Investment Rating - The report maintains a positive outlook on the textile and apparel industry, with specific recommendations for companies such as Bosideng and Anta [2][8]. Core Insights - The textile and apparel sector outperformed the market, with the SW textile and apparel index rising by 0.8% from November 3 to November 7, 2025, surpassing the SW All A index by 0.2 percentage points [3]. - October textile and apparel exports faced pressure, with a year-on-year decline of 12.6%, but recent US-China trade negotiations may help restore the export chain [8][10]. - The report highlights the potential for growth in the outdoor apparel segment due to the upcoming winter season and the Milan Winter Olympics, recommending brands like Bosideng and focusing on the recovery of women's apparel [10][12]. Summary by Sections Industry Performance - The textile and apparel sector showed strong performance compared to the market, with the SW apparel home textile index increasing by 2.2% and the SW textile manufacturing index rising by 1.0% during the same period [3][4]. Recent Industry Data - Retail sales for clothing, shoes, and textiles totaled 1,061.3 billion yuan from January to September, reflecting a 3.1% year-on-year growth [28]. - In October, China's textile and apparel export value was $22.26 billion, down 12.6% year-on-year, with textile exports at $11.258 billion (down 9.0%) and clothing exports at $11.004 billion (down 16.0%) [35][36]. Market Trends - The report notes that the recent easing of tariffs by the US may positively impact the export chain, with a recommendation to focus on the sports manufacturing and non-woven fabric sectors [8][10]. - The outdoor apparel market is expected to benefit from increased brand investments in winter sports products, with specific mentions of Anta and Li Ning's new product launches [10][12]. Company Performance - The report reviews the third-quarter performance of companies like Dezhu Fashion, which showed a recovery in profits, with a focus on online and direct sales channels [13][14]. - The report emphasizes the strong brand power and profitability of companies in the mid-to-high-end women's apparel sector, maintaining a "buy" rating for companies like Dezhu Fashion and Geli Si [12][17]. Investment Recommendations - The report recommends investing in sports and outdoor brands such as Bosideng, Anta, and Li Ning, as well as discount retailers like Hailan Home and companies in personal care and home cleaning sectors [10][12].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" outlook on the textile and apparel industry, highlighting the resilience of the sportswear segment and potential growth opportunities in various sub-sectors [2][3]. Core Insights - The textile and apparel sector underperformed the market, with the SW textile and apparel index rising 2.5%, lagging behind the SW All A index by 1.4 percentage points [3][4]. - Recent industry data indicates a 2.9% year-on-year increase in retail sales for clothing, shoes, and textiles, totaling 837.1 billion yuan from January to July 2025 [3][30]. - Exports of textiles and apparel reached 170.74 billion USD in the same period, showing a modest 0.6% increase, while clothing exports declined by 0.3% [3][30]. - Cotton prices have shown a slight decline, with the national cotton price B index at 15,243 yuan/ton, down 0.2% [3][35]. Summary by Sections Textile Sector - Nobon Co. is highlighted for its strong growth potential due to its focus on personal care and new tobacco products, benefiting from low penetration rates and a young consumer base [3][9]. - The report emphasizes the importance of self-owned brands and the potential for breakthroughs in the new tobacco sector, particularly for Nobon [3][9]. - The textile manufacturing sector is expected to recover as the trade environment becomes more favorable for quality manufacturers [10]. Apparel Sector - The sportswear segment demonstrated the best resilience, with companies like Li Ning, Anta, and 361 Degrees showing revenue growth of 3%, 7%, and 11% respectively, despite facing headwinds [11][24]. - Li Ning's mid-year report showed a revenue increase to 14.82 billion yuan, although net profit fell by 11% [11][24]. - The report recommends several companies for investment, including Anta Sports, Li Ning, and 361 Degrees, as they are expected to benefit from improving domestic demand [3][11]. Market Dynamics - The report notes that domestic consumption recovery is a key focus for 2025, with various regions implementing measures to stimulate consumer spending [14]. - The performance of international brands is also discussed, with companies like Deckers and Asics reporting significant growth in their respective markets [16][21]. Key Recommendations - The report suggests investing in high-quality domestic brands and companies with strong growth potential in the textile and apparel sector, particularly in the sportswear and personal care segments [3][10][11].