Meeting Details - The shareholders' meeting of Qianhe Flavor Industry Co., Ltd. was held on June 30, 2025, in Meishan, Sichuan Province [1] - The total number of shares held by attending shareholders accounted for 52.7831% of the total shares [1] Voting Results - All proposed resolutions were approved with significant majority votes, including: - 99.8608% approval for the first resolution with 541,713,168 votes in favor [1] - 99.2123% approval for the second resolution with 538,195,426 votes in favor [1] - 99.8468% approval for the third resolution with 541,637,065 votes in favor [1] - 99.8454% approval for the fourth resolution with 541,629,565 votes in favor [1] - 99.8930% approval for the fifth resolution with 541,888,016 votes in favor [2] - 99.8517% approval for the sixth resolution with 541,664,065 votes in favor [2] - 98.9805% approval for the seventh resolution with 123,235,385 votes in favor [2] - 99.7139% approval for the eighth resolution with 446,995,616 votes in favor [2] - 99.7619% approval for the ninth resolution with 541,176,964 votes in favor [2] - 99.7621% approval for the tenth resolution with 541,178,064 votes in favor [2] - 99.7616% approval for the eleventh resolution with 541,174,964 votes in favor [2] - 99.7621% approval for the twelfth resolution with 541,177,784 votes in favor [3] Legal Compliance - The meeting and voting procedures complied with the Company Law and the company's articles of association, ensuring the legality and validity of the resolutions passed [5]

Core Viewpoint - The legal opinion confirms that the procedures for convening and holding the 2024 annual general meeting of shareholders for Qianhe Flavor Industry Co., Ltd. comply with relevant laws and regulations, ensuring the legitimacy of the meeting and its resolutions [1][20]. Group 1: Meeting Procedures - The annual general meeting was convened in accordance with the company's articles of association and relevant regulations, with the meeting time to be notified later [3][4]. - The actual time, location, and voting methods of the meeting were consistent with the prior announcements [4][20]. Group 2: Attendance and Qualifications - A total of 633 shareholders attended the meeting, representing 50.5077% of the voting shares [5][20]. - The qualifications of the attendees were verified, confirming compliance with legal and regulatory requirements [5][20]. Group 3: Voting Procedures and Results - The voting was conducted through a registered voting method, with no amendments or new proposals introduced during the meeting [6][20]. - The resolutions were passed with significant majorities, including 99.8608% approval for one of the key proposals [6][20]. - The voting results indicated strong support from minority investors, with 98.0865% voting in favor of one resolution [9][20].

Core Viewpoint - The company is facing challenges due to recent public sentiment affecting its brand and sales, but there are signs of recovery in sales performance, and the management remains optimistic about long-term growth and brand restoration efforts [3][4]. Group 1: Company Performance and Challenges - The company held its 2024 annual shareholder meeting on June 27, attended by key executives and investors [1]. - A public sentiment issue regarding the "zero" trademark and "zero additive" soy sauce led to a decline in sales from March 18 to March 28, with a recovery period expected to last 10 to 12 months for top brands in the fast-moving consumer goods sector [3]. - The chairman expressed uncertainty about the timeline for recovery but emphasized the importance of brand repair, product development, and sales network construction as immediate priorities [3]. Group 2: Sales Recovery and Market Trends - Sales began to show signs of recovery in May, with online sales increasing by approximately 35% compared to April, driven by promotional activities on e-commerce platforms [4]. - Offline sales in supermarkets also experienced significant growth during the same period, indicating a rebound in consumer demand [4]. Group 3: Regulatory Environment and Industry Standards - New regulations from the National Health Commission and the State Administration for Market Regulation will prohibit misleading terms like "zero additive" on pre-packaged food labels, with a two-year transition period before full implementation [5]. - The chairman highlighted the importance of meeting national food safety standards and adapting to consumer demands for healthier, simpler ingredients, which is expected to drive market growth for health-oriented condiments [5]. Group 4: Innovation and Product Strategy - The company focuses on innovation through product quality and meeting evolving consumer needs, with a strong emphasis on enhancing brand and channel capabilities [6]. - The product range includes four main categories: soy sauce, vinegar, cooking wine, and oyster sauce, indicating a strategic focus on core condiment products [6].

Core Points - The article reports on food safety inspections conducted by the Liu'an Market Supervision Administration, revealing that out of 219 food samples tested, 215 were compliant while 4 were found to be non-compliant [3][4]. Group 1: Non-Compliant Products - The non-compliant products include: - E. coli levels in yellow eel sold by Guojie Market and Sanxip Water Products Shop exceeded the national food safety standard, with values of 236 µg/kg and 633 µg/kg respectively, while the standard is ≤100 µg/kg [4][5]. - Chicken eggs used by Liu'an Ruixiang Elderly Service Co., Ltd. contained methoxyphenone and sulfonamide levels of 20.0 µg/kg and 382.78 µg/kg respectively, exceeding the standard of ≤10 µg/kg [4][5]. - Small mangoes sold by Xiaoshen Fruit Shop had a pesticide residue of 0.10 mg/kg for pyraclostrobin, surpassing the allowable limit of ≤0.05 mg/kg [4][5]. Group 2: Actions Taken - The local market supervision department has mandated the responsible businesses to trace the distribution of the non-compliant products, initiate recalls, and remove these products from shelves to mitigate risks [4][5]. - The involved businesses are required to analyze the causes of non-compliance and implement corrective measures as per regulatory requirements [4][5].

证券研究报告 | 2025年06月30日 食品饮料周报（25 年第 26 周） 优于大市 飞天茅台价格已有企稳迹象，大众品关注新渠道、新产品 本周（2025 年 6 月23 日至 2025 年6 月27 日）本周食品饮料板块上涨 0.02%， 跑输上证指数 1.89pct。本周食品饮料板块涨幅前五分别为甘化科工 (21.22%)、金达威(17.54%)、欢乐家(13.91%)、桂发祥(11.33%)和*ST 莫高 (10.82%)。 白酒：飞天茅台价格已有企稳迹象，白酒基本面或将加速探底。据国家统计 局数据，1-5 月全国规模以上工业企业实现利润总额 27204.3 亿元，同比下 降 1.1%；酒、饮料和精制茶制造业营业收入 6647.3 亿元，同比增长 2.7%， 利润总额 1164.9 亿元，增长 4.3%。本周白酒指数下跌 1.7%，需求平淡，预 计第二季度表观业绩承压。本周（6/23-6/27）白酒 SW 下跌 1.66%，伊力特、 天佑德酒、顺鑫农业、洋河股份涨幅领先。基本面看，需求压力仍然较大， 第二季度业绩表现预计平淡，酒企更注重市场健康度，短期仍将以去库存、 促动销为主要工作，中长期更加重视消 ...

Group 1: Core Insights - Leiling Rural Commercial Bank focuses on rural revitalization and high-quality development in the Yellow River Basin by innovating business products to support the development and efficiency enhancement of industries such as seasoning and food processing [1] - The bank has issued inclusive small and micro enterprise loans totaling 1.797 billion yuan, an increase of 421 million yuan compared to the beginning of the year [1] Group 2: Case Studies - Shandong Zhonggu Starch Sugar Co., Ltd. received a 10 million yuan "Micro Enterprise Credit Loan" from Leiling Rural Commercial Bank to overcome funding difficulties for corn raw material purchases, supporting local economic development [2] - Leiling Tian Da Chili Products Co., Ltd. utilized two patented inventions to secure a 3.41 million yuan "Intellectual Property Pledge Loan" from the bank, aimed at purchasing raw materials for chili and other seasonings [3] - Changsheng Food Co., Ltd. applied for a 3 million yuan loan based on its tax credit, which was quickly approved, providing essential funding for purchasing seasonings [4]

Core Insights - Japan holds a significant position in the global landscape of long-lived family businesses, with 45,189 companies over 100 years old, accounting for 51.2% of the world's total [2][3] - Among these, 1,813 companies have survived for over 200 years, representing 65.2% of the global total, while 889 have lasted over 300 years, 47 over 500 years, and 11 over 1,000 years [2] Group 1: Principles of Long-Lived Family Businesses - Long-term planning is essential, with a focus on preparing successors over 10, 30, and 100-year timelines [5] - The principle of "capacity-based management" emphasizes businesses should only expand according to their capabilities, avoiding ventures beyond their means [6] - Core competencies must be maintained, as evidenced by the struggles of Kongō Gumi when diversifying into unfamiliar construction areas [7] Group 2: Relationships and Risk Management - Strong relationships with stakeholders, including customers and suppliers, are crucial, as seen in Toyota's support for struggling suppliers [8] - Risk management is highlighted by the substantial internal deposits of Japanese companies, which reached 516 trillion yen (approximately 25 trillion RMB) by September 2024, reflecting a conservative approach to financial stability [8][9] Group 3: Inheritance Practices - The long-son inheritance system and unique adoption practices ensure capable successors are chosen, often prioritizing ability over blood relations [12][13] - Approximately 10% of Japanese family businesses transfer control to non-blood relatives, such as sons-in-law or adopted children, to enhance succession success rates [13][15] Group 4: Training Successors - Emphasis on training successors from the ground up is common, ensuring they understand the business intricacies and build relationships with employees [17][18] - The practice of sending successors to work in other companies for experience is also prevalent, allowing them to gain valuable insights before returning to the family business [18][24] Group 5: Governance and Family Values - Family governance structures, including family constitutions, help manage complex family dynamics and ensure business stability [20][27] - The importance of family values and rules is underscored, with 80% of surveyed family businesses having established family rules or teachings [19][27]

Core Viewpoint - Shandong Shuangju Food Co., Ltd. is expanding its production scale with the support of Wucheng Rural Commercial Bank, highlighting the importance of financial backing in the food industry to meet rising consumer demands [1] Company Overview - Shandong Shuangju Food Co., Ltd. specializes in the processing of compound condiments, producing hot pot base materials, dipping sauces, and other kitchen products for restaurants across the country [1] - The company has experienced growth in operational experience and sales revenue, prompting the desire to expand its business scale [1] Financial Support - Due to issues with timely payment collection and insufficient available funds for new equipment purchases and maintenance, the company faced challenges in expansion [1] - Wucheng Rural Commercial Bank responded quickly by sending a client manager to assess the company's industry background and development potential, resulting in a tailored financing plan [1] - The bank provided a "revolving loan" of 3 million yuan within two days, significantly supporting the company's development [1] Market Context - The company’s representative noted that with the improvement in residents' living standards, there is a higher demand for quality in dining products, leading to increased product demand [1] - Wucheng Rural Commercial Bank has issued a total of 252 million yuan in "small and micro enterprise revolving loans," benefiting 156 clients, reflecting a commitment to enhancing financial service accessibility [1]

Core Viewpoint - Qianhe Flavor Industry faces challenges with its controlling shareholder's pledged shares and declining stock prices, leading to concerns about future growth amidst a weakening demand environment and brand crisis [1][6]. Group 1: Shareholder and Financing Situation - The controlling shareholder, Wu Chaoqun, has pledged 122,280,000 shares to raise funds for subscribing to a private placement, but the stock price has fallen below the subscription price, resulting in a loss [1][2]. - The private placement raised nearly 800 million yuan at a price of 12.83 yuan per share, with Wu being the sole subscriber [1][2]. - Wu previously sold shares for over 200 million yuan at a high point in 2020, raising questions about the timing of the private placement when the stock was at a low [2]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Capacity Utilization - Qianhe's fixed assets increased from 883 million yuan to 1.297 billion yuan in 2023, and further to 1.577 billion yuan in 2024, indicating significant investment in capacity [3]. - The company has experienced a decline in capacity utilization, with soy sauce production capacity utilization dropping to 88% in 2024, raising concerns about the ability to absorb the remaining capacity [4][3]. - The company has seen a revenue decline of 4.16% in 2024, marking the first revenue drop since 2016, with soy sauce revenue decreasing by 3.75% [5][6]. Group 3: Market Position and Growth Challenges - The soy sauce industry is dominated by a few key players, with Qianhe positioned in the second tier alongside Zhongju Gaoxin, while leading player Haitian is experiencing significant growth slowdown [4][5]. - The "zero additives" strategy that previously drove growth has seen its benefits diminish, with Qianhe's revenue growth stalling in 2024 [5][6]. - A recent report questioning the authenticity of Qianhe's "zero additives" claim has led to a brand crisis, further complicating the company's efforts to regain growth [6].

Group 1 - The company has recently utilized idle self-owned funds to purchase government bond reverse repos, totaling 400 million yuan [1] - The purchased reverse repos include GC091, R-28, and GC028, with maturities ranging from 7 to 91 days and annualized yields between 1.58% and 1.90% [1] - The company states that this investment in reverse repos is low-risk and short-term, having minimal impact on cash flow [1] Group 2 - As of March 31, 2025, the company's debt-to-asset ratio stands at 15.94% [1] - The amount invested in reverse repos represents 29.14% of the company's latest cash balance, 10.5% of net assets, and 8.82% of total assets [1] - The company asserts that this investment will not significantly affect its main business operations, financial condition, or operating results [1]