Core Viewpoint - China Duty Free Group (中国中免) reported a decline in both revenue and net profit for the first half of the year, primarily due to fluctuations in the Hainan duty-free market and intensified industry competition [1] Financial Performance - The company achieved operating revenue of 28.151 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 9.96% [1] - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 2.599 billion yuan, down 20.81% year-on-year [1] - Net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 2.595 billion yuan, a decline of 19.84% year-on-year [1] - The net cash flow from operating activities was 2.607 billion yuan, a significant drop of 39.50% year-on-year, mainly due to reduced sales receipts [1] Duty-Free Market Conditions - The Hainan duty-free shopping amount for January to June 2025 was 16.76 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 9.2%, indicating the market is still in an adjustment phase [1] - The number of duty-free shoppers decreased by 26.2% to 2.482 million, while the average spending per shopper increased by 23.0% to approximately 6,754 yuan [1] Strategic Initiatives - The company is implementing a "duty-free + cultural tourism" integration strategy, with the Sanya International Duty-Free City successfully designated as a national AAAA-level tourist attraction [2] - The company has secured operating rights for several duty-free stores at key ports, including Guangzhou Baiyun Airport and others, while also exploring a "duty-free + taxable" integration model [2] - Online sales accounted for 28.5% of total revenue, with 7.828 billion yuan generated from online channels [2] International Expansion - The company has made progress in overseas markets, entering Vietnam with the opening of duty-free stores at Hanoi's Noi Bai and Phu Quoc International Airports [2] - Strategic partnerships have been established with notable domestic brands to promote Chinese products in international markets such as Vietnam, Cambodia, and Japan [2] Cost Structure and Currency Impact - Sales expenses amounted to 4.262 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 8.11%, with rental fees constituting over 51% of sales expenses at 2.179 billion yuan [3] - The company's international business faced significant impacts from currency fluctuations, resulting in an exchange loss of 194 million yuan, compared to 80.889 million yuan in the same period last year [3]