Core Viewpoint - TOP TOY International Group Limited has submitted its IPO application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with expectations of strong growth in the collectible toy market, driven by its unique positioning and expansion strategy [1][6]. Company Overview - TOP TOY is a collectible toy brand under Miniso Group, established to tap into the "interest consumption" trend amid Miniso's financial struggles [5]. - The company has shown significant revenue growth, with projected revenues of 6.79 billion, 14.61 billion, and 19.09 billion RMB for 2022, 2023, and 2024 respectively [6]. Financial Performance - TOP TOY's operating profit has improved from a loss of 0.37 billion RMB in 2022 to a profit of 2.90 billion RMB in 2023 and 3.96 billion RMB in 2024 [6]. - The company reported a revenue of 13.6 billion RMB in the first half of this year, with a gross profit of 4.41 billion RMB [6]. Market Position and Growth - TOP TOY is recognized as the fastest-growing collectible toy brand in China, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 50% from 2022 to 2024 [6]. - The company has expanded its store count to 299, including 15 overseas locations primarily in Southeast Asia [6]. IP Strategy - TOP TOY relies heavily on licensed IP for revenue, with licensing fees increasing from 8.72 million RMB in 2022 to 32.78 million RMB in 2024 [7]. - The company is focusing on developing its own IP, with successful launches of original IPs that have garnered significant consumer interest [7][8]. Market Potential - The collectible toy market in China is projected to grow from 207 billion RMB in 2019 to 587 billion RMB by 2024, with a CAGR of 23.2% [10]. - There is a significant growth opportunity for IP consumption in China, with current penetration rates much lower than in developed markets [11]. Competitive Landscape - The market is expected to remain competitive, with no single player dominating, and TOP TOY aims to differentiate itself from competitors like Pop Mart [11]. - The company is also exploring international markets, with revenue from outside mainland China increasing from 0 to 52.5 million RMB in the first half of 2025 [12].