1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Viewpoints of the Report - Long - term: Supply increases, demand peaks, and it's an era of small profits. A profit of 200 yuan per pig may be the price ceiling. Macroscopically, the government promotes a reasonable recovery of prices and uses reserve purchases to support the market. In terms of supply and demand, supply is expected to increase continuously after July (except for a slight decline in July), and the supply growth rate is faster than the demand growth rate before November. The supply - demand gap is expected to narrow at the end of the year. Pig prices are expected to be strong from July to August, then gradually decline under pressure, and have a seasonal rebound at the end of the year. Spot prices are expected to range from 13 - 16 yuan/kg, and futures prices from 12.5 - 15 yuan/kg. Opportunities to short at high prices can be considered from July to August, and industrial clients can consider selling hedging for far - month contracts after the high in the third quarter [58]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Long - term: Stable Supply, Peak Demand, and Era of Small Profits 3.1.1 Supply Dimension - **Concentration Increase and Stable Capacity**: Currently, the proportion of small - scale farmers' pig sales is 31.9% (91.3% in 2000), and that of large - scale enterprises is 68.1% (8.7% in 2000). Group farms are expanding rapidly, and small - scale farmers are exiting. With the increase in the concentration of large - scale breeding enterprises, their influence on pig prices has increased. The production capacity will be relatively stable as large - scale enterprises have stronger anti - risk capabilities [7]. - **Improvement in Production Efficiency**: There is still much room for improvement in China's pig production efficiency compared with foreign countries. For example, Denmark's PSY is as high as 34.14, while the UK's is 26.64. In 2022, the daily weight gain in Denmark and Sweden exceeded 1000 grams. With stable and slightly increasing capacity, higher large - scale proportion, and improved production efficiency, the supply from leading enterprises will continue to increase [10]. 3.1.2 Consumption Dimension - **Peak in Pork Consumption**: In 2014 and 2023, pig prices were low and there were breeding losses, indicating oversupply. The similar pork production in 2014 and 2023 shows that domestic demand may have saturated at around 58 million tons, suggesting that China's pork consumption may have peaked in 2014 [13]. 3.1.3 Supply - Demand and Profit - **Gradually Loosening Supply - Demand and Small Profits**: China's population decline is faster than expected, which will lead to a decrease in pork consumption in the long run. The total pork consumption is the product of the total population and per - capita consumption. With a negative population growth and a possible peak in per - capita pork consumption, the total demand is weakening. A profit of about 200 yuan per pig corresponds to a cost increase of 2 yuan/kg [17][18]. 3.2 Medium - and Short - Term: Sufficient Supply and Lower Price Center 3.2.1 Supply Side - **Adequate Capacity**: As of the end of May 2025, the national inventory of breeding sows was 40.42 million, 103.64% of the normal inventory of 39 million, with a month - on - month increase of 0.1% and a year - on - year decrease of 1.2%, indicating sufficient breeding sow capacity [21]. - **Weak Will to Reduce Capacity**: There is a lack of strong motivation among producers to reduce production capacity as shown by relevant profit and sow culling data [23][24][25]. - **Continuous Improvement in Production Efficiency**: Indicators such as the breeding - farrowing rate, piglet survival rate, litter size of healthy piglets, and fattening pig survival rate have shown an upward trend, indicating continuous improvement in production efficiency [29]. - **Increasing Slaughter**: In the first half of the year, the national pig slaughter was 366.19 million, a year - on - year increase of 0.6%. Except for a slight decline in July, the slaughter volume is expected to increase continuously, and the pig price center is expected to decline accordingly [36]. - **Increasing Second - Fattening Pressure**: The enthusiasm for second - fattening was similar to last year from February to April this year, reaching a peak in mid - April and then declining rapidly. However, the utilization rate of second - fattening pens has recently increased rapidly, indicating that the supply pressure is postponed, and the subsequent second - fattening slaughter pressure will increase [39]. - **Increasing Slaughter Weight**: This year's pig slaughter weight is at a four - year high, with an average increase of 3 kg compared to last year. Due to low feed costs, enterprise breed improvement, and favorable standard - fat price spreads, large - scale enterprises have generally increased the slaughter weight. The game between large - scale enterprises and small - scale farmers makes weight reduction uncertain [43]. 3.2.2 Demand Side - **Seasonal Weakening of Slaughter Volume**: The pig slaughter volume shows a seasonal weakening trend [44]. 3.2.3 Price - **Widening Standard - Fat Price Spread and Rebounding Piglet Price**: The standard - fat price spread has widened, and the piglet price has rebounded [46]. 3.2.4 Policy - **CPI and Policy Actions**: The government aims to promote a reasonable recovery of prices. Relevant policies include large - scale enterprises not increasing the number of breeding sows, reducing the slaughter weight to 120 kg, and banning the second - fattening of the head part [51]. - **Pork Reserve Early - Warning and Adjustment Mechanism**: The mechanism has different early - warning levels and corresponding reserve adjustment measures for both excessive price drops and rises. As of June 11, the official pig - grain ratio was 6.12, in the third - level early - warning, and frozen meat reserve purchases were initiated in advance [52][54].

Group 1: Macro Strategy - The report indicates that the market expects the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates steady in July and October 2025, with a 25 basis point cut anticipated in September and December [6][7] - Key macroeconomic data shows a decline in initial jobless claims to 227,000, and a significant increase in tax revenue by $61 billion year-on-year, driven by tariffs [6][7] Group 2: Industry Commentary - Power Equipment and New Energy - China Mobile has procured humanoid robots worth 1.24 billion yuan, marking a significant investment in robotics [10] - The National Development and Reform Commission has approved a cross-regional electricity trading mechanism, enhancing the efficiency of electricity transactions [10] - The report highlights the establishment of a joint laboratory between BYD and Hong Kong University of Science and Technology focusing on robotics and intelligent manufacturing [10][11] Group 3: Industry Commentary - Textile Manufacturing - The 2024 Top 100 supermarket enterprises in China are projected to achieve sales of approximately 900 billion yuan, reflecting a 0.3% year-on-year growth [14] - The report notes a significant decline in the number of stores, down 9.8% year-on-year, while 42 enterprises reported sales growth [14] - The textile manufacturing sector in Vietnam has shown a cumulative year-on-year export growth of 13.0% in the first half of 2025 [16] Group 4: Company Commentary - Haohua Technology - Haohua Technology is expected to achieve a net profit of 5.9 to 6.5 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 59.3% to 75.5% [23] - The company benefits from a favorable market for refrigerants, with prices for key products rising significantly since the beginning of the year [23][24] - The report emphasizes the growth potential in electronic materials due to the expansion of the integrated circuit industry [23][24] Group 5: Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on companies in the BC new technology sector such as Aisuo Co. and Longi Green Energy, and those benefiting from supply-side improvements like Daqo New Energy [12] - It suggests monitoring companies in the humanoid robotics sector, including UBTECH and Yijiahe, for potential investment opportunities [12]

Investment Ratings - The report provides investment ratings for several companies in the agriculture sector, with "Buy-A" for Haida Group (002311.SZ), "Buy-B" for Shennong Development (002299.SZ) and Wens Foodstuff Group (300498.SZ), and "Hold-A" for Guai Bao Pet (301498.SZ) and Zhongchong Co., Ltd. (002891.SZ) [2] Core Insights - The agriculture sector has shown resilience, with the agricultural index outperforming the broader market, indicating potential investment opportunities [3][4] - The report highlights the cyclical nature of the pig farming industry, emphasizing that the current downturn may not necessarily lead to prolonged losses due to potential recovery in raw material costs and macro demand in 2025 [5][6] - Haida Group is identified as a key investment opportunity due to its strong fundamentals and potential growth in overseas feed business [4][5] Industry Performance - The agriculture sector's performance for the week of July 7-13 shows a 1.09% increase, with top-performing sub-industries including fruit and vegetable processing, meat chicken farming, and feed production [3][22] - The average price of live pigs in key provinces has decreased, with prices in Sichuan, Guangdong, and Henan at 14.35, 16.39, and 14.78 CNY/kg respectively, reflecting a decline of 3.37%, 6.56%, and 2.31% week-on-week [4][31] - The average pork price has slightly increased to 20.60 CNY/kg, while the average wholesale price of piglets has decreased to 26.00 CNY/kg, indicating mixed trends in the market [4][31] Company-Specific Analysis - Haida Group is expected to benefit from a recovery in the feed industry as raw material prices stabilize and the breeding sector improves [4][5] - Wens Foodstuff Group, Shennong Group, and Juxing Agriculture are recommended for their potential to outperform market expectations as the pig farming industry enters a profitability cycle [5] - Guai Bao Pet and Zhongchong Co., Ltd. are highlighted for their strong brand positioning and growth potential in the pet food market, particularly in 2025 [6]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the agricultural sector [1][4]. Core Viewpoints - The report is optimistic about the reversal of the beef cycle, recommending investments in livestock, pet industries, and companies with low valuations in the pig and poultry sectors [3][4]. - The beef price remains strong during the off-season, indicating a potential upward trend in the beef cycle for 2025 [1][3]. - The supply of pigs is expected to maintain low volatility, with a forecast for continued price stability in 2025 [1][3]. Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Overview and Data Summary - The report highlights that beef prices are resilient during the off-season, while pig prices show strong support [1]. - As of July 11, 2025, the price of live pigs is 14.70 CNY/kg, down 3.86% week-on-week, while the price of 7kg piglets is approximately 445 CNY/head, up 2.75% week-on-week [1]. 2. Fundamental Tracking 2.1 Swine - The price of live pigs is expected to maintain low volatility, with a forecast for continued market stability in 2025 [1][14]. 2.2 Poultry - The report notes a reduction in parent stock and structural changes in the poultry market, with consumption gradually shifting upwards [1][15]. 2.3 Beef - The domestic beef market price is 59.23 CNY/kg as of July 11, 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 27.38% [1][16]. 3. Key Company Profit Forecasts and Investment Ratings - Companies such as Guangming Meat Industry, Muyuan Foods, and Haida Group are rated as "Outperform" with respective earnings per share (EPS) forecasts for 2025 of 0.53, 3.57, and 2.64 CNY [4].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The supply contraction and macroeconomic catalysts are expected to resonate positively, with strong support for pig prices in Q3 2025 [4][5] - The leading pig companies are reporting significant profit increases for Q2 2025, with a notable rise in pig output and a decrease in production costs, indicating a potential for sustained profitability [4][13] - The beef cycle remains supported by rising calf prices and a decrease in cattle inventory, suggesting a favorable outlook for beef prices in the latter half of 2025 and into 2026 [6][29] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - Leading pig companies are expected to report substantial profit growth for H1 2025, with estimates for Muyuan Foods indicating a net profit of 10.2-10.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1129.97% to 1190.26% [4][13] - The average cost of production for Muyuan Foods has decreased to below 12.1 yuan/kg, supporting profitability through the cycle [4][13] Market Performance - The agricultural index has risen by 1.09% in the week of July 4-11, 2025, aligning with the overall market performance [39][41] - The pig farming sector is experiencing a supply contraction, which is expected to drive pig prices upward after a period of fluctuation [5][14] Price Tracking - As of July 11, 2025, the average price of pigs is 14.81 yuan/kg, reflecting a decrease of 0.54% from the previous week, while the price of piglets has increased by 1.79% to 31.89 yuan/kg [48][49] - The wholesale price of beef is reported at 69.82 yuan/kg, showing a slight increase of 0.07% [56] Recommendations - The report recommends investment in leading companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuffs, and others in the pig farming sector due to improving investment logic and favorable market conditions [6][35] - In the feed sector, companies like Haida Group and New Hope are recommended due to strong domestic and overseas demand [35]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant turnaround in the performance of Muyuan Foods (牧原股份) in the first half of the year, with a projected net profit of 10.2 billion to 10.7 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of over 1100% [2][3]. Group 1: Company Performance - Muyuan's profit surge is attributed not to pig prices but to increased output and effective cost control [3]. - The company achieved a sales volume of 38.394 million pigs in the first half, a year-on-year increase of 18.54%, with a notable 168% increase in piglet sales [26]. - The average breeding cost for Muyuan in 2024 is projected to be 14 yuan per kilogram, with costs decreasing to 12-12.1 yuan per kilogram by June, nearing the annual target of 12 yuan per kilogram [17][18]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The "anti-involution" policy is reshaping the pig farming industry, with government efforts to reduce inventory, capacity, and optimize structure [4][5]. - The number of breeding sows has been adjusted, with a reduction in the breeding sow inventory to stabilize supply and ensure food safety [33][41]. - The industry is experiencing a shift towards larger-scale operations, with over 70% of pig farming now being industrialized, enhancing capital reserves and risk management capabilities [45]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The pig price is expected to stabilize after a decline, with the market anticipating a recovery due to the reduction in breeding sow inventory and overall weight control of pigs [7][43]. - The prices of key feed ingredients like corn and soybean meal have decreased, contributing to the overall reduction in breeding costs [22][23]. - The industry is likely to see narrow fluctuations in the pig cycle, with profitability increasingly dependent on companies' cost control capabilities rather than price volatility [50].

Core Viewpoint - The investment value of leading pig farming companies such as Muyuan, Wens, and New Hope will diverge as the industry reaches a scale rate of 70% and the pig cycle becomes smoother [3]. Group 1: Industry Characteristics - The pig farming industry has a low entry threshold, with a scale standard of only 500 pigs, but it conceals high operational challenges due to the need for large-scale, low-cost production [5]. - The pig cycle is characterized by supply and demand imbalances, influenced by factors such as feed prices and disease outbreaks, leading to price volatility and affecting profitability [6][8]. - The average annual output per sow in China is significantly lower than that in the US and Denmark, indicating inefficiencies in the industry [9]. Group 2: Company Performance and Strategies - Muyuan has rapidly grown to become the world's largest pig farming company, while Wens and New Hope have also achieved significant scale, with their operational paths being a focus of analysis [5][20]. - The scale of pig farming in China has increased from 41.8% in 2014 to 70.1% in 2024, with the top 20 companies accounting for 30.7% of the total output [28]. - Muyuan's self-breeding model allows for better cost control and efficiency compared to Wens and New Hope's model, which relies on partnerships with farmers [30][41]. Group 3: Financial Health and Debt Management - Muyuan and New Hope have seen their debt levels rise, with debt financing comprising about 40% and 45% of their total assets, respectively, while Wens has maintained a lower debt ratio [52][59]. - The liquidity ratios indicate that Wens has a more stable financial position compared to Muyuan and New Hope, which are under tighter liquidity conditions [61][62]. - New Hope's reliance on long-term financing for its pig farming operations has led to increasing liquidity pressures, with a net outflow of cash in recent years [64]. Group 4: Future Outlook - Wens is expected to have continued growth potential due to its financial capacity to expand, while Muyuan and New Hope may face challenges in further expansion due to liquidity constraints [66]. - The pig cycle is anticipated to smooth out over time, reducing its impact on large-scale investments and expansions in the industry [19].

Market Overview - The report highlights a positive trend in the agricultural sector, particularly in the aquaculture, other agricultural product processing, pig farming, food and feed additives, and seed industries, with the agricultural sector index rising by 2.55% during the week of June 30 to July 6, 2025 [3] - The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3,497.48, reflecting a 0.70% increase, while the Shenzhen Component Index rose by 1.47% to 10,588.39 [2] Key Investment Insights - The report identifies Haida Group as a promising investment opportunity due to the expected recovery in the feed industry, driven by declining upstream raw material prices and improving conditions in the breeding sector [3] - The average price of live pigs in key provinces showed a week-on-week increase, with prices in Sichuan, Guangdong, and Henan rising by 6.83%, 10.04%, and 1.68% respectively, indicating a positive trend in pig prices [3] - The report suggests that the current market may be overly pessimistic regarding the impact of pig production capacity recovery on profitability, while also overlooking the potential positive effects of declining raw material costs and macroeconomic demand recovery in 2025 [3] Industry Dynamics - The report discusses the cyclical nature of the pig farming industry, emphasizing that the current recovery phase may last longer than market expectations due to the industry's financial constraints and the need for debt reduction rather than rapid capacity expansion [3] - It is noted that the chicken industry may see performance driven by new demand recovery in 2025, with companies like Shengnong Development positioned at the bottom of their performance and valuation cycles, presenting good investment opportunities [3] Recommendations - The report recommends several pig farming stocks, including Wens Foodstuff Group, Shennong Group, Juxing Agriculture, Tangrenshen, and New Hope, based on the anticipated recovery in profitability [3] - For the pet food sector, the report highlights the importance of brand profitability and suggests focusing on leading domestic brands like Guibao Pet Food, which maintain strong sales performance [3][4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the agricultural sector [4] Core Views - The report is optimistic about the reversal of the beef cycle, recommending investments in pet products and Hai Da Group, while focusing on undervalued leading companies in the pig and poultry sectors [3] - The pork production capacity is expected to remain stable, with strong support for pig prices in 2025 [1][3] - The beef market is showing resilience during the off-season, with expectations for a bullish cycle in 2025 [1][3] Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Overview and Data Summary - Weekly pig price as of July 4 is 15.29 CNY/kg, up 5.01% week-on-week [1] - Chicken prices are experiencing a decline, with broiler prices at 6.18 CNY/kg, down 10% week-on-week [1] - The average beef price is 59.35 CNY/kg, stable week-on-week and up 27.63% year-on-year [1] 2. Fundamental Tracking 2.1 Pork - Pork prices are expected to maintain low volatility, with a forecast for continued market stability in 2025 [1][14] 2.2 Poultry - The parent stock of broilers is decreasing, indicating a structural change in consumption [1][15] 2.3 Beef - The beef market is expected to benefit from a cyclical upturn, with prices remaining strong [1][16] 2.4 Soybean Meal - Current soybean prices are stable at 3926 CNY/ton, with soybean meal prices at 2928 CNY/ton, up 0.76% week-on-week [2][16] 2.5 Corn - Corn prices are expected to see moderate increases, with current prices at 2443 CNY/ton, up 0.37% week-on-week [2][16] 2.6 Sugar - Sugar prices are slightly increasing, with current prices at 6050 CNY/ton, up 0.33% week-on-week [2][16] 3. Company Profit Forecasts and Investment Ratings - Companies such as Guangming Meat Industry, Muyuan Foods, and Hai Da Group are rated as "Outperform" with respective EPS forecasts for 2025 [4]

Group 1 - The Hong Kong stock market has shown strong performance in the first half of the year, with the Hang Seng Index rising by 20%, making it one of the best performers globally [1] - The "Hong Kong Three Sisters"—Lao Pu Gold, Pop Mart, and Mixue Group—have gained significant attention, with Lao Pu Gold surging by 330%, Pop Mart by 200%, and Mixue Group by 96% [2][4] - A lesser-known player, Dekang Agriculture (02419), has also performed well, with its stock price increasing by 192% this year, peaking at a 247% rise [3] Group 2 - Dekang Agriculture's growth is driven by its low valuation and strong growth potential, primarily in pig farming, which constitutes about 80% of its business [5] - The company is projected to have a stable growth rate, with a 24% year-on-year increase in pig output expected in 2024, and ambitious targets of 31% and 30% growth for 2025 and 2026, respectively [6] - In comparison, major competitors like Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs are expected to have lower growth rates of 26% and 13%, respectively [6] Group 3 - Dekang Agriculture's cost structure is competitive, with a complete breeding cost of approximately 12.4 yuan/kg, placing it among the industry's top tier [8] - The company's debt-to-asset ratio is projected to be around 62.76% by the end of 2024, which is in line with the industry average, indicating manageable financial pressure [10] - The valuation method for pig farming companies is based on head average market value during the bottom of the pig cycle, with Dekang's head average market value at 2560 yuan, which is relatively low compared to peers [12] Group 4 - The current pig cycle is characterized by overproduction, with the national breeding sow inventory exceeding the target, leading to a downward pressure on pig prices [13] - The industry has seen improvements in breeding efficiency, with the average number of piglets weaned per sow increasing significantly, contributing to higher supply levels [13][14] - Despite the challenges, there is potential for policy interventions to stabilize the market, which could lead to temporary boosts in stock performance for companies like Dekang Agriculture [15]