Core Insights - Nissin Foods reported a revenue of HKD 30.62 billion (approximately RMB 28.04 billion) for the first three quarters ending September 30, 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 7.0% [1][2] - The net profit for the same period was HKD 2.58 billion (approximately RMB 2.36 billion), showing a year-on-year increase of about 2.7% [1][2] - The gross profit margin improved from 34.8% to 35.4%, attributed to the strong sales of high-margin cup noodles and enhanced production efficiency [2] Financial Performance - Revenue for the nine months ending September 30, 2025, was HKD 3,062.1 million, up from HKD 2,862.2 million, a 7.0% increase [2] - Gross profit rose to HKD 1,083.0 million, an 8.6% increase from HKD 997.4 million [2] - Profit before tax increased by 7.5% to HKD 368.7 million from HKD 342.9 million [2] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 4.0% to HKD 502.3 million from HKD 482.8 million [2] - Basic earnings per share rose to 24.73 cents from 24.07 cents, reflecting a 2.7% increase [2] Regional Performance - Revenue from Hong Kong and other regions grew by 9.5% to HKD 1.20 billion, driven by stable sales of instant noodles and rising demand in overseas markets [2] - Revenue from mainland China was HKD 18.60 billion (approximately RMB 17.03 billion), with a modest year-on-year growth of 5.4%, accounting for about 60% of total revenue [2][3] Strategic Adjustments - The company is shifting its sales strategy from an over-reliance on e-commerce to strengthening offline channels, particularly in core markets like South China [5] - Nissin aims to maintain profit margins by controlling promotional expenses and avoiding price hikes despite rising raw material costs [5][6] - The company is focusing on product upgrades and cost optimization, with recent investments in new product lines targeting health-conscious consumers [6] Market Challenges - The demand for instant noodles in China is slowly recovering, with management noting a resurgence in sales in previously struggling regions [3][6] - The competitive landscape has intensified, with Nissin facing challenges from both external competitors and changing consumer preferences [10][11] - The company's market share in China has declined significantly, dropping to around 4% in 2023 from a peak of 14.5% in 2018 [11] Future Outlook - Nissin is investing approximately RMB 240 million in new facilities in Zhuhai, Guangdong, to enhance production efficiency and meet growing demand for high-end products [6][7] - The management remains optimistic about the recovery of the mainland market, projecting a 9.4% revenue growth in the first half of 2025 [6][7]