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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Fuling Zhacai Group [1][5][7]. Core Views - The first quarter of 2025 showed weak performance with revenue of RMB 710 million, a year-on-year decline of 4.8%, while net profit attributable to the parent company was RMB 270 million, a slight increase of 0.2% [1][2]. - The company expects revenue growth of 8% in 2025, driven by improved sales strategies and marketing efforts, particularly in the restaurant channel [2][5]. - The acquisition of a 51% stake in Weimeiwei is anticipated to create synergies in channels and products, enhancing growth opportunities [3][4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, revenue decreased by 4.8% year-on-year, attributed to low seasonal demand and stable operations [2]. - The gross margin improved by 3.8 percentage points to 56.0% due to lower procurement costs for mustard [2]. - The company projects earnings per share (EPS) of RMB 0.75, RMB 0.82, and RMB 0.89 for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [5]. Growth Strategy - The company is focusing on organic growth through enhanced marketing and sales integration, particularly for its mustard and radish products [2][5]. - The acquisition of Weimeiwei is expected to leverage the company's existing distribution channels and product offerings, targeting the B-end market for compound seasonings [3][4]. Valuation - The target price for the stock is set at RMB 16.50, reflecting a potential upside of 26% from the closing price of RMB 13.14 as of May 9, 2025 [7][8].

Core Viewpoint - Fuling Zhacai plans to acquire 51% equity of Weizimei through a combination of issuing shares and cash payment, with the final transaction price yet to be determined based on asset evaluation [1][2] Group 1: Transaction Details - The transaction involves issuing domestic A-shares at a price of 10.79 RMB per share, which is not lower than 80% of the average trading price over the last 60 trading days [1] - The transaction is expected not to meet the criteria for a major asset restructuring as per relevant regulations [2] - The transaction counterparties do not have any prior relationship with the listed company, and post-transaction shareholding is expected to remain below 5% for each party [2] Group 2: Company Information - Weizimei specializes in the research, production, and sales of Sichuan-style compound seasonings and prepared dishes, with main products including hot pot seasonings and Chinese dish seasonings [2] - Projected revenues for Weizimei are 284.05 million RMB for 2023 and 265.42 million RMB for 2024, with net profits of 40.71 million RMB and 39.62 million RMB respectively [2][3] Group 3: Financial Data - Total assets for Weizimei are projected to be 2.034 billion RMB by the end of 2024, up from 1.657 billion RMB in 2023 [3] - Owner's equity is expected to increase from 1.268 billion RMB in 2023 to 1.564 billion RMB in 2024 [3] - Revenue is projected to decrease from 284.05 million RMB in 2023 to 265.42 million RMB in 2024, while net profit is also expected to decline slightly [3]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a mixed performance in Q1 2025, with revenue declining but net profit showing slight growth, indicating a complex market environment and ongoing cost management efforts [1][3]. Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the company achieved revenue of 713 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 4.75% [1]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 272 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 0.24% [1]. - The company's gross profit margin was 55.96%, up by 3.85 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to a 31% decrease in the purchase price of key raw materials [1]. - The net profit margin for Q1 2025 was 38.19%, an increase of 1.90 percentage points year-on-year [1]. Strategic Developments - The company announced a plan to acquire 51% of Sichuan Weizimei Food Technology Co., which specializes in the development and production of compound seasonings and prepared dishes [2]. - The acquisition aims to enhance the company's product offerings and distribution channels, supporting its dual growth strategy of internal and external expansion [2]. - Weizimei reported a revenue of 265 million yuan in 2024, down 6.56% year-on-year, and a net profit of 40 million yuan, down 2.67% year-on-year [2]. Profit Forecast - The company anticipates continued growth driven by both internal product development and external acquisitions, with expected net profits for 2025-2027 projected to increase by 8.5%, 8.2%, and 7.9% respectively, reaching 870 million, 940 million, and 1.01 billion yuan [3]. - The ongoing cost benefits from lower raw material prices are expected to sustain gross margin improvements [3].