Summary of Yi Yi Co. Conference Call Company Overview - Yi Yi Co. has focused on pet care products since the early 2000s, becoming a leading exporter in the industry with a stable export share of 30% to 40% [3][4] - The company acquired Gao Yijia to enhance its C-end operational experience and expand its product range, aiming for better synergy [2][3] Financial Performance - From 2017 to 2024, Yi Yi Co. is expected to achieve a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 13% in revenue [2][5] - Despite external pressures in the first three quarters of 2025, revenue growth is anticipated to recover due to order restoration and overseas capacity release [2][5][6] - The company maintains a strong financial position with ample cash reserves, low debt-to-asset ratio, and high dividend payout ratio, projected at nearly 80% in 2024, with a dividend yield of 5.26% [2][5][6] Future Growth Expectations - By 2026, without considering acquisition synergies, revenue and profit are expected to grow by nearly 20%, driven by the expansion of overseas clients and improvement in orders from existing major clients [2][7] - The company is also seeing an increase in order share from Costco [7] Industry Insights - The pet supplies industry is projected to maintain a high single-digit to low double-digit CAGR in the coming years [2][9] - The U.S. remains the largest market, with China holding a leading share in U.S. imports at 70% to 80% [9] - The domestic market is rapidly developing, with a historical CAGR of mid-double digits to mid-high single digits [9] Consumer Trends - The domestic pet economy is driven by emotional value consumption, with a younger consumer demographic increasingly participating [10] - Over 60% of consumers are willing to pay for emotional value, with cat ownership becoming more popular due to lower companionship needs [10] Competitive Landscape - The pet consumer goods market is experiencing rapid growth, attracting various brands to diversify into pet products [11] - Major trends include the rise of cross-category brands in cleaning products, apparel, and smart products [11] Product Category Developments - Cat food is becoming more premium and segmented, with both domestic and foreign brands competing [12] - The sales growth of cat litter products has slowed, while smart products like automatic litter boxes are seeing significant growth [12] Company’s R&D and Production Capabilities - Yi Yi Co. has a strong focus on R&D, leading to continuous improvement in unit gross profit [13] - The company is expanding its overseas manufacturing capabilities, including a factory in Cambodia, to enhance its competitive edge [13] - The integration of the supply chain is aimed at stabilizing cost fluctuations, with recent acquisitions supporting brand expansion and operational experience [13]

Core Viewpoint - Yiyi Co., Ltd. is planning to acquire Gao Ye Jia, a pet food company, indicating a strategic move into the pet food sector from its core business of pet hygiene products [1][3]. Group 1: Company Overview - Yiyi Co., Ltd. is a leading player in the disposable pet hygiene products market, with 93.91% of its revenue coming from pet hygiene items in the first half of 2025, and 93.47% of its revenue generated from overseas markets [3]. - Gao Ye Jia specializes in mid-to-high-end cat food and has established a strong presence in the e-commerce sector, with a reported revenue of 600 million yuan last year [4]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - The acquisition represents a bold cross-industry move for Yiyi Co., Ltd., aiming to leverage Gao Ye Jia's strengths in the rapidly growing pet food market, particularly in staple food, which accounts for 35.7% of pet spending [4]. - Yiyi Co., Ltd. has previously invested in various pet-related sectors, indicating a strategic shift towards a dual revenue model combining hygiene products and pet food [5]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Yiyi Co., Ltd. reported a net profit growth of 108.34% and a revenue growth of 34.41% in 2024, but the growth rate slowed to 9.34% in the first half of 2025, with a profit increase of only 7.37% [5]. - The company's gross profit margin is relatively low at 18.97%, primarily due to a high proportion of OEM products, highlighting the need for brand development through the acquisition [5]. Group 4: Market Trends - The pet industry is experiencing accelerated consolidation, with major players increasingly focusing on brand development and capital investment [6]. - Recent acquisitions in the sector, such as Tianyuan Pet's acquisition of Taotong Technology for 688 million yuan, reflect a broader trend of strategic mergers and acquisitions within the pet industry [6].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights that the pig price is expected to maintain fluctuations in the short term, with a slight increase in production capacity observed in April. The current pig price is 14.79 CNY/kg, with an average weight of 129.71 kg for market pigs [6][20] - The report suggests a shift from "cyclical thinking" to focusing on financial performance, emphasizing that the efficiency differences among companies are significant. It recommends focusing on leading companies in the pig farming sector, such as Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuff Group, due to their strong profit certainty in 2025 [7][21] - The poultry sector is experiencing a rebound in chicken prices, with the latest prices for broiler chickens at 7.46 CNY/kg and chick prices at 3.1 CNY each. The report indicates that the industry is facing quality issues with breeding stock, leading to a concentration of profits towards upstream sources [8][22] - In the feed sector, the report recommends Haida Group due to its cash flow turning point and overseas growth potential. The fish prices have shown positive trends, with various species experiencing year-on-year increases [9][23][24] - The pet industry is noted for its continuous growth, with sales data indicating a decline in some segments but strong performance from certain brands like MaiFudi and Fuleijiate. The report emphasizes the importance of domestic brands and their market performance [13][25][29] - The agricultural products sector is expected to see price increases due to reduced imports and a focus on domestic supply, with the report highlighting the importance of improving farmers' income through price adjustments [16][31] Summary by Sections 1. Pig Industry - Short-term pig prices are expected to fluctuate, with a current price of 14.79 CNY/kg and an average weight of 129.71 kg for market pigs. The production capacity is slightly increasing, with a total of 40.39 million breeding sows reported [6][20] - The report suggests that the overall supply of pigs is expected to be high, leading to a weak price outlook in the medium to long term [20][21] 2. Poultry Industry - Chicken prices are rebounding, with broiler prices at 7.46 CNY/kg and chick prices at 3.1 CNY each. The report indicates that the industry is facing quality issues with breeding stock, leading to a concentration of profits towards upstream sources [8][22] 3. Feed Industry - The report recommends Haida Group due to its cash flow turning point and overseas growth potential. Fish prices have shown positive trends, with various species experiencing year-on-year increases [9][23][24] 4. Pet Industry - The pet industry is noted for its continuous growth, with sales data indicating a decline in some segments but strong performance from certain brands like MaiFudi and Fuleijiate. The report emphasizes the importance of domestic brands and their market performance [13][25][29] 5. Agricultural Products - The agricultural products sector is expected to see price increases due to reduced imports and a focus on domestic supply, with the report highlighting the importance of improving farmers' income through price adjustments [16][31]