Group 1 - The recent policy changes regarding the departure tax refund system have positively impacted the stock prices of related companies, with notable increases in A-share and Hong Kong-listed companies [2][3] - The new policy, issued by multiple government departments, aims to enhance the departure tax refund experience by lowering the minimum refund threshold and increasing the cash refund limit, among other measures [4][5] - The policy changes are expected to significantly boost inbound tourism and consumption, with a projected 1.3 billion inbound tourists in 2024, reflecting a growth of over 60% year-on-year [5][6] Group 2 - Companies involved in the departure tax refund business have diversified, including direct operators like China Duty Free Group and Wangfujing, as well as logistics and technology providers like Lakala and SF Express [6] - The optimization of the departure tax refund policy is anticipated to drive growth in various sectors, including retail, tourism, and dining, benefiting companies that cater to inbound tourists [6][7] - Research indicates that the optimized departure tax refund policy will favor the retail sector, particularly department stores, and related industries such as hotels and restaurants, enhancing the overall consumer market [7]