Core Viewpoint - Jiahe Food is transitioning from an "OEM" to a "consumer brand" amid pressure on its core business of plant-based creamers, which has historically been central to the new tea beverage supply chain [1][7] Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of 2025, Jiahe Food reported a revenue of 1.77 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.3%, but the net profit attributable to shareholders was only 26 million yuan, a significant decline of 68.5% [2][8] - The decline in net profit is primarily due to rising raw material costs and increased marketing expenses, which have severely impacted cash flow, with a 99% year-on-year drop in net cash flow from operating activities [2][8] - However, the third quarter showed signs of recovery, with revenue of 583 million yuan, a slight decrease of 3.9%, and a net profit of 13.57 million yuan, reflecting a 2.7% year-on-year growth, ending a streak of declining profits [2][8] Strategic Transformation - Jiahe Food's transformation strategy focuses on expanding its plant-based and coffee segments, aiming for a 2B2C collaborative ecosystem [3][9] - The coffee business has become a key focus, with significant progress in production capacity, including the launch of a 5,000-ton roasted coffee bean production line [3][9] - The coffee market in China is projected to reach nearly 130 billion yuan by 2025, with over 260,000 stores, indicating a robust growth opportunity for Jiahe Food [3][9] B2B Relationships - The company maintains strong partnerships with major domestic and international chain restaurants and food enterprises, including traditional clients like Xiangpiaopiao and Wahaha, as well as new tea brands like Hushang Auntie and Mixue Ice City [4][10] - Jiahe Food's plant-based creamers have been upgraded to "zero trans fat," aligning with health consumption trends and attempting to maintain its market position amid the "de-plant-based cream" trend [4][10] Challenges in Transformation - Despite a clear transformation direction, Jiahe Food faces multiple challenges that hinder its profitability recovery, including rising raw material costs and intense competition [5][11] - The increase in raw material procurement costs has directly impacted profit margins, while ongoing marketing investments are necessary for building C-end brands [5][11] - As a traditional B-end company, Jiahe Food is still in the early stages of C-end brand development, facing challenges in brand recognition and sustainable pricing strategies [5][11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Neutral" rating for the company [4][9]. Core Insights - The company is actively optimizing its product structure, leading to a revenue decline in Q3, but profit margins remained stable. Future focus will be on the 2C business and coffee segment [1][4]. - The revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 increased by 5.27% year-on-year, while the gross profit margin decreased by 4.26 percentage points to 12.56% [4][9]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders saw a significant decline of 68.54% year-on-year, with the net profit margin dropping by 3.45 percentage points to 1.47% [4][9]. Financial Summary - Total revenue for 2023 is projected at 2,841 million RMB, with a forecasted decline to 2,311 million RMB in 2024, followed by a slight recovery in 2025 to 2,352 million RMB [3][6]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to drop from 258 million RMB in 2023 to 84 million RMB in 2024, with a further decline to 47 million RMB in 2025 [3][6]. - The earnings per share (EPS) is forecasted to be 0.57 RMB in 2023, decreasing to 0.18 RMB in 2024, and recovering to 0.10 RMB in 2025 [3][6]. Product Performance - In Q3, the non-dairy creamer segment saw a decline of 2.60% year-on-year, while coffee and plant-based products experienced significant growth of 56.67% and 62.51% respectively [4][9]. - The syrup segment faced a substantial decline of 54.27%, contributing to the overall revenue drop due to the company's product optimization strategy [4][9]. 2C Business Development - The company has achieved a breakthrough in its 2C business, with revenue reaching 57.57 million RMB in the first half of 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 132.77% [4][9]. - The company employs a dual-drive strategy focusing on both B2B and B2C, with significant investment in online platforms such as TikTok, Pinduoduo, JD.com, and Tmall [4][9].

Group 1 - A customer reported finding a plastic glove in a coffee cup at a KFC location in Harbin, leading to a request for video evidence from the store [1] - KFC's customer service stated that they could not verify the claims made on social media and advised customers to contact the store directly for service [1] Group 2 - COFCO Technology announced partnerships with several leading tea beverage companies to promote D-alloheptulose sugar, which is seen as a promising product in the health trend [2] - The collaboration aims to enhance product offerings in the tea beverage sector [2] Group 3 - Xiangpiaopiao signed a cooperation agreement with Zhejiang Chinese Medical University to establish a health beverage research institute, focusing on integrating traditional Chinese medicine into daily consumption [3] - The first product from this collaboration is "Five Red Warm Milk Tea," based on traditional remedies [3][4] - Xiangpiaopiao is undergoing a strategic upgrade from a milk tea pioneer to a leader in health-oriented tea beverages, emphasizing product innovation and brand rejuvenation [3][4] Group 4 - Jiahua Foods reported a 68.5% decline in net profit for the first three quarters of the year, despite a 5.3% increase in revenue to 1.77 billion yuan [5] - The company attributed the profit drop to rising raw material costs and increased marketing expenses [5][6] - Jiahua Foods is facing challenges due to the trend of "de-plant-based cream" in the new tea beverage market, leading to a significant decrease in sales [6] Group 5 - Eight Horse Tea officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange with an initial price of 50 HKD, closing at 93.35 HKD, marking an increase of 86.7% [7] - The company plans to expand its physical presence by adding 1,500 new stores over the next three to five years and aims to establish an intelligent production base [7] - Eight Horse Tea has a strong family ownership structure, with significant control held by the Wang family, who have a long history in tea production [8]

Core Viewpoint - Jiahe Food reported a mixed financial performance for Q3 2025, with revenue growth but significant declines in net profit and cash flow due to rising raw material costs and increased marketing expenses [1][3]. Financial Performance Summary - For Q3 2025, the company achieved revenue of 583.13 million yuan, a decrease of 3.9% year-on-year; net profit attributable to shareholders was 13.57 million yuan, an increase of 2.7%; and net profit excluding non-recurring items was 8.04 million yuan, down 26.1% [2]. - Year-to-date, the company reported total revenue of 1.77 billion yuan, up 5.3% year-on-year; however, net profit attributable to shareholders fell by 68.5% to 26 million yuan, and net profit excluding non-recurring items dropped 85.6% to 10.45 million yuan [1][2]. Cash Flow and Assets - The net cash flow from operating activities for the first three quarters declined by 99%, primarily due to increased raw material procurement costs [4]. - As of the end of Q3, the company’s total assets reached 3.597 billion yuan, a 24.8% increase from the previous year, while net assets attributable to shareholders grew by 32.9% to 2.864 billion yuan [2]. Market Context and Challenges - The decline in net profit is attributed to rising raw material prices and increased marketing expenses [3]. - The company has faced a significant drop in the sales of its plant-based creamers due to the trend of "de-plant-based cream" in the new tea beverage market [4]. Future Plans - In February, the company announced plans to raise up to 725 million yuan through a private placement of A-shares to fund coffee production expansion and supplement working capital [4]. - The funds raised will primarily enhance the production capacity of premium coffee to meet growing market demand [4]. Stock Performance - As of October 29, Jiahe Food's stock price decreased by 1.26% to 11.79 yuan per share, representing a decline of over 60% from its peak in 2021, with a total market capitalization of 5.357 billion yuan [6].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the progress of Dongxiao Biotechnology Co., Ltd. in the synthetic biology manufacturing sector, focusing on its diverse corn deep processing capabilities and its upcoming listing on the New Third Board [2][4]. Group 1: Company Overview - Dongxiao Biotechnology specializes in synthetic biology manufacturing and fermentation technology, primarily engaged in the deep processing of corn to produce animal nutrition products, solid beverages, food additives, organic acids, and health sweeteners [2][4]. - The company has an annual corn deep processing capacity of 1.6 million tons, producing various products such as L-lysine hydrochloride, erythritol, and glucose [4]. Group 2: Market Position and Innovation - Dongxiao is positioned as a leader in the corn deep processing industry, transforming traditional agricultural raw materials into high-value products through technological innovation [4]. - The company utilizes renewable resources like corn and green energy sources such as wind and solar power to achieve sustainable product transformation across multiple sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care [4]. Group 3: Financial Performance - For the fiscal years 2023 and 2024, Dongxiao's projected revenues are 7.993 billion yuan and 7.840 billion yuan, respectively, with main business revenues contributing significantly at 7.845 billion yuan and 7.630 billion yuan, accounting for 98.15% and 97.33% of total revenues [5]. - The net profits for the same periods are expected to be 298 million yuan and 578 million yuan, with a slight decline in revenue attributed to lower procurement prices for corn and energy [5]. - The overall gross profit margin is projected to improve to 10.33% and 13.91%, driven by reduced raw material costs despite limited price declines in the market [5].

Core Viewpoint - Jiahe Foods (605300.SZ), known as the "first stock of powdered oil," reported a mixed performance in its 2025 semi-annual report, with revenue of 1.185 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.43%, while net profit attributable to shareholders plummeted by 82.1% to 12.43 million yuan due to rising raw material costs and increased sales expenses related to coffee business expansion and C-end channel development [2]. Group 1: Financial Performance - The company experienced a significant decline in net profit, with the core subsidiary Nantong Jiazhiwei's net profit dropping approximately 75.4% to 7.8995 million yuan, attributed to rising costs of core raw materials like palm kernel oil and coconut oil [5]. - Operating cash flow turned negative, with a net cash flow from operating activities dropping 142.3% to -31.02 million yuan, and prepayments surged 88.58% to 82.8488 million yuan [6]. Group 2: Market Trends and Challenges - The demand for powdered oil is declining as consumer health awareness increases, leading some new tea brands to stop using powdered oil, which directly impacts Jiahe Foods' sales [3]. - Despite the growth in orders from tea drink customers during the recent delivery wars, the company noted that these customers primarily ordered lower-priced products, resulting in increased revenue without corresponding profit [4]. Group 3: Coffee Business Development - Jiahe Foods is actively expanding its coffee business, achieving revenue of 278 million yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 6.58%, with a significant growth of 66.8% to 190 million yuan in the first half of the year [7]. - The company is focusing on both B-end and C-end channels, with e-commerce revenue reaching 47.6657 million yuan, up 114.81% year-on-year [7][8]. Group 4: Cost and Profitability Issues - The company's marketing expenses increased significantly, with sales expenses for 2024 and the first half of the year rising 75.14% and 28.16% respectively, driven by higher costs associated with online platform services [8]. - The overall gross margin decreased by 5.46 percentage points to 12.39% in the first half of 2025, influenced by a higher proportion of low-margin products in the product mix [9].

Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 1.185 billion yuan in the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year growth of 10.43%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 82.1% to 12.4328 million yuan [1] - The decline in profit is attributed to rising costs of core raw materials such as palm kernel oil and coconut oil, alongside increased sales expenses due to investments in coffee business expansion and C-end channel development [1] Group 1: Business Performance - The coffee business saw a significant increase in orders from May to June, with a year-on-year growth of over 50% in order volume from tea and coffee clients, aligning with the company's growth expectations for the year [2] - The tea beverage segment experienced an increase in order clients due to the external competition, although the overall trend showed increased revenue without corresponding profit growth [2] Group 2: Industry Dynamics - The coffee supply chain is facing challenges, with small manufacturers shutting down due to rising raw material prices and insufficient supply capacity, leading larger clients to seek partnerships with the company [2] - The competitive landscape in the coffee industry is characterized by a "stronger getting stronger" trend, where leading brands are expanding their presence while smaller brands are either retracting or closing down [2]

Core Viewpoint - Recent reports indicate that several mainstream tea beverage brands, including Heytea and Nayuki, have been found to contain trans fatty acids in their products, raising concerns among consumers about the safety of these beverages [1][2] Group 1: Source of Trans Fatty Acids - Trans fatty acids can originate from natural sources such as dairy products and certain meats, with natural foods containing about 2%-5% trans fatty acids in total fat [2] - The presence of trans fatty acids in tea beverages may be misleading, as brands like Heytea claim to use high-quality ingredients that meet safety standards, asserting that their products contain "0 trans fatty acids" [2][3] Group 2: Regulatory Standards - The detected levels of trans fatty acids in various tea beverages, such as Heytea's Black Sugar Boba Milk Tea (0.113g/100g) and Nayuki's Golden Mountain Pearl Milk Tea (0.0144g/100g), comply with national food safety standards, which allow for levels below 0.3g/100g [4] - Processed foods contribute significantly to trans fatty acid intake, with 71.2% of total intake coming from such foods, primarily from hydrogenated oils [4] Group 3: Consumer Perception and Misunderstanding - There is a prevalent misunderstanding among consumers that equates the use of plant-based creamers (植脂末) with the presence of trans fatty acids, despite advancements in technology allowing for "0 trans fatty acids" formulations [7][10] - A report from the China Chain Store & Franchise Association highlights that high sugar content and the use of plant-based creamers are common misconceptions that contribute to consumer resistance against new tea beverages [9] Group 4: Industry Developments - Companies like Jiahe Foods have initiated plans to eliminate artificial trans fats from their products, indicating a shift towards healthier formulations in the industry [10] - The beverage industry is currently revising standards for plant-based creamers to address concerns regarding trans fatty acid content and improve overall product safety [11]

Core Viewpoint - The report details the fundraising activities and the actual usage of raised funds by Jiahe Food Industrial Co., Ltd. for the first half of 2025, highlighting compliance with regulatory requirements and the management of funds. Fundraising Basic Situation - The company raised a total of RMB 450.11 million through its initial public offering (IPO) by issuing 40.01 million shares at RMB 11.25 per share, with net proceeds of RMB 420.86 million after deducting issuance costs [1]. - As of June 30, 2025, the actual usage of the raised funds from the IPO included RMB 357.12 million for project investments and RMB 45.54 million for direct project inputs [1]. - In 2023, the company raised RMB 725 million by issuing 54.39 million shares at RMB 13.33 per share, with a net amount of RMB 715.50 million after costs [1]. - By June 30, 2025, the actual usage of these funds included RMB 18.32 million for project investments, with a remaining balance of RMB 521.40 million [1]. Fundraising Management Situation - The company has established a special management system for the storage and use of raised funds, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations [1]. - A tripartite supervision agreement was signed with the underwriter and banks to clarify the rights and obligations of all parties involved in the management of the raised funds [1][2]. Fund Usage and Adjustments - The company transferred the remaining balance from the completed "Annual Production of 120,000 Tons of Plant Fat Powder Production Base Construction Project" to the "New R&D Center Project" to enhance fund usage efficiency [3]. - The company has permanently supplemented working capital with RMB 3.01 million of surplus funds from the IPO, which accounts for approximately 0.75% of the net amount raised [5]. - The company has not used idle funds for temporary working capital supplementation or cash management during the reporting period [7][9]. Fundraising Project Implementation - The company has not experienced any changes in the fundraising project implementation or any external transfers or replacements of the fundraising projects during the reporting period [8][9]. - The company has added new subsidiaries as implementation entities for the "Coffee Expansion Construction Project" and has signed relevant agreements for fund management [4][9].

Overview - The demand for powdered fats, specifically plant-based creamers, is rapidly increasing in China due to the growth of downstream markets such as milk tea, coffee, and baked goods [1][11] - However, there is a notable decline in demand projected for 2024, with consumption expected to drop to 705,300 tons and market size to 7.406 billion yuan, driven by rising health consciousness among consumers [1][11] - High-end categories such as cold-soluble creamers, zero trans-fat products, and functional creamers are anticipated to become the main growth engines in the industry [1][11] Market Policy - The plant-based creamer industry is classified under the manufacturing sector, specifically in food manufacturing, and is subject to strict regulations to ensure food safety and quality [4][6] - Recent policies have focused on enhancing food safety supervision and promoting high-quality development within the industry [4][6] Industry Chain - The upstream of the plant-based creamer industry includes suppliers of raw materials like edible vegetable oils, glucose syrup, and milk powder, as well as suppliers of emulsifiers and stabilizers [7] - The midstream involves the production and manufacturing of creamers, while the downstream encompasses application markets including milk tea, coffee, and baked goods [7] Market Demand - Milk tea is the largest consumer market for plant-based creamers in China, accounting for over 50% of the market share [9] - The rapid growth of the ready-to-drink milk tea market has led to increased demand for creamers, which provide a smooth texture and rich flavor [9] - As health awareness rises, there is a shift towards low-sugar and low-fat options, prompting manufacturers to innovate and develop healthier products [9][11] Competitive Landscape - The market concentration has increased, with leading companies like Jiahe Food, Nestlé, and Super Group dominating the market [13][15] - Jiahe Food holds the largest market share, with its Jinghua brand being a well-known name in the plant-based creamer sector [13][16] - Nestlé leverages its international brand influence and extensive distribution channels to maintain a significant presence in the market [13][15] Development Trends - Future demand for low-sugar and low-fat plant-based creamers is expected to rise, leading companies to innovate and introduce products that meet these health requirements [20] - The integration of "Internet + plant-based creamers" is becoming a trend, with companies focusing on digital marketing and channel development to enhance consumer interaction [20] - The use of big data and artificial intelligence is anticipated to optimize production processes, improving efficiency and product quality [20]