Summary of the Conference Call for稳健医疗 Company Overview - **Company Name**: 稳健医疗 (Steady Medical) - **Business Segments**: The company operates in two main segments: consumer products (52% of revenue) and medical supplies (48% of revenue) as of Q1 2025. The consumer products segment contributes approximately 60% to the overall operating profit margin [2][3]. Financial Performance - **Revenue Growth**: From 2013 to 2019, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of 24%, primarily driven by the consumer products segment. In Q1 2025, both medical supplies and consumer products segments returned to double-digit growth [2][5]. - **Profitability**: The company expects a 50% year-on-year increase in net profit attributable to the parent company in 2025, with the medical segment projected to grow by approximately 38% [4][19]. Market Dynamics - **Market Size**: The market for wet and dry cotton wipes is valued at over 10 billion yuan, with an expected growth rate of about 7%. The sanitary napkin market is around 100 billion yuan, with a projected retail price increase of about 3% in the coming years [2][6]. - **Market Share**: 全棉时代 (Cotton Era) holds over 15% market share in the facial towel category, while the overall market share of the company exceeds 20%, maintaining the leading position in this category [2][6]. Product Performance - **Core Products**: The core products, including dry and wet cotton wipes and sanitary napkins, have shown significant growth. The sanitary napkin brand, 奈斯公主 (Nice Princess), experienced over 70% year-on-year revenue growth in Q1 2025 [2][7][11]. - **Innovation**: The company introduced a hanging cotton wipe product, which significantly boosted market performance despite being a minor innovation [10]. Consumer Education and Brand Strategy - **Consumer Education**: The company emphasizes consumer education to enhance awareness of the quality and safety of cotton products, which has led to a recovery in double-digit growth for dry and wet cotton wipes [8][9]. - **Brand Positioning**: As a pioneer in the market, the company has established a strong brand identity, leveraging its unique product offerings and consumer education to differentiate itself from competitors [9][20]. Sales Channels - **Channel Distribution**: The consumer products segment has a channel distribution of approximately 60% online and 40% offline. The online sales have been particularly strong on platforms like Douyin [12][13]. - **Store Expansion**: The company operates 487 stores, with plans to open about 50 new stores annually while adjusting the store structure to improve performance [14]. Competitive Landscape - **Market Competition**: The low-value medical consumables market is highly competitive, with domestic brands primarily competing in the low-end market. The company aims to leverage its international presence and product quality to maintain a competitive edge [15][16]. Future Outlook - **Growth Projections**: The company anticipates strong growth in the consumer products segment, with cotton wipes expected to grow by 25% to 30% and sanitary napkins by over 50% in 2025 [18]. - **Net Profit Forecast**: The projected net profit for 2025 is 1.04 billion yuan, with continued growth expected in subsequent years [19]. - **Valuation**: The company's stock is currently valued at a PE ratio of approximately 30 times for 2025, which is considered reasonable given its diversified business model and strong product drivers [21]. Conclusion - **Investment Rating**: The company is viewed positively, with expectations of continued growth and a strong market position, leading to an optimistic outlook for future performance [22].

Core Viewpoints - The manufacturing PMI for May increased marginally to 49.5%, up 0.5 percentage points from the previous month, indicating a slight recovery in manufacturing activity [2][10][52] - The new export index remains low, while domestic demand, particularly in consumer goods and equipment manufacturing, shows significant improvement [2][21] Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI shows overall improvement, with production and new order indices rising by 0.9 and 0.6 percentage points to 50.7% and 49.8%, respectively [2][52] - The production index has recovered above the expansion threshold, while the new order index remains in contraction territory, indicating faster production but weaker demand [2][10] - Industries with high domestic demand, such as equipment manufacturing and consumer goods, have seen PMIs rise by 1.6 and 0.8 percentage points to 51.2% and 50.2% [2][21] - Conversely, export-dependent sectors like textiles and chemicals have underperformed, with production and new order indices below the critical point [2][21] Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing PMI decreased slightly to 50.3%, with the construction sector experiencing a notable decline due to weak real estate performance [2][67] - The construction PMI fell by 0.9 percentage points to 51%, while civil engineering activities are accelerating, as indicated by a PMI of 62.3% [29][67] - Service sector PMI saw a marginal increase to 50.2%, driven by improved activity in tourism and dining during the holiday period [40][67] Future Outlook - Uncertainties surrounding U.S. tariff policies remain significant, necessitating close monitoring of fiscal policies' impact on domestic demand [45] - The recent court ruling against Trump's tariffs has created a temporary freeze on tariff enforcement, adding to the external uncertainties [45] - Service consumption and infrastructure investment are expected to be key areas for fiscal support, potentially enhancing domestic demand [45]

Group 1 - The report from CITIC Securities indicates that concerns over tariffs have resurfaced, potentially suppressing market sentiment in the short term, but the market is gradually becoming desensitized to tariff issues [1] - In April, industrial enterprise profits improved, driven by the effective implementation of "new" consumption incentive policies, which boosted downstream consumption and supported the midstream equipment manufacturing sector [1][2] - The manufacturing PMI showed overall recovery in May, with a rebound in export orders, highlighting the resilience of China's economic fundamentals, which will provide bottom support for the market [1][2] Group 2 - The U.S. has issued renewed tariff threats, with recent announcements indicating an increase in steel and aluminum tariffs from 25% to 50%, suggesting the Trump administration is preparing a "Plan B" for tariffs [1] - Despite the tariff challenges, new momentum industries are experiencing accelerated profit growth, significantly contributing to the economy [2] - June is a critical month for A-share dividends, with a focus on tracking capital flows and changes in industry prosperity to identify high-dividend investment opportunities [2] Group 3 - The emphasis on internal circulation is crucial, with a focus on service consumption and new consumption as important new drivers of economic growth [3] - External uncertainties are accelerating the internal circulation, with policies aimed at expanding and enhancing consumption quality [3]

Core Viewpoints - The manufacturing PMI for May increased marginally to 49.5%, indicating a slight recovery in manufacturing activity, although it remains below the expansion threshold of 50 [2][10] - The new export index is low, but domestic demand, particularly in consumer goods and equipment manufacturing, shows significant improvement [2][21] - The service sector PMI also saw a slight increase, driven by improvements in life services, particularly during the "May Day" holiday [40][67] Manufacturing Sector - The manufacturing PMI rose by 0.5 percentage points to 49.5%, with production and new orders indices increasing by 0.9 and 0.6 percentage points to 50.7% and 49.8%, respectively [2][52] - The production index has recovered above the expansion line, while the new orders index remains in contraction territory, indicating a disparity between production acceleration and weak demand [2][10] - Industries with strong domestic demand, such as equipment manufacturing and consumer goods, showed better performance, with PMIs rising by 1.6 and 0.8 percentage points to 51.2% and 50.2% [21][24] New Orders and Exports - The internal demand orders index rose above the expansion line to 50.1%, while the new export orders index increased by 2.8 percentage points to 47.5%, indicating a divergence in recovery between domestic and export orders [3][24] - The average value of new export orders over April and May remains lower than in March, suggesting ongoing pressure on exports [3][24] Non-Manufacturing Sector - The non-manufacturing PMI decreased slightly to 50.3%, primarily due to a decline in the construction sector, which fell by 0.9 percentage points to 51% [67][29] - Despite the decline in construction, civil engineering activities are accelerating, with the civil engineering PMI rising to 62.3% [29][84] - The service sector PMI increased by 0.1 percentage points to 50.2%, supported by active consumer spending during the holiday period [40][67] Future Outlook - Uncertainties surrounding U.S. tariff policies remain significant, with ongoing monitoring of fiscal policies' support for domestic demand [45][45] - The focus will be on the potential for fiscal measures to bolster service consumption and infrastructure investment, which are expected to enhance domestic demand support [45][45]

Group 1: Manufacturing PMI Insights - In May, the manufacturing PMI rose to 49.5%, an increase of 0.5 percentage points from the previous month, indicating an improvement in economic conditions [1][2] - The production index reached 50.7%, up 0.9 percentage points, signaling accelerated manufacturing activity, while the new orders index increased to 49.8%, up 0.6 percentage points [2] - Large enterprises saw their PMI rise to 50.7%, returning to the expansion zone, with production and new orders indices at 51.5% and 52.5%, respectively [2] Group 2: High-Tech and Export Performance - High-tech manufacturing PMI stood at 50.9%, maintaining expansion for four consecutive months, while equipment manufacturing and consumer goods sectors also showed improvement [3] - New export orders and import indices increased to 47.5% and 47.1%, respectively, reflecting a recovery in foreign trade orders, particularly from companies engaged with the U.S. market [3] Group 3: Non-Manufacturing Sector Performance - The non-manufacturing business activity index was 50.3%, slightly down by 0.1 percentage points but still indicating expansion [4] - The service sector's business activity index rose to 50.2%, driven by increased consumer activity during the "May Day" holiday, with significant growth in transportation and hospitality sectors [4] - The construction sector maintained expansion with a business activity index of 51.0%, although it showed a slight decline from the previous month [4] Group 4: Composite PMI Overview - The composite PMI output index increased to 50.4%, up 0.2 percentage points, indicating continued expansion in production and business activities across sectors [5][6] - The manufacturing production index and non-manufacturing business activity index contributed to the composite PMI, standing at 50.7% and 50.3%, respectively [6]

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Province is establishing itself as a national standardization innovation highland, significantly contributing to the development of a comprehensive standard system to promote high-quality economic and social development [2] Group 1: Standardization Achievements - Since being approved as a national standardization innovation development pilot in 2022, Shandong has led and participated in the formulation of 2,964 national standards, 2,520 industry standards, and 73 international standards [2] - The province has established 100 national-level standardization pilot projects and 32 provincial-level technical standard innovation centers, along with 56 common technology standard innovation platforms [2][3] Group 2: Enterprise Standardization - To enhance enterprise standardization, Shandong supports the establishment of technical standard innovation centers and encourages enterprises to benchmark against advanced standards, resulting in 524 new enterprise standard "leaders" since the pilot began [3] - Over 7,000 enterprises have published more than 26,000 benchmarking results on the national platform, forming 682 enterprise standard "leaders" that meet international and domestic advanced levels [3] Group 3: Standards in Economic Development - Shandong has implemented plans to enhance standards in large-scale equipment updates and consumer goods replacement, completing 161 national standards and 86 local standards under these initiatives [4] - The province is also developing a circular economy standard system to facilitate recycling and resource recovery, exemplified by local standards for recycling station services [4] Group 4: Transportation and Energy Standards - In the transportation sector, Shandong has completed over 200 local standard projects, with 130 published, supporting the development of a modern comprehensive transportation system [5] - The province has revised over 570 energy-related standards to support the green and low-carbon transition in energy sectors, including new energy and digital energy systems [5] Group 5: Local Standard Management Reform - The National Market Supervision Administration is focusing on four key areas for local standard management reform in Shandong, including limiting the scope of local standards and optimizing the standard formulation process [6] - Shandong has initiated the clearance and regulation of local standards, with over 1,000 standards abolished to promote fair competition and a unified national market [5][6] Group 6: National Pilot Progress - Nationwide, six pilot provinces (cities) have proposed over 140 standardization reform tasks and developed more than 230 reform measures, with 95% of pilot tasks completed to date [7]

5 月 7 日，仙津集团&华为(松山湖)开发者创新中心数字化建设一期项目启动会顺利举行。 仙津集团董事长邓志华在致辞中着重强调，数字化是仙津集团核心战略规划的关键。这不仅能增强人工 智能赋能制造业的成效，为新质生产力筑牢发展底座，更能助力仙津在激烈的市场竞争中脱颖而出，实 现可持续发展，续写广东老字号的辉煌，为行业数字化转型提供示范。 当广东老字号遇上前沿数智技术，仙津集团与华为(松山湖)开发者创新中心、帆软、玄武云·玄瞳达成战 略合作，是数字化征程的新开端。 此次合作聚焦人工智能与制造业融合，我们期待，在各方技术优势的协同努力下，仙津集团将释放强劲 动能，探索特色发展路径，为行业数字化升级提供经验，引领制造业迈向高质量发展。 出席本次会议的有仙津集团董事长邓志华、总裁邓启俊、副总经理李涛等高层领导;华为(松山湖)开发者 创新中心总经理周珽、运营经理陈亮;玄武云副总裁卢超，玄瞳运营经理林晓辉、DI 应用架构师兼项目 经理张俊;帆软华南消费行业总监金展鹏、华南消费项目总监秦靖博。 各方核心人员齐聚，充分展现了对此次数字化转型项目的高度重视。 会上，华为(松山湖)开发者创新中心总经理周珽致辞，强调该项目不仅是仙津 ...

Group 1 - The current job market is challenging, with salary reductions not being the most concerning issue; finding suitable positions remains difficult [2] - The "Job Upgrade AI" community is addressing user concerns through live discussions, featuring experienced headhunters providing career advice and insights on lucrative companies and sectors [2] - The job market has shifted from "many jobs, few candidates" to "many candidates, few jobs," leading to a decline in salary levels and a decrease in voluntary resignations [4] Group 2 - Age discrimination is prevalent in the job market, with companies often prioritizing younger candidates if they can perform similar tasks at a lower cost [3] - Companies are increasingly focused on candidates' problem-solving abilities, especially in startup environments where quick results are essential [4] - The importance of networking and utilizing personal connections in job searching is emphasized, as leveraging relationships can help in finding opportunities [7] Group 3 - The concept of using a "scoring method" to evaluate job offers based on factors like salary, industry, and job content is introduced [8] - Candidates are encouraged to specialize in a single industry to enhance their market value, as frequent industry changes can lead to diminished worth [9] - The stability of outsourced positions at large companies is often higher than internal roles, but transitioning from small companies or outsourced roles to large firms can be challenging [17][18] Group 4 - The demand for versatile operational talents is increasing, particularly in early-stage startups that require multi-skilled individuals to drive business growth [16] - The agricultural sector, while stable, may limit career mobility compared to more dynamic industries like e-commerce [11] - The importance of aligning personal skills with market needs is highlighted, as candidates must understand how their experiences translate into value for potential employers [15]

Group 1 - The core appeal of "China Heat" is driven by policy initiatives that enhance the travel experience for international tourists, including visa-free access and improved payment systems [2][5] - The number of countries benefiting from China's visa-free policy has increased to 43, with significant growth in foreign tourist entries during peak travel periods [2] - The growth in payment transactions from foreign visitors indicates a rising trend in international tourism spending in China, with transaction numbers and amounts increasing by 244.86% and 128.04% respectively compared to the previous year [2] Group 2 - The quality and competitiveness of "Made in China" products have improved, attracting foreign tourists to purchase a wide range of goods, from electronics to clothing [3] - The diverse product offerings in China's consumer market, including high-tech items and luxury goods, are appealing to international consumers [3] - Foreign tourists' purchases reflect their trust in Chinese manufacturing and recognition of China's development [3] Group 3 - The integration of culture and tourism in China has led to a rise in the popularity of modern cultural products among foreign visitors [4] - Tourists are increasingly drawn to China's rich cultural heritage and modern urban appeal, enhancing their travel experience [4] - The combination of quality products, diverse consumption scenarios, and convenient services continues to elevate the attractiveness of "China Travel" [4] Group 4 - China's ongoing industrial upgrades, diverse consumption ecosystem, and commitment to openness are key factors in attracting global tourism [5] - The significance of "China Travel" and "China Purchase" extends beyond economic benefits, fostering international exchange and connectivity [5]

从A股市场表现来看，房东明认为，去年9月底之后政策持续发力，使得A股市场表现出很强的韧 性。"在今年一季度非金融板块实现4%左右的同比盈利增长情况下，我们预期今年A股盈利在每个季度 都会出现良性回升，这为业绩增长提供了很好的基本面条件。"房东明表示，"总体来看，在全球分散投 资的大背景下，我们认为中国股市的战略重要性将不断提升，在全球范围内配置中国资产将为投资者带 来超额回报的机遇。" 高盛研究部首席中国股票策略分析师刘劲津则于5月26日发表最新观点称，潜在的外汇韧性支持下，维 持对中国股市的超配评级。主题上，该机构看好以人民币计价的资产，认为企业盈利前景有望适度改 善，流入中国股市的外资或增多。值得注意的是，5月中旬，刘劲津曾将MSCI中国指数和沪深300指数 的12个月目标分别上调至84点和4600点（分别意味着11%和17%的潜在上涨空间）。 食品饮料板块日K线走势图 郭晨凯 制图 ◎记者 汪友若 "通过与众多海外投资者的密集沟通，我们深刻地感受到国际市场对中国资产的关注度正持续升 温。""我们注意到，全球投资者在今年一季度对中国资产的持仓有所上升。"瑞银全球金融市场部中国 主管房东明如此表示。 5月2 ...