Group 1 - The company focuses on the high-potential coconut water sector, with dual brands if and Innococo driving synergistic growth, maintaining the largest market share in mainland China, benefiting from industry expansion and Thailand's upstream and midstream competitive advantages, with projected net profits of 38, 55, and 71 million USD for 2025-2027, representing year-on-year growth of 14.7%, 44.2%, and 28.4% respectively [1] - The coconut water market in mainland China is experiencing high demand due to increased health awareness and significant capital influx, with a projected CAGR of 82.9% from 2019 to 2024, and an expected market size of 2.55 billion USD by 2029 [1][2] - IFBH is the leading brand in the coconut water market, expected to capture 33.9% of the market share in mainland China by 2024, with the industry showing a trend of leading brands at the top and fragmentation at the bottom [1] Group 2 - The company positions itself as a provider of pure, high-quality coconut water, with if as the flagship brand contributing the majority of revenue, while Innococo aims to become a second growth driver in the future [2] - The company has enhanced its brand influence through marketing strategies including celebrity endorsements, cross-industry collaborations, and social media promotions, significantly increasing its presence in the domestic market [2] - The company leverages Thailand's upstream and midstream supply chain to establish competitive barriers, ensuring high-quality, low-cost raw material supply and optimizing production costs through partnerships with local beverage factories [2]

Investment Rating - The report assigns an "Accumulate" rating for the company [2] Core Insights - The company focuses on the high-potential coconut water sector, with its brands if and Innococo showing synergistic development. It holds the largest market share in mainland China and is expected to benefit from industry expansion and competitive advantages in Thailand's supply chain, leading to high growth in future earnings [6][7][8] Company Overview - The company was founded in Thailand and has become a leader in the coconut water market in mainland China. It has expanded its market presence since 2013 and has maintained a leading position in the Hong Kong and mainland markets [18][19] - The company operates primarily in the coconut water segment, with if coconut water being its flagship brand, contributing significantly to revenue and growth. Innococo, launched in 2022, is expected to become a second growth curve [8][25] - The company has a concentrated ownership structure, with the founder holding over 60% of the shares, ensuring strong management and operational stability [20][21] Financial Performance - The company is projected to achieve net profits of 38, 55, and 71 million USD for 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with year-on-year growth rates of 14.7%, 44.2%, and 28.4%. The earnings per share (EPS) are expected to be 0.1, 0.2, and 0.3 USD for the same years [6][10] - The company reported a total revenue of 158 million USD in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 80.3%. The revenue from coconut water is expected to reach 150 million USD, accounting for 97.5% of total revenue [10][30] Industry Insights - The coconut water market is experiencing rapid growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 82.9% from 2019 to 2024 in mainland China. The market is expected to continue expanding at a rate of 20.2% from 2024 to 2029, reaching a size of 2.55 billion USD by 2029 [7][51] - The global coconut water market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 11.1% from 2024 to 2029, with the market size expected to reach 8.5 billion USD by 2029 [37][41] - The company benefits from a robust supply chain in Thailand, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective raw material supply, which is crucial for maintaining product quality and competitive pricing [9][66][70]

Group 1: Starbucks China Sale - Starbucks is preparing to sell its controlling stake in its China business, with final bids expected by early October from firms including Carlyle, Hillhouse, Sequoia China, and Boyu Capital [1] - The deal structure remains negotiable, but Starbucks aims to retain control over its coffee roasting facilities in China to maintain quality [1] - CEO Brian Niccol expressed confidence in the Chinese market and indicated that Starbucks is evaluating over 20 interested institutions for potential partnerships to expand its store count significantly [1] Group 2: Competitive Landscape - Luckin Coffee reported a 47.1% year-on-year revenue growth in Q2, reaching 12.36 billion yuan, significantly outpacing Starbucks, which saw an 8% revenue increase to 7.9 billion USD (approximately 56.25 billion yuan) [2] - Luckin's same-store sales grew by 13.4% in Q2, driven primarily by an increase in cup volume, while Starbucks experienced a 2% increase in same-store sales with a 4% decline in average transaction value [2] - The competitive dynamics in the Chinese coffee market are shifting, prompting local capital to pursue Starbucks due to its potential for localized growth [2]

Group 1 - Starbucks is preparing to sell its controlling stake in its China business, with final bids expected by early October from firms including Carlyle, Hillhouse, Sequoia China, and Boyu Capital [1][2] - The CEO of Starbucks, Brian Niccol, expressed confidence in the Chinese market and indicated that the company is evaluating over 20 interested institutions for potential partnerships to expand its store count significantly [2][3] - Starbucks aims to retain control over its coffee roasting facility in China to maintain quality, while the specifics of the share sale are still negotiable [1][3] Group 2 - Starbucks' performance in China has been under pressure, with its revenue growth of 8% to $790 million (approximately 5.625 billion RMB) in Q2, compared to Luckin Coffee's 47.1% revenue growth to 12.36 billion RMB [3] - Luckin Coffee's same-store sales increased by 13.4% in Q2, while Starbucks reported a 2% increase in same-store sales, with a decline in average transaction value by 4% [3]

Core Viewpoint - IFBH, the parent company of if coconut water, reported its first half-year results post-IPO, showing significant revenue growth but a decline in net profit due to increased costs and currency fluctuations [1][6]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, IFBH achieved revenue of $94.46 million, a year-on-year increase of 31.5% [1][2]. - The adjusted net profit was $18.90 million, reflecting a 13.9% increase, while the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 4.9% to $14.98 million [1][2]. - The gross profit margin for the period was 33.7%, down from 38.4% in the same period of 2024, primarily due to unfavorable currency exchange rates [2][6]. Product Contribution - Coconut water accounted for $91.51 million, representing 96.87% of total revenue, while coconut-related products contributed $0.70 million (0.74%), and other beverages brought in $2.26 million (2.39%) [3][4]. Market Breakdown - Mainland China remained the largest market for IFBH, generating $87.51 million, approximately 92.64% of total revenue. Other markets included Hong Kong ($3.99 million) and Taiwan ($1.33 million) [5]. - The fastest revenue growth was observed in the Australian market, which surged by 215.3% [5]. Employee Efficiency - The company operates on a light-asset model, with $160 million in revenue supported by only 46 employees, resulting in an impressive revenue per employee of nearly $290,000 per month. This figure has slightly decreased to approximately $270,000 per month with an increase in staff to 59 [6]. Market Reaction - Following the financial report, investor sentiment was negative, leading to a 14.08% drop in IFBH's stock price, closing at HKD 34.54 per share [7].

Core Viewpoint - IFBH's stock price plummeted by 14.97% at the market opening on August 22, following disappointing mid-term financial results, marking the largest drop since its listing and a historical low for the stock [2][3][4]. Financial Performance - For the first half of the year, IFBH reported revenue of $94.464 million, a year-on-year increase of 31.5%, but net profit fell by 4.8% to $14.976 million, indicating a situation of "increased revenue but decreased profit" [4][9]. - The gross profit margin decreased to 33.7%, down 4.7 percentage points from the same period last year [5][9]. Revenue Breakdown - Coconut water sales surged by 33.3% to $91.506 million, accounting for 96.9% of total revenue, while other coconut-related beverages saw a significant decline of 48.2% [7]. - The flagship brand "if" experienced a revenue increase of 42.1% to $84.083 million, representing 89% of total revenue, while the "Innococo" brand's revenue decreased by 17.6% to $10.381 million [7]. Regional Performance - The largest market for IFBH is mainland China, where revenue grew by 29.8%, contributing 92.6% to total revenue [8]. - Other markets, including Hong Kong and Taiwan, also showed potential for growth, with revenues of $3.997 million and $1.334 million respectively [8]. Cost and Profitability Issues - The decline in profit margins was attributed to the appreciation of the Thai baht against the US dollar and increased administrative expenses, which rose by 122.9% to $6.064 million due to listing-related costs [9][10]. - Sales and distribution expenses increased by 48.4% to $3.359 million, driven by rising logistics costs [10][11]. Future Outlook - Despite short-term profit challenges, IFBH remains optimistic about future growth, focusing on enhancing procurement capabilities, innovation, and expanding its market presence in Australia, the Americas, and Southeast Asia [11]. - The company anticipates that the coconut water segment will be one of the fastest-growing areas within the beverage market, driven by rising health consciousness and plant-based dietary trends [11].

Core Viewpoint - IFBH, the parent company of IF coconut water, reported a significant increase in revenue for the six months ending June 30, 2025, with total revenue reaching $94.464 million, a 31.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [1] Financial Performance - The company recorded a profit attributable to shareholders of $14.976 million, slightly down from $15.734 million in the same period last year [1] - Coconut water revenue increased by 33.3% year-on-year, accounting for 96.9% of total revenue [1] - Revenue from other coconut water beverages decreased by 48.2%, representing 0.7% of total revenue [1] - Revenue from other beverages rose by 57.2%, making up 2.4% of total revenue [1] Market Insights - The majority of the company's revenue is derived from mainland China, which is expected to remain the primary source of total revenue in the foreseeable future [1] - The company anticipates increased sales in mainland China due to enhanced marketing efforts and the introduction of more products to meet unmet demand through online and offline channels [1]

Investment Rating - The report assigns a cautious buy rating to the company [5]. Core Views - The company is the leader in the ready-to-drink coconut water market in mainland China, leveraging a Thai supply chain, dual-brand light asset operation, and strategic partnerships with major distributors to achieve sustained high growth [2][10]. Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to grow from $87.44 million in 2023 to $281.96 million by 2027, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.8% from 2025 to 2027 [4]. - Gross profit is expected to increase from $26.68 million in 2023 to $106.09 million in 2027, with a gross margin improvement from 30.5% to 37.6% [4]. - Net profit is forecasted to rise from $16.75 million in 2023 to $68.12 million in 2027, with a net profit margin increasing from 19.2% to 24.2% [4]. Market Position - The company has maintained a market share of approximately 34% in the coconut water segment in mainland China as of 2024, significantly outpacing its nearest competitor [15][62]. - It ranks as the second-largest company in the global coconut water beverage market [10][62]. Competitive Advantages - The company benefits from a strong supply chain rooted in Thailand, which provides cost advantages and product differentiation that competitors find hard to replicate [32][33]. - The light asset model allows the company to focus resources on product innovation and brand marketing, enhancing operational efficiency [42][43]. Brand Strategy - The dual-brand strategy with "if" and "Innococo" targets different consumer segments, enhancing market penetration and brand recognition [20][24]. - The company has successfully engaged high-profile brand ambassadors to boost brand visibility and sales, with significant sales increases following marketing campaigns [47][48]. Growth Potential - The coconut water market is experiencing explosive growth, driven by increasing consumer awareness of health benefits and a shift towards natural, functional beverages [56][57]. - The company is expanding its market presence beyond mainland China into other Asian markets, with a notable increase in revenue from regions like Hong Kong and Singapore [30][31].

Core Viewpoint - The report from Credit Lyonnais initiates coverage of IFBH, the parent company of the Thai coconut water brand, with a target price of HKD 43 and an "outperform" rating, highlighting its leadership position in the mainland and Hong Kong markets [1] Group 1: Market Position and Growth Potential - IFBH is positioned as a leader in the coconut water market, which is experiencing rapid growth and increasing penetration in mainland China [1] - The company has competitive advantages in procurement, product quality, and brand value, which are expected to help maintain its dominant market position [1] Group 2: Business Expansion Opportunities - There is potential for IFBH to further expand its offline business and possibly enter other markets and adjacent product categories [1]

Company Overview - IFBH is a Thai beverage company founded in 2013, focusing on the Greater China market with its brands if and Innococo, targeting different market needs [2] - The company has a significant market presence, with 92.4% of sales from mainland China, 4.6% from Hong Kong, and 3.0% from other regions [2] Industry Insights - The coconut water beverage industry is experiencing strong growth globally, particularly in the Greater China region, which leads the world in growth rates [5] - The global coconut water beverage market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.7% from 2019 to 2024, and 11.1% from 2024 to 2029 [5] - In 2024, China's retail sales of coconut water beverages are expected to account for 21.9% of the global total, with the Greater China region showing a CAGR of 60.8% from 2019 to 2024 [5] Market Position - IFBH has maintained the leading market share in mainland China for five consecutive years, reaching 34% in 2024, significantly surpassing its closest competitor [5] - The company also leads the Hong Kong market with a 60% share and ranks second globally with a 7.5% market share [5] - In 2024, IFBH's retail sales growth rate was the highest among the top five coconut water beverage companies globally and in China, at 81% [5] Business Strategy - IFBH employs a light-asset model, focusing on supply chain management and outsourcing production to ensure product quality while minimizing costs [6] - The company plans to expand its global footprint, targeting markets in Australia, the Americas, and Southeast Asia, while introducing innovative products like sparkling coconut water and coconut coffee [6] Financial Projections - Revenue forecasts for IFBH from 2025 to 2027 are $212 million, $275 million, and $344 million, representing year-on-year growth rates of 34.52%, 29.66%, and 24.96% respectively [7] - Net profit projections for the same period are $44 million, $57 million, and $71 million, with growth rates of 31.73%, 29.16%, and 25.23% [7] - The price-to-earnings ratios for 2025 are projected at 30.42, 23.55, and 18.81 for the subsequent years [8]