Investment Rating - The report assigns a HOLD rating to Mengniu Dairy with a target price of HK$16.80 [5][7][8] Core Insights - In 1H25, Mengniu Dairy's total revenue was RMB41.6 billion, representing a 6.9% year-on-year decline, which missed expectations. However, the core operating profit margin (OPM) increased by 1.5 percentage points year-on-year to 8.5%, exceeding expectations. The reported net profit was RMB2.0 billion, down 16.4% year-on-year, also missing expectations [5][8] - Management has revised its revenue guidance for 2025 to a mid to high single-digit percentage decline year-on-year, indicating a downward revision. The core OPM is expected to remain stable year-on-year, suggesting a quarter-on-quarter decrease in the second half of the year. The long-term target for OPM expansion of 30-50 basis points per year remains unchanged [6][8] - The forecasts for top and bottom lines for 2025-27 have been revised down by approximately 7% and 10%-16%, respectively. The report suggests that while the worst period for Mengniu has passed, it may take longer to see a turning point in the industry cycle, which is essential for a potential re-rating of domestic dairy giants like Mengniu. The current valuation is considered fair at a discount compared to its Hong Kong-listed food and beverage peers [7][8] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - Total revenue for Mengniu Dairy in 1H25 was RMB41.6 billion, down 6.9% year-on-year, missing expectations. The core OPM rose to 8.5%, while net profit fell to RMB2.0 billion, down 16.4% year-on-year [5][8] Management Guidance - The management has indicated a revenue decrease of mid to high single digits for 2025, with core OPM expected to remain stable year-on-year, implying a potential decline in the second half of the year [6][8] Forecast Revisions - The report has adjusted the revenue and net profit forecasts for 2025-27 downwards by about 7% and 10%-16%, respectively, reflecting a cautious outlook on the industry cycle [7][8]

Core Viewpoint - Mengniu reported a 16.4% year-on-year (YoY) net profit decrease alongside a 6.9% YoY revenue drop in 1H25, which was below expectations. However, the core operating profit margin (OPM) expanded by 1.5 percentage points YoY, attributed to lower raw milk costs and strict expense control. For FY25, management has revised down revenue guidance to a mid-single-digit (MSD%) or high-single-digit (HSD%) YoY decline, with core OPM expected to remain flat YoY [1][2][4]. Financial Performance - In 1H25, Mengniu's total revenue was RMB41.6 billion, down 6.9% YoY, and net profit was RMB2,046 million, down 16.4% YoY, both missing expectations. The core OPM increased to 8.5%, exceeding expectations due to gross profit margin (GPM) expansion from lower raw milk costs and disciplined expense management. Cash flow improved significantly, with cash flow from operations (CFO) at RMB2.8 billion, up from RMB1.9 billion in 1H24, aided by better working capital management and a 40% YoY reduction in capital expenditures (capex) to RMB1.0 billion [2][3]. Product Category Performance - Liquid milk sales fell by 11% YoY in 1H25, indicating weak dairy consumption demand. However, the YoY sales decline narrowed in Q2 compared to Q1. Other product categories, such as ice cream, milk formula, and cheese, showed resilient growth with YoY increases of 15%, 2%, and 12%, respectively [3]. Management Changes - A change in the CFO position was announced, with Mr. Ping Zhang retiring and Mr. Xinwen Shen appointed as the new CFO effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Shen has extensive experience, having served in various roles within COFCO Corporation Group for around 30 years [3]. Future Guidance - Management anticipates a revenue decrease of MSD% or HSD% YoY for 2025, with core OPM expected to stabilize at over 8%, indicating a half-on-half (HoH) decrease. The long-term OPM expansion target remains intact at +30-50 basis points each year, supported by potential mix upgrades and efficiency gains. Mengniu plans to renew its share repurchase program, potentially valuing up to HK$1 billion over the next 12 months, alongside a steady dividend payout ratio of over 45% based on adjusted net profit [4].

NDR takeaways: Strong 2B sales momentum into 2H with margin opportunities on other dairy product amid prolonged cycle; Buy | | | 1 September 2025 | 9:49PM HKT Mengniu Dairy (2319.HK) We hosted Mengniu NDR in Singapore on Sep 1st. Key takeaways include: 1) Management guided MSD-HSD % top line decline in FY25, but expected overall liquid milk to decline slightly with narrowing trend in 2H25 vs. 1H25 (-11%). The company remains cautious on the gifting demand trend for mid autumn festival in 3Q and also for 4Q ...

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