Smoore International Holdings Limited 思 摩 爾 國 際 控 股 有 限 公 司 （ 於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司） （股份代號：6969） 香港交易及結算所有限公司及香港聯合交易所有限公司對本公告之內容概不負責，對其準確性或完整性亦不 發表任何聲明，並明確表示，概不對因本公告全部或任何部分內容而產生或因倚賴該等內容而引致之任何損 失承擔任何責任。 須予披露交易 認購票據 認購事項 於 2025 年 10 月 28 日 ， 本 公 司 認 購 了 由 摩 根 士 丹 利 金 融 有 限 責 任 公 司 發 行 的 本 金 金 額 為 20,000,000美元（ 相當於約156,000,000港元 ）之票據。於2025年10月31日，本公司認購了由 摩根士丹利 金融有限責 任公司發行的 本金金額為60,000,000美元（ 相當 於約468,000,000 港 元）之票據。認購事項由本集團現有可動用現金儲備及自由現金流撥付資金。 上市規則之涵義 由於2025年10月28日認購及2025年10月31日認購均與同一家訂約方於12個月內訂立，根 據上市規則第14.22條，該等認購 ...

Group 1 - The Hang Seng Index rose by 0.54%, gaining 141 points to close at 26,487 points, while the Hang Seng Tech Index increased by 0.31%. The morning trading volume in Hong Kong stocks reached HKD 178.7 billion [1] - Newly listed stock Dipu Technology (01384) surged by 36%, while Baima Tea (06890) rose over 8%, and Haixi New Drug (02637) increased by 7.59% [2] - The demand for energy storage driven by AI is expected to increase significantly, with CITIC Securities forecasting that total lithium battery demand will exceed 2,700 GWh next year, a year-on-year growth rate of over 30%. Energy storage battery demand is projected to exceed 900 GWh, leading to potential shortages in various lithium sectors [2] Group 2 - Ganfeng Lithium (01772) rose over 12%, and Tianqi Lithium (09696) increased by over 8% due to the strong performance of lithium mining stocks [2] - The energy storage sector saw significant gains, with Zhongchu Innovation (03931) rising over 12%, CATL (03750) increasing by 2.59%, and Shuangdeng Co. (06969) gaining over 7% [2] - Ruipu Lanjun (00666) increased by over 8% after the company launched several strategic new products covering energy storage, commercial vehicles, and passenger cars [3] Group 3 - Aneng Logistics (09956) surged by 22% following a privatization proposal from a major shareholder's consortium, with a premium rate exceeding 48% [4] - China Duty Free Group (01880) rose by 3% as the entire Hainan island is set to close in December, which is expected to boost the overall development of Hainan's tourism retail market [5] - China Hongqiao (01378) increased by nearly 7% due to recent production cuts in overseas electrolytic aluminum, which may further widen the supply-demand gap in the electrolytic aluminum market [6] Group 4 - Anjii Food (02648) rose over 8% with a 11.8% year-on-year growth in net profit attributable to shareholders in the third quarter, supported by a collaborative development across all channels [7] - The engineering machinery sector saw significant gains, with September exports continuing to grow year-on-year, and leading companies like Sany Heavy Industry (06031) rising by 9%, Senson International (02155) increasing by 8.02%, and China National Heavy Duty Truck Group (03808) gaining 3.7% [7] Group 5 - WuXi AppTec (02359) fell over 4% as the actual controller's shareholders plan to reduce their holdings by no more than 2% of the company's A-shares [8]

Market Overview - The Hong Kong stock market is experiencing a shift in capital flow, moving from growth to a more defensive positioning amid a collective decline in the three major indices [1] - On October 28, the market failed to maintain the previous day's gains, with a trading volume of 242.7 billion HKD, indicating a cautious investor sentiment [1] Sector Performance - The gold sector faced significant declines, with multiple stocks experiencing steep drops: China Silver Group fell over 10%, Lingbao Gold down 5.74%, and Zijin Mining down 5.59% [3] - The drop in gold stocks is closely linked to the international gold price, which fell 3.05% on October 27, dropping below 3990 USD per ounce [3] - The new consumption sector, once favored, is now seeing substantial outflows, with leading stocks like Pop Mart down over 32% from their historical highs [6] - The technology sector also showed weakness, with major stocks like NetEase and Meituan declining by 2.35% and 1.96% respectively [8] Capital Flow - There has been a notable shift in capital flow, with southbound funds moving from net inflows to significant outflows in the consumer sector, redirecting towards technology and healthcare [8] - Despite the overall market downturn, local bank and insurance stocks performed well, with HSBC rising 4.41% due to better-than-expected quarterly results [10] Investment Sentiment - The market is witnessing a rotation from high-growth, high-valuation sectors to defensive assets, reflecting a change in investor risk appetite [10] - Continuous inflows from southbound funds, totaling 2.258 billion HKD on October 28, indicate mainland investors' recognition of the long-term value in Hong Kong stocks [12] Economic Outlook - Analysts suggest that potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and a depreciating USD alongside an appreciating RMB could support the valuation of Chinese assets, benefiting the Hong Kong market [14] - The significant pullback in gold stocks and the weakness in consumer stocks illustrate a clear picture of declining risk appetite in the current market environment [14]

Core Viewpoint - China is the largest traditional tobacco market globally, while the US leads in the new tobacco market, with Japan and South Korea also holding significant shares in the new tobacco sector [1][3] Group 1: Market Dynamics - The traditional tobacco market is gradually shrinking, while the new tobacco market is experiencing rapid growth. In 2020, the market size of heated not-burn (HNB) products surpassed that of electronic cigarettes, establishing itself as the new leader in the new tobacco sector [2] - The US market currently leads in vaporized electronic cigarettes but has a significant gap in the HNB market. The resolution between PMI and BAT is expected to accelerate the development of the HNB market [3] - The regulatory environment in Europe is tightening for vaporized products while remaining stable for HNB, which may allow HNB to gradually capture a larger market share [3] Group 2: Product Landscape - The transition from traditional cigarettes to new tobacco products is driven by a dual focus on flavor and health, with new tobacco products offering significant harm reduction advantages and more diverse taste options [2] - Major multinational tobacco companies are actively investing in new tobacco products, which is likely to increase the penetration rate of these products in the market [2] Group 3: Compliance and Regulation - The structure of tobacco products and their acceptance in different countries is largely determined by national policies and regulations. Taxation influences the differing policy attitudes towards traditional and new tobacco products, while health concerns shape the regulatory stance on various new tobacco products [4] - Strict regulations and weak enforcement may lead to unintended consequences, such as the growth of the illegal electronic cigarette market [4] Group 4: Brand Landscape - The traditional tobacco market is highly concentrated, dominated by brands like Marlboro, Winston, and Camel. In the new tobacco sector, PMI and BAT hold leading market shares, but changes in policy and company strategies may alter the brand landscape [5] Group 5: Industry Chain - The tobacco supply chain includes essential materials for both cigarette and electronic cigarette production, such as cigarette labels, rolling paper, and electronic cigarette components like lithium batteries and control chips. Key listed companies in this supply chain include Jinjia Co., Dongfeng Co., and others [8]

Core Viewpoint - The rapid growth of Hong Kong stock technology ETFs is driven by artificial intelligence, with some funds experiencing scale increases of 5 to 20 times within nine months [2][3]. Group 1: ETF Growth - Multiple Hong Kong stock technology and pharmaceutical ETFs have seen significant scale growth, with the Penghua CSI Hong Kong Stock Connect Technology ETF reaching nearly 1.2 billion yuan, up from 256 million yuan at the beginning of the year [3]. - The China Merchants CSI Hong Kong Technology ETF's scale increased over tenfold in the first nine months of the year, from 120 million yuan to 1.463 billion yuan [3]. - The Wan Jia Hang Seng Internet ETF, established in April, grew from 237 million yuan to over 1.2 billion yuan by the third quarter [3]. - The Yinhua Guozheng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovative Drug ETF surged from 380 million yuan to 7.7 billion yuan, marking a growth of over 19 times [3]. Group 2: Fund Redemption - There is a noticeable redemption of funds in broad-based and consumer ETFs, with a specific broad-based ETF's scale declining from 567.5 million yuan to 47.73 million yuan by the end of September [4]. - A consumer ETF reported a slight decrease in scale from 295 million yuan to 272 million yuan, indicating limited capital inflow [4]. - Some ETFs have warned of contract termination risks due to asset scales falling below 50 million yuan for 60 consecutive working days [5][6]. Group 3: Market Outlook - Fund managers remain optimistic about technology and consumer assets, predicting that the Hong Kong market will attract international capital, providing liquidity support [7]. - Expectations for GDP growth in the fourth quarter are around 4.5%, with a full-year target of approximately 5%, driven by macro policies focusing on demand and consumption [8]. - The traditional consumer sector is seen as having reached a cyclical bottom, with AI and policy support expected to drive new opportunities in the market [8][9].

Core Viewpoint - Huachuang Securities maintains a "strong buy" rating for Smoore International (06969) with a target price of HKD 21.90, highlighting the company's leading position in the global electronic vaporization market and potential for growth in both e-cigarette and HNB (Heated Not Burned) businesses [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In the first three quarters, the company achieved revenue of CNY 10.21 billion, a year-on-year increase of 21.8%, while net profit was CNY 809 million, a decrease of 23.8%. Adjusted net profit was CNY 1.182 billion, a slight increase of 0.1% [1] - For Q3 alone, the company reported revenue of CNY 4.197 billion, a year-on-year increase of 27.2%, and net profit of CNY 317 million, down 16.4%. Adjusted net profit for the quarter was CNY 444 million, up 4.0% year-on-year [1] Group 2: HNB Product Growth - The market feedback for HNB products is positive, with significant increases in product shipments contributing to impressive revenue growth. The Glo Hilo product has received praise for its stylish design and flavor delivery compared to IQOS [2] - As Glo Hilo expands in the European market, the product penetration rate is expected to accelerate [2] Group 3: E-Cigarette Business and Regulatory Environment - The company benefits from stricter regulations on non-compliant products globally, with a recent poll indicating that 80% of U.S. voters support increased enforcement against illegal e-cigarettes, which may help the company's business recovery [3] - The company's own brand performance remains strong due to the launch of flagship new products and enhanced localized operations [3] Group 4: Profitability and Cost Management - The adjusted net profit margin for Q3 was approximately 10.6%, a decrease of 2.4 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to the product mix with a higher proportion of lower-margin HNB products in early sales [4] - The company has seen steady improvement in sales, management, and R&D expense ratios, which is expected to enhance profit flexibility in the future [4]

Core Viewpoint - Huachuang Securities maintains a "strong buy" rating for Smoore International (06969) with a target price of HKD 21.90, highlighting the company's leading position in the global electronic vaporization market and potential for growth in both e-cigarette and HNB (Heated Not Burned) segments [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In Q3 2025, the company reported revenue of CNY 10.21 billion, a year-on-year increase of 21.8%, while net profit was CNY 809 million, a decrease of 23.8%. Adjusted net profit stood at CNY 1.18 billion, a slight increase of 0.1% [1] - For Q3 alone, revenue reached CNY 4.197 billion, up 27.2% year-on-year, with net profit at CNY 317 million, down 16.4%. Adjusted net profit for the quarter was CNY 444 million, reflecting a 4.0% increase year-on-year [1] Group 2: HNB Product Growth - The market feedback for HNB products has been positive, with significant increases in product shipments contributing to impressive revenue growth. The Glo Hilo product has received favorable comparisons to IQOS, particularly for its design and flavor delivery [2] - As Glo Hilo expands in the European market, the product penetration rate is expected to accelerate [2] Group 3: Vaporization Business and Regulatory Environment - The vaporization business is benefiting from stricter regulations on non-compliant products globally, with a recent survey indicating that 80% of U.S. voters support enhanced enforcement against illegal e-cigarettes, which may help the company's business recovery [3] - The company's own brand performance has shown steady growth, aided by the launch of flagship products and enhanced local operations [3] Group 4: Profitability and Cost Management - The adjusted net profit margin for Q3 2025 was approximately 10.6%, a decrease of 2.4 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to the product mix with a higher proportion of lower-margin HNB devices in early sales [4] - The company has seen steady improvements in sales, management, and R&D expense ratios, which are expected to enhance profit flexibility in the future [4]

Investment Rating - Industry rating is maintained as "Outperform the Market" [7] Core Insights - PMI reported a strong performance in the third quarter of 2025, with revenue reaching $30.3 billion, a year-on-year increase of 7.5%, and gross profit of $20.5 billion, up 12.1% [1] - Smoore achieved record quarterly revenue of $4.197 billion in Q3 2025, marking a 27.2% year-on-year growth [3] - The strong growth in PMI's reduced-risk products, particularly Nicotine Pouches, is a key driver of performance, with shipments increasing by 25.8% year-on-year [2] - Smoore's HNB (Heated Not Burned) business has seen significant growth, supported by successful product launches in international markets [4] Summary by Sections PMI Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, PMI's revenue was $30.3 billion, with a gross profit of $20.5 billion, and an adjusted diluted EPS of $2.24, reflecting a 17.3% increase [1] - In Q3 alone, revenue was $10.8 billion, with an operating profit of $4.3 billion, showing a 16.7% increase [1] PMI Product Performance - PMI shipped 940 million cans of oral tobacco products in the first three quarters, a 25.8% increase, with Q3 shipments at 313 million cans, up 20.2% [2] - Nicotine Pouches shipments reached 663 million cans in the first three quarters, a 44.0% increase [2] Smoore Financial Performance - Smoore's revenue for the first three quarters was $10.21 billion, a 21.8% increase, with adjusted profit at $1.182 billion, a slight increase of 0.1% [3] - The third quarter revenue of Smoore was a record $4.197 billion, with adjusted profit of $444 million, reflecting a 4.0% year-on-year growth [3] Smoore Product Performance - Smoore's HNB and e-cigarette businesses showed healthy growth, with strategic support for clients leading to increased product launches and compliance with regulations [4] - The introduction of new products and localized marketing efforts have contributed to the growth of Smoore's proprietary brand business [4] Regulatory Environment - Customs authorities in Ningbo and Huangpu seized 265,140 boxes of infringing "ZYN" products, which is expected to strengthen the legitimate supply chain and benefit the compliant oral tobacco industry [5]

Group 1: Company Analysis - Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corporation (SMIC) is currently trading at 80 HKD, positioned above the middle band of the Bollinger Bands, indicating a relatively positive performance [2] - Investors have shown interest in a specific bull certificate with a redemption price around 71.5 HKD, which is considered reasonable given the current support level of 72.6 HKD [2][3] - The street liquidity for this product has reached 100%, meaning all shares are held by investors, which limits the issuer's ability to maintain price control [3][4] Group 2: Product Selection - It is advisable to avoid high street liquidity products as they can lead to price volatility and difficulty in pricing by the issuer [4][5] - For SMIC, there are no near-term products available, but options expiring in June or July next year are more plentiful, with actual leverage ranging from 2.7x to 3.3x [5] - The implied volatility for these products varies significantly, with some at 57.1% and others as high as 65.2%, indicating a need for careful comparison of product terms [5] Group 3: NIO Inc. Analysis - NIO's stock price has shown mixed market sentiment, with some investors optimistic about a rebound while others foresee a continued downtrend [10][11] - There are currently seven put options available for NIO, all of which are out-of-the-money, with strike prices ranging from 27.66 HKD to 47.08 HKD [10][11] - The actual leverage for put options in the 40-47 HKD range is not attractive, suggesting investors may need to wait for new products to be introduced [11] Group 4: Product Comparison for NIO - There are some call options expiring between February and March next year with strike prices around 60-61 HKD, which align well with NIO's resistance level of 57.4 HKD [12] - Among these call options, some offer actual leverage up to 3.6x, with implied volatility around 80.5% [12] Group 5: Smoore International Analysis - Smoore International's stock has declined significantly, with a recent low of 13.78 HKD, but some investors believe it may be at a level worth monitoring for potential recovery [16][17] - The current short-term support level is at 13.4 HKD, and if it breaks this level, it may drop to 12 HKD, which is seen as a critical price point [16][17] Group 6: Product Availability for Smoore - There are limited options for call certificates, with most having strike prices significantly above the current market price, making them less attractive [17] - The ideal strike price for new products would be closer to 17-18 HKD, but current offerings are mostly above 20 HKD [17] Group 7: Alibaba Group Analysis - Alibaba's stock is currently facing resistance at the middle band of the Bollinger Bands, closing at 168.3 HKD, with a need to break through 177.4 HKD to reach higher levels [20][21] - There are numerous product options available for Alibaba, particularly those with strike prices around 180-182 HKD, offering actual leverage of approximately 4.9x [21][22] - Investors are encouraged to compare products carefully, as there are significant differences in implied volatility and premium among similar products [22][23]

Core Insights - Recent surge in companies from the New Third Board, such as Jintian Animation, Bama Tea, and Shenghuo Technology, seeking to list in Hong Kong, indicating a trend towards international capital markets [1][2] - Successful transitions of companies like Pop Mart and Smoore International to Hong Kong have set benchmarks for others, showcasing the potential value of such moves [4] Company Developments - Jintian Animation has submitted its IPO application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, focusing on IP-based fun food products, with projected revenues of 596 million RMB in 2022, increasing to 877 million RMB by 2024 [2] - Bama Tea is set to list at a maximum price of 50 HKD, with a strong market position in the Chinese tea industry, particularly in oolong and black tea, and has received backing from major investment firms [3] - Pop Mart has demonstrated significant growth since its Hong Kong listing, with a revenue increase of 245%-250% year-on-year, and a market capitalization reaching 309.4 billion HKD [4] Market Trends - The "New Third Board + H-share" model is gaining traction, allowing companies to leverage both domestic and international capital markets simultaneously [6][7] - Companies like Tian Tu Investment have successfully utilized this model, maintaining flexibility in financing while gaining international recognition [7] Expert Opinions - Experts suggest that while listing in Hong Kong can enhance brand visibility and resource integration, some companies may resort to this option due to challenges in listing on domestic exchanges [8]