Core Viewpoint - Dongwu Securities reports that Yuehai Investment's water business shows stable performance, improved liabilities after divesting Yuehai Land, stable dividend ratio, and strong cash flow certainty. The firm raises its forecast for net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027, reflecting better-than-expected cost reductions and efficiency improvements, maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]. Financial Performance - For Q1-Q3 2025, the company's revenue from continuing operations reached HKD 14.281 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.3%, with comprehensive profit attributable to shareholders at HKD 4.067 billion, up 13.2% year-on-year [2][3]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders grew by 13.2%, while financial expenses decreased by 52.9% [3]. Water Resource Business - The Dongshen water supply project reported revenue growth of 1.6% to HKD 5.242 billion for Q1-Q3 2025, with revenue from Hong Kong supply increasing by 2.6% to HKD 4.303 billion [4]. - The total water supply volume reached 16.70 million tons, up 1.5%, with tax profit contribution from the Dongshen project at HKD 3.596 billion, a 3.9% increase [4]. Property and Other Segments - The property segment, including Yuehai Tianhe City, saw a tax profit increase of 11.3% to HKD 0.767 billion, with revenue from the property investment segment at HKD 1.262 billion, up 4.8% [4]. - The department store segment reported a revenue decline of 45.6% to HKD 0.317 billion, but tax profit increased by 37.3% to HKD 0.064 billion [4]. - The hotel segment's revenue grew by 57.8% to HKD 0.505 billion, while tax profit decreased by 20.3% to HKD 0.069 billion [4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company's net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 13.2% year-on-year, driven by stable water business and cost reduction efforts [7] - The water resources segment showed steady performance, with revenue from the Dongshen water supply project increasing, and overall water supply revenue up by 2.6% [7] - The report adjusts the net profit forecasts for 2025-2027 upwards due to better-than-expected cost reduction and efficiency improvements, projecting net profits of HKD 45.36 billion, HKD 46.49 billion, and HKD 47.41 billion respectively [7] Financial Performance Summary - For Q1-Q3 2025, the company reported total revenue of HKD 14.281 billion, a year-on-year increase of 1.3%, and a pre-tax profit of HKD 6.241 billion, up by 9.5% [7] - The water resources business generated revenue of HKD 5.242 billion, with a pre-tax profit contribution of HKD 3.596 billion [7] - The property segment, specifically the Yuehai Tianhe City, saw a pre-tax profit increase of 11.3% to HKD 767 million [7] Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The earnings per share (EPS) is projected to be HKD 0.69 for 2025, with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 10.29 [1][8] - The report anticipates a dividend payout ratio of 65% for 2025, resulting in a forecasted dividend yield of 6.3% [7]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" and is maintained [9] Core Views - The company's total revenue for H1 2025 is 1.125 billion yuan, an increase of 12.03% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to the parent company is 111 million yuan, up 18.07% year-on-year [2][4] - In Q2 2025, total revenue is 499 million yuan, a decrease of 8.22% year-on-year, but the net profit attributable to the parent company is 54.09 million yuan, an increase of 40.61% year-on-year [2][4] Summary by Sections Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from vinegar series is 739 million yuan (up 8.04% year-on-year), while Q2 shows a decline of 0.97% year-on-year - Revenue from wine series is 151 million yuan (down 5.42% year-on-year), with Q2 showing a decline of 18.92% year-on-year - Revenue from sauce series is 80 million yuan (down 3.53% year-on-year), with Q2 showing a decline of 29.04% year-on-year - Other revenue is 142 million yuan (up 167.67% year-on-year), with Q2 showing a decline of 38.56% year-on-year - Online sales are 146 million yuan (up 13.82% year-on-year), while offline sales are 966 million yuan (up 13.48% year-on-year) [5] Profitability Improvement - The net profit margin for H1 2025 increased by 0.5 percentage points to 9.83%, and the gross profit margin increased by 1.86 percentage points to 38.41% - In Q2 2025, the net profit margin increased significantly by 3.76 percentage points to 10.83%, and the gross profit margin increased by 9.6 percentage points to 42.06% [6] Future Growth Potential - The company is deepening state-owned enterprise reforms, implementing stock incentive plans, and enhancing employee motivation, particularly in the marketing team - New production capacity from projects such as 100,000 tons of yellow wine and 100,000 tons of seasoning products is now operational, providing a solid foundation for future growth - The company focuses on three core product lines: vinegar, wine, and sauce, and aims to expand sales through new retail formats and B-end channels [7]

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights that Anjuke Food's Q2 profitability is under short-term pressure due to rising raw material prices, despite a slight increase in revenue. The company maintains a "buy" rating. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, Anjuke Food achieved total revenue of 76.04 billion yuan (+0.80%) and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 6.76 billion yuan (-15.79%) [2] - For Q2 2025, total revenue was 40.05 billion yuan (+5.69%), with a net profit of 2.81 billion yuan (-22.74%) [2] - The company plans to distribute a mid-term dividend of 1.425 yuan per share (tax included), with a payout ratio of 70.02% [2] Revenue Growth - Q2 2025 revenue growth improved compared to Q1 2025, with a year-on-year increase of 5.69% compared to a decline of 4.13% in Q1 [3] - Revenue from frozen dishes showed strong growth, with H1 2025 revenues for various product categories as follows: frozen prepared foods (37.59 billion yuan, -1.94%), frozen dishes (24.16 billion yuan, +9.40%), and others [3] - All sales channels showed sequential improvement in Q2 2025, with significant growth in "new retail and e-commerce" channel revenue (+35.15%) [3] Margin Analysis - Rising raw material prices have led to a short-term decline in gross margin, with H1 2025 gross margin at 20.52% (-3.39 percentage points) and Q2 2025 at 18.00% (-3.29 percentage points) [4] - The net profit margin decline was smaller than the gross margin decline due to cost reduction and efficiency improvements, with H1 2025 net profit margin at 8.89% (-1.75 percentage points) [4] Investment Recommendations - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 13.79 billion yuan, 15.40 billion yuan, and 16.95 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 18, 16, and 15 times [5] - The report maintains a "buy" rating for Anjuke Food [5]

Group 1 - The company reported a revenue of 163.30 million yuan for the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year decrease of 6.06% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders increased to 13.59 million yuan, showing a significant year-on-year growth of 140.53% [1] - The company is focusing on its core business, striving to expand both domestic and international markets, and enhancing customer loyalty while reducing costs and increasing efficiency to improve profitability [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [4][7]. Core Views - The company reported a total revenue of 76.04 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 0.80%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 15.79% to 6.76 billion yuan [1]. - The second quarter of 2025 saw a total revenue of 40.05 billion yuan, up 5.69% year-on-year, but the net profit attributable to shareholders fell by 22.74% to 2.81 billion yuan [1][2]. - The company plans to distribute a mid-term dividend of 1.425 yuan per share, with a payout ratio of 70.02% [1]. Revenue Performance - Revenue growth improved in Q2 2025 compared to Q1, with a year-on-year increase of 5.69% in Q2, contrasting with a decline of 4.13% in Q1 [2]. - The revenue from frozen dishes showed strong performance, with a notable increase of 26.05% year-on-year in Q2 2025 [2]. - All sales channels experienced sequential improvement in revenue during Q2 2025, with significant growth in "new retail and e-commerce" channels, which saw a year-on-year increase of 35.15% [2]. Profitability Analysis - The company's gross margin decreased to 20.52% in the first half of 2025, down 3.39 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to rising raw material costs [3]. - The net profit margin for the first half of 2025 was 8.89%, a decrease of 1.75 percentage points year-on-year, influenced by the decline in gross margin and an increase in financial expenses [3]. - Cost reduction and efficiency improvements helped mitigate the decline in net profit margin, which was less severe than the drop in gross margin [3]. Earnings Forecast - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 13.79 billion yuan, 15.40 billion yuan, and 16.95 billion yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of -7.12%, 11.66%, and 10.05% [4]. - The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are estimated to be 18, 16, and 15 times, respectively [4].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported strong financial performance for 2024 and Q1 2025, with significant growth in revenue and net profit driven by increased power generation and reduced financial costs [2][4]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved operating revenue of 84.49 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.1%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 32.496 billion yuan, up 19.28% [2]. - For Q1 2025, the company reported operating revenue of 17.015 billion yuan, a growth of 8.7%, and a net profit of 5.181 billion yuan, reflecting a 30.56% increase [2]. Power Generation - The total power generation for 2024 was approximately 295.9 billion kWh, a 7% increase compared to the previous year, with significant contributions from various power stations [2]. - In Q1 2025, total power generation was about 57.679 billion kWh, representing a year-on-year growth of 9.35% [4]. Cost Management - The company successfully reduced financial costs by 1.433 billion yuan in 2024, with total financial expenses amounting to 11.131 billion yuan [3]. - In Q1 2025, financial expenses continued to decrease by 13% compared to the previous year [5]. Investment and Projects - The company reported an investment income of 5.258 billion yuan in 2024, an increase of 11% [3]. - Ongoing projects include the completion of the equity reform and commencement of construction for the Hunan Youxian project, as well as obtaining administrative approval for the Gansu Zhangye project [3]. Dividend Policy - The proposed cash dividend for 2024 is 0.943 yuan per share, an increase of 0.123 yuan per share from 2023, totaling 23.07 billion yuan, which represents 71% of the annual net profit attributable to shareholders [6]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company adjusted its profit expectations for 2025-2027, forecasting net profits of 34.33 billion yuan, 36.18 billion yuan, and 37.68 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 21, 20, and 19.2 [7].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [4][15]. Core Views - The company has shown significant growth in revenue and net profit, with 2024 revenue reaching 844.9 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.1%, and a net profit of 324.96 billion yuan, up 19.28% [1][2]. - In Q1 2025, the company reported revenue of 170.15 billion yuan, a growth of 8.7%, and a net profit of 51.81 billion yuan, reflecting a substantial increase of 30.56% year-on-year [1][3]. - The reduction in financial expenses and growth in investment income have contributed to profit growth that outpaces electricity sales growth [2][3]. Financial Performance Summary - The company achieved a total revenue of 78,111.57 million yuan in 2023, projected to grow to 84,491.87 million yuan in 2024, and further to 86,028.17 million yuan in 2025, with growth rates of 50.04%, 8.17%, and 1.82% respectively [9][10]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to rise from 27,238.97 million yuan in 2023 to 32,496.17 million yuan in 2024, and 34,327.61 million yuan in 2025, with growth rates of 27.83%, 19.30%, and 5.64% respectively [9][10]. - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 0.943 yuan per share for 2024, an increase of 0.123 yuan per share from 2023, totaling 230.7 billion yuan, which is 71% of the annual net profit [3][9]. Operational Highlights - The company’s total electricity generation in 2024 is estimated to be approximately 2,959 billion kWh, a year-on-year increase of 7%, with significant contributions from major power stations [8]. - The average electricity price for 2024 is estimated at 0.252 yuan per kWh, slightly up from 0.250 yuan per kWh in 2023 [8]. - The company has made progress in reducing costs and increasing efficiency, achieving a 14.3 billion yuan reduction in financial expenses in 2024 [8].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [4][15]. Core Views - The company reported a significant reduction in financial expenses and an increase in investment income, leading to profit growth that outpaced electricity sales growth [2][3]. - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 17.015 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 8.7%, and a net profit of 5.181 billion yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 30.56% [1][3]. Financial Performance Summary - For 2024, the company achieved an operating revenue of 84.49 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 8.1%, and a net profit attributable to the parent company of 32.496 billion yuan, up 19.28% [1][3]. - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 0.943 yuan per share for 2024, which is an increase of 0.123 yuan per share compared to 2023, totaling 23.07 billion yuan, accounting for 71% of the annual net profit [3]. - The company expects to achieve net profits of 34.33 billion yuan, 36.18 billion yuan, and 37.68 billion yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 21, 20, and 19.2 [3][9]. Revenue and Profit Growth - The company’s revenue growth rates are projected to be 1.82%, 1.77%, and 1.27% for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, while net profit growth rates are expected to be 5.64%, 5.39%, and 4.14% for the same years [3][10]. - The company’s EBITDA for 2024 is projected to be 71.38 billion yuan, with a slight decrease expected in the following years [3][10]. Market Position and Valuation - The company has a total market capitalization of approximately 721.81 billion yuan, with a P/B ratio of 3.43 and an EV/EBITDA ratio of 14.23 for 2024 [5][10]. - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be 1.40 yuan for 2025, with a corresponding P/E ratio of 21.03 [3][10].