格隆汇8月25日丨艾德韦宣集团(09919.HK)公布中期业绩，截至2025年6月30日止六个月，集团录得收入 人民币3.117亿元，同比略微减少1.5%，乃由于国内消费者信心疲软、全球市场需求低迷及市场竞争加 剧。然而，集团透过战略性成本优化及营运调整，成功缓解该等外部压力的影响，从而在盈利能力方面 取得重大进步。 公司决议宣派2025年中期股息每股公司股份2.3港仙，金额约1712.9万港元。中期股息将于2025年9月19 日(星期五)或前后派付予于2025年9月11日(星期四)名列公司股东名册的股东。 于2025年中期，由于营运效率的提升，集团净利润增长16.2%至人民币3510万元。毛利率亦提升1.0个百 分点，由2024年中期的32.7%升至2025年中期的33.7%，反映集团即使在艰难时期依然能够有效管控成 本并提高盈利能力。 ...

牧原股份 东兴证券股份有限公司程诗月近期对牧原股份（002714）进行研究并发布了研究报告《出栏增长成本优化，公司 业绩高增》，给予牧原股份买入评级。 事件：公司公布2025年半年报，公司2025H1实现营业收入764.63亿元，同比增长34.46%，实现归母净利润105.30 亿元，同比增长1169.77%。 生猪出栏高速增长，完全成本持续下行。公司25年上半年合计销售生猪4691万头(其中商品猪3839.4万头，仔猪 829.1万头，种猪22.5万头)，同比增长44.84%。公司出栏量高速增长，预计全年能够实现商品猪7200-7800万头， 仔猪800-1200万头的出栏目标。公司养殖完全成本持续下行，25年6月完全成本已下降至12.1元/kg，7月降至11.8 元/kg，后续通过技术创新和精细化管理，公司有望持续降本增效，25年末成本目标11元/kg，全年平均成本目标 12元/kg。25H1公司销售均价约14.48元/公斤，同比下滑3.69%。在猪价小幅下滑的背景下，公司凭借持续优化的 养殖成本，生猪养殖板块毛利率同比大幅提升10.59个百分点，预计全年持续兑现可观收益。 屠宰产能利用率大幅提升，盈利能 ...

1H2025 earnings grew by 35.0% YoY, in line with the previous positive profit alert. The profit growth in 1H2025 was mainly attributable to three factors: 1) margin improvement driven by higher prices of primary aluminum and alumina; 2) improved operational efficiency (SG&A expenses declined by 5.1% YoY to RMB2.68 bn); and 3) optimized debt structure with lower finance costs (down by 17.7% YoY to RMB1.28 bn). Demonstrating strong confidence in future development, the management announced a share buyback plan ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" investment rating for the company [9] Core Views - The company shows an upward trend in single-store performance and is advancing mergers and acquisitions to release production capacity [5][6] - The company reported a total revenue of 835 million yuan for H1 2025, representing a 9% year-on-year increase, and a net profit of 132 million yuan, up 18% year-on-year [4] - The gross margin improved by 2 percentage points to 28.23% in Q2 2025, driven by cost optimization and scale effects [5] - The company has successfully integrated the supply chain for the "Manxiangren" brand and is deepening market penetration in East China [6] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For Q2 2025, total revenue reached 465 million yuan, a 14% increase year-on-year, with net profit rising by 31% to 94 million yuan [4][5] - The company’s EPS forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 1.21, 1.32, and 1.42 yuan respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 18, 17, and 16 times [9] Business Development - The company’s food revenue in Q2 2025 was 421 million yuan, with significant growth in customized filling products [6] - The franchise sales revenue reached 348 million yuan in Q2 2025, marking a 10% increase year-on-year, with a total of 5,685 franchise stores by the end of Q2 2025 [6] Market Strategy - The company is enhancing cooperation with major clients, achieving a 26% increase in group meal revenue to 106 million yuan in Q2 2025 [7] - Retail sales through channels like Hema and Tmall saw substantial growth, with increases of approximately 187% and 20% respectively in H1 2025 [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, with a target price of 12.78 yuan [6]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 54.715 billion yuan for H1 2025, a decrease of 4.02% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 2.798 billion yuan, an increase of 2.67% year-on-year [1]. - The company is focusing on accelerating product structure adjustments and optimizing cost efficiency to enhance profitability [3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 54.715 billion yuan, down 4.02% year-on-year, and a net profit of 2.798 billion yuan, up 2.67% year-on-year. The net profit excluding non-recurring items was 2.769 billion yuan, an increase of 3.77% year-on-year [1]. - For Q2 2025, the revenue was 27.875 billion yuan, a decrease of 2.45% year-on-year but an increase of 3.86% quarter-on-quarter. The net profit was 1.414 billion yuan, up 3.58% year-on-year and 2.21% quarter-on-quarter [1]. Sales and Margins - The company reported a steel sales volume of 9.8226 million tons in H1 2025, an increase of 3.23% year-on-year, achieving 52.8% of the annual sales target. Export sales remained stable at 1.1216 million tons [2]. - The gross margin for Q2 2025 was 14.89%, an increase of 2.59 percentage points year-on-year and 1.07 percentage points quarter-on-quarter. The gross margins for various products were 16.50% for special steel bars, 11.20% for wire rods, 14.23% for plates, and 16.15% for seamless pipes, with year-on-year increases of 2.91, 0.97, 0.10, and 2.48 percentage points respectively [2]. Future Outlook - The company is accelerating product structure adjustments by targeting industries with strong demand such as wind power, oil and gas, hydrogen energy, and new energy vehicles. Sales of wind power round billets increased by 2.6% year-on-year, and sales of special welding wire steel grew by 21% [3]. - The company aims to enhance cost optimization by improving energy efficiency in key processes, with energy consumption in ironmaking and converter processes decreasing by 0.74% and 2.35% year-on-year respectively [3]. - The company has established a national strategic layout along the coast and rivers and is exploring overseas opportunities, focusing on projects in Southeast Asia, the Middle East, North America, and Europe [3]. Profit Forecast - The company is expected to achieve net profits attributable to shareholders of 5.648 billion yuan, 6.123 billion yuan, and 6.650 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 11x for 2025 and 2026, and 10x for 2027 [4][5].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The underlying NPAT A for FY 2025 was $279 million, a 33% increase from FY 2024, while statutory NPAT increased by 82% to $149 million [5] - Underlying EBITDA rose to $474 million, a 25% increase from FY 2024, with a cash conversion rate of 98% [5][25] - The pro forma revenue for FY 2025 was $10.6 billion, reflecting a 2.5% decline adjusted for divested businesses [20][21] - The net debt to EBITDA ratio improved to 0.9 times, down from 1.4 times in FY 2024 [5][25] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Transport segment saw earnings increase by 11.1% to $278 million, with an EBITDA margin of 5.2% [9] - Energy and Utilities earnings increased by 43.9% to $122 million, despite a revenue decrease of 7.7% to $3 billion [12] - Facilities revenue remained stable at $2.2 billion, with earnings increasing to $151 million and a 7% EBITDA margin [14] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The government allocated funding increased by almost 6% in 2025, supporting infrastructure projects [3] - The energy sector is experiencing growth driven by decarbonization and network resilience needs, particularly in New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia [13] - The transport sector in New Zealand is expected to benefit from significant infrastructure programs, with $6 billion in projects announced [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on portfolio simplification and enhancing revenue quality, targeting a 4.5% average EBITDA margin for FY 2025 and 2026 [4][21] - The strategic focus is shifting from turnaround to sustainable growth, with an emphasis on organic growth within core markets [34] - The company plans to invest in modernizing work practices and technology to enhance productivity and customer experience [38] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving ongoing improvement across key metrics and maintaining balance sheet flexibility for growth [4] - The outlook for FY 2026 anticipates flat to slightly lower underlying revenue, with a focus on quality revenue and margin improvement [42] - Management highlighted the importance of being selective in pursuing opportunities to ensure quality revenue [46] Other Important Information - The company announced an on-market share buyback of up to $230 million and increased its dividend payout ratio to 60%-70% of underlying NPATA [36][37] - Safety metrics improved, with a 20% reduction in injury frequency rates [5][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you elaborate on the flat to down revenue guidance for next year? - Management emphasized the focus on quality revenue and being selective about opportunities, leading to a comfortable assessment of flat to slightly down revenue for FY 2026 [46][47] Question: What is the confidence level for achieving greater than 4.5% average margin? - Management expressed confidence in achieving the 4.5% target, citing progress in price, cost, productivity, and quality improvements [48][50] Question: Will there be a cleaner year in terms of significant items next year? - Management indicated that while some legal matters may continue, the nature of significant items is expected to decrease, transitioning towards sustainable growth [51][52] Question: What are the expectations for road activity in Australia? - Management noted that road maintenance spending needs to increase, with expectations for gradual improvement in volumes [57][58] Question: How does the $4.5 billion preferred business status influence revenue guidance? - Management confirmed that the preferred bidder status typically indicates a high likelihood of contract awards, which are expected to be multi-year projects [62][68] Question: What portion of FY 2026 revenue guidance is already secured? - Management stated that typically around 75% of revenue would be secured at this stage, incorporating expectations for contract awards [75] Question: What earnings benefit is expected from the cost-out program in 2026? - Management indicated that approximately two-thirds of the gross annualized cost benefits would contribute to FY 2026 results, helping to offset cost escalation pressures [79] Question: Will there be any net cash impact from divestment activity in 2026? - Management expects proceeds from the sale of the Keolis Downer business to impact FY 2026, estimating cash inflows between $60 million to $65 million [81][83] Question: What types of M&A opportunities are being considered? - Management clarified that any potential M&A would focus on complementary businesses that enhance current capabilities, particularly in transport and energy sectors [85]

Core Viewpoint - Team, Inc. has demonstrated solid performance in Q2 2025, with significant revenue growth and improvements in adjusted EBITDA, despite a net loss widening, indicating progress in its transformation initiatives [12]. Financial Performance - Revenues for Q2 2025 reached $248 million, an 8.5% increase from $228.6 million in the same quarter last year [2]. - Gross margin expanded to $68.1 million, reflecting a 7.1% year-over-year increase [2]. - The company reported a net loss of $4.3 million, compared to a loss of $2.8 million in the prior-year quarter, while adjusted EBITDA improved by 12.4% to $24.5 million from $21.8 million [2]. Segment Performance - Inspection and Heat Treating (IHT) revenues grew 15.2% year over year to $130.4 million, with U.S. operations up 13.4% and Canadian operations up 31.4% [3]. - Mechanical Services (MS) revenues increased by 1.9% to $117.6 million, with U.S. operations gaining 6.6%, but international markets showed weakness [4]. Balance Sheet and Liquidity - Liquidity at the end of the quarter totaled $49.3 million, including $16.6 million in cash and $32.7 million in undrawn credit availability [5]. - Total debt increased to $370.2 million from $325.1 million at the end of 2024, reflecting refinancing and seasonal working capital demands [5]. Management Insights - CEO Keith D. Tucker highlighted progress in the transformation program, with double-digit growth in the IHT segment and ongoing cost optimization efforts expected to yield approximately $10 million in annualized savings [6]. - CFO Nelson M. Haight noted the benefits of refinancing, which lowered the blended interest rate by over 100 basis points and extended loan maturities to 2030 [7]. Revenue Drivers and Challenges - Revenue growth was primarily driven by strong U.S. and Canadian operations in the IHT segment, while the MS segment faced challenges in international markets, particularly the U.K. and Trinidad [8]. - Gross margin expansion was attributed to higher volumes and improved cost management, with SG&A expenses representing 18.9% of revenues, down from 19.8% last year [9]. Future Guidance - Management anticipates continued revenue and margin improvements in the second half of 2025, reaffirming a target of at least 15% growth in adjusted EBITDA for the year [10]. - The company is committed to driving margin expansion, cost discipline, and operational resilience to enhance shareholder value [10]. Organizational Developments - Team appointed Dan Dolson as executive vice president, chief strategy and transformation officer, to accelerate transformation initiatives focused on revenue growth and margin improvement [11].

Group 1 - China Gold International reported a net profit of 200 million USD for H1 2025, marking a turnaround from losses year-on-year; Q2 2025 net profit was 115 million USD, also a year-on-year turnaround, with a quarter-on-quarter increase of 35.6% [1] - In Q2 2025, the average prices for copper and molybdenum showed a stable increase, while the average gold price surged by 15%; LME copper averaged 9,476 USD/ton, up 0.7% quarter-on-quarter; London gold averaged 3,280 USD/ounce, up 14.7% quarter-on-quarter; molybdenum concentrate averaged 3,582 RMB/ton, up 2.3% quarter-on-quarter [1] Group 2 - Q2 2025 production figures for the Jiama mine exceeded expectations: copper production was 18,000 tons, up 7% quarter-on-quarter; gold production was 21,300 ounces (0.66 tons), up 1%; silver production was 1,436,000 ounces (45 tons), up 9%; molybdenum production was 255 tons, up 29% [2] - The pricing coefficient for copper improved, with the discount coefficient rising from approximately 60% in Q1 2025 to about 67% in Q2 2025, enhancing the company's earnings elasticity to copper prices [2] - Significant cost improvements were noted in Q2 2025, with cash costs before by-product credits for copper dropping from 2.62 USD/pound in Q1 2025 to 2.35 USD/pound; total production costs before by-product credits decreased from 3.41 USD/pound to 3.19 USD/pound [2] Group 3 - The Changshanhao mine's gold production in Q2 2025 was 22,100 ounces (0.69 tons), down 7% quarter-on-quarter; sales were 25,500 ounces (0.79 tons), also down 7%; cumulative gold production for H1 2025 was 45,800 ounces (1.43 tons), achieving 57% of the annual guidance median [3] - The stockpile of ore at the Changshanhao mine increased significantly, with 3.39 million tons added in the quarter, a 25% increase from Q1 2025; the in-process gold at the end of the period was 155,000 ounces (4.83 tons), an increase of 7,000 ounces (220 tons) [3] - The company has not revised its production guidance; based on strong production and cost performance in Q2 2025, sales assumptions for Jiama copper mine and Changshanhao mine have been raised to the upper limit of guidance, with expected net profits of 393 million, 429 million, and 497 million USD for 2025 to 2027, corresponding to current P/E ratios of 10.2, 9.3, and 8.1 times [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that Jiantou Energy (000600.SZ) is rated as "buy" due to its strong performance in the second quarter, benefiting from cost optimization and stable power generation business [2] - The report highlights that the company's capital increase will support project construction, enhancing its long-term competitiveness [2] Group 2 - The report mentions potential risks including significant increases in coal prices, substantial decreases in electricity prices in Hebei, slower-than-expected growth in electricity generation in Hebei, potential failure of the capital increase, and delays in the construction of the Xibaipo Power Plant Phase IV project [2]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a solid performance in H1 2025, with revenue and net profit showing positive growth, driven by strong takeout business and effective cost management [1][2]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved revenue of 2.714 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 6.5%, and a net profit of 382 million RMB, up 35.66% year-on-year [1]. - The net profit margin reached 14.1%, an increase of 3.03 percentage points compared to the previous year [2]. Business Analysis - The takeout business generated revenue of 1.057 billion RMB, growing by 13.7% year-on-year, accounting for 39% of total revenue, while dine-in revenue was 1.647 billion RMB, up 2.2% year-on-year, making up 60.7% of total revenue [1]. - The number of takeout orders increased significantly from 12.8 million to 16.8 million, attributed to the expansion of stores offering takeout services and enhanced appeal of the online takeout platform [1]. - The company opened 55 new stores, increasing the total from 617 to 672, with notable growth in second-tier cities [2]. Cost Management - The gross margin improved to 70.5%, a year-on-year increase of 2.61 percentage points, primarily due to centralized procurement reducing ingredient costs [2]. - Employee costs decreased by 8.2% to 666 million RMB, optimizing the employee cost ratio to 24.6%, down 3.95 percentage points year-on-year [2]. Shareholder Returns - The company distributed dividends of 250 million RMB in H1 2025, maintaining a high payout ratio of 65.4%, with approximately 0.2119 RMB per share [3]. Future Outlook - Revenue projections for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are estimated at 6.1 billion RMB, 7.7 billion RMB, and 9.5 billion RMB respectively, with net profits expected to be 780 million RMB, 950 million RMB, and 1.17 billion RMB [3].