Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [2] Core Insights - The report highlights the continuous iteration of multimodal AI and the acceleration of IP industry capitalization, driven by advancements in AI applications and new consumption trends [4][5] - Major model vendors are strengthening collaborations, leading to innovations in voice models, social applications, and agents, which are expected to enhance AI application penetration and commercialization [4] - The report suggests continued investment in AI-related companies and sectors, including AI virtual companionship, AI animation/film/short dramas, AI e-commerce/advertising, and AI education [4] Industry Data Overview - The game "Brave Land" ranked first on the iOS free chart, while "Honor of Kings" topped the iOS revenue chart as of May 24, 2025 [12][16] - The film "Dumpling Queen" achieved a weekly box office of 0.51 billion, with a cumulative box office of 3.79 billion [27] - The report notes that the A-share media sector outperformed major indices in the 21st week of 2025, with the gaming sector showing strong performance [9] Industry News Summary - The report discusses the launch of the "AI Virtual Human Podcast" feature by ShengTian Network, which aims to enhance user experience in podcast creation [4][33] - The AI comic drama business of Zhongwen Online has shown significant growth, with plans to produce 300 works in 2024 [35] - Tencent Cloud has launched a new intelligent agent development platform, marking a significant upgrade in its AI infrastructure [36] Company Recommendations - Key recommendations include Tencent Holdings and Kuaishou-W for major models/agents, with Alibaba-W and Kunlun Wanwei as beneficiaries [4] - For AI virtual companionship, recommended companies include ShengTian Network and NetEase Cloud Music, with beneficiaries like Tom Cat and Shifeng Culture [4] - In the AI animation/film/short drama sector, Shanghai Film is a key recommendation, with beneficiaries including Guomai Culture and Huace Film [4]

Core Viewpoint - Jingji Zhinong is expanding into the IP industry to create a second growth curve for profitability while maintaining its core modern agriculture business [1][3] Group 1: Company Developments - Jingji Zhinong established an IP operation company, Shenzhen Yingyunzhidi Cultural Technology Co., Ltd., to explore new business opportunities in digital cultural creativity [1][3] - The company aims to diversify its revenue streams and enhance its risk resistance through this new venture [3][4] - The company has achieved significant success in modern agriculture, with per capita profit levels entering the industry's top tier [3][4] Group 2: Market Insights - The IP industry is experiencing a golden development period, with a market size reaching trillions of yuan [2][4] - The global IP licensing market reached $356.5 billion in 2023, with China's market expected to exceed 168.9 billion yuan in 2024, showing a 40% year-on-year growth [3][4] Group 3: Strategic Focus - Jingji Zhinong's long-term vision for Yingyunzhidi is to become a global top-tier fashion and art brand, focusing on trendy art and cultural products [4][6] - The company plans to accelerate the development of its new business and strategically allocate funds based on market performance [4][6] - The company is adopting a differentiated strategy by focusing on post-link operations in the IP market, enhancing user engagement and monetization [5][6] Group 4: Competitive Advantages - Jingji Zhinong's unique joint operation model aims to deeply bind with IP partners, providing comprehensive services from derivative product development to user engagement [6][7] - The company has made substantial progress in forming strategic partnerships with emerging artists and leading game IPs, indicating strong growth momentum [6][7]

Core Insights - 52TOYS is set to go public in Hong Kong, becoming the fifth trendy toy company to do so, following names like Miniso and Pop Mart [1] - The company operates with a dual model of self-owned IP and top-tier licensed IP, holding 35 self-owned IPs and 80 licensed IPs as of 2024 [2] - 52TOYS has shown significant growth in overseas markets, with revenue increasing from 35 million to 147 million yuan from 2022 to 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 100% [3] Group 1: Company Position and Financials - 52TOYS is the second-largest multi-category IP toy company in China, with projected revenues of 630 million yuan in 2024, growing at a CAGR of 16.7% from 2022 to 2024 [1] - The company reported losses of 1.71 million yuan in 2022, 71.93 million yuan in 2023, and 122 million yuan in 2024, although it achieved adjusted profits of 19.01 million yuan and 32 million yuan in 2023 and 2024 respectively [1] Group 2: Revenue Composition and IP Strategy - The revenue composition shows that licensed IP contributes 64.5% of total income, with self-owned IP accounting for 24.5% in 2024 [2] - Notable licensed IPs include popular franchises like Crayon Shin-chan and Disney characters, with Crayon Shin-chan toys alone generating over 380 million yuan in GMV in 2024 [2] Group 3: Market Dynamics and Challenges - 52TOYS has the lowest gross margin among its peers, at 39.9% in 2024, compared to Pop Mart's 66.8% and other competitors [4] - The reliance on distributors and online discounts has negatively impacted profit margins, with distributor sales accounting for 67% of revenue and online direct sales contributing only 31% [4] Group 4: User Loyalty and Product Development - Building user loyalty is essential for improving profit margins, as seen in competitors like Pop Mart, which avoids discounting and relies on strong direct sales [5] - 52TOYS focuses on developing its own IPs across various categories, including trendy, sci-fi, and cultural IPs, with a particular emphasis on the "Beast Box" series that expands into comics and novels [5][6] Group 5: Industry Outlook - The trendy toy industry is experiencing explosive growth, with the Chinese market expected to exceed 110.1 billion yuan by 2026 [6] - Recent investments and public listings in the sector indicate strong investor interest and potential for future growth, positioning trendy toy companies as valuable assets in the capital market [6]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" [2][67] Core Insights - The collectible card game industry in China has experienced rapid growth, with the market size projected to increase from 2.8 billion RMB in 2019 to 26.3 billion RMB in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 56.6%, significantly outpacing the overall growth rate of the broader entertainment toy market at 15.8% [4][13] - The leading company, Kayo, holds over 70% market share in the collectible card game sector, indicating a highly concentrated industry with limited competition [4][20] - Kayo's revenue for 2024 is expected to reach 10.06 billion RMB, representing a year-on-year growth of 277.8%, with adjusted net profit increasing by 378.3% to 4.47 billion RMB, achieving a net profit margin of 44.4% [5][28] Summary by Sections 1. Industry Overview - The collectible card game market in China is rapidly expanding, with a market size projected to reach 26.3 billion RMB by 2024, driven by strong consumer demand [4][13] - The industry is characterized by a high concentration of market share, with Kayo being the dominant player [20][23] 2. Kayo's Performance - Kayo's revenue growth in 2024 is expected to be explosive, with a significant increase in both revenue and net profit compared to previous years [5][28] - The company primarily sells collectible cards through a dealer model, with over 90% of sales coming from this channel [33][40] - Kayo has diversified its product offerings beyond collectible cards to include toys and stationery, enhancing its market presence [5][30] 3. IP and Product Development - Kayo's product strategy is heavily reliant on licensed intellectual properties (IPs), with a focus on popular franchises such as Ultraman and My Little Pony [47][51] - The company has expanded its IP portfolio to 70 by 2024, indicating a proactive approach to product development and market engagement [47][48] - Kayo has introduced trading card game (TCG) mechanics to enhance consumer interaction and engagement, which is expected to drive further growth [53] 4. Competitive Landscape - Other listed companies in the collectible card space, such as Pop Mart and Aofei Entertainment, have lower revenue contributions from card-related products, indicating Kayo's strong market position [6][56] - Kayo's competitive advantage is reinforced by its extensive distribution network and brand recognition across China [5][43] 5. Investment Outlook - The report suggests that the IP industry holds long-term investment value due to its ability to create emotional connections with consumers, leading to stable demand and higher profit margins [57] - Kayo's strong market share and extensive sales network position it well to continue leading the collectible card game industry in China [57]

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