Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the company, with a target price of RMB 9.74 based on a 14x PE for 2026 [4][9]. Core Insights - The company reported a slight year-on-year revenue increase of 1.9% in Q3 2025, with revenue reaching RMB 1.34 billion. Net profit attributable to shareholders was RMB 107 million, up 2.8% year-on-year, while the gross profit margin improved to 17.64%, an increase of 1.09 percentage points year-on-year [10][11]. - The cashmere yarn segment led growth, achieving robust double-digit growth and continued gross profit margin improvement. The company expects a slight decline in worsted yarn revenue but anticipates slight gross profit margin improvement [11][12]. - The company is in a capacity expansion phase, with new projects gradually coming online, including a 20,000-spindle high-end worsted eco-yarn project in Vietnam and a high-quality worsted wool yarn project in Yinchuan [11][12]. Financial Summary - The financial summary indicates projected revenues of RMB 4.936 billion for 2025, with a net profit of RMB 452 million. The earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to be RMB 0.62 for 2025, increasing to RMB 0.78 by 2027 [3][4]. - The company’s return on equity (ROE) is projected to be 12.4% in 2025, with a gradual increase to 13.6% by 2027. The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is expected to decrease from 12.92 in 2025 to 10.25 in 2027 [3][4]. Market Outlook - The report expresses optimism regarding future wool prices, noting a significant rise in Australian wool prices from late September to early October 2025. The report anticipates that November will be a peak ordering season for foreign trade customers, supporting wool prices [12].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Xin'ao Co., Ltd. (603889) [7][6][8] Core Views - The report highlights that the price of Australian wool has surged, creating a significant performance elasticity for Xin'ao Co., Ltd. The company is well-positioned to benefit from this price increase due to its proactive inventory strategy during low price periods [7][6][8] - The report anticipates that the company's revenue and profit will see growth in the upcoming quarters, driven by favorable market conditions and strong order backlog [7][6][8] Financial Data and Earnings Forecast - Total revenue for 2025 is projected at 5,088 million yuan, with a year-on-year growth rate of 5.1% [6] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to reach 460 million yuan in 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 7.3% [6] - The gross margin is forecasted to be 19.7% in 2025, with a return on equity (ROE) of 12.6% [6] - The company reported a total revenue of 3,894 million yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, with a slight year-on-year increase of 0.6% [7] - The net profit for the same period was 377 million yuan, showing a year-on-year growth of 2.0% [7] Market and Competitive Landscape - The report indicates that the supply of Australian wool is expected to decrease significantly, with a forecasted decline in sheep numbers and wool production, which will likely support higher prices [7][6] - Demand for wool is also anticipated to improve, particularly in the blended yarn market, as downstream brands and garment factories begin to replenish inventory [7][6] - Xin'ao Co., Ltd. is positioned to capitalize on the current market dynamics, with a robust production capacity established in Vietnam and Ningxia, China, enhancing its competitive advantage [7][6]

Group 1: Key Insights on New Australia Co. (新澳股份) - The Australian wool auction prices have reached record highs, with the Eastern Market Indicator rising by 112 AUD cents/kg to 1565 AUD cents/kg, marking a 7.7% increase month-on-month and a 41.8% increase year-on-year [2][12]. - The current price increase is seen as being in its early stages, with potential to match previous peaks from 2011 and 2018 due to supply constraints and improving demand [2][12]. - New Australia Co. is positioned to benefit directly from the wool cycle, with expectations of simultaneous increases in volume, price, and profit, leading to significant performance elasticity [2][12]. Group 2: Financial Projections for New Australia Co. - The company is expected to see an increase in net profit forecasts for 2025-2027, with projected profits of 460 million, 550 million, and 610 million CNY respectively, up from previous estimates [3]. - The price increase in wool is anticipated to lead to higher product prices, prompting an upward revision of gross margins and average prices for wool products [3]. Group 3: Insights on the White Wine Industry - The white wine industry is expected to see a year-on-year demand decline of 20-30% during the 2025 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day, with inventory levels increasing by 10-20% [13]. - The performance of banquet consumption is below expectations, and gift demand is also declining, indicating a challenging market environment [13]. - The industry is anticipated to face pressure on financial statements, with some companies beginning to show signs of stress in Q2 2025, which may continue into Q1 2026 [13][14]. Group 4: Recommendations for White Wine Stocks - Investors are advised to remain patient and wait for opportunities, focusing on high-dividend stocks as a long-term investment strategy [13]. - Key recommended stocks include Guizhou Moutai, Shanxi Fenjiu, and Luzhou Laojiao, with attention also on Wuliangye, Jianshe Yuan, and Yingjia Gongjiu [13].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is maintained as "Buy" [2] Core Views - The report highlights that the price of Australian wool has reached record highs, indicating a strong growth potential for the Australian wool cycle [7] - The company is expected to benefit directly from the rising wool prices, with anticipated performance improvements in the upcoming quarters [7] - The report emphasizes the supply constraints and improving demand dynamics in the wool market, suggesting a favorable outlook for the company's growth [7] Financial Data and Profit Forecast - Total revenue projections for the company are as follows: - 2024: 4,841 million - 2025H1: 2,554 million - 2025E: 5,088 million - 2026E: 5,861 million - 2027E: 6,455 million - Year-on-year growth rates for total revenue are projected at 9.1% for 2024, -0.1% for 2025H1, 5.1% for 2025E, 15.2% for 2026E, and 10.1% for 2027E [6] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted as follows: - 2024: 428 million - 2025E: 460 million - 2026E: 553 million - 2027E: 609 million - The expected net profit growth rates are 6.0% for 2024, 7.3% for 2025E, 20.2% for 2026E, and 10.1% for 2027E [6][17] Market Dynamics - The Australian wool auction prices have seen a significant increase, with the Eastern Market Indicator rising by 112 Australian cents per kilogram to 1,565 Australian cents per kilogram, marking a 7.7% increase month-on-month and a 41.8% increase year-on-year [7] - The report notes that the current upward trend in wool prices is expected to continue, driven by supply reductions and improving demand from the retail sector [7] - The company has strategically positioned itself to capitalize on the current market conditions, with a robust inventory and improved order trends [7]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Outperform the Market" [5][19][25] Core Views - The company has maintained stable performance in the first half of the year, with notable growth in cashmere yarn business, while overall revenue remained flat [1][2] - The company is a leading manufacturer in wool and cashmere spinning, with a slight decrease in revenue of 0.1% year-on-year to 2.55 billion yuan for the first half of 2025, and a net profit increase of 1.7% year-on-year to 270 million yuan [1][19] - The cashmere yarn business has shown rapid growth, benefiting from orders from Japanese companies, with revenue increasing by 16.6% year-on-year to 790 million yuan [2][19] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company's gross profit margin improved by 0.8 percentage points to 21.6%, driven by higher margins in fine wool spinning and wool strip businesses [1] - The financial expenses ratio decreased by 0.8 percentage points, mainly due to foreign exchange gains, with a net profit margin increase of 0.2 percentage points to 10.6% [1][19] Business Segments - Revenue from fine wool spinning decreased by 3.1% to 1.43 billion yuan, while cashmere yarn revenue increased by 16.0% to 790 million yuan [2] - The gross margin for fine wool spinning improved by 1.7 percentage points to 28.8%, while cashmere yarn's gross margin slightly decreased by 0.7 percentage points to 13.5% [2] Capacity Expansion - The company is advancing its capacity planning and optimizing its domestic and international production layout, with projects in Vietnam and Yinchuan expected to gradually release capacity in the second half of the year [3][19] - The company aims to enhance its global industrial layout through these initiatives, which are expected to contribute to sustainable development [3][19] Profit Forecast - The company is projected to achieve steady revenue and net profit growth in the first half of 2025, with cashmere business being the main driver of revenue growth [19] - The forecasted net profits for 2025-2027 are 440 million, 490 million, and 560 million yuan, representing year-on-year growth of 3.6%, 11.0%, and 14.3% respectively [19][21]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported its 2025 mid-year results, with revenue and net profit meeting expectations, demonstrating strong operational resilience despite weak domestic demand and U.S. tariff impacts [1] Financial Performance - 2025 H1 revenue was 2.55 billion yuan, a slight decrease of 0.1% year-on-year, while net profit attributable to shareholders was 270 million yuan, an increase of 1.7% year-on-year [1] - In Q2 2025, revenue was 1.45 billion yuan, down 0.4% year-on-year, and net profit was 170 million yuan, also down 0.4% year-on-year [1] - The gross margin for 2025 H1 was 21.6%, an increase of 0.8 percentage points year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 10.6%, up 0.2 percentage points year-on-year [1] Business Segments - **Fine Wool Yarn**: 2025 H1 revenue was 1.43 billion yuan, down 3.1% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 28.8%, up 1.7 percentage points year-on-year [2] - **Cashmere Yarn**: 2025 H1 revenue was 790 million yuan, an increase of 16.0% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 13.5%, down 0.7 percentage points year-on-year [2] - **Wool Tops**: 2025 H1 revenue was 300 million yuan, down 16.0% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 6.2%, up 0.8 percentage points year-on-year [2] Global Production Capacity - The company is expanding its global production capacity to address uncertainties in the global trade environment [3] - The Vietnam base has started production with a capacity of 20,000 spindles, expected to ramp up quickly in 2025, with plans for a total capacity of 50,000 spindles [3] - The Yinchuan base has completed installation and is expected to gradually release capacity in H2 2025 [3] - The company is also enhancing its production capabilities in the UK, particularly in cashmere yarn, to support market expansion [3] Market Outlook - Australian wool prices have begun to rebound, providing additional profit elasticity for the company [3] - The current low inventory levels and a weakening U.S. dollar index may support demand recovery and price increases [3] - Recent data indicates that Australian wool prices have increased by 10% year-to-date [3] Investment Rating - The company maintains a "buy" rating, with slightly adjusted profit forecasts for 2025-2027, expecting net profits of 440 million, 500 million, and 560 million yuan respectively [4]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Xin'ao Co., Ltd. (603889) [2] Core Views - The company reported stable revenue and net profit in the face of weak domestic demand and U.S. tariff impacts, demonstrating strong operational resilience [7] - The gross margin for the main business, fine wool yarn, has increased significantly, contributing to an overall improvement in gross profit margin [7] - The company is expanding its global production capacity to mitigate uncertainties in the global trade environment [7] - The rebound in Australian wool prices is expected to provide additional profit elasticity for the company [7] - The company is positioned as a global professional supplier of wool yarn, with a strategy to replicate its competitive advantages globally [7] Financial Data and Profit Forecast - Total revenue for 2025H1 was 2,554 million yuan, showing a year-on-year decrease of 0.1%, while net profit attributable to the parent company was 271 million yuan, up 1.7% year-on-year [6][11] - The gross margin for 2025H1 was 21.6%, an increase of 0.8 percentage points year-on-year [7][10] - The company forecasts total revenue of 5,046 million yuan for 2025, with a year-on-year growth rate of 4.2% [6] - The projected net profit for 2025 is 442 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.2% [6] - The earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 is estimated at 0.61 yuan [6] Business Performance - The main business segments include: 1. Fine wool yarn: 2025H1 revenue of 1,430 million yuan, down 3.1% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 28.8%, up 1.7 percentage points [7] 2. Cashmere yarn: 2025H1 revenue of 790 million yuan, up 16.0% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 13.5% [7] 3. Wool tops: 2025H1 revenue of 300 million yuan, down 16.0% year-on-year, with a gross margin of 6.2% [7] Global Production Capacity - The company has established production bases in Vietnam and Yinchuan, with plans for further expansion to enhance production capacity [7] - The Vietnam base is expected to ramp up production quickly, with a total capacity of 50,000 spindles planned [7] - The Yinchuan base has completed installation and is expected to gradually release capacity in the second half of 2025 [7] Market Conditions - The Australian wool price has rebounded, which is favorable for the company's profitability [7] - The current price of Australian wool is reported at 804 cents per kilogram, with a year-to-date increase of 10% [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price based on the last closing price of 5.99 [1][6]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 4.84 billion yuan for 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 9.1%, and a net profit of 430 million yuan, up 6% year-on-year [4]. - The fourth quarter of 2024 saw a revenue of 970 million yuan, with a year-on-year increase of 4.5%, and a net profit of 60 million yuan, up 9.5% year-on-year [4]. - The company is expected to benefit from new production capacities in wool and the profitability elasticity of cashmere [1][6]. Financial Performance - The company achieved a gross profit margin of 19.0% in 2024, an increase of 0.4 percentage points year-on-year, attributed to product structure optimization and cost control [5]. - The revenue from fine wool yarn increased by 1.8% to 2.54 billion yuan, while cashmere yarn revenue surged by 26.7% to 1.55 billion yuan, despite a slight decline in gross margin [4][5]. - The company plans to enhance its production capacity with new projects in both domestic and overseas markets, which are expected to contribute to future profitability [5][6]. Earnings Forecast - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 444 million yuan, 505 million yuan, and 565 million yuan for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with corresponding price-to-earnings ratios of 9.4, 8.3, and 7.4 [6]. - Revenue growth rates are expected to be 4.2% in 2025, 11.0% in 2026, and 9.4% in 2027 [6]. Market Position - The company is recognized as a leader in the global wool spinning industry, leveraging innovative processes and a quality supply chain to maintain steady growth [6]. - The expansion of production capacity and diversification of wool products are anticipated to enhance the company's market share and industry position in the long term [6].