Group 1: Industry Trends - This year is expected to see the highest number of new liquor products launched in recent years, with companies intensively releasing new products ahead of the peak season in September [1] - The 14th China (Guizhou) International Wine Expo concluded with a total trade volume of 18.639 billion yuan, a 72.29% increase from the previous year, and attendance reaching 279,800, doubling from last year [2] Group 2: Company Developments - Chongqing Beer has become the official strategic partner of the 2025 Chongqing Super League, marking a significant sponsorship move as the league expands to include 38 districts and counties [3] - The company Zhenjiu Liudu announced a stock incentive plan for its alliance merchants, offering long-term benefits including stock rewards based on purchase volumes, with the first batch of merchants receiving approximately 150,000 yuan in stock rewards [5] - Luzhou Laojiao's major shareholder completed a share buyback of 234,500 shares for approximately 299.99 million yuan, increasing their stake to 26.13% [6] - Chuanjiu Group announced a 3 billion yuan investment in a standardized raw liquor project, aiming to unify quality control and production processes [7] - Luzhou Laojiao launched a new version of its Erqu liquor, targeting mass consumers with a focus on pure grain fermentation and a new 42-degree product [9] - The upgraded Guizhou Moutai (premium) was officially launched at the wine expo, featuring enhanced packaging and a selling price of 3,299 yuan [11] - Langjiu and Penfolds collaborated to release a limited edition gift box, priced at 8,899 yuan, exclusively available at Langjiu's estate [12] - The new "Taiyuan Light Bottle Wine" was introduced, adhering to Moutai's production standards and focusing on a selective distribution strategy [13] - The company Jinzongzi announced the appointment of Guo Jibao as the new financial director following the resignation of the previous director [19]