Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the financial performance of Haidilao's overseas business, Tehai International, which reported a revenue increase of 13.4% year-on-year for 2024, reaching $778 million [1] - Tehai International's restaurant operating revenue was $747 million, reflecting a 13.0% year-on-year growth [1] - The operating profit margin for Tehai International in 2024 was 6.8%, slightly up from 6.3% in 2023 [1] Group 2 - Tehai International adopted a cautious store expansion strategy, opening 10 new locations in 2024 while closing 3 stores in Southeast Asia [1] - As of December 31, 2024, Tehai International operated 122 Haidilao restaurants across 14 countries, with 73 in Southeast Asia, 19 in East Asia, 20 in North America, and 10 in other regions [1] - The operating profit margin for Haidilao restaurants improved to 10.1% in 2024, up from 9.0% the previous year [1] Group 3 - Tehai International is actively exploring different business formats, launching the "Pomegranate Plan" in 2024 to position itself as a leading global integrated dining group [2] - The company is expanding beyond its existing second brands, such as HAO Noodle and Halal Hotpot, to include various formats like barbecue, flavorful hotpot, and different types of fast food [2]

Core Viewpoint - Haidilao reported a relatively stable performance in a competitive restaurant industry, with a net profit growth of 4.6% year-on-year for 2024, driven by improved operational efficiency and increased table turnover rates [1][2]. Financial Performance - Total revenue for 2024 increased by 3.1% to RMB 42.75 billion, while core operating profit surged by 18.7% to RMB 6.23 billion [2][3]. - Net profit for the year rose by 4.6% to RMB 4.7 billion [2][3]. Operational Highlights - The average table turnover rate improved from 3.8 times per day in 2023 to 4.1 times in 2024, with total customer visits reaching 415 million, a 4.5% increase year-on-year [1][2][5]. - The company operated 1,355 self-owned restaurants and 13 franchise restaurants by the end of 2024, with over 70% of franchise applications coming from third-tier cities and below [3][8]. Diversification Strategy - The "Pomegranate Plan" has successfully incubated 11 sub-brands, covering various dining scenarios, contributing to a 39.6% increase in other restaurant revenue to RMB 483 million [2][4][8]. - The takeaway business saw a revenue growth of 20.4% to RMB 1.25 billion [4]. Cost Management - Raw material and consumables costs decreased by 4.3% to RMB 16.21 billion, reducing the cost-to-revenue ratio from 40.9% to 37.9% [7]. - Employee costs increased by 8.2% to RMB 14.11 billion, reflecting higher wages and improved employee benefits [7]. - Depreciation and amortization expenses dropped by 13.1% to RMB 2.56 billion, positively impacting overall gross margin [7].