Investment Rating - The investment rating for the industry is "Positive" and maintained [11] Core Insights - The report highlights that Sanrio's performance fluctuations were primarily due to reliance on short-term external factors for IP explosions and a lack of long-term mechanisms to sustain IP popularity, particularly the dependence on a few IPs like Hello Kitty. The management reform, diversification of the IP matrix, and deepening operations at various IP levels are the core drivers of the company's sustained growth post-2021. The global licensing business and local operations have also played a crucial role, with Sanrio strengthening social media operations in North America and deepening cooperation with Alibaba in China to capture explosive industry potential [2][10][54]. Summary by Sections Company Overview - Sanrio focuses on designing and operating cartoon character IPs, owning numerous original characters like Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, and Kuromi. For FY 3/2025, the revenue breakdown is 34% from merchandise retail, 55% from licensing, 9% from theme parks, and 2% from other businesses. Revenue contributions from Japan, Europe, North America, and Asia are 78%, 4%, 20%, and 19%, respectively [6][18]. Historical Performance Review - Sanrio's performance can be divided into three phases: 1. FY 3/2009-FY 3/2014 was a high-growth period, with revenue peaking at 770 billion yen and a 27% operating profit margin, heavily reliant on Hello Kitty, which accounted for 76% of revenue. 2. FY 3/2015-FY 3/2021 saw a long adjustment period due to declining popularity of Kitty and failure to successfully incubate new IPs, leading to a drop in revenue and profit. 3. From FY 3/2022 to FY 3/2025, under new leadership, Sanrio initiated a "second entrepreneurship," implementing structural reforms and achieving a CAGR of 40% in total revenue and 173% in operating profit [7][29]. Future Outlook - For FY 3/2026, Sanrio expects double-digit revenue growth, with projections of total revenue, operating profit, and net profit at 162.2 billion yen, 60 billion yen, and 42 billion yen, respectively, representing increases of 12%, 16%, and 1%. The company anticipates growth in all regions, particularly in Asia, with a focus on expanding licensing and local operations [9][54][55]. Strategic Initiatives - Sanrio plans to build a "long-lasting" IP strategy, expand its IP matrix, and pursue global development to mitigate cyclical risks and ensure stable growth. The company aims to reduce reliance on Hello Kitty by diversifying its IP portfolio and enhancing profitability through global licensing expansion and data-driven product selection [10][54][58].

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Core Insights - Alibaba's IP management platform, Aliyu, has launched a dual IP crossover pop-up event in Shanghai, featuring popular characters from Mofusand and Sanrio, marking their first offline activity in mainland China [1][3] - The event will run for 26 days, from April 30 to May 25, and includes immersive themed setups, limited edition merchandise, and interactive installations [1][3] Group 1 - The pop-up features over 20 exclusive products, including plush keychains, blind box figurines, acrylic stands, and tote bags, with a dedicated sales area for Mofusand's licensed products [3][9] - Two interactive installations are available for visitors, including a DIY commemorative coin area and a photo booth with exclusive themed filters [5] - The event has successfully attracted both loyal fans and new consumers, enhancing engagement across different IP demographics [7] Group 2 - Sanrio is known for creating popular characters such as Hello Kitty and My Melody, while Mofusand is a cat-themed series by Japanese illustrator Juno, known for its cute and varied designs [9] - In October 2024, Aliyu announced a strategic partnership with Spiralcute to focus on product licensing and IP operations for Mofusand in mainland China [9]