Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for Yue Yuen International, but it provides insights into the company's performance and management expectations for future quarters [1][7]. Core Insights - Yue Yuen International reported a revenue of USD 6.02 billion for 9M25, a decrease of 1.0% year-on-year, and a net profit of USD 279 million, down 16% year-on-year. For 3Q25, revenue was USD 1.96 billion, down 5% year-on-year, marking the third consecutive quarter of sequential decline, with a net profit of USD 110 million, down 27% year-on-year [1][7]. - The management maintains a prudent dividend policy with a payout ratio of around 70% [1][7]. - The manufacturing segment faced pressure on footwear shipment volumes, but an increase in average selling price (ASP) partially offset revenue declines. The ASP for 3Q25 rose by 3.4% year-on-year to USD 21.4 per pair [2][8]. - Management expects retail performance to improve in 4Q25, with continued increases in ASP and gross margin [2][8]. Summary by Sections Manufacturing Business - In 3Q25, manufacturing revenue was USD 1.96 billion, down 4.5% year-on-year, with footwear manufacturing revenue at USD 1.35 billion, down 2% year-on-year. Footwear shipment volume was approximately 63 million pairs, down 5.3% year-on-year [2][8]. - The gross margin for manufacturing in 3Q25 was 19.4%, up 1.6 percentage points quarter-on-quarter but down 1.2 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to uneven capacity loading and lower utilization rates [2][8]. - Management indicated that current order visibility is about 2-3 months, with some brands showing resilient demand for 1Q26 [2][8]. Retail Business - Pou Sheng recorded revenue of approximately RMB 3.74 billion in 3Q25, down 6.3% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 33.4% [3][9]. - The company is optimizing its offline network, reducing the number of self-operated stores to 3,338 as of September 2025, a decline of about 28% compared to the end of 2021 [3][9]. - Management expects the 4Q performance to improve, with a focus on new product launches and a lower discounting environment [3][9]. Future Outlook - Management views Indonesia and India as key markets for medium- to long-term expansion, anticipating improvements in manufacturing gross margins starting in 2026 [4][10]. - The overall industry is currently at a trough, with expectations for recovery in 2027 as the company continues to optimize its operations and seize opportunities in lower-tier markets [4][12].

Summary of Yue Yuen (0551.HK) and Pou Sheng (3813.HK) Earnings Call Company Overview - **Companies Involved**: Yue Yuen Industrial Holdings Limited (0551.HK) and Pou Sheng International Holdings Limited (3813.HK) [1][2] Key Industry Insights - **OEM Business Outlook**: The OEM business outlook for 2H25 remains cautious due to shorter order visibility from brands and conservative procurement practices. Management expects Q3 volume to decline by high single digits (HSD%) compared to a high base last year, with a wider year-over-year (yoy) decline in gross profit margin (GPM) than in 1H25 [1][12] - **Retail Demand**: Pou Sheng is experiencing uncertainty in sales recovery for 2H25, with inventory levels under control due to self-help efforts and brand support. The company anticipates a positive growth in average selling price (ASP) for 2H25, contributing to a low single-digit (LSD%) growth in full-year ASP yoy [1][12] Financial Performance - **Pou Sheng Sales Decline**: Pou Sheng reported a -12% yoy decline in sales for 2Q25, followed by a -9% yoy decline in July. Management expects continued pressure in August due to seasonal factors [13] - **Inventory Management**: Inventory levels rose by 4.6% yoy in 1H25, with aging inventory below 9%. The company plans to implement proactive measures to manage inventory in response to demand softness [14] Margin and Cost Insights - **Margin Pressure**: 2Q25 margins faced headwinds from subcontracting costs, uneven production levels, and rising labor costs. The company expects GPM in 3Q25 to decline more than in 1H25, but overall GPM for 2H25 is projected to be higher than in 1H25 [12][14] - **Tariff Implications**: Four brand customers, accounting for approximately 50% of sales, have requested the company to share low single-digit percentage points (LSDpp) of the elevated US tariff. There is no significant increase in tariff-sharing requirements following the reciprocal tariff for ASEAN countries rising to approximately 20% from 10% [9][12] Capital Expenditure and Strategic Focus - **Capex Plans**: The company expects to invest over US$300 million in capex for 2025, focusing on diversifying manufacturing capacity in key countries like Indonesia and India, which is set to start production in 1Q27 [10] Valuation and Price Targets - **Price Target for Yue Yuen**: The target price remains unchanged at HK$14.00, based on an 8x/9x 2025E P/E valuation for Pou Sheng and Yue Yuen's OEM business, respectively [3][20] - **Price Target for Pou Sheng**: The target price is adjusted to HK$0.60 from HK$0.70, reflecting a conservative outlook on sales and margins [3][19] Risks and Considerations - **Key Risks for Yue Yuen**: Potential risks include tariff hikes impacting demand, weaker-than-expected orders from key accounts, and lower-than-expected margin recovery [20] - **Key Risks for Pou Sheng**: Risks include slower recovery of Nike/adidas growth in China and higher discounts leading to operating deleverage [19] Conclusion - The overall sentiment towards Yue Yuen's OEM business appears to be improving, reflected in a 6% increase in share price, driven by settled tariff rates, lower expectations, better ASP, and disciplined operating expense control [2]