Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the investment strategy of Duan Yongping, who continues to buy shares of Kweichow Moutai despite a significant decline in its stock price, indicating a long-term confidence in the company's business model and market position [1][3][5]. Company Performance - Kweichow Moutai's stock price fell to 1419.2 CNY per share, down over 45% from its peak of 2600 CNY in 2021 [1]. - The company reported revenue of 910.94 billion CNY and a net profit of 454.03 billion CNY in the first half of 2025, both showing over 8% year-on-year growth [9]. Investment Strategy - Duan Yongping's investment approach is characterized by a long holding period, often spanning a decade, and he views Moutai as a superior alternative to cash [5][13]. - He has publicly increased his stake in Moutai three times in 2025, demonstrating a contrarian investment strategy against prevailing market fears [3][5]. Business Model and Financials - Moutai enjoys a high gross margin of 92% and a net margin of 52%, significantly higher than typical consumer goods [5]. - The company has a strong pricing power, with a factory price of 1169 CNY per bottle and a market price of approximately 1760 CNY per bottle, allowing for profit margins even under wholesale price pressure [7]. - Moutai's operating cash flow has exceeded net profit for seven consecutive years, with a dividend yield of 3.47% in 2025, surpassing the yield of ten-year government bonds [7]. Market Challenges - The overall liquor industry is facing challenges, with over 100 distilleries closing and 60% of companies experiencing price declines [9]. - Kweichow Moutai is also contending with a generational gap in consumer preferences, as only 13% of Gen Z consumers choose liquor, prompting the company to explore new product lines [11]. Future Outlook - The company's rolling P/E ratio is approximately 20 times, which is only 60% of its average over the past five years, indicating potential undervaluation [13]. - Moutai's management plans to repurchase 6 billion CNY worth of shares and maintain a dividend payout ratio of at least 75% of net profit over the next three years [13].