Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Meituan-W (03690.HK) [4][6]. Core Views - The company is actively investing to strengthen its ecosystem and is optimistic about its long-term competitive advantages [1]. - The core local business has shown healthy growth with a significant investment of 100 billion RMB to support merchants, leading to a 17.8% year-on-year increase in revenue for Q1 2025 [2]. - New business segments are improving losses and expanding overseas, with a 19.2% increase in revenue for Q1 2025 [3]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, Meituan achieved revenue of 865.6 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 15.92%, and a net profit of 100.57 billion RMB, up 87.33% year-on-year [1]. - The core local business generated revenue of 643 billion RMB, with an operating profit of 135 billion RMB, reflecting a 39.1% increase year-on-year [2]. - The new business segment reported revenue of 222 billion RMB, with operating losses narrowing to 23 billion RMB, a 17.5% year-on-year improvement [3]. Business Segments - The food delivery segment is experiencing healthy growth through refined operations, with a focus on high-quality products and services [2]. - The flash purchase segment continues to grow strongly, with an increase in the number of flash warehouses and order proportions [2]. - The company launched a "Meituan Membership" program to enhance cross-selling and transaction frequency in lower-tier markets [2]. Financial Metrics and Projections - The report projects net profits of 418.3 billion RMB, 534.6 billion RMB, and 638.6 billion RMB for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [4]. - Adjusted net profits are expected to be 499.8 billion RMB, 616.1 billion RMB, and 720.1 billion RMB for the same years, with corresponding valuations of 15.9, 12.9, and 11.0 times [4]. - The company’s gross margin improved to 37.45% in Q1 2025, with a decrease in sales and management expense ratios [3].