Core Viewpoint - Despite the continuous decline in pig prices, many listed pig farming companies are expected to report profits in the first half of 2025, primarily due to effective cost control measures [1][2][4]. Group 1: Company Performance - 14 pig farming companies have disclosed their performance forecasts for the first half of 2025, with 8 companies expected to turn losses into profits, including New Hope, Juxing Agriculture, and others [2][3]. - Muyuan Foods anticipates a net profit of 10.2 billion to 10.7 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of 1129.97% to 1190.26%, driven by a 32.5% increase in pig sales [2][3]. - New Hope expects a net profit of 680 million to 780 million yuan, indicating a turnaround from losses, with improved production metrics and reduced costs [2][3]. - Shennong Group forecasts a net profit of 341 million to 420 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 175.12% to 238.85%, attributed to a 40.93% increase in pig sales and lower raw material costs [3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - The pig farming industry is undergoing a "reverse involution" aimed at regulating sow capacity and boosting pig prices, with a focus on reducing the number of breeding sows by approximately 1 million [4][5]. - The top three companies, Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and New Hope, account for over 78% of total pig sales, indicating a trend towards increased industry concentration [4]. - The average selling prices of pigs have declined significantly, with Muyuan Foods reporting an average price of 14.08 yuan/kg in June, down 21% year-on-year [4][6]. Group 3: Market Outlook - Experts express cautious optimism for the pig market in the second half of the year, predicting a seasonal price increase but not a significant rise due to ample supply [6]. - The reduction in breeding sow capacity and overall weight of pigs is expected to positively impact pig prices in the medium to long term [6]. - The focus of competition in the pig farming industry is shifting from mere scale expansion to cost control and quality improvement, emphasizing the importance of detailed management practices [6].