福建生鲜电商之王，筹谋进入资本市场。 5月中，有消息称，朴朴超市正接触投行，或考虑赴港上市。这家由闽商陈兴文统领的生鲜电商，是匹区域性零 售黑马。 从福建福州起步，朴朴迄今只在9个城市运营，一年进账高达300亿元，胜过上市的叮咚买菜，直逼美团旗下的 小象超市。 陈在2016年创立朴朴超市，他以区域深耕的策略，成为生鲜电商大战中的幸存者，迄今，拥有员工6万多人。 尤其难得的是，他已领导朴朴实现年度盈利，结束8年的亏损。 当下，生鲜电商逐步向头部集中，小象超市、朴朴超市、叮咚买菜，形成前置仓"三强"。 储备粮草，陈兴文准备应对更残酷的竞争。 打透九城 迄今在全国，陈兴文已布置400多个前置仓，分布在福州、厦门、广州、深圳等9个城市。 一个周末的中午12点左右，在广州老城区一处园区中，朴朴超市的前置仓，正应对订单高峰期，提货区已有三 四个配送员在等单。 仓库内，数名拣货员步履匆匆地穿梭在货架间，对着订单拣货。 这个前置仓，面积达800平方米。《21CBR》记者从内部人士了解到，其日均单量有4000多单。 在全国，陈兴文把单仓日均出货量，做到3000单以上。 生鲜电商号称是"最难啃的骨头"，尤其主打的前置仓模式，建设 ...

Core Insights - Pupu Supermarket, a fresh retail brand, is reportedly in talks with top investment banks for a potential IPO in Hong Kong, following its establishment in 2016 and its focus on high-frequency fresh delivery [1][2] - The fresh e-commerce sector, particularly the front warehouse model, has faced significant challenges in profitability, with notable companies like Missfresh and Dingdong Maicai experiencing severe operational difficulties [1][3] - Despite the challenges, Pupu Supermarket has reportedly achieved revenue balance in 2023 and is preparing for an IPO, indicating a potential recovery and sustainable business model [1][2] Company Overview - Founded in June 2016 in Fuzhou, Pupu Supermarket operates as a mobile internet shopping platform offering a wide range of products, including fresh produce, personal care items, and daily necessities [1] - The company initially gained a strong reputation by targeting second-tier cities and emphasizing cost-effectiveness and service experience [1] Market Context - The fresh e-commerce sector has seen over 46.3 billion yuan in total financing from 2010 to 2020, with significant investments in leading companies like Missfresh and Dingdong Maicai [3][4] - The front warehouse model is known for its high operational costs, with fulfillment expenses being three times that of traditional warehouse e-commerce [4] Financial Performance - Pupu Supermarket has undergone multiple financing rounds, with the latest being a strategic investment from IDG Capital in November 2021 [4][6] - As of 2022, approximately 70% of Pupu's front warehouses were reportedly profitable, with the company achieving a sales volume of over 30 billion yuan in 2024 [8][9] Supply Chain Efficiency - Pupu Supermarket has implemented a two-tier supply chain system, reducing the number of distribution stages and improving delivery times, resulting in lower product loss rates [9] - The company has also focused on local sourcing, with 45% of its products coming from local agricultural markets, enhancing its competitive pricing [9] Product Strategy - Pupu Supermarket has begun launching its own brands to differentiate itself in the market, with over 750 SKUs introduced by 2024, achieving significant sales growth [10] - The competitive landscape for private labels is intensifying, with traditional supermarkets and e-commerce platforms also entering the market [10] Future Outlook - If successful in its IPO, Pupu Supermarket could gain significant capital and brand strength, although the challenges faced by other fresh e-commerce companies highlight the risks involved [11]