Summary of Doctor Glasses Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Doctor Glasses - **Industry**: Optical Retail Key Financial Metrics - **Revenue Growth**: Revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 reached 1.084 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 25% [2][3] - **Net Profit**: Non-GAAP net profit attributable to the parent company increased by 7% year-on-year, totaling 79 million yuan [2][3] - **Gross Margin**: Overall gross margin decreased by 5 percentage points to 54% [2][9] Business Segmentation - **Offline Business**: - Contributed 83% of total revenue, with optical glasses and fitting services accounting for 65% of revenue, growing by 18% year-on-year [2][4] - Revenue from offline operations was 900 million yuan, a 14% increase [4] - **Online Business**: - Revenue reached 184 million yuan, representing 17% of total revenue, with a significant growth of 44% [2][8] - Online retail growth in Q3 was 68%, with an increase in average transaction value [16] Product Performance - **High-End Products**: - Average transaction value for mid-to-high-end products rose to 1,700 yuan, a 9% increase year-on-year [5][14] - Sales of optical lenses in offline stores grew by approximately 12% [14] - **Smart Glasses**: - Sales revenue for smart glasses was about 15 million yuan, contributing minimally to overall profits due to low gross margins [6][15] Store Expansion and Strategy - **Store Count**: - As of September 30, 2025, the company had 585 stores, with a net increase of 1 direct store and 27 franchise stores [7][11] - **Store Opening Goals**: - The target for new direct stores was adjusted from 50 to approximately 40 due to economic conditions, while franchise store openings remain at 50 [11] Future Outlook and Strategies - **Profitability Improvement**: - The company aims to enhance profitability by focusing on high-margin businesses and controlling the growth of low-margin sectors [13] - **Online Business Development**: - Plans to introduce well-known brands online and improve supply chain integration to boost profits [17] - **New Revenue Models**: - Exploring separate charges for eye exams and special displays for certain products to enhance service experience and increase revenue [20] Market Trends and Consumer Behavior - **Consumer Willingness**: - Increased willingness to invest in visual health, reflected in the growth of high-end product sales [5][14] - **Impact of Smart Glasses**: - Potential changes in consumer purchasing habits due to the rise of smart glasses, with a focus on maintaining strong offline sales channels [18] Additional Insights - **Gross Margin Trends**: - Online retail gross margin improved by 5 percentage points, while direct and distribution business margins declined [9][12] - **Customer Traffic and Conversion Rates**: - In-store traffic and conversion rates remain stable at around 30%, with efforts to enhance online-to-offline conversion [19]

Core Viewpoint - Sasa International Holdings Limited is exiting the offline retail market in mainland China by closing its last 18 stores by June 30, marking a significant shift in its business strategy due to declining profits and changing consumer behavior [1][9]. Financial Performance - For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, Sasa International reported a revenue decline of 9.7% to HKD 3.942 billion, with net profit plummeting 64.8% to HKD 76.97 million [3][4]. - The gross profit margin decreased from 40.8% to 39.8%, while core earnings fell by 51.1% [4]. - Earnings per share dropped from HKD 7.1 to HKD 2.5, and the final dividend was reduced from HKD 0.05 to HKD 0.017 [4]. Market Segmentation - The core market of Hong Kong and Macau saw a revenue decline of 12.3% to HKD 2.992 billion, accounting for 75.9% of total revenue [4]. - Despite a narrowing decline in offline sales from 19.4% to 6.3%, cautious spending by tourists and a strong US dollar impacted performance [4]. - In contrast, the Southeast Asian market emerged as a growth engine, with offline sales increasing by 15.4% to HKD 332 million, supported by the opening of new stores in Malaysia and Singapore [5]. Mainland China Market Dynamics - The mainland China market exhibited a stark contrast, with total revenue declining by 10.5% to HKD 521 million, where online sales accounted for 80.3% of the revenue [6][9]. - The offline sales channel saw a dramatic drop of 38.2% to HKD 103 million, prompting the decision to close all offline stores [6][9]. - Sasa's initial entry into the mainland market in 2005 was marked by competitive pricing and product offerings, but the rise of domestic beauty brands has eroded its market position [9]. Strategic Shift - The company plans to focus resources on enhancing its online business, increasing marketing efforts on social media and digital platforms to boost brand visibility and competitiveness [9].

Core Viewpoint - Sa Sa International Holdings Limited has announced the closure of its last 18 offline stores in mainland China by June 30, marking its exit from the mainland offline retail market. The company's annual revenue for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, decreased by 9.7% to HKD 3.942 billion, with net profit plummeting by 64.8% to HKD 76.97 million [2][5]. Financial Performance - For the fiscal year 2024/25, Sa Sa International reported a total revenue of HKD 3.942 billion, a decline of 9.7% year-on-year [5]. - The net profit for the same period fell significantly by 64.8% to HKD 76.97 million [5]. - The core market of Hong Kong and Macau saw a revenue drop of 12.3% to HKD 2.992 billion, accounting for 75.9% of total revenue [5]. - The Southeast Asian market showed growth, with offline sales increasing by 15.4% to HKD 332 million [5]. Market Dynamics - The mainland China market is experiencing a "strong online, weak offline" trend, with total revenue declining by 10.5% to HKD 521 million, where online sales accounted for 80.3% of the revenue [6][8]. - Offline sales in mainland China plummeted by 38.2% to HKD 103 million [6]. Strategic Shift - Sa Sa International plans to focus resources on developing its online business, enhancing marketing efforts on popular social media platforms and digital channels to increase the visibility and competitiveness of its exclusive brands [9]. Historical Context - Sa Sa International entered the mainland market in 2005 and expanded its store count to 77 by the fiscal year 2021. However, competition from domestic beauty brands has eroded its market advantage, leading to a reduction in store numbers [8].