Core Insights - This year's "Double 11" has shifted from traditional e-commerce competition to a focus on instant retail, with players like Taobao, Meituan, and JD engaging in rapid delivery battles [1][12] - The participation of food delivery services in "Double 11" marks a significant change, transforming the event into a "life festival" rather than just a shopping spree [1][5] Group 1: Participation of Food Delivery Services - Food delivery brands, previously sidelined, have now taken center stage in "Double 11," with Taobao Flash Sale launching a "hot stores" channel and offering significant discounts [5] - As of November 5, Taobao Flash Sale reported over 1 billion orders during "Double 11," with 19,958 restaurant brands seeing sales growth exceeding 100% compared to pre-event levels [5] - JD's food delivery service also joined the "Double 11" festivities, with a reported 13-fold increase in daily orders for its top 300 restaurant brands since the launch of the service [7] Group 2: Instant Retail Competition - The competition has evolved to focus on "minute-level" delivery, with brands like Meituan reporting over 100% sales growth for nearly 800 brands during the first day of the event [11] - Meituan has integrated nearly one million offline stores into its instant delivery network, significantly boosting sales for various product categories, including electronics and beverages [11] - Taobao Flash Sale's entry into "Double 11" represents a strategic move to enhance its presence in instant retail, with 37,000 brands and 400,000 stores participating [12] Group 3: Market Strategy and Adaptation - The shift towards instant retail indicates a need for platforms to adapt their strategies, focusing on increasing customer spending domestically and expanding user bases internationally [13] - Companies are leveraging offline resources and partnerships to enhance their service offerings, with Meituan and JD employing strategies like exclusive product deals and inventory management [13] - The reconfiguration of the instant retail market necessitates upgrades in supply chain, warehousing, and delivery systems to meet the demand for rapid delivery [13]

Group 1 - Meituan plans to launch its largest-ever regular bond issuance, seeking to raise approximately $3 billion to bolster its financial position amid intense price competition in China's food delivery and local retail markets [1][5] - The company aims to issue $2 billion in US dollar-denominated notes and an equivalent of $1 billion in offshore renminbi notes, with the issuance potentially hitting the market as early as this week [1][5] - The funds raised will primarily be used for refinancing existing offshore debt and meeting general corporate needs, with a $750 million bond maturing this week [1][5] Group 2 - Major industry players, including Alibaba and JD.com, have introduced significant discounts and incentives this year, intensifying market competition and putting pressure on Meituan's stock performance [4] - Fitch Ratings has assigned a "BBB+" rating to Meituan's proposed US dollar bonds, consistent with its existing senior unsecured bond rating, but has revised the outlook from "positive" to "stable" due to expected revenue growth slowdown [6] - Despite short-term pressures, Fitch remains optimistic about Meituan's long-term prospects, anticipating a moderation in the intensity of the price war over the next 6 to 12 months, and expects the company to return to positive free cash flow by 2026 [6]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for Meituan-W (03690) is "Buy" with a target price not specified [6][15]. Core Views - The report indicates that short-term competition is putting pressure on profits, but there is optimism for long-term profitability recovery due to efficiency advantages [5]. - Meituan's core local business revenue for Q2 2025 was 653.5 billion yuan, which was below Bloomberg consensus expectations by 3.3% [1]. - New business revenue reached 264.9 billion yuan, exceeding Bloomberg consensus expectations by 2.1% [4]. Summary by Sections Overall Performance - In Q2 2025, Meituan reported total revenue of 918.4 billion yuan, which was 2.0% lower than Bloomberg consensus expectations. EBIT was 2.3 billion yuan, falling short of expectations by 97.2%. Adjusted net profit was approximately 14.9 billion yuan, also below expectations by 84.8% [1]. Core Local Business - The core local business faced competitive pressures, resulting in lower-than-expected revenue and profit. Revenue was 653.5 billion yuan, with delivery service revenue at 236.6 billion yuan, commission revenue at 249.5 billion yuan, and online marketing revenue at 135.5 billion yuan. Operating profit was 37.2 billion yuan, which was below expectations by 69.0% [1]. Food Delivery - The company expanded its user base and improved core user engagement and transaction frequency. Collaborations with restaurant merchants led to innovations that benefited both small and chain restaurants. The Meituan Flash Purchase service saw strong growth in order volume and total transaction value [2]. In-store and Travel - Meituan is expanding into new categories and innovating supply models while penetrating lower-tier markets. The company is enhancing digital transformation and standardization for merchants, providing integrated solutions to improve operational efficiency [3]. New Business - New business revenue was 264.9 billion yuan, with an operating loss of 1.88 billion yuan, which was better than expectations. The company is optimizing its grocery retail strategy and expanding its overseas presence with Keeta [4]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that while short-term competition may impact profit performance, Meituan's strong merchant base and user reviews provide a solid competitive moat. Future profitability in the core local business is expected to improve, and new businesses are anticipated to continue narrowing losses. Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 3700 billion, 4356 billion, and 4939 billion yuan respectively, with net profits of 9 billion, 216 billion, and 465 billion yuan [5].

Group 1 - The report highlights the growth trend in the treatment of hemorrhoids products and the potential for expanding into wet wipes business, with a focus on the company's strong performance in the first half of 2025 [5][6][7] - The company achieved a revenue of 1.949 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 1.11%, and a net profit of 343 million yuan, up 10.04% year-on-year [6][7] - The company is extending its product line into the field of anal health, with rapid growth in wet wipes, leveraging its established brand recognition and user base [7] Group 2 - The report discusses the strategic focus on financial technology and the acceleration of AI model applications by the company, which reported a revenue of 1.208 billion yuan in H1 2025, a decrease of 48.55% year-on-year [8][9] - The company is narrowing its business focus to financial technology, reducing non-financial IT business, while maintaining investment in core technology and product areas [9][10] - The new generation of core products is being developed to enhance self-operated technology services, with significant investments in AI [11][12] Group 3 - The report indicates that the secondary market is under pressure, with new infrastructure turnover rates leading the market, as evidenced by the issuance of 14 public REITs in 2025, a decrease from the previous year [13][14] - The REITs index has faced declines, with the market's total value dropping to 215.894 billion yuan, while the trading activity has increased slightly [14][15] - New infrastructure sectors are showing higher turnover rates, particularly in park infrastructure, which is leading in transaction volume [15] Group 4 - The report notes that competition in the food delivery sector is intensifying, leading to significant pressure on profits, with the company reporting a revenue of 91.8 billion yuan in Q2 2025, a year-on-year increase of 12% [18][19] - The core local business revenue grew by 8% to 65.3 billion yuan, but operating profits fell sharply due to increased delivery subsidies and marketing expenses [19][20] - The company is optimistic about its long-term growth potential in instant delivery and overseas expansion despite short-term profit pressures [21][22] Group 5 - The report highlights the company's investments in digital and cultural sectors, with a stable revenue of 1.179 billion yuan in H1 2025, and a focus on expanding its digital technology and cultural offerings [23][24] - The online gaming segment showed a revenue increase of 9% to 706 million yuan, while the digital marketing services revenue grew by 14% [24][25] - The company is actively investing in various innovative business areas, including digital sports and arts, to enhance its market presence [25][26] Group 6 - The report indicates that the company achieved a revenue of 13.38 billion yuan in H1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 27.9%, with a significant rise in overseas sales [31][32] - The company is focusing on expanding its IP matrix and targeting a broader age demographic, with a notable increase in sales from online channels [33][34] - The company is adjusting its revenue forecasts for 2025-2027, expecting revenues of 34.18 billion yuan, 47.16 billion yuan, and 57.25 billion yuan respectively [36]

Core Insights - The company reported Q2 2025 revenue of 91.8 billion yuan, a year-over-year increase of 12% but below market expectations, with significant declines in operating and net profits due to intensified competition in the food delivery sector and losses from overseas expansion [1] Group 1: Core Local Business - Core local business revenue grew by 8% year-over-year to 65.3 billion yuan, with delivery service revenue growth lagging behind the increase in instant delivery transaction volume due to increased delivery subsidies [2] - Operating profit for the core local business fell by 76% year-over-year to 3.7 billion yuan, significantly below the market expectation of 12 billion yuan, primarily due to declining gross margins and increased user incentives and marketing expenses [2] - The company plans to continue strategic investments in Q3 2025, which may pressure profit metrics, while maintaining a long-term profit assumption of 1 yuan per order and a profit margin of approximately 3% for 2025 [2] Group 2: Business Segments Performance - The food delivery business saw a steady growth with a 10% year-over-year increase in order volume, driven by various models enhancing food supply and user engagement [3] - The Meituan Flash Purchase business experienced strong growth in order volume and transaction value, with significant increases in high-ticket item sales during the "618" shopping festival [3] - The in-store travel and accommodation business performed well, with order volume growing over 40% year-over-year and revenue increasing by 15% [3] Group 3: New Business and International Expansion - New business revenue grew by 23% year-over-year to 26.5 billion yuan, driven by retail and overseas business growth, although operating losses expanded to 1.9 billion yuan due to increased costs in overseas operations [4] - Keeta maintained strong growth in order volume and gross transaction value, solidifying its leading position in Hong Kong and expanding into 20 cities in Saudi Arabia and launching services in Qatar [4] - The company remains optimistic about Keeta's long-term growth potential, aiming for a gross merchandise value of 100 billion USD within 10 years [4] Group 4: Financial Forecast and Valuation - The company is optimistic about its core barriers in instant delivery and growth opportunities from overseas expansion, but has revised down its profit forecasts due to irrational competition and increased short-term investments [5] - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are set at 370.2 billion, 417.9 billion, and 475.5 billion yuan, with Non-GAAP net profit forecasts of 5 billion, 32.3 billion, and 48.8 billion yuan respectively [5] - The company has set a target market value of 735.1 billion yuan for 2026, corresponding to a target price of 120 yuan per share [5]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for Meituan-W (3690.HK) [1] Core Insights - The report highlights that intensified competition in the food delivery sector has pressured profits, while the company is expected to release long-term value [2][6] - Meituan's Q2 2025 revenue reached 91.8 billion RMB, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 12% and a quarter-on-quarter growth of 6% [11] - The report anticipates that the company's core local business will continue to face challenges due to increased competition and overseas expansion losses [10][18] Summary by Sections Recent Performance - In Q2 2025, Meituan achieved a revenue of 91.8 billion RMB, with operating profit of 200 million RMB (YoY -98%, QoQ -98%) and net profit of 400 million RMB (YoY -97%, QoQ -96%) [11] - Non-GAAP EBITDA was 2.8 billion RMB (YoY -81%, QoQ -77%), and Non-GAAP net profit attributable to shareholders was 1.5 billion RMB (YoY -89%, QoQ -86%) [11] Business Segments - **Food Delivery Business**: Q2 2025 saw a steady growth in food delivery, with estimated order volume increasing by 10% YoY. The company is enhancing supply through various models to boost user engagement [7] - **Flash Purchase Business**: Strong growth in order volume and transaction value was noted, with significant increases during promotional periods. The establishment of over 50,000 flash warehouses supports local store digital transformation [7] - **In-store and Travel Business**: This segment performed well, with order volume growing over 40% YoY and revenue increasing by 15% YoY [7] Financial Forecasts - The report revises revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 to 370.2 billion RMB, 417.9 billion RMB, and 475.5 billion RMB respectively, with Non-GAAP net profit estimates of 5 billion RMB, -5.02 billion RMB, and 26.2 billion RMB [10][18] - The target market capitalization for 2026 is set at 735.1 billion RMB, corresponding to a target price of 120 RMB per share [10][19]

Core Financial Performance - Meituan reported Q2 2025 revenue of 91.8 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 11.7% [1] - Net profit for Q2 2025 was 365.3 million yuan, down from 11.4 billion yuan in the same period of 2024; adjusted net profit was 1.5 billion yuan, compared to 13.6 billion yuan in 2024 [1] Core Local Business - Revenue from Meituan's core local business segment grew by 7.7% year-on-year to 65.3 billion yuan [2] - Operating profit for this segment decreased by 75.6% year-on-year to 3.7 billion yuan, with an operating margin decline of 19.4 percentage points to 5.7% [2] New Business Segment - Revenue from Meituan's new business segment increased by 22.8% year-on-year to 26.5 billion yuan [2] - Operating loss for this segment widened by 43.1% year-on-year to 1.9 billion yuan, although the operating loss margin improved by 3.1 percentage points to 7.1% [2] Other Income - Other net income for Q2 2025 was 808 million yuan, compared to 630.6 million yuan in the same period of 2024; this change was primarily due to a shift from foreign exchange losses to gains, partially offset by a decrease in fair value changes and income from investment products [3]

Core Viewpoint - The ongoing conflict between hotels and food delivery services highlights the growing demand for food delivery options among hotel guests, driven by the expanding food delivery market in China [9][10][12]. Group 1: Industry Growth and Trends - The food delivery market in China is projected to reach 1.5 trillion RMB by 2024, a 129% increase from 653.5 billion RMB in 2019, with a daily order volume of approximately 46 million [9]. - The penetration rate of food delivery in the overall restaurant industry has risen to 26%, with food delivery users reaching 592 million, accounting for 53% of internet users in China [9]. - The hotel industry is adapting to this trend, with an increasing number of guests expecting the freedom to order food delivery [10][12]. Group 2: Hotel Industry Dynamics - By the end of 2024, the number of hotel establishments in China is expected to reach 348,700, with a total of 17.64 million rooms, surpassing the peak levels of 2018-2019 [17]. - The number of mid-range hotels has increased from 31,000 in 2019 to 51,000 in 2024, a growth of approximately 64%, capturing nearly 15% of the national hotel market share [18]. - The competitive landscape for mid-range hotels has intensified, with the RevPAR (Revenue per Available Room) for mid-range hotels in 2024 declining by about 10% compared to 2019 [19]. Group 3: Delivery Methods and Challenges - Various delivery methods are employed in hotels, including delivery by external couriers, hotel staff, robots, or storage in delivery cabinets for guests to pick up [26]. - The increasing volume of food deliveries can lead to delays, prompting hotels to develop contingency plans to manage guest expectations [28]. - The integration of robots for food delivery in hotels is becoming common, with companies like Yunji Technology reporting that hotel scenarios contributed 70.1% to 83% of their revenue from 2022 to 2024 [25]. Group 4: Guest Expectations and Service Quality - Guests increasingly view food delivery as a standard service in hotels, leading to dissatisfaction when delivery is not facilitated by the hotel [31]. - The perception of service quality varies, with some guests expecting high-end hotels to provide seamless food delivery, while others express frustration over the lack of such services [38]. - The hotel industry is urged to understand their target customer profiles and adapt their services, including food delivery, to enhance guest experiences [39].

Core Viewpoint - The current competition in the food delivery market is intense, with major players like Meituan and Taobao Shanguo achieving significant order volumes, indicating a resurgence in the sector [1][46]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The food delivery market is experiencing a surge, with Meituan announcing over 120 million orders in a single day and Taobao Shanguo surpassing 80 million orders [1]. - The situation mirrors the community group buying boom of 2020, with both similarities and differences in operational models and subsidy strategies [2][3]. - The essence of the competition revolves around four key topics: the effectiveness of subsidies, the viability of food delivery business models, the areas of operational efficiency, and the significance of market penetration rates [5]. Group 2: Business Models - The food delivery sector is primarily divided into restaurant delivery and retail delivery, with the former being more established and profitable [6][21]. - Restaurant delivery has a higher gross margin (60%-80%) compared to retail delivery, which struggles with lower margins and higher inventory costs [25][26]. - The challenges faced by retail delivery include the difficulty in controlling product quality and costs, making it less profitable than restaurant delivery [30][31]. Group 3: Competition and Efficiency - The current food delivery competition is fundamentally a battle in restaurant delivery, while retail delivery remains an unresolved question in terms of business model viability [46][71]. - The success of food delivery platforms is not solely dependent on subsidies; rather, it hinges on operational efficiency and the ability to innovate beyond existing frameworks [50][72]. - The market dynamics suggest that achieving a market share of over 30% for competitors is essential for a balanced competitive landscape, with Meituan's share needing to drop below 60% for effective competition [64][69]. Group 4: Future Outlook - The ongoing subsidy wars in the food delivery sector are primarily focused on restaurant delivery, with the potential for retail delivery to disrupt the market remaining uncertain [78][79]. - Companies like Taobao Shanguo and JD's food delivery service must identify structural issues and provide innovative solutions to succeed in the competitive landscape [80][81]. - The future of the food delivery market will depend on whether new entrants can uncover and address these structural challenges effectively [88][99].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the emergence of a new growth narrative in China's economy driven by the rapid development of AI technology and the resilient recovery of the private sector [1][2] - Goldman Sachs has introduced a "Chinese Prominent 10" portfolio, comprising ten major private listed companies in China, which has sparked discussions about the revaluation of Chinese assets [1][2] - The total market capitalization of the "Chinese Prominent 10" reached approximately 11.46 trillion yuan as of June 17, 2025, indicating significant market presence [4][6] Group 2 - The portfolio includes companies from various sectors such as technology, consumer goods, automotive, and pharmaceuticals, reflecting the direction of China's economic transformation and upgrading [3] - Key players in the technology sector include Tencent, Alibaba, Xiaomi, and NetEase, while the consumer sector features Meituan, Midea, and Anta [3][6] - The report indicates that the compound annual growth rate of earnings for this portfolio is expected to reach 13% over the next two years, with an attractive current price-to-earnings ratio of 16 times [2][8] Group 3 - Since the end of 2020, private enterprises in China have faced significant market challenges, with a cumulative market value loss of nearly 4 trillion USD, but they are gradually regaining market vitality [3][10] - The report emphasizes that the "Chinese Prominent 10" has the potential to enhance market concentration and change investor perceptions of Chinese assets, similar to the "Seven Sisters" in the US market [7][13] - The policy environment for private enterprises has improved, with increased support from the government, which is expected to reduce policy risk premiums and boost market confidence [10][11] Group 4 - The report predicts that China's GDP growth rate will reach around 5.5% in 2025, driven by technological advancements, particularly in AI, which could contribute an additional 2.5% annual growth to earnings per share for listed companies [11][12] - Private enterprises are increasingly expanding into overseas markets, with significant growth in imports and exports, indicating their role as pioneers in China's "going global" strategy [12] - The concentration of market capitalization among leading private enterprises is expected to strengthen, with China's market showing significant potential for increased concentration compared to the US [13][14]