CHOW TAI FOOK(HK:01929) 第一财经·2025-10-17 12:31Core Viewpoint - Chow Tai Fook Group reported a retail value growth of 4.1% for the second quarter ending September 30, 2025, driven by a significant increase in the retail value of gold products, which rose by 43.7% year-on-year [3]. Retail Performance - The retail value growth in mainland China was 3.0%, while Hong Kong and Macau saw a growth of 11.4% [5]. - Same-store sales in mainland China increased by 7.6%, with franchise stores growing by 8.6%. Excluding watch sales, same-store sales in direct-operated stores grew by 9.9% [3][5]. - Hong Kong and Macau's same-store sales grew by 6.2%, with Hong Kong increasing by 3.2% and Macau by 17.3% [3]. Sales Volume Trends - Despite the increase in retail value, overall sales volume declined. Same-store sales volume in mainland China fell by 8.6%, while Hong Kong and Macau experienced a decline of 10% [3][5]. Product Pricing - The price of gold jewelry has been adjusted upwards, with the current price set at 1279 RMB per gram. Investment gold bars are priced at 1138 RMB per gram, reflecting a daily increase of 32 RMB [5]. - Other brands, such as Lao Pu Gold, have also announced price increases, marking the third adjustment within the year [6]. Market Conditions - The Shanghai Gold Exchange issued a warning regarding the volatility in international precious metal prices, urging members to enhance risk awareness and maintain market stability [9].