Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for key companies in the textile and apparel sector, including Li Ning, Anta Sports, Shenzhou International, and Huayi Group [11][25][34]. Core Insights - Adidas is expected to see a 10% revenue growth in Q4 2025, with a 13% increase for the full year, driven by strong performance across all channels and regions [1][15]. - VF Corporation reported a revenue of $2.88 billion for FY2026Q3, with a 2% year-over-year growth on a currency-neutral basis, and an improved operating profit margin [2][16]. - The North Face and Timberland brands showed strong growth, while Vans experienced a revenue decline of 10% [3][18]. - The overall performance of the sportswear sector is expected to outperform the broader apparel market, with strong inventory management capabilities among key companies [4][19]. Summary by Sections Adidas Performance - In Q4 2025, Adidas brand revenue is projected to grow by 11% on a currency-neutral basis, with a gross margin increase to 50.8% [1][15]. - For the full year 2025, revenue growth is expected at 13%, with a gross margin of 51.6% and an operating profit margin of 8.3% [1][15]. VF Corporation Financials - VF Corporation's FY2026Q3 revenue reached $2.88 billion, with a currency-neutral growth of 2% [2][16]. - The gross margin improved to 57%, and the operating profit margin increased to 12.1% [2][16]. Brand Performance - The North Face saw a 5% revenue growth in Q3, with strong performance across all product categories [3][18]. - Timberland also reported a 5% revenue increase, while Vans faced a 10% decline [3][18]. Market Outlook - The sportswear sector is expected to maintain resilience and long-term growth potential, with a focus on brands like Li Ning and Anta Sports [4][19]. - Li Ning's profit is projected to decline by 9% in 2025 but grow by 5.8% in 2026, while Anta Sports is expected to see a 15% profit decline in 2025, followed by a 6.4% increase in 2026 [4][19]. Inventory and Supply Chain - The industry inventory is reported to be healthy, with expectations for downstream replenishment to drive upstream order growth [21].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for key companies in the textile and apparel sector, including Li Ning, Anta Sports, Shenzhou International, and Huayi Group [11][25][34]. Core Insights - Adidas is expected to achieve a 10% revenue growth in Q4 2025, with a 13% growth for the entire year on a currency-neutral basis, driven by strong performance across all channels and regions [1][15]. - VF Corporation reported a revenue of $2.88 billion for FY2026Q3, with a 2% year-over-year growth on a currency-neutral basis, and an improved gross margin of 57% [2][16]. - The North Face and Timberland brands showed strong growth, while Vans experienced a revenue decline of 10% [3][18]. - The overall performance of the sports footwear and apparel sector is expected to outperform the broader apparel market, with strong inventory management capabilities among key companies [4][19]. Summary by Sections Adidas Performance - In Q4 2025, Adidas brand revenue is projected to grow by 11% year-over-year on a currency-neutral basis, with a gross margin increase to 50.8% [1][15]. - For the full year 2025, Adidas anticipates a 13% revenue growth, with a gross margin of 51.6% and an operating profit margin of 8.3% [1][15]. VF Corporation Financials - VF Corporation's FY2026Q3 revenue reached $2.88 billion, with a gross margin improvement to 57% and an operating profit margin of 12.1% [2][16]. - The company expects Q4 revenue to remain flat or grow by 2% year-over-year [2][16]. Brand Performance - The North Face saw a 5% revenue growth in Q3, with strong performance across all product categories [3][18]. - Timberland also reported a 5% revenue increase, while Vans' revenue declined by 10% [3][18]. Market Outlook - The sports footwear and apparel sector is expected to show resilience and long-term growth potential, with key companies managing inventory effectively [4][19]. - Recommendations include Li Ning and Anta Sports, with projected profit growth for 2026 [4][19][20].