Company Overview - China Shun Ke Long is a well-known supermarket chain operator primarily located in Guangdong Province, with a significant network in Foshan, one of the wealthiest cities in the region [4] - The company operates 84 retail stores, including 68 supermarkets and 16 hypermarkets across Guangdong and Macau [4] - The company aims to become one of the largest supermarket operators in Guangdong's third and fourth-tier cities and plans to expand its retail network through new store openings and an online supermarket [4][5] Financial Performance - As of December 31, 2024, China Shun Ke Long reported total revenue of 593 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 11.16% [2] - The company recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of -67.976 million yuan, a significant decline of 154.08% year-on-year [2] - The gross profit margin stood at 12.12%, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 72.97% [2] Stock Performance - Over the past month, China Shun Ke Long's stock has increased by 37.5%, but it has a year-to-date decline of 17.2%, underperforming the Hang Seng Index by 14% [2] - The stock closed at 1.0 HKD per share on May 12, with a trading volume of 40,000 shares and a turnover of 37,900 HKD, reflecting a volatility of 25.97% [1] Industry Context - The average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the professional retail industry is 5.53 times, while China Shun Ke Long's P/E ratio is -3.05 times, ranking it 64th in the industry [3] - The company faces competition from both domestic and international retail chains, as well as local supermarket operators in a fragmented market [5] Business Strategy - The company focuses on enhancing customer satisfaction through a customer-centric approach and adjusting its product mix [4] - It aims to leverage internet technology and supply chain management to improve the shopping experience and drive market transformation [5]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [5] Core Insights - Consumer demand for finely crafted and emotionally connected gold products remains strong despite a challenging macroeconomic environment [1][3] - The company has successfully implemented product optimization measures, leading to a strong growth momentum in pricing products and effective marketing activities during the Lunar New Year [1] - The average selling price of gold products in mainland China increased to HKD 6,400 in FY25Q4 from HKD 5,600 in FY24Q4, indicating resilience in pricing [2] - The company opened two new fashion stores in mainland China, enhancing its retail experience and achieving higher productivity than the average same-store sales [2] - The retail value contribution from jewelry embedded with diamonds and other gemstones showed a significant improvement, with a retail value increase of 2.4% in FY25Q4 [3] Summary by Sections Retail Performance - The retail value in FY25Q4 decreased by 11.6%, with mainland China contributing a 10.4% decline [1] - Same-store sales in mainland China fell by 13.2%, with a 25.2% drop in same-store volume [1] - The same-store sales decline in Hong Kong and Macau was 22.5%, influenced by changing consumer preferences [1] Product Categories - The retail value of jewelry embedded with diamonds and other gemstones increased, with the average selling price for jewelry embedded in mainland China soaring to HKD 10,900 from HKD 8,000 [2] - The share of priced products in the retail value rose from 9.4% to 25.6% in FY25Q4, exceeding management expectations [3] Network Optimization - The company closed 395 retail points in mainland China to optimize its retail network while maintaining market leadership [4] - The contribution of franchise stores to retail value in mainland China was 69.9% in FY25Q4 [3] Financial Projections - The company expects revenue for FY25-27 to be HKD 913 billion, HKD 979 billion, and HKD 1,060 billion respectively, with net profit projections of HKD 56.3 billion, HKD 69.1 billion, and HKD 76.8 billion [10]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a 6-month outlook maintained [5] Core Insights - Consumer demand for finely crafted and emotionally connected gold products remains strong despite external macroeconomic factors and high gold prices impacting consumer sentiment [1][3] - The company has successfully implemented product optimization measures, leading to a strong growth momentum in priced products and effective marketing activities during the Lunar New Year, which helped narrow the decline in same-store sales [1][2] - The average selling price of gold products in mainland China increased to HKD 6,400 in FY25Q4 from HKD 5,600 in FY24Q4, indicating resilience in pricing [2] - The company opened two new fashion stores in mainland China, bringing the total to five for the fiscal year, which achieved higher productivity than the average same-store performance shortly after opening [2][9] - The retail value contribution from jewelry embedded with diamonds and other gemstones showed a significant recovery, with a 2.4% year-on-year increase in FY25Q4 [3] Summary by Sections Retail Performance - For FY25Q4, the company's retail value decreased by 11.6%, with mainland China contributing a 10.4% decline, accounting for 89.6% of total sales [1] - Same-store sales in mainland China fell by 13.2%, with a 25.2% drop in same-store volume [1] - The decline in same-store sales in Hong Kong and Macau was 22.5%, influenced by changing consumer preferences and travel patterns [1] Product Categories - The retail value of jewelry embedded with diamonds and other gemstones increased, with the average selling price for jewelry embedded in mainland China soaring to HKD 10,900 from HKD 8,000 in the previous year [2] - The share of priced products in the gold jewelry category rose significantly from 9.4% to 25.6% year-on-year, supporting the group's gross margin resilience [3] Network Optimization - The company focused on improving profitability and maintaining resilience, optimizing its retail network by closing 395 stores in mainland China [4] - Despite the net store closures, the strategic opening of higher-efficiency new stores helped mitigate the impact on market leadership [9]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for JD Group with a target price set at 132.4 HKD, indicating an expected relative return of over 20% within the next six months [5][13]. Core Views - JD Group is expected to achieve a revenue growth of 11.9% year-on-year in Q1 2025, reaching 291 billion CNY, driven by the effectiveness of national subsidy policies and a recovery in consumer spending [1]. - The company is leveraging its strong supply chain capabilities and internal efficiency improvements to enhance performance as macroeconomic conditions improve [1]. - The expansion of the self-operated business and the POP ecosystem is expected to continue, supported by national subsidy policies that stimulate consumer demand [2]. - The launch of JD's food delivery service is aimed at enhancing user experience and merchant offerings, with a focus on quality and ecosystem collaboration [3]. Summary by Sections Revenue Forecast - JD Group's revenue is projected to be 12,510 billion CNY in 2025, with a year-on-year growth of 8.0%, followed by 13,312 billion CNY in 2026 and 14,095 billion CNY in 2027, with growth rates of 6.4% and 5.9% respectively [4]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders (Non-GAAP) is expected to be 519 billion CNY in 2025, 574 billion CNY in 2026, and 628 billion CNY in 2027 [4]. Business Strategy - The company is enhancing its self-operated business barriers and expanding its POP ecosystem, with a focus on integrating various marketing resources to drive sales of new products [2]. - JD's food delivery service has already covered 126 cities and attracted over 300,000 quality restaurants, with daily order volumes exceeding one million [3]. Market Position - The report highlights JD Group's strong position in the non-essential consumer goods sector, benefiting from government policies and a robust supply chain [5].

Company Overview - Mi Ming Mart operates as a multi-brand retailer in Hong Kong, selling a variety of beauty and health products categorized into skincare, cosmetics, and food & health products [3] - The company has been led by its founder, Ms. Yuen Mi Ming, who is also the chairman, executive director, and CEO since its establishment in 2009 [3] - According to a Frost & Sullivan report, the company ranked third in the small and medium-sized segment of multi-brand retailing for skincare and cosmetics in Hong Kong in 2015 [3] Financial Performance - As of September 30, 2024, Mi Ming Mart reported total revenue of 54.6485 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 21.76% [2] - The net profit attributable to the parent company was 5.1636 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 46.05% [2] - The gross profit margin stood at 61.46%, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 11.59% [2] Stock Performance - Over the past month, Mi Ming Mart's stock has seen a cumulative increase of 54.59%, outperforming the Hang Seng Index, which rose by 6.77% during the same period [2] - The stock closed at 0.115 HKD per share, marking a 7.48% increase with a trading volume of 60,000 shares and a turnover of 6,870 HKD [1] Industry Valuation - The average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the professional retail industry is 6.07 times, with the industry median at -0.22 times [2] - Mi Ming Mart's P/E ratio is 11.95 times, ranking 18th in the industry [2] - Comparatively, other companies in the sector have the following P/E ratios: Other Baoguang Industrial at 0.18 times, Chen Chang International at 4.12 times, Baosheng International at 4.97 times, Asia Comm Hold at 5.01 times, and Emperor Watch & Jewellery at 5.54 times [2]

Company Overview - Euohua International Limited was established in 1975 and primarily acts as an agent for imported furniture from various countries, focusing on superior quality, elegant style, and comfort as key product features [2] - The company offers a diverse range of products including sofas, dining tables and chairs, coffee tables, cabinets, and beds, with a large inventory to meet unique customer demands [2] - Euohua emphasizes pre-sale and post-sale services, with an experienced sales team that closely follows each order and provides furniture matching and trend information [2] Financial Performance - As of September 30, 2024, Euohua reported total revenue of 71.58 million, a year-on-year decrease of 11.44% [1] - The company recorded a net profit attributable to shareholders of -10.02 million, representing a year-on-year decline of 21.38% [1] - The gross profit margin stood at 58.29%, while the debt-to-asset ratio was 56.28% [1] Market Position and Valuation - Currently, there are no institutional investment ratings for Euohua [1] - The average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio for the professional retail industry (TTM) is 6.21 times, with the industry median at -0.21 times [1] - Euohua's P/E ratio is -1.78 times, ranking 66th in the industry, compared to other companies such as Baoguang Industrial at 0.16 times and Chen Chang International at 4.12 times [1] Stock Performance - On April 14, the Hang Seng Index rose by 2.4%, closing at 21,417.4 points [1] - Euohua's stock closed at 0.07 HKD per share, up 16.67%, with a trading volume of 180,000 shares and a turnover of 12,300 HKD, showing a volatility of 5.0% [1] - Over the past month, Euohua has seen a cumulative increase of 7.14%, but a year-to-date decline of 4.76%, underperforming the Hang Seng Index by 4.26% [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Alibaba Group (09988) with a target price of HKD 144, while the current price is HKD 103.6 [5]. Core Viewpoints - Alibaba's GMV is stabilizing and expected to recover due to a user-first strategy, despite a slowdown in overall e-commerce growth in China [1][19]. - The company is focusing on enhancing user experience and optimizing its membership program, 88VIP, which has accumulated over 42 million high-engagement users contributing more than 25% of GMV [1][19]. - Alibaba's share buyback program has reached unprecedented levels, with a total of 3.381 billion shares repurchased for USD 38.74 billion, indicating a strong commitment to shareholder returns [3]. Summary by Sections 1. Market Potential and Changes - China's e-commerce penetration still has room for growth, with online retail sales reaching CNY 13.79 trillion in 2022, accounting for 27.2% of total retail sales [1][13]. - The report highlights that Alibaba's market share in online retail has declined from 59%-64% in 2018-2019 to 49% by FY24Q4, attributed to intensified competition [16][19]. - The user-first strategy is expected to enhance consumer retention and purchasing frequency, leading to a potential recovery in GMV [19][32]. 2. Organizational Changes and Strategic Focus - Alibaba has streamlined its organizational structure, focusing on two core businesses: Taobao and Alibaba Cloud, under the leadership of new CEO Wu Yongming [2][5]. - The company is implementing a comprehensive promotion strategy to enhance monetization rates for small and medium-sized merchants, leveraging AI to optimize advertising effectiveness [2][5]. 3. International E-commerce Growth - The report notes that AliExpress is seeing growth through a combination of fully managed and semi-managed services, which account for over 70% of orders, enhancing user experience and attracting new users [4]. - Lazada has achieved its first positive EBITDA in July 2024, supported by a robust logistics network and payment system [4]. 4. Cloud Services and AI Integration - Alibaba Cloud remains the largest IaaS provider in the Asia-Pacific region, with a focus on AI-driven strategies to enhance service offerings and reduce costs [4]. - The report emphasizes the continuous iteration of the Tongyi model, which has shown strong performance in various applications, indicating a commitment to AI development [4].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for JD Group is "Buy" with a target price set at HKD 157.2, maintaining the rating for the next six months [5]. Core Views - JD Group's Q4 2024 performance exceeded expectations with a revenue of CNY 347 billion, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%, driven by strong growth in both product and service revenues [1]. - The company has shown significant profit improvement, with a Non-GAAP net profit of CNY 11.3 billion in Q4 2024, reflecting a 34.5% year-on-year growth [1]. - The report highlights the successful execution of the share repurchase plan, with approximately 255 million shares repurchased, totaling around USD 3.6 billion, and a new plan to repurchase up to USD 5 billion in shares over the next 36 months [1]. - The report emphasizes the positive impact of government subsidies and the optimization of product categories, which are expected to drive sustainable growth in market share and order volume [4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, JD Group achieved a total revenue of CNY 347 billion, with product revenue at CNY 281 billion and service revenue at CNY 66 billion, marking year-on-year growths of 14.0% and 10.8% respectively [1]. - The annual revenue for 2024 reached CNY 1,158.8 billion, a 6.8% increase from the previous year, with a Non-GAAP net profit of CNY 47.8 billion, up 35.8% year-on-year [1]. Retail Segment - JD Retail's revenue for Q4 2024 was CNY 307.1 billion, a 14.7% increase, with operating profit rising by 44.7% to CNY 10 billion [2]. - The electronics and home appliances category saw a revenue increase of 15.8% to CNY 174.1 billion, benefiting from the "trade-in" policy and service upgrades [2]. - Daily necessities revenue grew by 11.1% to CNY 106.8 billion, with third-party merchant orders increasing by over 14.7% [2]. Logistics Segment - JD Logistics reported a revenue of CNY 52.1 billion in Q4 2024, a 10.4% increase, with operating profit rising by 37.1% to CNY 1.8 billion [3]. - The collaboration with Taobao and Tmall logistics systems has enhanced external customer revenue, which now accounts for 69.6% of total revenue [3]. - The international expansion of logistics services is accelerating, with a significant increase in self-operated overseas warehouse space [3]. Future Outlook - Revenue projections for JD Group from 2025 to 2027 are adjusted to CNY 1,251 billion, CNY 1,331.2 billion, and CNY 1,409.5 billion, reflecting year-on-year growth rates of 8.0%, 6.4%, and 5.9% respectively [4]. - The Non-GAAP net profit forecasts for the same period are set at CNY 51.9 billion, CNY 57.4 billion, and CNY 62.8 billion, indicating a positive growth trajectory [4].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for JD Group is "Buy" with a target price set at 157.2 HKD, maintaining the rating for the next six months [5]. Core Insights - JD Group reported a strong performance in Q4 2024, with revenue reaching 347 billion CNY, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%, surpassing Bloomberg's consensus expectations. The company's Non-GAAP net profit for the same quarter was 11.3 billion CNY, reflecting a 34.5% increase year-on-year [1][4]. - The retail segment of JD Group saw revenue of 307.1 billion CNY in Q4 2024, up 14.7% year-on-year, driven by the optimization of product categories and enhanced service capabilities [2]. - JD Logistics achieved revenue of 52.1 billion CNY in Q4 2024, a 10.4% increase year-on-year, with a notable focus on international expansion and operational efficiency [3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, JD Group's total revenue was 347 billion CNY, with product revenue at 281 billion CNY and service revenue at 66 billion CNY, marking increases of 14.0% and 10.8% respectively [1]. - For the full year 2024, total revenue reached 1,158.8 billion CNY, a 6.8% increase, while Non-GAAP net profit was 47.8 billion CNY, up 35.8% year-on-year [1]. Retail Segment - JD Retail's revenue in Q4 2024 was 307.1 billion CNY, with a 14.7% year-on-year growth. The operating profit was 10 billion CNY, reflecting a 44.7% increase [2]. - The electronics and home appliances category generated 174.1 billion CNY, a 15.8% increase, benefiting from the "trade-in" policy and service upgrades [2]. Logistics Segment - JD Logistics reported revenue of 52.1 billion CNY in Q4 2024, with a 10.4% year-on-year growth and an operating profit of 1.8 billion CNY, up 37.1% [3]. - The company is expanding its international logistics capabilities, with a focus on enhancing service offerings globally [3]. Shareholder Returns - JD Group has been actively repurchasing shares, completing a buyback of approximately 255 million A shares, representing 8.1% of the shares outstanding as of the end of 2023, with a total expenditure of about 3.6 billion USD [1].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for JD Group is "Buy" with a target price set at HKD 157.2, maintaining the rating for the next six months [5]. Core Views - JD Group's Q4 2024 performance exceeded expectations, with revenue reaching CNY 347 billion, a year-on-year increase of 13.4%. The company also reported a significant increase in net profit, with Non-GAAP net profit rising by 34.5% to CNY 11.3 billion [1][4]. - The report highlights the positive impact of government subsidies and the optimization of product categories, which are expected to drive sustainable growth in market share and order volume [2][4]. - JD Logistics is expanding its international presence and enhancing operational efficiency, with revenue growth of 10.4% in Q4 2024, indicating a strong performance in both domestic and international markets [3][4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q4 2024, JD Group achieved total revenue of CNY 347 billion, with product revenue at CNY 281 billion and service revenue at CNY 66 billion, reflecting year-on-year growth of 14.0% and 10.8% respectively [1]. - For the full year 2024, total revenue was CNY 1,158.8 billion, a 6.8% increase, with Non-GAAP net profit reaching CNY 47.8 billion, up 35.8% [1]. Retail Segment - JD Retail's revenue for Q4 2024 was CNY 307.1 billion, a 14.7% increase, with operating profit rising by 44.7% to CNY 10 billion [2]. - The electronics and home appliances category saw a revenue increase of 15.8%, driven by the "trade-in" policy and service upgrades [2]. Logistics Segment - JD Logistics reported Q4 2024 revenue of CNY 52.1 billion, a 10.4% increase, with operating profit growing by 37.1% to CNY 1.8 billion [3]. - The company is expanding its logistics capabilities internationally, with a focus on enhancing service offerings for overseas clients [3]. Shareholder Returns - JD Group has completed a share buyback of approximately 255 million A shares, totaling around USD 3.6 billion, and has initiated a new buyback plan of up to USD 5 billion over the next 36 months [1][4].