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Summary of YTO Express Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: YTO Express - **Industry**: Express Delivery Key Points and Arguments Market Position and Competition - YTO Express has narrowed the market share gap with ZTO Express from 6.8 percentage points in 2023 to 3.7 percentage points in the first half of 2025, further reducing to 3.5 percentage points in Q2 2025, indicating a competitive momentum [2][5] - As of Q2 2025, YTO Express's market share is 16%, ZTO Express is 19.5%, and other competitors include Yunda at 13.2%, Shentong at 12.9%, and Jitu at 11.1% [5] Business Growth and Performance - YTO Express's e-commerce express delivery volume growth rate for the first half of 2025 is 21.8%, surpassing the industry average of 19.3% and ZTO Express's 17.7%, showcasing a leading growth advantage [2][5] - The profit per ticket for YTO Express in Q2 has narrowed to within 0.09 yuan of ZTO Express, down from a difference of 0.21 yuan in Q1 2019, indicating improving profitability [2][5] Cost Control and Operational Efficiency - YTO Express is leveraging technology to reduce costs and enhance service quality, with significant capital expenditures aimed at improving transfer centers and updating automation equipment, leading to a capital expenditure scale that has surpassed ZTO Express since 2024 [2][6] - The combined cost of single ticket trunk transportation and center operations has narrowed to 0.59 yuan in Q2 2024, down from 1.05 yuan in 2019, demonstrating effective cost control [6] Price Elasticity in the Market - YTO Express has shown significant price elasticity in the context of the anti-involution trend in the express delivery industry, with a notable price increase in the Yiwu region in 2021 leading to improved profitability [7][8] - The average ticket price in Yiwu rose from 2.94 yuan in September 2021, reflecting a recovery from a negative growth rate to a positive 2% by Q4 2021 [8] Future Profitability Projections - Based on simulations, YTO Express's express delivery scale profit is projected to reach 6.1 billion yuan in 2026 under neutral assumptions, corresponding to a current P/E ratio of about 10 times, indicating that the stock price has not fully reflected the profit transmission effects from price increases [3][10] - The target market value for YTO Express is set at 68.6 billion yuan, based on a 15 times P/E ratio for 2026, with expectations for future catalysts including monthly operational data showing improvements in ticket revenue [10] Impact of Anti-Involution on Market Value - The anti-involution trend has significantly impacted company valuations, with YTO Express experiencing a 267% increase in market value from Q3 2021 to Q1 2022, outperforming competitors [9][10] Additional Important Insights - The anti-involution trend began in August 2025, with price increases in the Guangdong market leading to a broader trend across various regions, affecting over 80% of the market [4][5] - The regulatory environment has shifted towards managing low-price competition, emphasizing the need for sustainable growth in the express delivery sector [4]

Core Insights - The report highlights the impact of price competition on the profitability of the company, with a significant decline in net profit in Q2 2025 compared to the previous year [6][7] - The company has adjusted its annual business volume guidance downwards due to a new economic and competitive landscape, indicating a focus on quality over quantity [6][9] - The report projects a gradual recovery in profitability in the second half of 2025 as the competitive environment stabilizes [8][9] Company Performance - In Q2 2025, the company achieved a business volume of 9.847 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 16.5%, but its market share decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 19.5% [6] - The adjusted net profit for Q2 2025 was 2.053 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 26.8% [6] - The average revenue per package decreased from 1.24 yuan to 1.18 yuan, primarily due to increased competitive pricing pressures [7][8] Cost Structure - The company's core cost per package increased by 8.6% year-on-year to 0.89 yuan, with transportation costs decreasing slightly while other costs rose significantly [7][8] - The report notes that the increase in costs is largely attributed to a higher proportion of key account (KA) customers, which also contributed to a slight increase in revenue per package [8] Future Outlook - The company expects a recovery in profitability in the second half of 2025 as it shifts its strategic focus to quality and adjusts its incentive structures [8][9] - Profit forecasts for 2025-2027 are projected at 8.85 billion, 10.22 billion, and 11.53 billion yuan, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 13.0X, 11.2X, and 10.0X [9]

Core Insights - A fierce price war is sweeping the unmanned logistics vehicle industry, with companies like Neolix introducing attractive financing options and free services, marking a shift from high-tech products to cost-effective logistics tools [1][2] - The price drop has led to a significant increase in market demand, with over 60% of the 15,000 units delivered by mid-2025 coming after the price war began [2][4] - The influx of capital and technological advancements are driving this transformation, with major companies raising substantial funds to support their operations [4][6] Price War Dynamics - The price of unmanned vehicles has plummeted from around 200,000 yuan to approximately 100,000 yuan, including service fees [1][2] - Companies like Cainiao and Jiusense are setting aggressive price points, with models priced as low as 16,800 yuan and 19,800 yuan respectively [2] - The operational efficiency of unmanned vehicles is improving, with delivery times reduced significantly, allowing for increased package handling by delivery personnel [2][4] Capital and Investment - Major companies have raised over 3 billion yuan in funding within a few months, indicating strong investor interest in the unmanned logistics sector [4][6] - Neolix and Jiusense have secured significant investments from prominent backers, enhancing their market positions [4][6] Technological Advancements - The cost of essential components like laser radars has decreased dramatically, contributing to the overall reduction in vehicle prices [7] - The establishment of self-owned factories by leading firms has led to significant manufacturing cost reductions [7] Future Competition Landscape - As the price competition intensifies, companies are shifting focus from price to ecosystem development, emphasizing the importance of innovation and service capabilities [8][9] - The future success in the unmanned logistics market will depend on companies' abilities to understand logistics challenges and provide reliable services [9][10]

Economic News - In the first half of the year, China's GDP grew by 5.3% year-on-year, with domestic demand contributing 68.8% to economic growth, showcasing the resilience of the large domestic market despite external challenges [1] - The People's Bank of China emphasized the need for a strong global financial governance framework to prevent and resolve international economic and financial crises [1] - The China Engineering Machinery Industry Association reported a 12.4% year-on-year decline in the sales of graders in August 2025, with domestic sales increasing by 16.1% [1] - Guangdong Province aims to achieve a revenue of 100 billion yuan in the toy industry by 2027, with AI toy penetration expected to exceed 30% [1] - Zhejiang Province has initiated a financial service mechanism for urban renewal projects, with a total credit amount of 337.59 billion yuan approved for 49 key projects [1] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs reported that over 1,000 enterprises are involved in national agricultural technology projects, accounting for 51% of total participants [1] - China's trade with ASEAN grew by 9.7% in the first eight months of the year, maintaining ASEAN as China's largest trading partner [1] Important Company News - RIFENG Co., Ltd. received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for a stock issuance to specific investors [4] - Air China reported a 3.2% year-on-year increase in passenger turnover for August 2025, with international capacity increasing by 12.6% [4] - China Pacific Insurance announced a transfer of shares from Shanghai International Group to Shanghai Jiu Shi Group and Shanghai Electric, with no change in control [4] - Longpan Technology signed a procurement agreement with CATL for lithium iron phosphate cathode materials, with total sales expected to exceed 6 billion yuan [4] - Aoyang Health announced a share transfer agreement, with Aoyang Group transferring 20% of its shares to Yuesheng Technology for a total of 593 million yuan [4] Daily Research Report - As of August 2025, the total social financing (TSF) grew by 8.8% year-on-year, with a decrease in new loans and a slowdown in credit demand [5][6] - The government bond financing's contribution to TSF is expected to decline as the issuance slows down, leading to a potential decrease in credit growth [6] - The new loans in August amounted to 590 billion yuan, with a year-on-year decrease of 310 billion yuan [7] - The average interest rate for new corporate loans was approximately 3.1%, showing a slight decrease [7] - M1 growth continued to rise while M2 growth remained stable, indicating a shift in deposit trends [8] Company Analysis - ZTO Express reported a business volume of 9.847 billion pieces in Q2 2025, a year-on-year increase of 16.5%, but a slight decline in market share [10][11] - The company adjusted its annual business volume guidance down to 38.8-40.1 billion pieces, reflecting a more competitive environment [11] - The average revenue per package decreased slightly, but the increase in key account customers helped mitigate some revenue loss [12][13] - The company's single-package gross profit margin faced pressure due to increased competitive pricing, but recovery is expected in the second half of the year [14]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a decline in market share and adjusted its business volume guidance for 2025, indicating challenges in maintaining growth amidst a competitive environment [1] Group 1: Business Performance - In Q2 2025, the company achieved a business volume of 9.847 billion items, a year-on-year increase of 16.5%, but its market share decreased by 0.1 percentage points to 19.5% [1] - The adjusted net profit for Q2 was 2.053 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 26.8% [1] - The company's business volume growth rate was slightly below the industry average of 17.3%, leading to a downward adjustment of the annual business volume guidance to 38.8-40.1 billion items, corresponding to a year-on-year growth of 14%-18% [1] Group 2: Revenue and Cost Structure - The average revenue per item decreased from 1.24 yuan to 1.18 yuan, primarily due to increased incremental incentives and a reduction in average item weight [2] - The increase in revenue from key accounts (KA customers) helped offset some of the revenue decline, with a contribution of 0.17 yuan per item [2] - The core cost per item rose to 0.89 yuan, an increase of 8.6% year-on-year, with the core costs (transportation + sorting) showing a slight decrease [2][3] Group 3: Profitability and Future Outlook - The gross profit per item fell from 0.42 yuan to 0.29 yuan, indicating significant pressure on profitability due to high incremental incentives [3] - The company expects an improvement in profitability in the second half of the year as the competitive environment stabilizes and the focus shifts to quality [3] - Profit forecasts for 2025-2027 are projected at 8.85 billion, 10.22 billion, and 11.53 billion yuan, with corresponding P/E ratios of 13.0X, 11.2X, and 10.0X [4]

Economic News - The National Development and Reform Commission announced the approval of a pilot program for market-oriented allocation of factors in 10 regions, expected to be completed by 2027 [2] - The Ministry of Finance plans to issue 82 billion yuan of 30-year fixed-rate bonds, with the auction scheduled for September 19, 2025 [2] - The new energy storage action plan aims for a total installed capacity of over 180 million kilowatts by 2027, with direct investment of approximately 250 billion yuan [2] - Zhejiang's foreign trade reached 3.68 trillion yuan in the first eight months, a year-on-year increase of 5.5%, with exports of 2.79 trillion yuan, up 7.7% [2] - The China Association of Automobile Manufacturers reported that China's automobile production and sales exceeded 20 million units for the first time in the first eight months of the year, with August production and sales both showing over 10% growth [2] - The European Central Bank decided to maintain key interest rates unchanged, with inflation in the Eurozone around 2% [2] Company Insights - Chipone Technology reported a record high of 30.25 billion yuan in orders as of the end of Q2 2025, with new orders of 12.05 billion yuan in the period from July 1 to September 11, 2025, marking an 85.88% year-on-year increase [6] - Saijing Technology signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Sanan Optoelectronics to ensure stable product supply and explore new market opportunities together [6] - Wolong Materials is expanding production capacity to meet growing market demand, with multiple key equipment expected to be operational by the end of the year [6] - AstraZeneca announced the launch of Ultomiris in China for treating specific severe myasthenia gravis and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders, providing a long-acting complement inhibitor for patients [8] Industry Analysis - Zhongtong Express reported a Q2 2025 business volume of 9.847 billion pieces, a year-on-year increase of 16.5%, but with a slight decline in market share to 19.5% [9] - The company adjusted its annual business volume guidance to 38.8-40.1 billion pieces, reflecting a growth of 14%-18% year-on-year [10] - The average revenue per piece decreased by 0.06 yuan, while the cost per piece increased by 8.6% year-on-year, indicating pressure from price competition [10][11] - The company expects a gradual recovery in profitability in the second half of the year as the competitive environment stabilizes [11] - Guoxuan High-Tech reported a revenue of 19.394 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 15.5%, with a net profit of 367 million yuan, up 35.2% [15] - The company achieved a significant increase in battery shipments, with a focus on high-density fast-charging products for mid-to-high-end vehicles [15][16] - Guoxuan's solid-state battery technology is progressing rapidly, with plans for mass production and collaboration with EHang for new applications [16][17] - The company anticipates continued revenue growth driven by product upgrades and global supply capabilities, with projected revenues of 45.886 billion yuan in 2025 [19]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that Dongxing Securities maintains a "strong buy" rating for ZTO Express (02057), projecting net profits for the parent company to be 8.85 billion, 10.22 billion, and 11.53 billion for the years 2025 to 2027, with corresponding P/E ratios of 13.0X, 11.2X, and 10.0X [1] - ZTO Express, as a leader in the Tongda system, is expected to maintain a relatively stable profit level during price wars, indicating a strong margin of safety [1] - In the second quarter, ZTO Express achieved a business volume of 9.847 billion pieces, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.5%, with a market share of 19.5% [1] Group 2 - The adjusted net profit for Q2 was 2.053 billion [1] - The report anticipates an improvement in the profitability of the industry and the company in the second half of the year, as the environment shifts away from excessive competition [1] - The company is adjusting its business volume guidance and shifting its strategic focus to prioritize quality, expecting a reduction in incremental incentives for the second half, while the profitability per package is expected to rebound [1]

Core Viewpoint - Dongxing Securities maintains a "strong buy" rating for ZTO Express (02057), projecting net profits for 2025-2027 to be 8.85 billion, 10.22 billion, and 11.53 billion respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 13.0X, 11.2X, and 10.0X [1] Company Performance - In Q2, ZTO Express achieved a business volume of 9.847 billion parcels, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.5%, capturing a market share of 19.5% [1] - The adjusted net profit for Q2 was 2.053 billion [1] Industry Outlook - The second half of the year is expected to see an improvement in profitability for both the industry and the company [1] - With the formation of a less competitive environment, the company is shifting its focus towards quality over quantity, leading to a downward adjustment in business volume guidance [1] - Although the growth rate of business volume is anticipated to decline, the profit per parcel is expected to rebound accordingly [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Strong Buy" rating for ZTO Express [5][9]. Core Views - The company reported a Q2 net profit of 2.053 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 26.8%, with a business volume of 9.847 billion pieces, representing a 16.5% increase year-on-year [1]. - The company has adjusted its full-year business volume guidance to 38.8-40.1 billion pieces, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 14%-18%, down from the previous guidance of 40.8-42.2 billion pieces [1]. - The report highlights that the company is focusing on quality over quantity in a competitive pricing environment, which has led to a decrease in market share by 0.1 percentage points to 19.5% [1]. Summary by Sections Business Performance - In Q2, the company's single-ticket revenue decreased from 1.24 yuan to 1.18 yuan, primarily due to increased incentives and a decline in average weight [2]. - The single-ticket core cost increased by 8.6% year-on-year to 0.89 yuan, while the core cost (transportation + sorting) decreased by 0.07 yuan [2][3]. - The single-ticket gross profit fell from 0.42 yuan to 0.29 yuan, indicating significant pressure from pricing competition [3]. Financial Forecast and Valuation - The projected net profits for 2025-2027 are 8.85 billion, 10.22 billion, and 11.53 billion yuan, with corresponding P/E ratios of 13.0X, 11.2X, and 10.0X [4]. - The company is expected to maintain a relatively stable profit level despite the ongoing price wars, indicating strong safety margins [4]. Company Overview - ZTO Express is a large group company that integrates express delivery, logistics, e-commerce, and printing services, operating a highly scalable network partner model [6]. - The total market capitalization is approximately 120.778 billion HKD, with a circulating market value of 89.595 billion HKD [6].