volume growth [2][5]. - In Q2 2025, the company achieved a business volume of 1.69 billion parcels, representing a year-on-year increase of 65.9%, up from 50.0% in Q1 2025 [2]. - The company is projected to continue its aggressive pricing strategy to gain market share, despite a significant drop in revenue per parcel in H2 2024 [3]. Business Volume Growth - The company’s business volume in Southeast Asia is expected to increase, with a projected market share rise from 28.6% in 2024 [2]. - In H1 2025, the company completed 3.23 billion parcels in Southeast Asia, 1.06 billion in China, and 17 million in new markets, with year-on-year growth rates of 57.9%, 20.0%, and 21.7% respectively [2]. Cost Management and Efficiency - The company is focused on cost reduction and efficiency improvements through increased capital investment in machinery and vehicles, with a total of 5,400 operational trucks in Southeast Asia as of H1 2025, an increase of 1,600 trucks year-on-year [4]. - The company is expected to continue benefiting from economies of scale and refined management practices, which will help maintain cost reductions across its three markets [4]. Financial Projections - The company’s revenue is projected to reach $11.85 billion in 2025, with a growth rate of 16% [12]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be $368 million in 2025, reflecting a significant year-on-year growth of 266% [13]. - The report estimates a target price of HKD 15.2 based on a 30x PE for the Southeast Asia market and a 10x PE for the China market [13].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Anta Sports (02020.HK) is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - Anta Sports is advancing channel upgrades for its brand, with outdoor brands leading growth [1] - The company aims for high single-digit growth in overall retail sales for the year, despite short-term impacts from store renovations and online competition [8] Financial Forecasts - Total revenue projections (in million RMB) are as follows: - 2023A: 62,356 - 2024A: 70,826 (up 16.23% YoY) - 2025E: 78,173 (up 10.37% YoY) - 2026E: 86,079 (up 10.11% YoY) - 2027E: 94,239 (up 9.48% YoY) [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders (in million RMB) is projected as: - 2023A: 10,236 - 2024A: 15,596 (up 52.36% YoY) - 2025E: 13,232 (down 15.16% YoY) - 2026E: 14,763 (up 11.57% YoY) - 2027E: 16,431 (up 11.30% YoY) [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) forecast (in RMB) is: - 2023A: 3.65 - 2024A: 5.56 - 2025E: 4.71 - 2026E: 5.26 - 2027E: 5.85 [1] - Price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios are projected as: - 2024A: 14.71 - 2025E: 17.34 - 2026E: 15.54 - 2027E: 13.96 [1] Retail Performance - In Q2 2025, retail sales for Anta brand grew low single digits, while FILA and other brands saw mid single-digit and 50-55% growth respectively [8] - The company is implementing a "lighthouse store plan" to enhance store image in lower-tier cities, which may temporarily affect sales [8] - FILA's performance met expectations with mid single-digit growth in Q2 2025, and other brands maintained rapid growth, particularly benefiting from seasonal trends [8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, expecting a price increase of over 15% in the next 6-12 months [5]. Core Views - The company is expected to benefit significantly from the ongoing crackdown on illegal vaping products in overseas markets, particularly in the U.S. and Europe, leading to an expansion of the compliant market [3][4]. - The company's adjusted net profit for the first half of 2025 is projected to be between 688-787 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year change of -9% to +4% [2]. - The report highlights the improvement in the company's profitability due to a higher proportion of high-margin products in the vaping segment and the ongoing development of the HNB (Heat-not-Burn) business [4]. Financial Performance Summary - For the first half of 2025, the company is expected to achieve revenue of 6.013 billion yuan, representing an 18% year-on-year increase [2]. - The projected net profit for the first half of 2025 is estimated to be between 443-541 million yuan, indicating a year-on-year decline of 21% to 35% [2]. - The company's revenue is forecasted to grow from 11.168 billion yuan in 2023 to 19.693 billion yuan by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 21.09% [10]. - The diluted earnings per share (EPS) are expected to be 0.21 yuan in 2025, increasing to 0.58 yuan by 2027 [5]. Business Segment Analysis - The vaping business is showing signs of recovery due to stricter regulations against illegal products, particularly in the U.S. where the FDA has intensified enforcement [3]. - The company is positioned uniquely as the only listed entity deeply integrated into the supply chain of both vaping and HNB products for major tobacco groups in overseas markets [4]. - The report anticipates that the company's product structure will continue to improve, leading to enhanced profitability in the vaping segment [4].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1][8] Core Insights - The company is expected to achieve a net profit of approximately 180-210 million yuan in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year increase of about 111%-146% compared to 85.5 million yuan for the same period in 2024 [6][8] - The core operating profit for the first half of 2025 is projected to be around 180-210 million yuan, an increase of approximately 44%-68% from 125 million yuan in the previous year [6][8] - The company continues to implement its community central kitchen strategy, expanding its instant retail store network and improving store operational efficiency [6][8] Financial Performance - The company reported a total revenue forecast of 7.183 billion yuan for 2025, with expected growth rates of 11%, 12%, and 13% for the following years [7][8] - The projected net profit for 2025 is 340 million yuan, with a growth rate of 48% compared to the previous year [7][8] - The company has registered 41.3 million members by the end of 2024, a year-on-year increase of 48.2%, with prepaid card deposits amounting to 990 million yuan, up 36.6% [6][8] Market Position and Strategy - The company has established a strong market position as a leader in the "home dining" sector, supported by its product strategy, membership ecosystem, and channel innovation [6][8] - The sales of the 99 yuan beef tripe package exceeded 500 million yuan in 2024, with a total exposure of 6.21 billion times on Douyin [6][8] - The company is optimistic about the potential for expansion in rural areas, which is expected to drive same-store sales and operational efficiency [6][8]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of HKD 348.00, reflecting a significant upside from the current closing price of HKD 263.20 [6]. Core Views - The company is expected to achieve a revenue increase of no less than 200% for 1H25, translating to approximately RMB 13.67 billion, with Q2 growth potentially exceeding 220% [1]. - The group's profit is projected to increase by no less than 350%, indicating strong operational performance and market demand [1]. - The company is establishing itself as a global leader in the IP (Intellectual Property) space, leveraging product innovation to enhance IP value [1]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company anticipates a significant profit increase of no less than 350% for H1, corresponding to approximately RMB 4.34 billion and a net profit margin of 31.7%, an increase of over 10 percentage points year-on-year [4]. - Revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted upwards by 56.9%, 68.9%, and 68.4% to RMB 10.2 billion, RMB 15.2 billion, and RMB 19.7 billion respectively [5]. Market Dynamics - The domestic market continues to show strong momentum, with average store efficiency increasing by 60% in Q2, and online sales on platforms like Tmall, JD, and Douyin growing over 170% [2]. - The company’s IP, particularly the Labubu plush series, has gained significant traction, leading to high demand and premium pricing [2]. Global Expansion - The company has seen a rapid increase in its global fan base, with North American and European followers growing by over 1400% and 600% respectively in Q2 [3]. - The establishment of over 30 new overseas stores in H1, with a focus on high-efficiency regions, indicates a robust international expansion strategy [3]. Innovation and Product Development - Continuous product innovation, particularly in the plush category, is expected to drive sales growth and enhance brand value [2]. - The company is diversifying its offerings through various business models, including merchandise stores and animated content, which are anticipated to further enhance revenue streams [4].