Core Viewpoint - Vitasoy International Holdings Limited reported a 6% decrease in revenue for the interim period ending September 30, 2025, primarily due to challenges in the mainland China market, while maintaining a gross margin of 51.1% and an operating profit margin of 7.6% [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - The company recorded a profit attributable to equity holders of HKD 172 million [1] - The board declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.04 per ordinary share, unchanged from the previous interim period [1] - The operating profit margin for the mainland China business was maintained at 11% due to cost optimization measures [2] Group 2: Market Performance - The mainland China business faced revenue decline due to shrinking traditional retail channel sales, although this was partially offset by robust growth in the omnichannel approach [1][2] - In Hong Kong, the beverage business continued to strengthen its leadership position in the non-alcoholic beverage market, despite challenges in the Vitasoy Tian Di business and export to the U.S. [2] - The Australian and New Zealand markets saw a 5% sales growth in local currency, with improved profitability and a significant reduction in operating losses to HKD 22 million [3] Group 3: Product Innovation and Strategy - The company focused on enhancing commercial execution and product innovation, leading to increased market share for Vitasoy's soy and plant-based milk products [1] - New product launches, such as Vitasoy's low-sugar white peach soy milk and lemon tea, contributed to market share growth in the ready-to-drink tea category [1][2] - In the Philippines, the plant-based category has been growing steadily at a double-digit rate, driven by oat and almond products [3]

Core Viewpoint - Vitasoy International Holdings Limited reported a 6% year-on-year decline in revenue for the first half of the 2025/2026 fiscal year, primarily due to a weak market in mainland China [1] Group 1: Financial Performance - Revenue for the first half of the fiscal year reached HKD 3.227 billion [1] - Gross margin and operating profit margin were 51.1% and 7.6%, respectively [1] - Profit attributable to equity holders was HKD 172 million [1] Group 2: Market Dynamics - The decline in revenue in mainland China was attributed to a contraction in traditional retail channels, partially offset by robust growth in omnichannel sales [1] - Vitasoy's market share for soy and plant-based milk products increased, while its ready-to-drink tea segment saw growth due to competitive pricing strategies and the launch of new products [1] Group 3: Regional Performance - In Australia and New Zealand, sales grew by 5% in local currency, with improved market share due to resolved production issues and reduced production costs [2] - The operating loss in Australia and New Zealand decreased significantly to HKD 22 million [2] - Singapore's local and export tofu business continued to grow, although beverage sales faced challenges from intense competition and a high base from the previous year [2] Group 4: Management Outlook - The Executive Chairman expressed confidence in the long-term growth potential despite short-term challenges, with plans to accelerate growth in Hong Kong and further reduce operating losses in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore [2]

Financial Performance - Vitasoy's revenue decreased by 6% from HKD 3,443 million to HKD 3,227 million [7] - Gross profit decreased by 7% from HKD 1,777 million to HKD 1,648 million [7] - Profit from operations decreased by 4% from HKD 257 million to HKD 247 million [7] - EBITDA decreased by 4% from HKD 496 million to HKD 479 million [7] - Profit to shareholders increased by 1% from HKD 171 million to HKD 172 million [7] - Basic earnings per share increased by 2% from HKD 15.9 cents to HKD 16.2 cents [9] Capital Expenditure and Cash Position - Capital expenditure increased from HKD 45 million to HKD 57 million [11] - The company's net cash position slightly increased from HKD 1,268 million to HKD 1,274 million [13] Key Ratios - Gearing remained stable at 20% [15] - ROCE remained stable at 14% [15] - Dividend per share remained at HK4.0 cents [15] Business Performance by Geography - China's total revenue decreased by 7% to HKD 2,890 million [24, 28] and operating profit decreased by 14% to HKD 326 million [26, 28] - Chinese Mainland revenue decreased by 9% to HKD 1,778 million [24, 30, 32] and operating profit decreased by 12% to HKD 191 million [26, 30, 32] - Hong Kong Operation revenue decreased by 4% to HKD 1,112 million [24, 31, 38] and operating profit decreased by 15% to HKD 135 million [26, 31, 38] - Australia & NZ revenue increased by 2% to HKD 279 million [24, 43], but experienced an operating loss of HKD 22 million [26, 43] - Singapore revenue increased by 2% to HKD 57 million [24, 48], but experienced an operating loss of HKD 1 million [26, 48]