Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report indicates that 361 Degrees (01361) has shown steady revenue growth in Q4 2025, with offline and online main brand revenues increasing by 10% and high double digits respectively, while children's clothing revenue also grew by 10% compared to Q3 2025 [1][2][3] - The company has exceeded its annual store opening target with 126 super stores established by the end of December 2025, surpassing the initial goal of 100 stores. The super stores opened 39, 44, and 33 locations in Q2, Q3, and Q4 respectively, and plans for net openings in 2026 are expected [1][3] - The outdoor brand ONEWAY is performing as expected, with 6 stores currently open and plans for further expansion in 2026 [1][3] Group 2 - The company focuses on the mass professional sports sector, leading the industry in revenue growth this year, while continuously innovating its products and optimizing its channel structure. The rapid expansion of the new super store format is also noted [2][4] - The forecast for net profit attributable to the parent company for 2025-2027 is adjusted to 1.27 billion, 1.4 billion, and 1.56 billion yuan respectively, with corresponding PE ratios of 8.5X, 7.7X, and 6.9X. The target price for 2025 is set at 6.83 HKD, reflecting a 9% decrease [2][4] - The company is expected to launch new products, including the top carbon running shoes and basketball shoes, and has successfully hosted various sporting events, enhancing its brand presence [1][3]

Group 1 - The company has achieved steady revenue growth in Q4 2025, with offline and online sales increasing by 10% and high double digits respectively, while children's clothing sales also grew by 10% compared to Q3 2025 [1][2] - The company has exceeded its store opening target for the year, with 126 super stores opened by the end of 2025, surpassing the initial goal of 100 stores [2] - The company plans to continue expanding its ONEWAY brand, with expectations for new store openings in 2026 [2] Group 2 - The company is focusing on professional sports and has launched new products, including the top carbon running shoes and basketball shoes, which have received positive responses [2] - The company has successfully hosted various sporting events and has become the official supplier for the WTCC intercontinental tennis event, with plans for new tennis shoes to be launched in Q3 2026 [2] - The company has revised its net profit forecasts for 2025-2027, with expected profits of 1.27 billion, 1.4 billion, and 1.56 billion RMB respectively, and a target price of 6.83 HKD [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the company, with a target price of 6.83 HKD, reflecting a 9% downside based on a 2025 PE of 10X [8][11]. Core Insights - The company focuses on mass professional sports, leading industry turnover growth, and is committed to technological innovation and product upgrades, with rapid expansion of super stores [8][10]. - The company achieved steady turnover growth in Q4 2025, with main brand offline, online, and children's turnover growing by 10%, high double digits, and 10% year-on-year respectively [9][10]. - The company exceeded its annual opening target for super stores, with 126 stores opened by the end of 2025, surpassing the initial target of 100 stores [10][11]. - The company is increasing its focus on mental products and professional events, with successful product launches and event sponsorships planned for 2026 [11]. Financial Summary - Projected total revenue for 2024A, 2025E, 2026E, and 2027E is 10,074 million, 11,147 million, 12,355 million, and 13,732 million RMB respectively, reflecting growth rates of 19.6%, 10.7%, 10.8%, and 11.1% [3]. - Projected net profit attributable to shareholders for 2025-2027 is 1,271 million, 1,403 million, and 1,560 million RMB, with corresponding PE ratios of 8.5X, 7.7X, and 6.9X [3][8]. - The company’s gross profit is expected to increase from 4,183 million RMB in 2024A to 5,633 million RMB in 2027E, maintaining a gross margin around 40% [3].

Core Viewpoint - Cathay Securities maintains a "Buy" rating for 361 Degrees (01361) with a target price of HKD 6.83, highlighting the company's focus on the mass professional sports sector and its leading revenue growth in the industry year-to-date [1] Group 1: Revenue Growth - In Q4 2025, the revenue growth for the main brand's offline, online, and children's clothing segments increased by 10%, high double digits, and 10% year-on-year respectively, showing a stable and impressive overall revenue growth despite a slight slowdown in online sales compared to Q3 2025 [1] Group 2: Store Expansion - As of December 2025, 361 Degrees has opened 126 super stores, exceeding the initial target of 100 for the year, with 21 of these being children's clothing stores. The company opened 39, 44, and 33 super stores in Q2, Q3, and Q4 respectively, and plans for further net openings in 2026 [2] - The outdoor brand ONEWAY is performing as expected, with 6 stores currently open and plans for further expansion in 2026 [2] Group 3: Product and Event Development - The company has launched new products including the top carbon running shoes Flyburn 5 and 5Future, as well as basketball shoes like Jokic Joker 2 and Aaron Gordon AG6, which have received positive responses from global releases [3] - The company successfully hosted the 10KM racing finals and sponsored marathons in Tangshan and Fuzhou, becoming the official supplier for the WTCC Intercontinental Tennis event, with expectations for a tennis shoe launch in Q3 2026 [3]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the report is that 361 Degrees (01361) maintains a "Buy" rating with a target price of HKD 6.83, focusing on the mass professional sports sector and leading the industry in revenue growth year-to-date [1] - The company is expected to achieve net profit forecasts of RMB 1.27 billion, RMB 1.4 billion, and RMB 1.56 billion for 2025-2027, with corresponding P/E ratios of 8.5X, 7.7X, and 6.9X, and a 10X P/E for 2025 [1] - In Q4 2025, the main brand's offline, online, and children's clothing revenue grew by 10%, high double digits, and 10% year-on-year respectively, indicating stable overall revenue growth despite a slight slowdown in online sales compared to Q3 [1] Group 2 - The company exceeded its annual store opening target by establishing 126 super stores by the end of December 2025, including 21 children's clothing stores, surpassing the initial goal of 100 stores [2] - The company opened 39, 44, and 33 super stores in Q2, Q3, and Q4 of 2025 respectively, with plans for continued net openings in 2026 [2] - The outdoor brand ONEWAY is operating as expected, with 6 stores currently open and plans for expansion in 2026 [2] Group 3 - The company is intensifying its focus on innovative products and professional events, with the launch of the top carbon running shoes Flyburn 5 and 5Future, and basketball shoes like Jokic Joker 2 and Aaron Gordon AG6, which have received positive responses [3] - The company successfully hosted the 10KM racing finals and sponsored the Tangshan Marathon and Fuzhou Marathon, becoming the official supplier for the WTCC Intercontinental Tennis event, with expectations for a tennis shoe launch in Q3 2026 [3]