Top Stories Sector Update | Automobile CATL, BYD, and Changan are deploying SIBs in EVs due to longer cycle lives, strong cold-weather performance and better fire safety. SIB-equipped EV sales are projected to make up 4-9% of global EV sales. LIBs remain dominant, but CATL benefits from diversification. The lithium market is expected to stay resilient through 2030. The hike in lithium carbonate costs will mostly be borne by auto OEMs. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT; BUY CATL, Ganfeng Lithium, Minth, Gee...
YUMC is the largest restaurant company in China in terms of system sales. We believe its RGM 3.0 strategy, focusing on “Resilience, Growth, and Moat”, will help it stand out in the limited-service restaurant space. It targets a same-store sales index of 100-102 yoy and system sales growth at a mid- to high single-digit CAGR in 2026-28. Operating margin and restaurant margin are estimated to reach at least 11.5% and 16.7% by 2028. Initiate coverage with BUY, Target price: HK$494.80.
Greater China Sector Update | Automobile CATL, BYD, and Changan are deploying SIBs in EVs due to longer cycle lives, strong cold-weather performance and better fire safety. SIB-equipped EV sales are projected to make up 4-9% of global EV sales. LIBs remain dominant, but CATL benefits from diversification. The lithium market is expected to stay resilient through 2030. The hike in lithium carbonate costs will mostly be borne by auto OEMs. Maintain MARKET WEIGHT; BUY CATL, Ganfeng Lithium, Minth, G...
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In 4Q25, YUMC’s total revenue reached US$2,823m, up 9% yoy. Total system sales grew 7% yoy, with a 3% increase in same-store sales. Operating profit rose 25% yoy to US$187m, with operating margin at 6.6% (+80bp). For 1Q26, management targets positive SSS. It aims to maintain flat yoy restaurant margin and operating profit margin on a high base. For 2026, it expects to open more than 1,900 net new stores, with 40-50% coming from franchisees.
Top Stories Company Results | Yum China Holdings, Inc (9987 HK/NOT RATED/HK$392.40) In 4Q25, YUMC’s total revenue reached US$2,823m, up 9% yoy. Total system sales grew 7% yoy, with a 3% increase in same-store sales. Operating profit rose 25% yoy to US$187m, with operating margin at 6.6% (+80bp). For 1Q26, management targets positive SSS. It aims to maintain flat yoy restaurant margin and operating profit margin on a high base. For 2026, it expects to open more than 1,900 net new stores, with 40...
Greater China Company Results | Yum China Holdings, Inc (9987 HK/NOT RATED/HK$392.40) In 4Q25, YUMC’s total revenue reached US$2,823m, up 9% yoy. Total system sales grew 7% yoy, with a 3% increase in same-store sales. Operating profit rose 25% yoy to US$187m, with operating margin at 6.6% (+80bp). For 1Q26, management targets positive SSS. It aims to maintain flat yoy restaurant margin and operating profit margin on a high base. For 2026, it expects to open more than 1,900 net new stores, wi...
Starbucks Unveils Reimagined Loyalty Program to Deliver More Meaningful Value, Personalization and Engagement for Members The updated Starbucks Rewards program, which launches on March 10, introduces three levels of membership – Green, Gold and Reserve – offering new and exclusive benefits for members. Inspired by member feedback, the program is designed to strengthen connection and drive growth. TORONTO, Jan. 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Starbucks Coffee Canada, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBUX) today unveiled its new Starbucks Rewards program, designed to deliver more value, personalization and en...
Starbucks dévoile un programme de fidélité réinventé visant à offrir plus de valeur aux membres, à leur permettre de personnaliser davantage leurs boissons et à susciter leur engagement Le programme Récompenses Starbucks mis à jour, qui sera lancé le 10 mars, présente trois nouveaux niveaux d’adhésion – Vert, Or et Sélect – offrant de nouveaux avantages exclusifs aux membres. Inspiré par les commentaires des membres, le programme est conçu pour favoriser la création de liens et la croissance. TORONTO, 29 janv. 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Café Starbucks Canada inc. (Nasdaq : SBUX) a dévoil...
During Yum China’s 2025 investor day, it revealed its plans to have over 30,000 stores by 2030, with the franchise hybrid model serving as a growth accelerator. Looking ahead to 2026-28, it targets a same-store sales index of 100-102 yoy, and a mid- to high single-digit system sales CAGR. Operating profit is expected to grow at a high single-digit CAGR. On shareholder returns, it plans to return nearly 100% of free cash flow to shareholders starting from 2027.
Top Stories Company Results | Geely Auto (175 HK/BUY/HK$17.20/Target: HK$42.00 Geely’s 3Q25 results meet expectations with GAAP net profit/core net profit growing 58%/19% yoy and 6%/24% qoq to Rmb3.82b/Rmb3.96b respectively. Earnings growth in 4Q25 will be driven by a strong product cycle, optimisation of sales mix, penetration into overseas markets, and consolidation of its brand portfolios. We maintain our 2025-27 earnings estimates. Maintain BUY with an unchanged target price of HK$42.00 peg...
Greater China Company Results | Geely Auto (175 HK/BUY/HK$17.20/Target: HK$42.00 Geely’s 3Q25 results meet expectations with GAAP net profit/core net profit growing 58%/19% yoy and 6%/24% qoq to Rmb3.82b/Rmb3.96b respectively. Earnings growth will be driven by a strong product cycle, optimisation of sales mix, penetration into overseas markets, and consolidation of its brand portfolios. We maintain our 2025-27 earnings estimates. Maintain BUY with an unchanged target price of HK$42.00 pegged...
Moody's Ratings (Moody's) today placed Starbucks Corporation's (Starbucks) Baa1 senior unsecured ratings on review for downgrade and affirmed its Prime-2 short term commercial paper rating. Previously, the outlook was negative. The review for downgrade was prompted by Starbucks' announcement[1] th...
Moody's Ratings (Moody's) has completed a periodic review of the ratings of Target Corporation and other ratings that are associated with this issuer. The review was conducted through a rating committee held on 11 June 2025 in which we reassessed the appropriateness of the ratings in the context of...
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