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Summary of Conference Call for Sophia (2025) Industry Overview - The home furnishing industry is gradually stabilizing, with excellent companies expected to experience growth opportunities. The next two to three years are projected to be a turning point for the home furnishing sector, with 2024 identified as a critical inflection point [2][3]. Company Insights - Sales and Orders: Sophia's order intake remained stable in April and May, with April being flat and May showing a slight decline. The company aims for positive revenue growth for the year, driven by its Milan brand, new cabinet categories, and wooden doors [2][6]. - Profitability Goals: The company intends to maintain stable net profit and gross profit margins throughout the year, with marketing and management expenses kept at consistent levels [2][7]. - Distribution Strategy: Sophia is focusing on channel expansion and distribution models, with approximately 80 distribution stores established in first and second-tier cities [2][8]. - Promotional Activities: The 618 shopping festival will primarily focus on online promotions through platforms like live streaming and Douyin, with fewer offline activities [2][12]. Market Conditions - National Subsidy Policy: Changes in national subsidy policies began at the end of April, with many provinces limiting or halting subsidies by May 20. Despite this, factory order intake remains stable [4][10]. - Consumer Behavior: Consumers are currently in a wait-and-see mode regarding subsidies. If new subsidies are not introduced in June, those needing renovations may still convert their demand through marketing efforts [12][16]. Product and Brand Development - Milan Brand Strategy: The Milan brand has undergone product style adjustments and plans to open over 100 new stores, primarily in lower-tier cities, focusing on whole-house decoration displays [4][18]. - Product Pricing: The pricing strategy remains consistent, with promotional products priced at 1,299 yuan or 1,199 yuan. The company will not engage in price wars but will continue regular promotional activities [2][11]. Financial Management - Cost Control: The company has precise monthly cost control measures in place, ensuring alignment with annual targets without significant deviations [13]. - Future Growth Plans: The overall growth target for the whole-house decoration business in 2025 is set at around 10%. The company will continue to explore new customer partnerships while maintaining its existing strategies [18][25]. Challenges and Opportunities - Real Estate Market Pressure: The home furnishing industry is experiencing operational pressure, which varies significantly by region. Some cities continue to grow, while larger companies face challenges in expanding their market share [18]. - Supply Chain Management: The company is actively managing supply chain costs to ensure stable operations, despite changes in collaboration dynamics with decoration companies [20][21]. Future Outlook - Acquisition Plans: There are currently no significant external investment projects planned, and the company does not anticipate a large number of mergers and acquisitions in the coming years [24]. - Dividend Stability: The dividend amount and ratio are expected to remain similar to the previous year, with no significant changes anticipated at this time [29].