Company Overview - Nobon Co., Ltd. is located in Yuhang Economic and Technological Development Zone, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, and was established on November 27, 2002. The company was listed on February 22, 2017. Its main business involves the research, production, and sales of differentiated and personalized water-jet non-woven materials and their products, as well as the development, production, and sales of disposable hygiene products such as wet wipes [1]. Financial Performance - As of June 30, 2025, Nobon Co., Ltd. achieved an operating income of 1.34 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 33.35%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was 65.33 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 48.33% [2]. - The company has distributed a total of 263 million yuan in dividends since its A-share listing, with 124 million yuan distributed in the last three years [3]. Stock Performance - On September 18, Nobon Co., Ltd. experienced a decline of 2.07%, with a stock price of 19.91 yuan per share, a trading volume of 26.43 million yuan, and a turnover rate of 0.74%. The total market capitalization is 3.534 billion yuan [1]. - Year-to-date, the stock price has increased by 57.27%, while it has decreased by 3.72% over the last five trading days and by 3.58% over the last 20 days. In contrast, the stock has risen by 16.16% over the last 60 days [1]. Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2025, the number of shareholders of Nobon Co., Ltd. was 11,200, a decrease of 33.28% from the previous period. The average number of circulating shares per person increased by 49.88% to 15,866 shares [2]. - Among the top ten circulating shareholders, Southern Growth Mixed A (202003) is the fourth largest with 6.1966 million shares, and Huazheng Anxin Consumer Mixed A (519002) is the seventh largest with 2.0018 million shares, both being new shareholders [3]. Industry Classification - Nobon Co., Ltd. is classified under the Shenwan industry category of textile and apparel - textile manufacturing - other textiles. The company is associated with various concept sectors, including cosmetics, multiple births, small-cap stocks, Xiaohongshu concept, and pet economy [1].

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for Nobon Co., Ltd. (603238) with a target price of 27.00 CNY over the next six months, compared to the current price of 19.86 CNY [1]. Core Views - Nobon Co., Ltd. is expected to benefit from continuous optimization of customer and product structure, with promising growth for its proprietary brands [1]. - The company has shown strong revenue growth, with a 33.3% year-on-year increase in revenue for the first half of 2025, driven by increased orders from downstream customers [7][32]. - The report highlights the company's robust performance in both domestic and international markets, despite facing temporary challenges due to tariffs [53][44]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Nobon achieved revenue of 1.34 billion CNY, a 33.3% increase year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to the parent company of 65.3 million CNY, up 48.3% year-on-year [7][32]. - The company's gross margin for the first half of 2025 was 15.7%, an increase of 0.9 percentage points year-on-year, with net profit margin at 4.9%, up 0.5 percentage points [35][32]. Business Segments - The product segments include non-woven materials (rolls) and non-woven products, with the product segment showing a revenue increase of 39.4% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [42][32]. - The company has established stable partnerships with well-known domestic supermarkets and is expanding its overseas market presence, particularly in countries along the Belt and Road Initiative [44][53]. Market Outlook - The report anticipates that Nobon will continue to grow its proprietary brand, "Xiaozhijia," which has seen a revenue increase of 70.0% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [54][32]. - The global market for wet wipes is projected to grow, with a compound annual growth rate of 4.6% from 2025 to 2029, benefiting companies like Nobon that are positioned in this sector [27][32]. Valuation and Forecast - The earnings per share (EPS) for Nobon is projected to be 0.74 CNY in 2025, 0.90 CNY in 2026, and 1.08 CNY in 2027, with corresponding price-to-earnings (PE) ratios of 27, 22, and 18 respectively [2][62]. - The report assigns a 30x valuation for 2026, leading to a target price of 27.0 CNY, reflecting the company's strong growth potential in the non-woven materials sector [62][64].

Core Viewpoint - The report highlights the financial performance and operational strategies of Hangzhou Nobon Nonwoven Co., Ltd. for the first half of 2025, showcasing significant revenue growth and strategic adjustments in response to market challenges. Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2025 reached CNY 1,340,167,520.27, a year-on-year increase of 33.35% compared to CNY 1,005,003,585.48 in the same period last year [2][3] - The total profit amounted to CNY 90,154,046.95, reflecting a 54.04% increase from CNY 58,527,817.12 in the previous year [2][3] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 65,327,963.61, up 48.33% from CNY 44,042,566.96 [2][3] - The net cash flow from operating activities was CNY 260,427,759.32, a substantial increase of 125.80% compared to CNY 115,335,741.88 [2][3] Industry Overview - The industrial textile industry in China showed resilience, with a prosperity index of 54.6 in the first half of 2025, indicating a stable growth environment [3] - The production of non-woven fabrics reached 3.31 million tons in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 4.5%, with exports growing by 12% [3] - The overall revenue growth rate for the industrial textile sector was 2.4% in the first half of 2025, with a total profit decline of 4.7% [3] Operational Strategies - The company has focused on expanding its market presence in non-U.S. regions, particularly Europe and Australia, to mitigate the impact of U.S. trade tensions [5][6] - The company has enhanced its production capabilities by upgrading to a smart factory model, which has improved efficiency and reduced costs [5][6] - The company has increased its R&D investment by 41.42% to CNY 48,707,249.92, aiming to innovate and adapt to market demands [2][3] Product Development - The company specializes in differentiated, personalized water-jet nonwoven materials, with applications in beauty care, industrial materials, and medical supplies [3][4] - The self-owned brand "Xiao Zhi Jia" achieved a revenue of CNY 2,094.37 million, marking a 69.97% increase, driven by social e-commerce and live streaming strategies [7][8] Market Challenges - The company faced significant challenges due to the U.S. trade war, which led to reduced orders from major clients in the second quarter of 2025 [5][6] - The overall industry is experiencing price competition and a decline in profit margins due to overcapacity and changing trade dynamics [3][18]

Company Overview - Nobon Co., Ltd. was established in 2002, specializing in the R&D, production, and sales of differentiated and personalized water-jet non-woven materials and products [2] - The company's revenue and net profit attributable to shareholders are projected to have a CAGR of 17.7% and 2.8% respectively from 2015 to 2024 [2] - In 2024, the company is expected to achieve revenue of 2.24 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.8%, and a net profit of 95.23 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.2% [2] - In Q1 2025, revenue and net profit are expected to grow by 39.1% and 48.6% year-on-year respectively [2] - The revenue share of water-jet non-woven materials and products in 2024 is projected to be 31.7% and 67.5% respectively, with year-on-year changes of -1.2% and +27.8% [2] Industry Situation - Water-jet non-woven products are widely used in high-demand disposable consumer goods markets such as wet wipes and beauty care products due to their breathable, soft, lightweight, and antibacterial properties [3] - The production of water-jet non-woven fabric reached 1.51 million tons in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% from 2018 to 2023 [3] - The penetration rate of non-woven fabric in the market has been gradually increasing, reaching 18.6% in 2023, an increase of 7.7 percentage points compared to 2018 [3] - The market size for wet wipes in China is projected to be 12.92 billion yuan in 2024, with a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2029, particularly for makeup wipes and wet toilet paper [3] Competitive Advantages - The company has a complete and advanced production line for roll materials, with outstanding technological innovation capabilities, being the only company in China capable of mass-producing dispersible materials for supply to the U.S. [4] - The company is steadily increasing the proportion of differentiated and dispersible material production, completing a technical transformation project for differentiated production lines in 2024 [4] - The subsidiary Guoguang is one of the most comprehensive manufacturers of wet wipe products in China, with a revenue growth of 26.6% in 2024 and over 40% in Q1 2025 [4] - Guoguang is deepening cooperation with major clients such as Walmart and actively exploring new customers, leading to steady growth in orders [4] - The self-owned brand "Xiaozhijia" is rapidly expanding, with a revenue increase of 80.6% year-on-year in 2024 [4]

Investment Rating - The report gives a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of 20.90 CNY, corresponding to a PE ratio of approximately 33 times for 2025 [4][14][6]. Core Viewpoints - The company is a leading player in the domestic water-jet non-woven fabric industry, demonstrating a long-term commitment to craftsmanship. The penetration rate of water-jet non-woven fabrics is on the rise, with diverse downstream applications such as wet wipes and oral nicotine pouches showing rapid growth [12][51][67]. - The company's three main business segments—roll materials, products, and proprietary brands—are developing synergistically, with strong performance in 2024 and Q1 2025. The roll material segment is expanding its capacity for differentiated and flushable materials, while the product segment, led by Guoguang, is gradually entering high-margin clients [4][12][33]. Company Overview - Founded in 2002, the company specializes in the R&D, production, and sales of differentiated and personalized water-jet non-woven materials and products. Its products are primarily used in beauty care, industrial materials, household cleaning, and medical materials [22][23]. - The company achieved a revenue of 2.24 billion CNY in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.8%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 95.23 million CNY, up 15.2% year-on-year. In Q1 2025, revenue and net profit grew by 39.1% and 48.6% respectively [1][4][23]. Industry Situation - The water-jet non-woven fabric market is characterized by high demand due to its breathable, soft, lightweight, and antibacterial properties, making it suitable for disposable consumer products and beauty care markets. The production of water-jet non-woven fabrics reached 151,000 tons in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% from 2018 to 2023 [2][55]. - The Chinese wet wipes market is projected to reach 12.92 billion CNY in 2024, with a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2029, indicating significant growth potential in this segment [2][68]. Business Highlights - The roll material segment has advanced production lines and strong technical innovation capabilities, with the company being the only one in China capable of mass-producing flushable materials for the U.S. market. The company is increasing the proportion of differentiated and flushable materials in its production [3][12]. - The product segment, primarily through its subsidiary Guoguang, has a comprehensive product line for wet wipes, achieving a revenue growth of 26.6% in 2024 and over 40% in Q1 2025. Guoguang is expanding its partnerships with major retailers and acquiring new clients [3][12]. - The proprietary brand "Xiaozhijia" is rapidly growing, with a revenue increase of 80.6% year-on-year in 2024, supported by the company's technical strength [3][12]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve revenues of 2.62 billion CNY, 3.10 billion CNY, and 3.60 billion CNY in 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 17.31%, 18.09%, and 16.25%. Net profits are projected to be 112 million CNY, 136 million CNY, and 163 million CNY for the same years, with growth rates of 17.61%, 21.35%, and 19.80% respectively [4][14][5].