Financial Performance - The company's revenue increased by 37.5% to RMB 5,684 million[2,4] - Profit attributable to ordinary equity holders increased by 38.4% to RMB 590 million[2,4] - The core Xtep brand revenue reached RMB 4,898 million[2] - Interim dividend per share was HK 13.0 cents, with a payout ratio of 50.3%[2] Core Xtep Brand - Core Xtep brand revenue increased by 36.2% to RMB 4,898 million[10,55] - Xtep Kids' revenue increased by 84% to RMB 721 million, accounting for approximately 15% of the core Xtep brand's revenue[30] Athleisure (K-Swiss & Palladium) - Revenue increased by 36.3% to RMB 629 million[35] - Gross profit margin decreased by 3.7% points to 39.8%[35] Professional Sports (Saucony & Merrell) - Revenue increased by 106.4% to RMB 157 million[42,70] - Gross profit increased by 109.0% to RMB 90 million[42] Retail Network - There are 6,251 Xtep branded stores in Mainland China and overseas[2,27]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company's total sales increased by 10.4% to RMB 7.203 billion, with gross profit up 18.5% to RMB 3.314 billion, resulting in a gross margin increase of 3.1 percentage points to 46% [8][11][9] - Net profit rose by 13% to RMB 752 million, with a net profit margin slightly increasing by 0.2 percentage points to 10.4% [9][12] - Operating cash inflow was RMB 826 million, exceeding net profit, indicating healthy cash flow [9] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales of the core brand (XTAP) increased by 6.6% to RMB 5.789 billion, while the professional sports segment (Saucony and Merrell) saw sales growth exceeding 72% to RMB 593 million [8][17] - The athleisure segment (K Swiss and Palladium) reported a sales increase of 9.7%, primarily driven by growth in China [20][21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The macroeconomic environment remains challenging, with weak consumer sentiment impacting brand development [7][26] - Consumer demand for sports goods has remained stable, outperforming the overall consumer industry [26] - The number of marathon participants and events has recovered to approximately 85% of pre-pandemic levels, indicating a growing interest in running [28][29] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company announced a strategic disposal of K Swiss and Palladium to focus resources on high-profit brands like XTAP, Saucony, and Merrell, emphasizing running as a core strategy [4][30] - The multi-brand strategy aims to cater to various customer segments in different sports scenarios, enhancing market position [5][30] - The company aims to maximize shareholder value and create good returns for investors despite economic uncertainties [6][43] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the long-term development of the group, citing a unique competitive advantage in the running market [6][43] - The company anticipates some growth driven by running products and kids' offerings, although it will adopt a more conservative target to avoid excessive inventory [18][24] - The focus will be on controlling expenses and inventory management in the second half of the year [24][25] Other Important Information - The company achieved an upgrade to A level in the Morgan Stanley ESG rating, becoming the first A-grade company in China's sports goods industry [6][10] - The interim dividend recommended is HKD 15.6 per share, with a total expected dividend of HKD 60.3 if approved [9][10] Q&A Session Summary - Questions regarding the impact of the macroeconomic environment on sales and strategies to mitigate risks were addressed, with management emphasizing a focus on running and cost-effective products [18][24] - Inquiries about the performance of new brands and their contribution to overall growth were met with positive feedback on Saucony's rapid expansion and profitability [36][37] - Concerns about inventory management and future sales targets were acknowledged, with management indicating a cautious approach to avoid excess stock [24][25]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the first half of 2023, the company's revenue was RMB 652 million, representing a 14.8% increase compared to the previous year [4][12] - Net profit increased by 12.7% to RMB 670 million, with a net profit margin of 10.2% [5][14] - The interim dividend was set at RMB 0.137 per share, with a payout ratio of 50% [5][12] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue from core brands increased by 10.9% to RMB 543 million, accounting for 83.2% of total revenue [12][15] - The mass market segment saw a 15% growth, while the leisure and professional sports segments also reported significant increases [15][16] - K Swiss and Palladium brands experienced an 18.9% increase in sales, primarily driven by the Chinese market [16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail sell-through for core brands increased by 20% in Q1 2023, with high double-digit growth continuing into Q2 [4][10] - The company reported a significant slowdown in growth starting in May, but maintained double-digit growth in July and August [10][11] - The company has 8,031 core XTEP branded stores, primarily located in Mainland China [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to strengthen its core brand strategy and enhance its R&D capabilities, particularly in the running segment [7][25] - There is a focus on nurturing new brands and expanding the ecosystem for running, aligning with national health and exercise policies [7][8] - The company plans to enhance its store experience and increase market share among younger consumers [34][36] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in leading the sector despite potential challenges from consumption and the economy [8][43] - The company maintains a sales growth guidance of 15% to 20% for the year [44] - Management noted that while there are uncertainties in the global economy, the demand for value-for-money products in the mass market remains strong [43] Other Important Information - The company received an upgrade in its MSCI ESG rating from BB to BBB, the highest in the industry [12] - The company is committed to sustainability, with plans to donate RMB 100 million to support youth development in rural areas [31] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the outlook for the company's sales growth? - The company remains confident in achieving a sales growth of 15% to 20% for the year despite market fluctuations [44] Question: How is the company addressing the challenges in the retail environment? - Management highlighted the focus on enhancing brand awareness through direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels and improving store experiences [37][38] Question: What are the company's plans for new product launches? - The company plans to continue launching innovative products, particularly in the running segment, to attract both professional and mass market consumers [25][26]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In 2022, the company's revenue reached RMB12.9 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 29.1% [4][14] - The net profit was RMB922 million, up 1.5%, while the core EXTEP brand's net profit increased by 10.7% to RMB1.35 billion [5][16] - The final dividend per share was RMB7.1, with a payout ratio of 50% for the full year [5][19] - Operating profit rose by 4.9% to RMB1.464 billion, with the core EXTEP brand's operating profit increasing by 9.4% to RMB1.759 billion [15][21] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Core EXTEP brand revenue grew by 25.9% to RMB11.128 billion, driven by strong performance in running products and kits [15][24] - The Athleisure segment revenue increased by 44.4% to RMB1.4 billion, with a significant contribution from the K Swiss and Palladium brands [15][44] - The number of stores for core EXTEP brand increased by 116 to a total of 6,313, with plans to open around 200 more stores in 2023 [18][40] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Retail sell-through growth was mid double digits for 2022, with Q1 exceeding 30% and Q4 experiencing a decline due to pandemic impacts [10][12] - By the end of 2022, inventory turnover days improved from 106 to 90 days, indicating better inventory management [22] - The company expects retail performance to improve in 2023 as pandemic control measures are relaxed, leading to more development opportunities in the sportswear industry [8][55] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to focus on the running category and enhance its brand positioning through professional performance to attract the mass market [7][42] - Plans include upgrading retail channels, enhancing store images, and increasing investment in kids' business to capture young consumers [37][40] - The company is committed to corporate social responsibility and aims to align with China's dual carbon goals through sustainable product offerings [36][41] Management Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed optimism about the recovery of the consumption market in 2023, anticipating strong growth in the sportswear industry [8][55] - The company is confident in achieving double-digit growth for the core EXTEP brand and 20% to 30% growth for the Athleisure segment in 2023 [55] - Management highlighted the importance of brand upgrading and expanding the running ecosystem to strengthen market presence [29][42] Other Important Information - The gross margin for the Athleisure segment decreased from 44.6% to 37.6% due to logistics and supply chain issues, but is expected to recover above 40% in 2023 [19][20] - The company reported a total loss of RMB120 million from four new brands still in the investment stage, which impacted overall profit growth [16][17] - The company has a healthy balance sheet with net cash of RMB1.22 billion and sufficient capital to support future brand developments [21] Q&A Session Summary Question: What are the growth targets for the new brands? - The company aims for Saucony and Merrell to achieve sales growth targets of 60% to 70% in 2023, with Saucony expected to break even [53][55] Question: How does the company plan to manage inventory levels? - The company has improved inventory turnover days and expects to return to a normal level of four months by the end of 2023 [13][22] Question: What is the outlook for the Chinese market? - Management is confident in the future of the Chinese economy, citing increased health consciousness and government support as positive factors [54][55]