Core Viewpoint - The company is strategically positioning itself for international expansion through its Hong Kong IPO, which is seen as a critical step for future growth and credibility in the global market [3][9]. Group 1: IPO and International Strategy - The company submitted its H-share listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on May 27, 2025, marking a significant move towards its internationalization strategy [3]. - The IPO aims to enhance the company's credibility among global investors and support its overseas business expansion, particularly in Southeast Asia, with Vietnam identified as a key market [3]. - Funds raised from the IPO will be allocated to global supply chain expansion, breeding and smart farming R&D, and working capital replenishment [3]. Group 2: Business Development and R&D - The company’s subsidiary, Muyu Anliang, is in trial production, achieving 80% of its designed capacity, focusing on synthetic biology technology, particularly amino acid applications [4]. - The strategic goal of this initiative is to reduce reliance on soybean protein, thereby safeguarding national food security and mitigating risks associated with international soybean price fluctuations [4]. Group 3: Industry Outlook and Strategic Adjustments - The company perceives a stable future for the pig farming industry, supported by government policies aimed at stabilizing production capacity and pig prices [5]. - Since 2021, the company has shifted its focus from rapid growth to high-quality development, emphasizing cost control and technology output [5]. Group 4: Slaughtering Business and Synergy - The company’s slaughtering business, initiated in 2019, currently has a capacity of 29 million heads per year, with plans to enhance sales channels and optimize product structure [6]. - There is a strong emphasis on the synergy between slaughtering and breeding operations, allowing for better market demand understanding and value maximization [6]. Group 5: Cost Control and Financial Management - Since 2025, the company has seen a monthly decrease in pig farming costs, with May's cost at 12.2 yuan/kg, aiming for an average of 12 yuan/kg for the year [7]. - Future cost optimization will focus on disease prevention, breeding system improvements, feed cost reduction through synthetic biology, and enhanced smart equipment application [7]. - The company has set a target to reduce debt by 10 billion yuan, with a long-term goal of lowering the debt-to-asset ratio to over 40% [8]. Group 6: Industry Transformation and Social Responsibility - The company aims to elevate the pig farming industry’s image through technological innovation and model upgrades, making it a respected profession [9]. - The vision is to make pig farming less labor-intensive and more profitable, integrating technology and management to enhance production efficiency [9].

Group 1 - The core strategy of the company is the "three-horsepower" approach, focusing on cost optimization, IPO progress, and international expansion through technology output [1] - The company has successfully reduced its breeding cost to a new low of 12.2 yuan/kg, showcasing its resilience amid industry fluctuations [1][3] - The Hong Kong IPO application marks a significant step in the company's internationalization strategy, aiming to pave the way for overseas business over the next five to ten years [2] Group 2 - The company has established a complete service chain in Vietnam, addressing local technical gaps in breeding and disease prevention [2] - The company aims to reduce its debt by 10 billion yuan, reflecting a shift from rapid expansion to high-quality development [4] - The integration of slaughtering and meat processing operations is expected to enhance profitability, with a focus on optimizing product structure and expanding channels [4] Group 3 - The company is leveraging technological advancements in health management, breeding optimization, and smart applications to achieve cost control [3] - The goal for the annual cost is set at 12 yuan/kg, with a target to approach 11 yuan/kg by year-end, indicating a commitment to continuous improvement [3] - The vision of "decent pig farming" aims to reshape societal perceptions of the industry through technological innovation and improved labor conditions [4]

Group 1: Report Information - Report Name: Pig Daily Report [1] - Date: June 26, 2025 [2] Group 2: Investment Rating - No investment rating provided in the report Group 3: Core View - The reserve policy stabilizes pig prices and boosts confidence, and the phased reduction in volume and weight by enterprises supports the rebound of spot and futures prices. However, in the medium to long term, pig supply is expected to increase, demand enters the seasonal off - season, and the supply - demand situation remains loose. Futures are currently in a rebound, but are still affected by the off - season demand and loose supply - demand in the long run [9] Group 4: Summary by Section 1. Market Review and Operation Suggestions - Futures: On the 25th, the main 2509 contract of live pigs opened flat, fluctuated higher, and closed positive. The highest was 14,015 yuan/ton, the lowest was 13,930 yuan/ton, and the closing price was 14,000 yuan/ton, up 0.18% from the previous day. The total open interest of the index decreased by 813 lots to 164,612 lots. - Spot: On the 25th, the national average price of foreign ternary pigs was 14.48 yuan/kg, up 0.02 yuan/kg from the previous day [8] - Demand: The fat - to - standard price spread remained low, the utilization rate of pigsties increased slightly, the enthusiasm for secondary fattening replenishment was low, only a small amount entered the market, mostly in a wait - and - see state, weakening the support for prices. With rising temperatures, terminal demand weakened, slaughter enterprise orders were average, and the开工 rate and slaughter volume remained low. On June 25th, the slaughter volume of sample slaughter enterprises was 143,200 heads, down 100 heads from the previous day and 3,300 heads from a week ago. - Supply: According to Yongyi sample data, the planned slaughter volume in June was 23.629 million heads, a 1.02% increase from the actual slaughter volume in May. The slaughter volume continued to increase month - on - month. Currently, enterprises are reducing volume and weight in a phased manner, the slaughter volume of large pigs is declining, and the slaughter weight has decreased slightly [9] 2. Industry News - As of May this year, the inventory of reproductive sows in sample farms was 1.147 million heads, a month - on - month increase of 0.92% and a year - on - year increase of 8.57% [10] 3. Data Overview - As of May, the inventory of piglets in sample enterprises was 2.315 million heads, a month - on - month increase of 1.32% and a year - on - year increase of 14.3% - In early June, the average proportion of secondary fattening sales was 0.75%, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points from the previous ten - day period - As of the week of June 19th, the national average slaughter weight was 128.28 kg, a decrease of 0.54 kg from the previous week, a month - on - month decrease of 0.42% - In early June, the utilization rate of fattening pigsties was 38.5%, an increase of 0.8 percentage points from the previous ten - day period. The price difference between 150 - kg fat pigs and standard pigs in the week of June 19th was 0.07 yuan/jin, an increase of 0.01 yuan/jin from the previous week [19]

Core Viewpoint - Dekang Agriculture and Animal Husbandry, as a rising star in the industry, has demonstrated strong learning and innovation capabilities, creating a unique integrated breeding model for family farms that has achieved leading breeding results [1] Group 1: Company Growth and Strategy - The number of family farms empowered by the company increased from 2,011 at the end of 2020 to 2,608 by May 2023, with the number of pigs served rising from 1.22 million in 2020 to 4.21 million in 2022 [2] - The company plans to increase the number of empowered family farms to 3,275, 4,500, and 6,200 by 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with expected pig numbers reaching 9.65 million, 13.50 million, and 18.50 million during the same period [2] - The company's breeding costs are industry-leading, with a projected total cost of 12.27 yuan per kilogram by April 2025, indicating a profit of 348 yuan per head [2] Group 2: Industry Context and Competitive Advantage - The family farm model is highly viable under the rural revitalization strategy, with the "company + family farm" model providing significant policy advantages and reducing environmental and disease risks compared to large-scale self-breeding [3] - The concentration of the pig farming industry has increased significantly post-African swine fever, with the top 26 pig companies' market share rising from 7% in 2017 to an expected 33% in 2024 [3] - The company’s cost control is attributed to its advanced breeding system, strong corporate culture, and innovative production model, which collectively enhance its competitive edge [3] Group 3: Financial Projections - The company is expected to achieve total revenues of 28.22 billion, 33.75 billion, and 46.32 billion yuan, with net profits of 3.70 billion, 3.67 billion, and 6.97 billion yuan from 2025 to 2027 [4] - The projected earnings per share (EPS) for the same period are 9.52, 9.43, and 17.92 yuan, with a target price of 120 Hong Kong dollars based on comparable company valuations [4]

Core Viewpoint - New Hope Liuhe Co., Ltd. maintains a stable AAA credit rating for its main entity and related bonds, indicating strong financial health and operational stability [1][4]. Company Overview - New Hope Liuhe is a leading company in the agricultural and animal husbandry industry, focusing on feed production and pig farming after strategic adjustments [4][19]. - The company has a significant market presence, with total feed sales of 25.96 million tons in 2024, accounting for approximately 8.21% of the national total [5][19]. Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported total revenue of CNY 1,417.03 billion, with a profit of CNY 6.27 billion in the first quarter of 2025 [12][10]. - The company has a high liquidity position, with cash assets of CNY 117.06 billion as of 2025 [8][10]. - The total debt as of 2024 was CNY 671.93 billion, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 69.01% [9][10]. Industry Analysis - The feed industry is expected to experience stable raw material costs and a slight increase in supply, with demand structure showing differentiation due to varying livestock needs [15][18]. - The company benefits from an integrated supply chain that includes feed production, pig farming, and slaughtering, which helps mitigate price fluctuations and enhance disease control [22][19]. Competitive Advantages - The company has maintained strong competitive advantages in terms of scale, technological research, and integrated operations within the agricultural supply chain [5][19]. - It has established a diversified product structure, producing various types of feed for different livestock categories [19][20]. Future Outlook - The company plans to continue focusing on the feed and pig industries, aiming to expand its market presence and improve profitability through cost reduction and efficiency enhancement strategies [9][18].

Core Insights - The report suggests focusing on agricultural investment opportunities driven by price increases in key products such as beef and grains, policy reforms in the supply side, and recovery in downstream demand [5] - The beef industry is expected to see a price upturn after a period of losses, with a projected industry capacity reduction exceeding 10% [5][12] - The pig farming sector is anticipated to experience a slight decline in supply in 2025, with a focus on high-quality leading enterprises due to supply-side policies [5][45] - Poultry farming is facing supply disruptions, but demand recovery is expected to improve the market [5][87] Livestock Industry - Global beef prices have started to rise again after two years of decline, with May prices reaching $6.62 per kg, a 13% year-on-year increase [12] - China's beef consumption is projected to grow, with a total consumption of 11.52 million tons in 2024, up 3.84% year-on-year [22] - The domestic beef supply is expected to decline significantly due to a drop in cattle inventory, with a forecasted reduction of over 10% [22][24] Dairy Industry - China's raw milk prices have been declining since mid-2021, with the average price at 3.04 yuan per kg as of June 13, 2024, down 7.88% year-on-year [33] - The dairy industry is experiencing a significant capacity reduction, with over 90% of the industry facing losses [33] - A potential recovery in milk prices is anticipated in the second half of 2025 as supply-side capacity continues to decrease [38] Pig Farming - The pig supply is expected to increase slightly in 2025, with a projected output of 703 million pigs in 2024, down 3.3% year-on-year [45] - The average price of pigs is forecasted to be around 14.5 yuan per kg for the year, reflecting a decrease in supply pressure [45][54] - The industry is experiencing a recovery in profitability, with average profits for self-breeding and self-raising operations improving significantly [54][67] Poultry Farming - The yellow-feathered chicken market is stabilizing, with a projected output of 3.34 billion birds in 2024, down 7.18% year-on-year [92] - The white-feathered chicken supply remains ample, with prices stable as the market awaits demand recovery [98] - Long-term demand for white-feathered chicken is expected to rise, supported by improved efficiency and domestic breed replacement [102] Feed and Grain - The total feed volume is expected to increase due to rising pig inventories and improved profitability in livestock farming [107] - Grain prices are projected to recover from recent lows, influenced by external factors such as weather and international relations [117] - The report emphasizes the importance of grain security and the potential impact of trade relations on domestic agricultural costs [117]

Report Information - Report Title: Pig Daily Report [1] - Report Date: June 25, 2025 [2] Industry Investment Rating - Not mentioned in the report Core Viewpoints - The state reserve policy stabilizes pig prices and boosts confidence, and the phased reduction in volume and weight by enterprises supports the rebound of spot and futures prices. However, in the medium to long term, pig supply is expected to increase, demand enters the seasonal off - peak season, and the supply - demand situation remains loose. Futures are currently in a rebound situation, but are still affected by the off - peak demand season and loose supply - demand in the medium to long term [10] Summary by Directory 1. Market Review and Operation Suggestions - **Market Review**: On the 24th, the main 2509 contract of live pigs opened flat, then rose, fell back, and fluctuated down, closing with a negative line. The highest was 14,060 yuan/ton, the lowest was 13,905 yuan/ton, and the closing price was 13,940 yuan/ton, a 0.14% decline from the previous day. The total open interest of the index increased by 4,338 lots to 165,425 lots. The national average price of foreign three - way pigs was 14.46 yuan/kg, a 0.05 yuan/kg increase from the previous day [9] - **Market Analysis**: On the demand side, the price difference between fat and standard pigs remained low, the utilization rate of pigsties increased slightly, the enthusiasm for secondary fattening replenishment was low, only a small amount entered the market, mostly in a wait - and - see state, and the support for prices weakened. With rising temperatures, terminal demand weakened, slaughter enterprise orders were average, and the开工 rate and slaughter volume of slaughter enterprises remained low. On the supply side, the planned slaughter volume in June was 23.629 million heads, a 1.02% increase from the actual slaughter volume in May, and the slaughter volume continued to increase month - on - month. Currently, enterprises are reducing volume and weight in a phased manner, the slaughter volume of large pigs has declined, and the slaughter weight has decreased slightly [10] 2. Industry News - As of May this year, the inventory of breeding sows in sample farms was 1.147 million heads, a 0.92% month - on - month increase and an 8.57% year - on - year increase [11] 3. Data Overview - As of May, the inventory of piglets in sample enterprises was 2.315 million heads, a 1.32% month - on - month increase and a 14.3% year - on - year increase [20] - In early June, the average proportion of secondary fattening sales was 0.75%, a 0.9 - percentage - point decrease from the previous ten - day period [20] - As of the week of June 19, the average national slaughter weight was 128.28 kg, a 0.54 - kg decrease from the previous week, a 0.42% month - on - month decrease [20] - In early June, the utilization rate of fattening pigsties was 38.5%, a 0.8 - percentage - point increase from the previous ten - day period. The price difference between 150 - kg fat pigs and standard pigs in the week of June 19 was 0.07 yuan/jin, a 0.01 yuan/jin increase from the previous week [20]

Summary of Conference Call Records Industry Overview - The conference call primarily discusses the **agriculture sector**, focusing on **swine farming**, **aquaculture**, and **pet food industries** [1][2][3][4]. Key Points and Arguments Swine Farming Sector - The swine farming sector's priority has increased due to **fund allocation** and **valuation considerations**. The optimization of production capacity is expected to be the main theme, with an upward revision of market conditions anticipated for 2026 and beyond [1][3][4]. - In Q1 2025, there was significant **supply pressure** in the swine industry, leading to low price fluctuations. However, a decrease in feed prices improved farming profits, with net profits for self-bred pigs at **77.82 CNY per head**, a significant improvement from a loss of **96 CNY per head** in the previous year [1][5]. - The **number of piglets** increased by **16.33%** year-on-year, but the survival rate for fattening pigs remained stable, raising concerns about potential oversupply risks [1][6]. - The concentration of the top three companies in the swine sector reached **16.84%** in 2024, with Muyuan exceeding **10%**. The average debt-to-asset ratio for the swine farming sector was **56%**, down **4.2%** year-on-year, indicating ongoing financial pressure [1][8]. - As of April 2025, the number of breeding sows was **40.38 million**, showing a **1.3%** year-on-year increase, but still within a reasonable range for production capacity control [1][9]. Aquaculture Sector - The aquaculture sector is performing well, with prices for common fish species like grass carp and crucian carp rising due to reduced supply following previous years of losses. Specific species like **California bass** and **yellow catfish** are experiencing strong price performance [11]. - The **South American white shrimp** market has seen prices drop to their lowest for the year, but a recovery is expected towards the end of the year [11]. - Overall, the aquaculture sector is witnessing improved profitability, leading to increased feed demand, which is projected to grow year-on-year [11][12]. Pet Food Industry - The pet food market has shown significant growth, with exports increasing despite a **5%** decline in exports to the U.S. due to trade policy uncertainties. However, exports to Southeast Asia have surged by **51%** [13]. - The domestic market for pet food is also growing, with online sales showing double-digit growth, indicating a trend of consumption upgrade [13][14]. - The market concentration for pet food brands has increased, with the top 10 brands holding **36.56%** of the market share, reflecting a rise in both sales volume and prices [14]. Future Trends and Investment Directions - The swine industry is expected to maintain low prices in the second half of 2025 due to ample supply, with piglet prices also likely to fluctuate more significantly [7][10]. - Investment focus should be on low-cost, high-quality pig farming companies such as Muyuan and Wens Foodstuffs, as well as feed companies like Haida Group [16]. - In the pet sector, companies with strong product innovation and brand upgrade potential should be prioritized, alongside those capable of resource integration in the pet medical field [17]. Additional Important Insights - The overall agricultural sector performed well in the first half of 2025, particularly in consumer growth areas like pet consumption and aquaculture, with some companies exceeding expectations [2]. - The differentiation and increased trading density in the new consumption sector warrant a reevaluation of valuation levels across different segments [2][4].

Group 1: Pig Farming Industry - The report presents a unique research framework that suggests pig prices may stabilize before declining, reaching a low by the end of the year, with capacity reduction being a current industry theme [2][4] - The analysis indicates that the pig cycle consists of efficiency and breeding cycles, with a 7% year-on-year decline in breeding sows correlating with stable pig prices [3][4] - The report emphasizes that the current phase is characterized by price declines and capacity reduction, with a focus on the impacts of prices, policies, and diseases [4][5] Group 2: Duty-Free Industry - The report highlights a significant narrowing of the sales decline in the duty-free sector, with a strong rebound in average transaction value, indicating signs of data recovery [2][10] - The implementation of the "immediate buy and refund" policy nationwide is expected to enhance the shopping conversion rate for foreign consumers in China [12][20] - The report suggests that the duty-free channel has significant price advantages, allowing it to capture market share effectively, with products like cosmetics being priced at 70-80% of taxable prices [12][22] Group 3: Debt Market - The report anticipates a key strategy shift in the debt market, with expectations of a long-term decline in broad interest rates due to economic data divergence and capital market resilience [6][7] - It discusses the potential for credit bond rates to decrease, enhancing the attractiveness of government bonds [8][9] - The report emphasizes the importance of monitoring liquidity and interest rate trends, suggesting that the debt market may experience a rebound [6][7] Group 4: Solid-State Battery Industry - The report indicates that the solid-state battery industry is entering a phase of accelerated industrialization, supported by government policies and funding [24][25] - It highlights the significant market potential for solid-state batteries in various applications, including electric vehicles and low-altitude aircraft [25][26] - The report notes that leading companies are making progress in developing solid-state battery prototypes, which is expected to attract more players into the market [26][27] Group 5: Construction Industry - The report outlines that broad infrastructure investment increased by 9.2% year-on-year, while real estate investment decreased by 12% [28][30] - It emphasizes the need for continued policy support to stabilize the real estate market and improve market confidence [30][31] - The report recommends several construction companies with high dividend yields as potential investment opportunities [31]

Group 1: Pig Farming Industry - The pig prices are expected to rebound unexpectedly in the second half of 2025 due to easing supply pressure and seasonal consumption peaks, with recommendations to focus on leading companies like Muyuan and Wens [1][2] - The average price of live pigs from the beginning of 2025 to June 16 is approximately 14.81 yuan/kg, showing a year-on-year decrease of about 4% [12][14] - Major pig farming companies have seen a reduction in breeding costs, with Muyuan's cost dropping to around 12.2 yuan/kg, indicating improved profitability potential [12][14] Group 2: Aquaculture and Feed Industry - The aquaculture feed industry is expected to benefit from rising fish prices, with a notable increase in grass carp prices by approximately 10% since March 2024 [37][39] - Haida Group is highlighted for its strong competitive advantages and potential for growth in both domestic and overseas feed markets, with a projected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of about 20% for overseas feed sales from 2025 to 2030 [38][39] - The domestic feed industry is anticipated to recover due to improved profitability in the pig farming sector and a rebound in aquaculture [37][38] Group 3: Pet Industry - The pet industry is experiencing significant growth driven by a younger demographic of pet owners, with 90s and 00s generation pet owners accounting for over 66.8% of the market by 2024 [45][47] - The average annual spending on pets in China is currently at 2419 yuan, indicating room for growth compared to international standards [46][47] - The market share of domestic pet brands is increasing, with the top five domestic brands reaching a combined market share of 13.9% in 2024, while foreign brands are declining [54][55] Group 4: Snack Retail Industry - The snack retail industry is transitioning towards a dual oligopoly structure, with leading brands like Mingming and Wancheng expected to capture significant market shares of 34% and 30% respectively by May 2025 [4][39] - The industry has substantial room for expansion, with an estimated ceiling of 67,000 stores, indicating a potential for 1.4 times current capacity [4][39] - The profitability of leading snack retail companies is projected to improve due to economies of scale and enhanced bargaining power with suppliers [4][39]