Core Viewpoint - The report from GF Securities indicates a significant increase in the total output of market pigs by listed companies in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 25% to 111.53 million heads, and a 30% increase to 90.39 million heads when excluding Muyuan Foods [1][3]. Group 1: Market Output - In December 2025, the total output of market pigs from listed companies reached 19.05 million heads, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 7.1% and a year-on-year increase of 11.3% [2]. - The output of market pigs from listed companies, excluding Muyuan Foods, was 12.07 million heads in December, with a month-on-month growth of 8.0% and a year-on-year growth of 35.7% [2][3]. - Major companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, New Hope Liuhe, and Dekang Agriculture showed varying month-on-month growth rates in December, with increases of 5.7%, 4.8%, 15.4%, and 4.1% respectively [3]. Group 2: Piglet Sales and Prices - The overall sales volume of piglets from listed companies saw a significant increase in 2025, with a notable rise in the proportion of piglet sales [2][4]. - The price of 7 kg piglets has rebounded to 307 RMB per head, attributed to the upcoming replenishment season and positive market sentiment regarding pig prices in the second half of 2026 [1][5]. - The average selling price of pigs in December was estimated at 11.53 RMB per kilogram, showing a month-on-month decline of 1.4% [4]. Group 3: Company Performance - In 2025, major companies reported the following cumulative outputs: Muyuan Foods at 77.98 million heads (+19%), Wens Foodstuff Group at 40.48 million heads (+34%), New Hope Liuhe at 17.55 million heads (+6%), and Dekang Agriculture at 10.83 million heads (+23%) [3]. - Smaller companies like Tangrenshen, Tiankang Biological, Shennong Group, and Juxing Agriculture also reported varying outputs, with Tangrenshen showing a year-on-year increase of 23% [3]. Group 4: Industry Outlook - The industry is currently facing cumulative losses, which may lead to continued reduction in pig production capacity [1][5]. - The breeding sow inventory decreased by 0.22% month-on-month in December, indicating potential challenges in production [5].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the articles highlights the positive trend in pig prices driven by the consumption peak season, with the average price of lean pigs reaching 12.49 CNY/kg, a 2.6% increase month-on-month [1] - The stock performance of the livestock breeding index shows mixed results, with leading stocks like Ruisheng Biological rising by 9.91% and the Livestock ETF priced at 0.68 CNY [1] - The overall pig farming sector is experiencing a "tug-of-war" state, where companies with cost advantages are more resilient in competition [1] Group 2 - According to Huaxi Securities, the average price of external three yuan pigs reached 12.7 CNY/kg, a week-on-week increase of 1.26%, indicating a steady rise in pig prices [2] - As of the end of October, the number of breeding sows in China was 39.9 million, a decrease of 1.1% month-on-month, reflecting ongoing adjustments in pig production capacity [2] - The self-breeding and external purchasing pig farming models have turned profitable, with profits of 7.39 CNY/head and 2.31 CNY/head respectively [2] Group 3 - The CSI Livestock Breeding Index (930707) includes companies involved in livestock feed, veterinary drugs, and livestock farming, reflecting the overall performance of listed companies in the livestock sector [2] - The top ten weighted stocks in the CSI Livestock Breeding Index account for 67.66% of the index, with major companies including Muyuan Foods, Haida Group, and Wens Foodstuffs [2]

Core Viewpoint - The pig prices in China have surged, reaching an average of 12.99 yuan/kg, with expectations of a slowdown in price increases after surpassing 13 yuan/kg due to high supply levels and limited consumer demand [2][4]. Supply and Demand Dynamics - As of the end of 2025, the national pig stock is projected to be 42.967 million heads, a slight increase of 0.5% year-on-year, while total meat production is expected to reach 100.72 million tons, a 4.2% increase, marking the first time it exceeds 100 million tons [2]. - Pork production is estimated at 59.38 million tons, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 4.1%, while poultry meat production has increased by 6.7%, indicating a competitive supply landscape [4]. Market Conditions - The current market is characterized by an early supply surge, with consumer demand not yet picking up as it is still early in the lunar month, leading to limited market absorption capacity [4]. - As pig prices rise, slaughterhouses are experiencing increased pressure, resulting in a decreased willingness to purchase at high prices [4]. Profitability and Resistance to Price Decline - The current profitability for self-breeding farmers is approximately 7.4 yuan per pig, marking a return to profitability for the first time since September of the previous year, which may lead to resistance against price declines [5][6]. - Farmers are unlikely to accept significant price drops after achieving profitability, indicating a strong psychological barrier against falling prices [6]. Supply Gaps - There remains a notable gap in the supply of medium to large pigs due to previous market fluctuations, which has not been effectively addressed [8][9]. - The lack of sufficient medium to large pigs could provide support for pig prices once consumer demand increases [9]. Future Price Outlook - Caution is advised regarding potential price increases beyond 13 yuan/kg, as both supply and demand are expected to rise, which may lead to a slowdown in price growth [10]. - Recent data indicates that the reduction in breeding capacity has slowed, with only 290,000 fewer breeding sows reported from October to December, which may impact the overall market dynamics [12].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Overweight" indicating a positive outlook for the sector compared to the overall market performance [4]. Core Insights - The report highlights a rebound in pig prices, which are stabilizing and maintaining strength. The focus is on the release of the pet industry white paper [1][4]. - The report suggests that the pig farming sector is experiencing a clear bottoming trend, with a focus on the progress of capacity reduction. The supply fundamentals for the first half of 2026 remain unchanged, indicating a prolonged bottoming period for the cycle [4]. - The pet industry is expected to see a valuation switch as it undergoes adjustments, with significant data from the 2026 China Pet Industry White Paper being released [4]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - The Shenwan Agricultural, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, and Fishery Index increased by 1.0%, while the CSI 300 rose by 2.8%. The top five gainers included Dahu Co. (17.8%), Zhongshui Fishery (16.1%), and Biological Co. (15.5%) [4][10]. - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring the reduction of pig production capacity and suggests positioning in leading pig farming companies [4]. Pig Farming - As of January 11, the average selling price of external three yuan pigs was 12.70 yuan/kg, reflecting a week-on-week increase of 2.1%. The supply of large pigs is tight, and the price has rebounded to near the breakeven point for farming [4][3]. - The report indicates that the price of weaned piglets has also increased, reaching 251 yuan/head, close to the industry cost level [4][3]. Pet Industry - The 2025 urban pet (dog and cat) consumption market size reached 312.6 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 4.1%. The dog market size was 160.6 billion yuan, growing by 3.2%, while the cat market size was 152.0 billion yuan, growing by 5.2% [4][3]. - The average annual spending per pet owner has shown a slight upward trend, with dog owners spending an average of 3,006 yuan and cat owners spending 2,085 yuan [4][3]. Poultry Farming - The price of white feather broiler chicks has decreased, with an average selling price of 3.15 yuan/chick, down 6.5% week-on-week. The supply of broilers remains tight, with the average selling price of white feather broilers at 3.79 yuan/kg [4][3]. - The report suggests that the theme of abundant supply in white feather broilers will continue into 2025-2026, with a focus on leading companies and long-term value [4].

Core Viewpoint - The swine breeding industry is experiencing a gradual capacity reduction, with expectations for improved supply-demand dynamics in the future, despite ongoing short-term oversupply and industry losses [1][5][14]. Group 1: Supply and Demand Dynamics - The supply-demand situation for swine is expected to improve, with continued oversupply pressure in the first half of 2026, leading to sustained industry losses [1][5][17]. - The average price of live pigs in China for January to November 2025 was 14.64 CNY/kg, with a projected annual average of 14.5 CNY/kg, down from 17 CNY/kg in 2024 [15]. - The number of breeding sows in China decreased to 39.9 million by October 2025, marking a 1.1% month-on-month decline and a 2.2% year-on-year decline, indicating a confirmed trend of capacity reduction [6][18]. Group 2: Policy and Regulatory Environment - The capacity reduction is driven by a combination of industry losses and policy regulations, with the Ministry of Agriculture holding multiple meetings to discuss capacity control measures [7][18]. - Key regulatory measures include reducing the number of breeding sows, maintaining a slaughter weight limit of 120 kg, and restricting financial support for new capacity projects [18][20]. Group 3: Industry Structure and Efficiency - The concentration of the swine breeding industry has increased, with the market share of the top ten listed companies rising to 24.98% in the first half of 2025, up 1.27 percentage points from 2024 [20]. - The average pigs per sow (PSY) is expected to improve, with a projected increase to 24.03 heads in 2024, and leading companies like Muyuan Foods achieving a PSY of 29 by September 2025 [20]. Group 4: Cost and Profitability - Cost management is identified as a critical factor for companies to achieve excess returns and long-term growth, especially during down cycles [1][14]. - The industry is expected to see significant differentiation in performance, with companies that have cost advantages likely to maintain moderate expansion, while less efficient producers face further elimination [1][14]. Group 5: Market Outlook and Consumer Demand - The demand for pork is projected to remain stable, with 2024 pork production and sales estimated at 57.06 million tons, and a slight increase in consumption expected in 2026 due to government policies aimed at boosting domestic demand [22][23]. - Seasonal fluctuations in demand are anticipated, with a notable increase in piglet numbers in early 2025, but supply pressures are expected to persist into the first half of 2026, particularly around the Lunar New Year [23].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights that the livestock ETF (159865) has risen over 1.2% due to accelerated de-capacity in the pig farming sector, which may support expectations for the sector [1] - Guosen Securities indicates that leading companies in pig farming are experiencing rapid improvement in cash flow and are expected to transform into dividend stocks, with cost advantages becoming more pronounced amid industry-wide capacity reduction [1] - The feed industry is benefiting from the deepening industrialization of livestock and poultry farming, with clear division of labor, allowing leading feed companies to further enhance their competitive advantages through technology and service [1] Group 2 - The livestock ETF (159865) tracks the CSI Livestock Index (930707), which selects listed companies involved in livestock farming, feed processing, and veterinary drug production from the Shanghai and Shenzhen markets to reflect the overall performance of related securities [1] - The constituent stocks cover the entire livestock industry chain, demonstrating strong industry representativeness [1]

Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. Core Views of the Report - The pig farming industry is at the left - side layout stage, with the start of capacity reduction. There is pressure on pig prices in H1 2026, but a rebound is expected in H2. Recommended companies include Lihua Co., Ltd., Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd., and Shuanghui Development Co., Ltd. [27] - In the planting industry, the prices of grains such as corn, wheat, and soybeans are showing signs of recovery, and the industry's prosperity is expected to improve. [29] Summary by Directory 01 Pig Farming: Left - side Layout, Awaiting Reversal - **Weak Season in Peak Season, Lowest Pig Price in Q4 2025 in the Past 10 Years, Capacity Adjustment as the Main Theme**: In 2025, the national pig price decreased quarter - by - quarter. Q4 pig price was the lowest in the past 10 years. Due to factors like post - Spring Festival low demand and sufficient supply, and an increase in the number of breeding sows from September to November 2024, which led to more pig slaughter in Q3 2025. In May 2025, relevant departments guided pig enterprises, and in the second half of the year, capacity reduction was significant, with the number of breeding sows falling below 40 million in October. [10] - **Overall Loss in Purchased Piglet Farming, Promoting Capacity Reduction of Retailers**: With the continuous decline of pig prices, self - breeding and self - raising turned from profit to loss in September, and the loss expanded. Purchased piglet farming was even worse, with an average loss of over 100 yuan per head in 2025. Retailers faced longer - term and deeper losses. [14] - **Policy Guidance, Passive Capacity Reduction, and Future High - quality Development**: Since 2025, relevant departments have held multiple meetings to guide the high - quality development of the pig industry. The central government's No. 1 document proposed to monitor and regulate pig production capacity. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs put forward specific plans. In December, the Ministry of Commerce imposed anti - dumping duties on imported pork from the EU, which is expected to relieve domestic supply pressure. [16] - **Pressure on Pig Prices in H1 2026, Possible Rebound in H2**: In H1 2026, pig prices are under pressure because the number of new - born piglets 6 months ago is increasing, indicating sufficient supply. In H2 2026, pig prices are expected to rebound due to reduced supply corresponding to the decrease in the number of breeding sows in October 2025 and seasonal demand. [22] - **Focus on Cost Reduction and Efficiency Improvement, Significant Cost Differentiation**: Pig enterprises have been focusing on cost reduction and efficiency improvement in 2024 and 2025, with significant cost reduction and obvious cost differentiation. Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd. has the lowest cost, followed by other companies with different cost ranges. [25] - **Left - side Layout, Awaiting Reversal**: Since October 2025, the average national pig price has been below 12 yuan per kilogram, and it is expected that there will be no widespread profitability in the industry in H1 2026, with continued capacity reduction. In H2 2026, pig prices may rebound. Recommended companies include Lihua Co., Ltd., Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd., and Shuanghui Development Co., Ltd. [27] 02 Planting: Grain Prices Gradually Recover, Prosperity Expected to Improve - **Corn: High Yield and Falling Planting Costs, Lowest Price in the Past 5 Years**: In 2023, the consumption of corn was mainly for feed and industry, accounting for over 90%. In 2025, the corn price was the lowest in the past 5 years, but it rebounded during the year. The low price was due to high yield and falling planting costs. Future price improvement depends on the recovery of feed demand. [34] - **Wheat: Increased Purchases by the State Grain Reserves and Rising Corn Prices, Rising Wheat Price Center**: In 2023, the consumption of wheat was mainly for food and feed, accounting for over 80%. In 2025, the wheat price center increased. The reasons for the price increase include increased purchases by the state grain reserves, post - festival replenishment demand of flour mills, rising corn prices, and farmers' reluctance to sell. [38] - **Soybeans: Affected by Import Quotes and Shipping Freight, Slight Price Increase**: In 2023, the consumption of soybeans was mainly for crushing, accounting for 84.69%. In 2025, the soybean price increased seasonally. The price decline in Q1 was due to the arrival of low - priced imported soybeans and soybean auctions. The price increase in Q3 was due to rising Brazilian soybean quotes and shipping freight. [42]

1. Report Industry Investment Rating - The investment rating for the hog industry is "Oscillating" [1] 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - In 2025, the hog market evolved from "counter - cyclical inventory accumulation" to "policy - driven inventory reduction" under the backdrop of absolute over - capacity. Despite efficiency improvements and lower feed costs, the industry entered a phase of substantial capacity reduction due to continuous policy guidance and deep losses [2][13] - In 2026, the market will show a clear pattern of "near - term weakness and long - term strength". It is recommended to adopt a reverse spread strategy as the base allocation for the whole year to capture the price difference between reality and expectations [3] 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 2025: Waiting for the Bottom to Come - **Q1**: A "structural bottom" supported by expectations. The pre - Spring Festival concentrated slaughter led to a short - term supply shortage after the festival. The high fat - to - standard price spread strengthened the industry's reluctance to sell, delaying capacity clearance [14] - **Q2**: An "oscillating bottom - grinding" in sentiment games. After May Day, pig prices declined. The rebound after the Dragon Boat Festival lacked fundamental support, and the market returned to an oscillating pattern [15] - **Q3**: A "re - construction of far - month contracts" driven by policies. The industry symposium in July signaled "anti - involution" and "capacity and inventory reduction", shifting the trading logic to "strong expectations" and establishing a reverse spread structure [15] - **Q4**: A "cost breakdown" after returning to reality. After the National Day, pig prices fell sharply, breaking through the cash cost line. The market focused on the substantial reduction of sow inventory and potential winter epidemic risks [16] 3.2 Market Pattern Re - shaping and the Capacity Reduction Cycle 3.2.1 Vertical Intensification of the Industry - The hog industry has entered a new stage of structural differentiation and intensive upgrading. By October 2025, large - scale enterprises dominated the industry, with listed companies and large breeding groups controlling 43.1% of the sow inventory. The industry's overall ability has improved, but price and capacity adjustments have become more sensitive [20] - Regionally, different patterns have emerged: South China is highly intensive, Northeast China has a dual - structure, and Central China is more balanced. The inter - regional price difference has become more stable, and the futures delivery area has been expanded, strengthening the linkage between futures and spot markets [23][24] 3.2.2 Cycle Development Path: Policy and Market - Driven Capacity Reduction - **Downward inflection point delay**: Thanks to cost optimization, the downward inflection point of this cycle was postponed. The industry's profit was maintained until September 2025 when the industry entered a full - scale loss phase due to inventory pressure and spot price drops [30] - **Total over - supply**: The large inventory and high出栏 volume in 2025 were due to the increase in sow capacity last year. The supply pressure was significant, and many listed companies were close to or had exceeded their annual出栏 targets [43][47] - **Capacity loosening**: Since 2025, the sow inventory has gone through four stages. Multiple data sources confirm that the industry entered a new capacity adjustment phase in the third quarter, but the reduction is still mild, and the supply is expected to remain loose until the end of Q1 2026 [52][67] 3.3 Peak出栏, Speculation Support, and Consumption 3.3.1 Piglets: Leading Indicator for出栏 Forecast - Piglets are a key indicator for predicting hog出栏. In 2025, piglet supply increased steadily, and the industry's efficiency improvement contributed to the increase in piglet births. Based on the piglet - to - hog conversion cycle, the出栏 is expected to peak in Q1 2026 and may improve in Q2 [69][70] 3.3.2 Elasticity and Support from Speculation - **Breeding speculation**: The inventory adjustment through breeding speculation affects the存栏 structure. In 2025, the industry showed long - term optimization and short - term fluctuations in the weight distribution of hogs. In 2026, post - Spring Festival low - price pressure and secondary fattening may support prices [78][80] - **Frozen product inventory**: In 2025, the frozen product inventory rate first decreased and then increased. In 2026, if there is a price reversal expectation in the second half of the year, the slaughter end may increase inventory in the first half, supporting post - Spring Festival spot prices [93][94] 3.3.3 Limited Boost from Curing Demand - Although the slaughter volume increased year - on - year, the curing demand at the end of the year had limited impact on prices. The reasons include the long - term consumption structure optimization and the postponed Spring Festival in 2026 [98] 3.3.4 Feed Data Confirmation - Feed data can confirm the hog存栏 structure. As of November, the feed sales data from different institutions showed that the feed consumption related to capacity had decreased marginally, while the fattening feed was still increasing, indicating a significant存栏 pressure [100][101] 3.4 Outlook and Investment Suggestions 3.4.1 Summary of Views - The continuous increase in sow inventory in 2024 led to an expansion of hog出栏 in 2025 and a price decline. However, factors such as lower feed costs, speculative behavior, and improved production efficiency deviated from the early market expectations. The industry may see a new upward inflection point in pig prices around Q2 2026, but the cycle evolution is complex [110][111] 3.4.2 Strategies - **Short - term (end of the year to pre - Spring Festival)**: Seize the band - trading opportunities in the oscillating market. Use an interval - oscillating strategy, and consider short - term long positions when the market is pessimistic and short positions when prices reach key resistance levels. The support level for LH2603 is 11,000 yuan/ton, and the resistance level is 11,800 - 12,000 yuan/ton [112] - **Medium - term (post - Spring Festival to Q1 2026)**: Adopt a bearish strategy and focus on the release of supply pressure. Short positions can be added on price rebounds, but beware of potential rebounds. Pay attention to short - selling opportunities when LH2603 approaches 11,800 - 12,000 yuan/ton and LH2605 returns to 12,500 - 13,000 yuan/ton [113][114] - **Long - term (from Q2 2026)**: Observe on the left - hand side and prepare for the cycle reversal. Shift the strategy from "short - selling" to "finding the inflection point". When the fundamental signals are confirmed, gradually build long positions in far - month contracts at the support level of 12,500 - 13,000 yuan/ton. Use a flexible reverse spread strategy for arbitrage [115]

Core Viewpoint - The pig farming industry in China is facing a challenging environment in 2025, characterized by supply-demand imbalance, declining prices, and expanding losses, leading to a significant restructuring of the industry [1] Industry Status: Supply High and Losses Widen - In 2025, the overall supply of pigs remains high, exacerbating market supply-demand conflicts, with a total pig output of 530 million heads in the first three quarters, a slight increase of 1.85% year-on-year [2] - As of the end of Q3 2025, the national pig inventory reached 43.68 million heads, an increase of 2.3% year-on-year and 2.9% quarter-on-quarter [2] - The core issue of high supply is that the breeding sow inventory remains above the reasonable level, with 40.35 million heads as of September 2025, exceeding the reasonable holding level by 3.5% [2] - The oversupply has led to a downward trend in pig prices, which fell from 15-16 CNY/kg at the beginning of the year to around 11-12 CNY/kg in Q4 2025 [2] - The decline in prices has pushed farming profitability into the loss zone, with average losses per head reaching 122 CNY by November 2025 [3] Impact on Farmers and Enterprises - The widening losses are straining the cash flow of small and medium-sized farmers, while some leading listed companies are responding by cutting capital expenditures and reducing sow inventories [6] - The price of piglets has significantly dropped, with 7 kg piglets selling for 209 CNY/head, well below production costs [6] Policy and Market Dynamics Driving Capacity Reduction - The continuous decline in pig prices has led to widespread losses in the industry, but 2026 may bring a turning point due to the combined effects of policy and market forces [8] - Policy measures are becoming a key driver for capacity reduction, with the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs emphasizing "anti-involution" and capacity control [8] - Leading enterprises are proactively reducing production capacity by halting new pig farm constructions and culling inefficient sows [8] - Market forces are also compelling capacity reduction, as the willingness of farmers to replenish stock has dropped significantly, with a 1.1% month-on-month decrease in sow inventory in October 2025 [9] Historical Context and Future Outlook - Historically, when both piglet and fat pig prices are low, capacity reduction accelerates, and the current conditions meet this criterion [12] - The industry is experiencing significant cost differentiation, with leading companies achieving lower production costs compared to smaller firms, which is driving further industry concentration [12] - By 2026, the industry may see a new cycle beginning, with supply pressures easing and potential price increases anticipated in the latter half of the year [13] - The current phase of losses and peak capacity typically indicates the establishment of an upward trend for the sector, suggesting investment opportunities as valuations remain low [14]

Macro Insights - The internal economic momentum is weakening, and the policy window is gradually approaching, with a focus on stabilizing consumption and investment through counter-cyclical policies [2] - The "pig cycle" investment paradigm is shifting, with supply reduction in the pig industry driven by profit losses and policy adjustments, but the elasticity of pig prices is expected to be weaker than in previous cycles [3] - The healthcare negotiations in the U.S. are becoming a political tool, with significant implications for the capital markets, as budget agreements remain unresolved [4] Bond Market Analysis - Major economic indicators have further declined, with industrial production growth slowing year-on-year, while fixed asset investment shows an expanding decline [6] - The bond market is currently experiencing a relatively loose funding environment, and investors are advised to adopt a gradually optimistic outlook, with a forecast for the 10-year government bond yield to stabilize around 1.75% [6][5] Real Estate Sector - In the real estate market, new home transactions in 20 cities totaled 735,000 units, down 14.8%, with significant declines in cities like Beijing and Shenzhen [7] - The second-hand housing market showed a slight increase in transactions, with a total of 725,000 units sold, indicating a mixed performance across major cities [7] Company Research - Zhaoli Pharmaceutical is set to acquire a range of trace element injection assets, which will enhance its product structure and leverage synergies, with a favorable market outlook for these products [9] - The acquisition is expected to significantly boost the company's revenue and profit, with projected net profits for 2025-2027 at 655 million, 836 million, and 1.063 billion yuan, respectively, corresponding to PE ratios of 18, 14, and 11 times [9]