Core Viewpoint - Shiji Information, a leading provider of information system solutions for the tourism and hotel industry, has shown promising financial performance and strategic growth in its international business, particularly in SaaS transformation and product development [1][6]. Financial Performance - For Q3 2025, Shiji Information reported revenue of 1.929 billion yuan, ranking 16th among 102 companies in the industry, with the industry leader Shanghai Steel Union generating 57.318 billion yuan [2]. - The net profit for the same period was 51.8365 million yuan, placing the company 24th in the industry, with the top performer, Desay SV, achieving 1.805 billion yuan [2]. - The company's asset-liability ratio stood at 16.47%, lower than the industry average of 31.94%, indicating strong solvency [3]. - The gross profit margin was 47.48%, above the industry average of 41.71%, reflecting robust profitability [3]. Management and Shareholder Structure - Chairman Li Zhongchu's compensation for 2024 was 71,500 yuan, a decrease of 18,600 yuan from 2023 [4]. - As of September 30, 2025, the number of A-share shareholders increased by 11.94% to 53,600, while the average number of shares held per shareholder decreased by 10.67% to 29,800 [5]. Strategic Developments - The company is expanding its core product ecosystem and has partnered with Amadeus to enhance its competitive edge and accelerate global business expansion [5]. - Shiji Information's international strategy has yielded significant results, with a strategic reduction in traditional hardware business and continued breakthroughs in global cloud services [6]. - The SaaS business is experiencing strong growth, with notable advancements in core products like DAYLIGHT PMS and a leading position in the Infrasys POS cloud restaurant system [6]. Future Outlook - Revenue projections for 2025 to 2027 are estimated at 3.665 billion, 4.576 billion, and 5.720 billion yuan, respectively, with corresponding price-to-sales ratios of 8X, 7X, and 5X [6].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company [3][5]. Core Insights - The company achieved significant results from its internationalization strategy, with revenue from outside mainland China reaching 229 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.49%, accounting for 18.33% of total revenue [1]. - The company's SaaS business showed strong growth, with an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of 542 million yuan, representing a year-on-year increase of approximately 21.4% [2]. - The core product, DAYLIGHT PMS, received certification from Marriott International, marking a milestone in the company's global business success [2]. - The company is in a transformation phase, with projected revenues for 2025-2027 expected to be 3.665 billion yuan, 4.576 billion yuan, and 5.720 billion yuan, respectively [3][4]. Financial Performance Summary - For the first half of 2025, the company reported total revenue of 1.250 billion yuan, a decrease of 9.56% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 33.54 million yuan, an increase of 35.67% year-on-year [1]. - The company anticipates a net profit of 136 million yuan in 2025, with a significant growth rate of 168.2% compared to the previous year [4][9]. - The projected price-to-sales (PS) ratios for 2025-2027 are 8X, 7X, and 5X, respectively [3].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price of RMB 12.78 [1][5]. Core Views - The company has shown a steady increase in subscription ARR, with a year-on-year growth of 21.4% in 25H1, reaching RMB 5.42 billion [3]. - The company is advancing its globalization strategy, achieving significant progress in overseas business, particularly in the hospitality sector [2]. - The overall gross margin improved by 1.38 percentage points year-on-year, reaching 47.44% in 25H1, primarily due to the optimization of high-revenue business segments [4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 25H1, the company reported revenue of RMB 1.25 billion, a decrease of 9.56% year-on-year, while the net profit attributable to the parent company was RMB 33.54 million, an increase of 35.67% year-on-year [1]. - The net profit margin for 25H1 was 3.59%, up by 0.97 percentage points year-on-year, benefiting from improved gross margins [1]. Business Development - The company signed a new contract with Marriott Group in 25H1, marking a significant milestone in its international expansion efforts [2]. - The SaaS business has expanded its customer base significantly, with over 80,000 hotel stores and an average renewal rate exceeding 90% [3]. Cost and Margin Analysis - The company’s comprehensive gross margin increased to 47.44% in 25H1, with various business segments showing mixed performance in gross margins [4]. - The selling, general, and administrative expenses increased, reflecting the company's ongoing investment in market expansion and product upgrades [4]. Earnings Forecast and Valuation - The revenue forecast for 25-27 is adjusted downwards to RMB 3.27 billion, RMB 3.68 billion, and RMB 4.20 billion, respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.50% [5]. - The net profit forecast for the same period is also revised downwards, with expected EPS of RMB 0.03, RMB 0.05, and RMB 0.07 for 25, 26, and 27, respectively [5].

Group 1: Cloud Product Deployment - The company's cloud products are primarily based on public cloud deployment, which is recognized as the industry consensus due to its scalability and expansion capabilities compared to private cloud [1] - Leading international hotel groups are planning to transition to cloud systems, indicating a clear industry trend towards cloud adoption [1][2] Group 2: Client Acquisition and Market Presence - The company has signed contracts with major international hotel groups, including Peninsula, InterContinental, and others, achieving a total of 4,333 clients for its cloud restaurant management system [2] - The company maintains a market share of approximately 50% among top retail and chain clients in China's retail information system sector [3] Group 3: Product Implementation and Integration - The implementation of cloud products in signed hotel groups follows a slow-to-fast process, initially requiring system integration and certification before rapid deployment in other hotels [4] - The company's hotel cloud products, particularly the Daylight PMS, have been recognized and successfully implemented in several benchmark hotels, enhancing its reputation [2] Group 4: Competitive Advantages - The company's SEP platform is designed for group clients, featuring a microservices architecture that allows for flexible integration and data management [5] - The product ensures data security by automatically storing customer data in compliance with local regulations [5] Group 5: AI Integration and Future Outlook - The company is exploring AI applications to enhance cloud product capabilities, focusing on internal auditing and data analysis for operational forecasting [6] - Future business development priorities include globalization and platformization, with a goal to achieve breakeven in overseas operations as the number of global hotel clients increases [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook for its stock performance relative to the benchmark index [7]. Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 2.947 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 7.20%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders was -199 million yuan, a decline compared to the previous year [1]. - In Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 592 million yuan, down 6.20% year-on-year, but the net profit attributable to shareholders was 21.11 million yuan, an increase of 85.36% [1]. - The SaaS business showed significant growth, with the Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) reaching 523.29 million yuan in 2024, a growth of approximately 25.1% from 418.29 million yuan in 2023 [3]. - The company has signed contracts with major hotel groups, enhancing its market position and expanding its international presence [4]. Financial Performance Summary - The gross profit margin for 2024 was 34.87%, a slight decrease from the previous year. In Q1 2025, the gross profit margin was 49.17%, remaining stable compared to the same period last year [2]. - Operating cash flow improved, with a net cash flow of 67.13 million yuan in 2024, up from 63.45 million yuan in the previous year. In Q1 2025, the operating cash flow was -110 million yuan, an improvement from -150 million yuan in Q1 2024 [2]. - The company expects revenues of 3.665 billion yuan in 2025, with a growth rate of 24.4%, and a projected net profit of 146 million yuan, marking a significant turnaround from the previous year's loss [8][9].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, indicating a positive outlook for its stock performance relative to the benchmark index [7]. Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 2.947 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 7.20%. However, the net profit attributable to shareholders was -199 million yuan, showing a decline compared to the previous year [1]. - In Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 592 million yuan, down 6.20% year-on-year, but the net profit attributable to shareholders increased by 85.36% to 21.11 million yuan [1]. - The SaaS business showed significant growth, with the Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) reaching 523.29 million yuan in 2024, a 25.1% increase from 418.29 million yuan in 2023 [3]. - The company has signed contracts with major hotel groups, enhancing its market position and expanding its international presence [4]. Financial Performance Summary - The gross profit margin for 2024 was 34.87%, a slight decrease from the previous year. In Q1 2025, the gross profit margin improved to 49.17% [2]. - Operating cash flow improved, with a net cash flow of 67.13 million yuan in 2024, compared to 63.45 million yuan in the previous year. However, Q1 2025 showed a negative cash flow of -110 million yuan [2]. - The company expects revenues of 3.665 billion yuan in 2025, with a growth rate of 24.4%, and a projected net profit of 146 million yuan [8][9]. Business Development - The company continues to expand its SaaS offerings, with over 80,000 hotel clients and a renewal rate exceeding 90% [3]. - The Daylight PMS system has been successfully implemented in 629 hotels globally, with significant contracts signed with major hotel groups [4]. - The company is also enhancing its retail business through the acquisition of minority stakes in software firms, which is expected to strengthen its market position in retail management solutions [6]. Future Projections - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 3.665 billion yuan, 4.576 billion yuan, and 5.720 billion yuan, respectively, with corresponding PS ratios of 6X, 5X, and 4X [7][8]. - The net profit is expected to recover significantly, reaching 579 million yuan by 2027, with a net profit margin improving over the years [9].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price of 10.70 RMB [8][9]. Core Views - The company achieved a revenue of 2.947 billion RMB in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 7.20%, but reported a net loss of 199 million RMB, a decrease of 90.00% year-on-year. The performance was below previous expectations due to slower recovery in downstream demand and increased provisions for long-term equity investment impairment and bad debts [1]. - The company is progressing well in its SaaS transformation, with an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of 523 million RMB in 2024, up 25.1% year-on-year. The total number of enterprise customers exceeded 80,000, with an average renewal rate of over 90% [2]. - The company is enhancing its platform strategy, with hotel information management and payment system businesses growing by 14.55% and 8.68% year-on-year, respectively. The expansion into overseas markets is accelerating, with significant contracts signed with major hotel groups [2]. - The overall gross margin for 2024 was 34.87%, a decrease of 2.85 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to increased amortization of intangible assets. However, the company improved its expense control, with sales, management, and R&D expense ratios decreasing significantly [3]. - In Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 592 million RMB, down 6.20% year-on-year, but a net profit of 21.11 million RMB, an increase of 85.36% year-on-year, indicating a recovery in profitability [4]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - The company’s revenue for 2024 was 2.947 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth of 7.20%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was a loss of 199 million RMB, down 90.00% year-on-year. The earnings per share (EPS) for 2025-2027 are projected to be 0.04, 0.06, and 0.08 RMB, respectively [1][5][7]. - The company’s operating cash flow improved to 67.13 million RMB in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 5.79% [3]. Business Development - The company is focusing on SaaS, platformization, and globalization, with significant growth in its SaaS business and a strong customer base in the hotel industry [2]. - The company has established a comprehensive platform integrating various management systems and is leveraging AI for product upgrades, enhancing its competitive edge [3]. Valuation and Forecast - The revenue forecast for 2025-2027 is set at 3.273 billion, 3.676 billion, and 4.196 billion RMB, respectively, with a downward adjustment of 15% and 22% for 2025 and 2026 [5][7]. - The target price of 10.70 RMB corresponds to a price-to-sales (PS) ratio of 8.9x for 2025, reflecting the company's successful SaaS transition and increasing subscription revenue [5].