Group 1 - Anta Sports Products Co., Ltd. reported a low single-digit positive growth in retail sales for its main brand in Q2 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - FILA brand products achieved a mid-single-digit positive growth in retail sales compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - Other brands (excluding those added after April 1, 2025) saw a significant retail sales growth of 50% to 55% compared to the same period in 2024 [1] Group 2 - In the first half of 2025, Anta brand products recorded a mid-single-digit positive growth in retail sales compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - FILA brand products achieved a high single-digit positive growth in retail sales compared to the same period in 2024 [1] - Other brands experienced a retail sales growth of 60% to 65% compared to the same period in 2024 [1] Group 3 - Anta is diversifying its brand strategy through a "thousand stores, thousand faces" approach, optimizing channel quality and covering various market segments [2] - The company has introduced various types of offline stores to cater to different consumer groups and shopping environments, enhancing its offline channel [2] - Anta's e-commerce business is increasingly contributing to the group's revenue growth, becoming a key growth engine [2] Group 4 - Anta maintains a multi-brand and global strategy, with the outdoor segment contributing to incremental growth [3] - FILA, as the second-largest brand, focuses on high-end sports fashion while investing in functional products and exploring new sports markets [3] - The acquisition of the Wolf Paw brand extends Anta's outdoor product line from high-end to mass market, enhancing competitiveness in the outdoor sports sector [3]

英超豪门曼城足球俱乐部15日宣布，他们已与彪马公司续签长期合同。据英国当地媒体报道，新合同总 金额多达10亿英镑（1英镑约合人民币9.6元），每年至少一亿英镑。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The overall economic performance in the first half of the year is stable and improving, with a GDP growth of 5.3% year-on-year, indicating strong resilience and pressure resistance of the Chinese economy [2][3]. Economic Performance - The GDP for the first half of the year reached 66,053.6 billion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5.3% [2]. - The contribution rate of domestic demand to GDP growth was 68.8%, with final consumption expenditure contributing 52% [4]. - The first quarter GDP growth was 5.4%, while the second quarter saw a slight decrease to 5.2% [2]. Sector Analysis - The primary industry added value was 31,172 billion yuan, growing by 3.7%; the secondary industry reached 239,050 billion yuan, with a growth of 5.3%; and the tertiary industry added 390,314 billion yuan, growing by 5.5% [2]. - Retail sales of consumer goods totaled 24.55 trillion yuan, with a year-on-year growth of 5%, and the second quarter growth accelerated to 5.4% [4]. Consumer Trends - Service consumption accounted for an increasing share, with service retail sales growing by 5.3% and goods retail sales by 5.1% [4]. - Upgrading consumption trends were noted, with sports goods retail sales increasing by 22.2% and jewelry retail sales by 11.3% [4]. - New consumption models and trends, such as "self-indulgent consumption" and personalized consumption, are emerging [4]. Future Outlook - The positive consumption trend is expected to continue into the second half of the year, supported by ongoing consumption policies and subsidies [5]. - The expansion of visa-free policies is boosting domestic consumption, with significant increases in foreign visitors during holidays [5].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The company is successfully expanding its "super premium store" format, maintaining its leading position in the market [8] - The company has achieved significant revenue growth, with total revenue projected to reach RMB 10,074 million in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 18.26% [1] - The company is focusing on high-quality and cost-effective new products, which is expected to drive continued industry-leading growth [8] Financial Projections - Total revenue (in million RMB) is forecasted as follows: - 2023: 8,518 - 2024: 10,074 (20.24% YoY) - 2025: 11,377 (18.26% YoY) - 2026: 12,653 (12.94% YoY) - 2027: 13,990 (10.57% YoY) [1] - Net profit attributable to the parent company (in million RMB) is projected as follows: - 2023: 961.43 - 2024: 1,148.62 (28.68% YoY) - 2025: 1,304.14 (19.47% YoY) - 2026: 1,457.57 (13.54% YoY) - 2027: 1,616.25 (10.89% YoY) [1] - The latest diluted EPS (in RMB) is expected to be: - 2023: 0.46 - 2024: 0.56 - 2025: 0.63 - 2026: 0.70 - 2027: 0.78 [1] - The P/E ratio is projected as follows: - 2023: 9.67 - 2024: 8.09 - 2025: 7.13 - 2026: 6.38 - 2027: 5.75 [1] Business Development - The company has opened 49 new "super premium stores" in the first half of 2025, with a target of 80-100 for the entire year [8] - The new store format has a significantly larger area (900-1000 square meters) and a higher SKU count (700-800) compared to regular stores, which is expected to enhance customer traffic and sales metrics [8] - The company is actively expanding in niche markets such as running and basketball, with new product launches and sponsorships to enhance brand image [8]

Core Viewpoint - Xinghui Entertainment is shifting its focus entirely to AI games and toys after selling its stake in the Espanyol football club, marking a strategic pivot from its previous investments in sports [1][3]. Group 1: Transaction Details - Xinghui Entertainment's subsidiary signed an agreement to sell 99.66% of Espanyol for €130 million, with €65 million in cash and €65 million in shares of VELOCITY SPORTS LTD [1]. - Post-transaction, Xinghui will hold a 16.45% stake in VELOCITY, aligning Espanyol with Burnley under the same ownership group [1]. - The sale is expected to generate approximately ¥150 million in net profit for Xinghui Entertainment [1]. Group 2: Historical Context - Xinghui Entertainment acquired a controlling stake in Espanyol in 2015 for up to €64.34 million and increased its ownership to 99.35% in 2016 [1]. - During its peak, Espanyol achieved a 7th place finish in La Liga in the 2018-2019 season and signed Chinese forward Wu Lei for €1.5 million, marking a significant moment for Chinese investment in football [2]. Group 3: Financial Performance - The football club business generated ¥789 million in revenue in 2023, accounting for 45.52% of the company's total revenue [2]. - Despite revenue contributions, Espanyol reported a net loss of ¥33.83 million in 2023, continuing to impact the overall performance of Xinghui Entertainment [2]. - Xinghui's financial trajectory from 2022 to 2024 shows revenues of ¥1.606 billion, ¥1.733 billion, and ¥1.36 billion, with net profits of -¥310 million, ¥27.71 million, and -¥458 million, indicating significant volatility [2]. Group 4: Strategic Focus Post-Transaction - Following the sale, Xinghui Entertainment will concentrate on game development, toy branding, and AI technology applications, which are seen as core growth drivers [3]. - The funds from the sale will be allocated to AI game and toy innovation, cloud gaming platform development, and international market expansion [3]. - The success of this strategic shift will depend on the company's ability to leverage its existing IPs and integrate AI technology into its gaming and toy offerings [3].

Core Viewpoint - CICC maintains the EPS forecast for 361 Degrees (01361) at 0.64/0.72 HKD for 2025/26, with a target price of 5.62 HKD, indicating a 14% upside potential from the current stock price [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, the main brand and children's clothing offline revenue grew by approximately 10% year-on-year, while online revenue increased by about 20% [2] - Retail discounts remained stable at around 71%, and the inventory-to-sales ratio was in the range of 4.5 to 5 times [2] Group 2: New Store Formats - The company opened 39 new 361 Degrees Super Stores in cities like Guangzhou, Changsha, Tianjin, Shanghai, and Dalian, bringing the total to 49 by the end of June 2025 [3] - Approximately 6% of the Super Stores are located in first-tier cities, 40% in second-tier cities, and 54% in third-tier cities and below, with 55% of stores in shopping malls and department stores [3] Group 3: Product Innovation and Marketing - The company continues to implement a strategy of "technology-driven product innovation," launching various new running shoes and expanding its sports product matrix [4] - The company sponsored the 2025 Qingdao Marathon and enhanced brand visibility through targeted marketing efforts, which increased product attention [4]

Core Insights - The rising demand for specialized running shoes among teenagers is driven by the need to improve physical fitness test scores for middle school entrance exams [1][2][3] - The market for youth running shoes is evolving into more segmented categories, including "test shoes," "arch support shoes," and "campus daily shoes" [1][5][6] - Major sports brands are responding to this trend by developing products specifically designed for the youth segment, focusing on performance and functionality [7][8] Market Trends - The popularity of carbon plate running shoes has surged among middle and primary school students, leading to a phenomenon of "equipment competition" in schools [2][3] - Brands like Anta, FILA, and Li Ning are launching products tailored for physical tests, with Anta's Maher series being a notable example, achieving sales of 500 million yuan in 2024 [3][8] - The youth sports market is projected to grow significantly, with a forecasted compound annual growth rate of 10.47% from 2024 to 2030, reaching a market size of 98.91 billion yuan in China by 2024 [8] Product Development - Brands are shifting their focus from lightweight, everyday training shoes to functional running shoes that enhance speed and cater to specific scenarios [7][8] - There is a lack of dedicated youth product lines among major brands, as they often rely on adult and children's lines to meet the needs of the adolescent demographic [4][8] - Future product strategies will likely include professional validation of functionality, age-specific designs, and integrated product systems that combine shoes with protective gear and training apps [8]

Group 1 - LG Electronics has initiated the development of hybrid bonding equipment, aiming for mass production by 2028. This technology is crucial for constructing 16+ layer stacked HBM memory, utilizing copper-copper bonding without bumps to reduce the spacing between DRAM dies and achieve higher stacking with lower heat generation [1] - Heilongjiang Province has implemented a subsidy policy for manufacturing innovation centers, providing 30% reimbursement on research equipment purchases, with a maximum annual subsidy of 3 million yuan at the provincial level and a one-time national award of 10 million yuan to accelerate the commercialization of R&D results [1] - The SQX-3 rocket's sub-stage methane tank successfully completed a low-temperature static test, marking a significant achievement for the company in the aerospace sector [1] Group 2 - The first humanoid robot sports science joint laboratory has been established in Beijing Yizhuang, in collaboration with Li Ning Group, indicating a significant advancement in the field of humanoid robotics [1] - Panasonic has postponed the full operation of its new electric vehicle battery factory in the U.S. due to sluggish sales reported by its main customer, Tesla. The factory, located in Kansas, was initially set to begin operations by the end of the 2026 fiscal year, reflecting a broader slowdown in the global electric vehicle market [1]

平安证券发布研报称，网球鞋服品牌端具有较好的增长潜力和机遇。具体来看，网球上游的网球拍、网 球、服装等产品的研发与制造，中下游的体育用品销售、媒体传播以及培训服务、赛事组织及场地建设 与维护等，都呈现快速发展的趋势及局面。随着可选消费逐渐修复向好，终端消费环境逐渐改善，或将 助力网球运动产业链的复苏。 基于可选消费修复逻辑，该行认为，在国家政策对网球运动的支持下，以及网球国际比赛赛事的加持 下，网球运动逐渐受到越来越多年轻群体的喜爱。网球运动行业或将迎来全新发展的机遇。该行建议配 置网球运动赛道的优质核心资产，特别是业绩确定性较强且估值具备性价比的标的。其中，建议重点关 注市占率较高的网球服装品牌企业。 平安证券主要观点如下： 网球运动正逐渐从欧美等传统优势国家拓展至中国等新市场 我国网球鞋服市场竞争格局出现新特点 由于我国是网球新市场，海外知名网球鞋服品牌纷纷进入国内市场，例如NIKE、ADIDAS等，这些品 牌以其较强的品牌影响力、产品质量、技术优势等在市场中占据重要位置。同时，我国本土品牌也在不 断进行创新，以市场导向不断调整营销策略，并向高端市场发起挑战，例如安踏集团的FILA品牌及 Wilson品牌 ...

Summary of Li Ning Company Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Li Ning Company - **Period**: Q2 2025 Key Points Store Performance - In Q2 2025, Li Ning's main brand stores decreased by 18, while Li Ning YOUNG brand stores decreased by 33, aligning with the company's plan for the year [2][4] - As of the end of Q2 2025, the total number of Li Ning main brand stores was 6,099, a net increase of 11 from the previous quarter but a decrease of 18 from the end of the previous year [4] Sales and Revenue - Overall, the company achieved low single-digit revenue growth of approximately 1% in Q2 2025, which was below internal expectations [3] - The offline channel experienced a low single-digit decline, while the e-commerce channel saw a mid-single-digit growth, although performance during the 618 shopping festival was weak [3][5] Marketing and Brand Strategy - Following the signing of Yang Hansheng, Li Ning plans to launch limited edition products featuring his personal logo, aiming to enhance brand recognition despite short-term challenges in the basketball category [2][7] - The company is focusing on the "Honor Series" product line for the Olympics, with marketing centered around "Olympics plus Technology" [2][8] Inventory Management - Li Ning reported a healthy inventory situation with a turnover rate of approximately 4 months and a stock-to-sales ratio of around 4 [2][10] - The company is monitoring international brand inventory normalization and trends in high-end technology products to adjust its strategy accordingly [9][10] Market Challenges - The overall retail environment remains challenging, with increased discounting pressures leading to a decline in gross margins [2][14] - The company anticipates continued pressure on gross margins for the remainder of the year, making it difficult to maintain the previous year's gross margin level of 49.4% [14] Future Outlook - For H2 2025, Li Ning's marketing efforts will focus on the Olympics, with specific attention on running products that emphasize protection and stability, as well as outdoor products for the autumn and winter seasons [17][18] - The company expects competition to remain fierce in 2026, which could benefit market health but is difficult to predict due to macroeconomic uncertainties [11][12] Financial Strategy - Li Ning has increased its interim dividend and plans to maintain a dividend payout ratio of 50% while exploring other forms of shareholder returns, such as stock buybacks [26] - The company aims to balance revenue growth and discount strategies while maintaining a healthy inventory and managing risks [15][16] Marketing Activities - In H1 2025, Li Ning conducted various marketing activities, including a partnership with the Chinese Olympic Committee and events promoting Olympic culture across multiple cities [25] - The company plans to increase marketing expenditures in H2 2025, particularly due to the Olympic-related activities [23] Product Development - Li Ning is expanding its product lines in niche categories like tennis and pickleball, while the badminton category has shown significant growth, although it remains smaller compared to major categories like running and basketball [21][22] Conclusion - Li Ning is navigating a challenging retail environment with strategic marketing initiatives and a focus on inventory management, while preparing for future growth opportunities in the context of the upcoming Olympics and evolving market dynamics [27]