Core Viewpoint - Beiningmei (002570.SZ) has filed a lawsuit against its former partner, Zhejiang Keluobao Food Co., Ltd., claiming trademark infringement and unfair competition, seeking compensation of 72.01 million yuan, which raises concerns about the company's financial health and operational challenges [1][2]. Financial Performance - In the first half of the year, Beiningmei reported a 43% year-on-year increase in net profit attributable to shareholders, but its operating cash flow plummeted by 60%, and accounts receivable are four times the profit [1][2]. - The company's revenue decreased by 4.37% year-on-year, with a more significant decline of 9.94% in the second quarter, indicating a reliance on external factors for profit rather than internal growth [3][6]. - The gross profit margin improved to 45.3%, primarily due to a decrease in raw material prices, but this benefit was offset by increased sales expenses, which rose by 3.37 percentage points to 29.48% [6][8]. Legal Disputes - The conflict between Beiningmei and Keluobao began in 2021 over the "Xiao Beitai" trademark, with accusations of unauthorized expansion of product categories and supply chain disruptions [1][2]. - Keluobao previously sued Beiningmei for 185 million yuan over false advertising and supply chain issues, indicating a prolonged legal battle between the two companies [3]. Market Impact - The lawsuit has created a trust crisis and potential market disruption, as Keluobao is linked to over 200 mother-and-baby chain stores, affecting the sales of "Xiao Beitai" products [2][3]. - Sales personnel are hesitant to recommend "Xiao Beitai" products due to the ongoing legal disputes, which could further impact sales performance [3]. Strategic Transition - Beiningmei's strategic shift towards a "mother-and-baby ecosystem + family health" model is still in the planning stage, with no revenue generated from new business lines as of June [9][10]. - The company's milk powder business still accounts for 89.2% of its revenue, highlighting challenges in diversifying its product offerings [10]. Financial Health - The company's operating cash flow decreased by 59.9% to 80.81 million yuan, primarily due to inventory growth, raising concerns about cash flow management [11][12]. - Beiningmei's accounts receivable reached 316 million yuan, with a significant portion being overdue, indicating potential cash flow issues if collections do not improve [11][14]. - The company continues to face a "high debt, high inventory" situation, with short-term borrowings nearing 1 billion yuan, which could lead to liquidity challenges if credit conditions tighten [14][15].