25 August 2025 | 1:44AM HKT Hengrui Medicine (600276.SS): Call takeaway: Guide sustainable collaboration income; Domestic innovative drug sales targets CAGR Guide sustainable licensing income; overseas development going smoothly: Management noted that BD revenue will become sustainable income for Hengrui, with more deals to expect from its substantial pipeline consisting of 100+ clinical-stage assets and 20+ new projects moving into clinical stage every year. The assets licensed-out to global partner have s ...

CSPC Pharma (1093.HK): Earnings Review: 2Q likely the earnings trough; Mgmt maintained BD guidance 2Q missed; Expect sequential improvement in 2H: 2Q revenue (Rmb6.3bn, -14% y/y) with finished drug sales (Rmb4.4bn, -27% y/y vs GSe Rmb5.4bn) was below our expectations. CNS drug sales declined by -27% y/y due to stricter regulator monitoring of NBP in hospitals, especially capsules, and company plans to mitigate the impacts by more efforts in retail sales expansion. Oncology (-54% y/y) continued to see VBP im ...

J P M O R G A N Asia Pacific Equity Research 21 August 2025 GDS Holdings Prepping for an AI-driven uptick; DayOne growth continues to accelerate; stay OW GDS 2Q results were largely in-line, with FY25 EBITDA and revenue guidance maintained (despite some deconsolidation of datacenter assets that have been injected into the ABS and C-REIT during 2025), indicating stronger underlying growth. For now, GDS appears to be still taking a more guarded approach to AI projects as customers are still awaiting final cla ...

August 22, 2025 12:16 PM GMT CSPC Pharmaceutical Group | Asia Pacific 2025 Guidance Recalibrated after Soft 2Q; BD Targets and Sustainability Reiterated Key Takeaways Target 5% HoH growth in 2H25 and double-digit (%) growth from 202e:6: Mingfule is on track to hit Rmb1bn in sales in 2025. NBP soft capsule sales were hurt by tightened hospital budget control in 1H. CSPC plans to strengthen its out-of- pocket retail channel to sustain Rmb2bn sales after patent expiry. EGFR ADC updates ( Exhibit 1 ): Global Ph ...

Summary of Laopu Gold (6181.HK) Earnings Review Company Overview - **Company**: Laopu Gold (6181.HK) - **Market Cap**: HK$129.7 billion / $16.6 billion - **Current Price**: HK$751.00 - **12-Month Price Target**: HK$1,088.00 (Upside: 44.9%) [1] Key Industry Insights - **Industry**: Gold Jewelry - **Market Dynamics**: The company operates in a niche segment focusing on high-end gold jewelry, leveraging heritage craftsmanship techniques. The overall jewelry retail sales in China were flat, while Laopu Gold reported a significant same-store sales growth of 104% in 1H24 [31]. Core Points from the Earnings Call 1. **2H25 Outlook**: Management expects strong performance to continue into 2H25, with sales and profit projected to be higher than 1H25 due to a price hike on August 25, new store openings, and improved gross profit margin (GPM) [1][19]. 2. **Margin Management**: The company anticipates that the GPM pressure experienced in 1H25 is temporary, with expectations for recovery in 2H25 due to a second price hike and inventory prestocking at lower prices. The long-term target for normalized GPM is around 40% [2]. 3. **Expansion Plans**: Laopu Gold plans to expand internationally starting in 2026, targeting markets such as Hong Kong, Macau, Southeast Asia, and Japan, with potential research into Western markets [3]. 4. **Product Strategy**: The company aims to increase ticket size and consumer loyalty through gold ornaments, which currently represent about 20% of sales, down from 25% in 2024. A large-scale launch of new ornament products is planned for 2H25 [3]. 5. **Store Network Optimization**: Management aims to achieve Rmb1 billion GMV per shopping mall and plans to optimize or open nearly 20 stores in 2H25, focusing on prime locations in top commercial centers [20][22]. 6. **Brand Management**: The brand emphasizes authentic cultural values and does not plan to engage in celebrity endorsements, focusing instead on product quality and customer experience [25]. Financial Projections - **Revenue Forecasts**: - 2025E: Rmb 26,769.6 million - 2026E: Rmb 35,119.3 million - 2027E: Rmb 41,694.8 million [5] - **Earnings Per Share (EPS)**: - 2025E: Rmb 28.08 - 2026E: Rmb 38.26 - 2027E: Rmb 45.63 [5] - **Gross Profit Margin (GPM)**: Expected to stabilize around 39.1% in 2025E [30]. Risks and Challenges - **Key Risks**: - Potential slump in gold prices - Regulatory challenges in luxury consumption - Regional concentration risks - Possible sell-off of IPO shares post lock-up expiry [29][33]. Conclusion Laopu Gold is positioned for robust growth with strategic plans for expansion and product innovation. The company maintains a positive outlook for 2H25, supported by price adjustments and store optimizations, while also navigating potential risks associated with market volatility and regulatory environments. The investment thesis remains strong with a Buy rating and a revised price target reflecting significant upside potential.

| MNSO | 12m Price Target: $25.30 | Price: $20.84 | Upside: 21.4% | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 9896.HK | 12m Price Target: HK$49.00 | Price: HK$39.06 | Upside: 25.4% | Miniso reported a solid 2Q25 beat, where both revenue growth at 23% yoy (vs. guidance of 18-21%) and adj. OP growth of 8.5% yoy (vs. guidance of flat/slight yoy decline) were both above guidance and GSe. The key positive surprises came from 1) Miniso China, where sales growth of 14% yoy beat expectations and SSSG turned positive, despite flu ...

领跑汽车 B 系列产品成功上市，推动公司估值从折价状态转为平价，市 值从 280-300 亿港币增长至 900-1,000 亿港币，PS 倍数从 0.5-0.6 倍 提升至 1.5 倍左右。 公司计划在 2026 年推出至少五款新车型，覆盖 A 级和 D 级平台，并设 定销量目标为 100 万辆，相较于 2025 年的 60 万辆，预计销量增长 40 万辆，目标实现概率较高。 领跑汽车预计 2026 年利润约为 50 亿元人民币，若按 100 万辆国内销 量计算，每辆车需贡献约 5,000 元利润，海外市场及非整车业务将显著 提升整体盈利水平。 公司计划将自研零部件占比从目前的 60%提高至 80%-85%，通过规模 扩张、自研零部件比例提升、海外市场拓展及非整车业务发展等方式， 持续增强盈利能力。 领跑汽车在销量和盈利方面表现出色，出海和飞车等新赛道有望取得突 破，预计股价弹性较大，可能实现 30%至 50%的增长，甚至更高。 Q&A 领跑汽车当前的估值水平如何？未来的投资前景如何？ 目前，领跑汽车的市值约为 900 至 1,000 亿港币。从 2025 年的角度来看，这 一估值是相对合理的。然而，如果展望 ...

August 21, 2025 03:10 AM GMT Intel Corporation | North America What's next for Intel? We continue to take CEO Lip Bu Tan at his word - this will be a challenging turnaround with no quick fix, while the stock mostly reacts to quick fix narratives. The CPU roadmap has to be the focus and the government's focus on foundry may prove a distraction. Key Takeaways Before addressing the government interactions, we want to recap our view on the Intel story. The Intel recovery has to start with an improved microproce ...

Summary of Q Tech (1478.HK) Investor Call Company Overview - **Company**: Q Tech (1478.HK) - **Industry**: Camera modules and fingerprint modules supplier, expanding from smartphones to various end markets including automobiles and IoT Key Points Financial Performance - **Revenue Growth**: Q Tech's revenue increased by 15% YoY to Rmb8,832 million in 1H25 [3] - **Net Income Growth**: Net income surged by 168% YoY to Rmb308 million, attributed to improved gross margin (GM) and operational efficiency [3] - **Gross Margin Improvement**: GM rose to 7.4% in 1H25 from 5.2% in 1H24, driven by product mix upgrades [3] Product Mix and Market Trends - **Smartphone Camera Module Shipments**: Shipments of smartphone camera modules declined by 15% YoY in 1H25, but showed recovery with a 16% YoY growth in July [2] - **High-End Product Focus**: Shipments of camera modules with 32MP and above accounted for 53% of total smartphone shipments, up from 48% in 1H24 [2][6] - **Camera Specification Upgrades**: The penetration of 20MP+ cameras increased to 52% in 2024, indicating a trend towards higher specifications in the Chinese smartphone market [2] Expansion into Non-Smartphone Markets - **Growth Opportunities**: Management highlighted growth potential in non-smartphone markets such as ADAS, robots, AI/AR glasses, and drones [7] - **Investment in Technology**: Q Tech invested in poLight for autofocus camera technology, which is seen as suitable for AI/AR glasses [7] - **Projected Growth for AI/AR Glasses**: Shipments of AI/AR glasses are expected to grow at a 56% CAGR from 2024 to 2030, reaching 7 million units by 2030 [7] Non-Smartphone Shipment Growth - **Non-Smartphone Shipments**: Non-smartphone camera module shipments grew by 48% YoY in 1H25, with a target of 60% annual growth [8] - **Automotive Market Potential**: The passenger vehicle camera shipments in China are projected to reach 126 million units in 2025, increasing to 343 million units by 2030, representing a 22% CAGR [8] Market Dynamics - **High-End Smartphone Market**: The premium smartphone market (priced over US$600) is expected to outgrow the overall market with a 9% CAGR from 2025 to 2027, benefiting high-end components [6] Additional Insights - **Patents and Innovation**: Q Tech holds 728 authorized patents as of the end of 2024, indicating a strong focus on innovation and technology development [2] - **Management's Outlook**: Management remains optimistic about capturing new applications and expanding into high-end product segments, leveraging accumulated experience in camera module manufacturing [1] This summary encapsulates the key discussions and insights from the investor call regarding Q Tech's performance, market trends, and strategic direction.

Summary of Laopu Gold (6181.HK) Earnings Review Company Overview - **Company**: Laopu Gold (6181.HK) - **Industry**: Gold Jewelry - **Current Price**: HK$751.00 - **12-Month Price Target**: HK$1,088.00 (Upside: 44.9%) [1] Key Takeaways from the Earnings Call 1. 2H25 Outlook - Management expects strong performance to continue into 2H25, with sales and profit projected to be higher than in 1H25 due to: - Price hike on August 25 - Opening of 5 new stores and optimization of existing stores - Anticipated higher Gross Profit Margin (GPM) in 2H25 compared to 1H25 [1][19] - Short-term target of Rmb1 billion GMV per shopping mall is expected to be achieved this year, with nearly 20 stores to be optimized or opened in 2H25 [1][20] 2. Margin Management - Management views the GPM pressure in 1H25 as temporary, expecting a recovery in 2H25 due to a second price hike and inventory prestocking at lower prices [2][19] - Long-term GPM target remains around 40%, with Net Profit Margin (NPM) expected to stabilize [2] 3. Expansion Plans - Plans to expand outside mainland China starting in 2026, targeting Hong Kong, Macau, Southeast Asia, and Japan, with potential research into Western markets [3][22] - Focus on optimizing domestic channels while securing prime locations in top commercial centers [22] 4. Product Strategy - Gold ornaments are a strategic category aimed at increasing ticket size and high-end consumer loyalty, with a large-scale launch planned for 2H25 [3][28] - Management emphasizes product quality and service as core differentiators, with no plans for celebrity endorsements [24][25] 5. Pricing Strategy - Management reiterated plans for 2-3 price hikes per year, with the magnitude dependent on gold price fluctuations [28] - Promotions are primarily initiated by shopping malls, which management believes enhance market influence without negatively impacting brand image [28] 6. Financial Projections - Revised revenue forecasts for 2025E and 2026E down by 1.3% and 0.9% respectively, while 2027E revenue is revised up by 0.6% [26] - Expected earnings growth of 30%+ in 2026E, supported by consumer penetration and gold price uptrend [18] 7. Risks - Key risks include potential gold price slump, regulatory challenges in luxury consumption, regional concentration, and possible sell-off of IPO shares post lock-up expiry [29][33] 8. Market Performance - Share price volatility observed post-earnings release, with a rally of up to 8.8% followed by a pullback of 4.0% [17] Conclusion Laopu Gold is positioned for robust growth in the gold jewelry market, with strategic plans for expansion and product innovation. The company maintains a positive outlook for 2H25, supported by pricing strategies and store optimization efforts. However, potential risks related to gold prices and market conditions remain a concern. The investment thesis remains bullish with a Buy rating and a target price of HK$1,088.00, reflecting a significant upside potential.