Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The industry is experiencing increasing supply pressure of live pigs as the year-end approaches, with low prices continuing to decline. In October 2025, the national average selling price of live pigs was 11.69 yuan/kg, down 10.74% month-on-month and 33.56% year-on-year. The slaughter volume in October was 5.0352 million heads, up 10.40% month-on-month and 9.55% year-on-year. The actual output in October exceeded the planned output by 5.70%, but the planned output for November is expected to decrease by 3.27% compared to October [3][14][24] Summary by Sections Industry Overview - The supply pressure of live pigs is gradually accumulating as the year-end approaches, with low prices continuing to decline. The average selling price in October 2025 was 11.69 yuan/kg, reflecting a significant decrease [3][14] - The slaughter volume in October was 5.0352 million heads, indicating a month-on-month increase of 10.40% and a year-on-year increase of 9.55% [3][14] Market Dynamics - The proportion of large pigs (over 150kg) in the slaughter structure was 4.89%, which is lower than the same period in 2024. The stock of large pigs is expected to increase, leading to a more relaxed supply in the future [4][18] - The winter pork consumption is expected to improve, which may drive the price difference between lean and fatty pork. However, the high inventory rate of frozen products may suppress future prices [4][19][23] Financial Performance - In October, the industry faced deepening losses, with self-breeding losses reaching 167.97 yuan per head. The breeding stock decreased by 0.77% month-on-month [5][24] - The average selling price of major listed pig companies decreased month-on-month, with prices ranging from 10.97 to 11.87 yuan/kg, reflecting declines of 9.9% to 13.9% [6][7][34]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report indicates that the rebound in pig prices may be nearing its end, with supply pressure leading to a potential bottoming out of prices. As of November 9, 2025, the average price of live pigs in China is 11.90 yuan/kg, down 0.30 yuan/kg week-on-week and down 4.80 yuan/kg year-on-year [3][12] - The report highlights that the entry of second-stage breeding is nearing its end, with high existing stock levels leading to price pressure ahead of the New Year. The proportion of second-stage breeding in actual sales was 2.12% from October 20-31, 2025, up 0.03 percentage points month-on-month and 0.20 percentage points year-on-year [4][19] - The report suggests that the ongoing losses in pig farming may accelerate the culling of sows, driven by multiple factors including policy adjustments and disease outbreaks. Recommended stocks include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others [5][27] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The report notes that the average weight of pigs being sold has increased to 128.30 kg per head, with a week-on-week increase of 0.40 kg and a year-on-year increase of 2.23 kg. The price difference between fat pigs and standard pigs has narrowed, indicating an increase in fat pig supply [3][12] - The report also mentions that the breeding stock of sows has decreased by 0.77% month-on-month as of October 2025, with the price of 7 kg piglets rebounding to 198 yuan/head due to rising pig prices [4][24] Weekly Market Performance - From November 3 to November 7, 2025, the agricultural sector underperformed the broader market by 0.29 percentage points, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.08% and the agricultural index rising by 0.79% [5][30] - The report highlights that the fishery sector led the gains among sub-sectors, with stocks like Jinxinnong, Yuegui, and Luoniushan showing significant increases [5][30] Price Tracking - As of November 7, 2025, the average price of live pigs is 11.91 yuan/kg, down 0.58 yuan/kg from the previous week, while the price of piglets is 18.93 yuan/kg, up 0.80 yuan/kg [5][38] - The report also tracks the prices of other agricultural products, noting increases in beef, shrimp, corn futures, and soybean meal futures [5][39][48] Key News - The report mentions that the National Bureau of Statistics reported a 10.1% month-on-month increase in the price of live pigs in late October 2025 [5][36] - It also notes that the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has released guidelines for the construction of a smart agriculture standard system [5][37] Feed Production - According to the China Feed Industry Association, the total industrial feed production in September 2025 was 30.36 million tons, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 3.4% [5][57] Import Data - In September 2025, pork imports totaled 80,000 tons, down 22.5% year-on-year, while chicken imports were 7,100 tons, down 75.2% year-on-year [5][54][55]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report indicates that the pig price has bottomed out and is rebounding, but the overall trend of breeding stock reduction remains unchanged. The short-term increase in breeding stock does not alter the long-term reduction trend [3][12] - The beef price continues to rise, but there is cautious replenishment in the industry due to differing expectations. The cattle inventory decreased in Q3 2025 [4][28] - The report highlights the acceleration of pig farming losses and the strengthening logic of domestic pet products, recommending several companies in the pig farming and feed sectors [5][31][34] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The proportion of breeding stock in actual sales increased to 2.09%, with a significant rise in breeding barn utilization rate to 44.8% [17][12] - As of October 24, 2025, the average price of pigs in China was 11.81 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 0.63 CNY/kg, but a year-on-year decrease of 5.74% [12][3] Weekly Perspective - The report notes that pig and piglet prices are in a loss situation, leading to an accelerated reduction in breeding stock. The report recommends companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff, and others [5][31] - The feed sector is benefiting from the post-cycle of poultry and livestock, with strong overseas demand supporting prices. Recommended companies include Haida Group and New Hope [31] Market Performance (October 20-24) - The agriculture sector underperformed the market by 4.24 percentage points, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 2.88% while the agriculture index fell by 1.36% [35][37] - The report highlights that the fishery sector led the gains among sub-sectors [35] Price Tracking (October 20-24) - The average price of pigs was 11.82 CNY/kg, with a week-on-week increase of 0.65 CNY/kg. The average price of piglets was 17.66 CNY/kg, down by 0.33 CNY/kg [43][44] - The average wholesale price of beef was 66.21 CNY/kg, with a slight increase of 0.21 CNY/kg [48]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report indicates that pig prices are stabilizing at low levels, with a continued reduction in breeding stock. As of October 17, 2025, the national average price for live pigs is 11.18 yuan/kg, showing a week-on-week increase of 0.19 yuan/kg but a year-on-year decrease of 6.52% [3][12] - The report highlights that the price of piglets has further declined, which may accelerate the culling of sows. The price for 7kg piglets has dropped to 165 yuan/head, below the industry average cost of 300 yuan/head, leading to potential losses that could hasten the elimination of sows [4][19] - The report notes that the domestic pet market is experiencing a rise in local brands, particularly during the Double Eleven pre-sale event, where the top eight brands in sales are all domestic [5][22] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The pig price is in a low-level fluctuation, with breeding stock reduction continuing. The proportion of breeding stock in actual sales is 1.02%, with a week-on-week increase of 0.09 percentage points but a year-on-year decrease of 5.07 percentage points. The utilization rate of breeding facilities is 32%, down 2.4 percentage points from the previous period and down 15.9 percentage points year-on-year [12][13] Weekly Perspective - The report suggests that losses in pig farming may accelerate the reduction of breeding stock. The price of live pigs continues to decline, reaching a new low for the year, and the losses in pig farming are deepening. The report recommends stocks such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others [29][30] Market Performance (October 13-17) - The agricultural sector underperformed the market by 0.73 percentage points, with the Shanghai Composite Index down 1.47% and the agricultural index down 2.20%. Notable stock performances include Shenyin Wanguo Biological (+10.33%) and others [32][37] Price Tracking (October 13-17) - The average price for live pigs is 11.17 yuan/kg, down 0.01 yuan/kg from the previous week. The average price for piglets is 17.99 yuan/kg, down 0.73 yuan/kg. The average price for white strip meat is 14.68 yuan/kg, down 0.51 yuan/kg [6][47] Key News (October 13-17) - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs held a video conference to strengthen the inspection and slaughtering of pigs, emphasizing the importance of quality control in pork products [38]