Yili’s earnings grew 64% yoy in 1Q24 due to one-off investment gains, despite a weak liquid milk revenue (-7% yoy). We expect liquid milk revenue to trend down in 2Q24 as Yili aims to reduce channel shipments amid the weak retail sales demand. Management guides for revenue growth of 3% yoy in 2024, which we think will be driven by consumption scene expansion and product innovation, and also reiterated its net profit margin target of at least 9% in 2025. Maintain BUY. Cut target price by 5% to Rm...
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Economics PMI Manufacturing PMI came in better than expected at 50.4% (-0.4ppt) and stayed in the expansionary zone for the second month. It was mainly supported by production and new orders as employment remained a drag, dropping 0.1ppt to 48.0%. Non-manufacturing hit a three-month low of 51.2%, dragged by moderation in new orders and business expectations. We expect policy support to continue and the July Politburo may see new measures being rolled out. Sector Aviation T...
In this report, we have summarised what we read from consumer companies’ 2023 results, the 2024 outlook and recent updates. We think companies: a) with overseas expansion or turnaround prospects, b) that have upside potential of improving operating efficiency, c) that will benefit from near-term catalysts (eg event-driven), and d) have increasing dividend payout will outperform. Anta, CR Beer, CTGDF, Galaxy, Haidilao, Haier, Midea and Shenzhou are our most preferred stocks. Maintain OVERWEIGHT.
During the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday, tourism, both domestic and outbound, catering and movie consumption put up strong performances. For the consumer sector, we prefer discretionary to staple, and Macau gaming in the discretionary space, given the strong recovery momentum of Macau tourism and moderate hike in opex. Galaxy is our top pick in Macau gaming sector, given its net cash position amid the higher interests. Maintain OVERWEIGHT.
We turn conservative on dairy companies’ top-line growth guidance for 2024, as we expect consumption to slow down in the discretionary segment while distributors are lacking enthusiasm in placing orders. We expect modest gross margin expansion, while companies may still achieve net profit margin expansion from disciplined investment and targeted marketing in 2024. Downgrade the dairy sector to MARKET WEIGHT. We switch our top pick to Yili.
Yili reported strong 3Q23 results, which can be attributed to the recovery of consumption scenes, consumers’ higher spending power, and a low base. Management maintains its 2023 revenue and net profit margin guidance. Going into 2024, Yili expects a better revenue growth, driven by penetration into lower-tier cities and rising selfdrinking consumption scenes. Maintain BUY. Cut target price by 6% to Rmb35.40 with lower revenue growth assumptions.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Economics PMI September’s improvement was a flash in the pan. Sector Property Top 100 developers’ Oct 23 sales weaker than expected; government housing supply to accelerate. Results Anhui Conch Cement (914 HK/BUY/HK$19.52/Target: HK$28.20) 3Q23: In line; margins compressed by lacklustre demand and high coal prices. Budweiser APAC (1876 HK/BUY/HK$14.88/Target: HK$22.50) 3Q23: Slight miss; expect a better 4Q23. Chongqing Brewery (600132 CH/BUY/Rmb78.50/Target: Rmb100.50) 3Q23: ...
GREATER CHINA Sector Property: Top 100 developers’ Oct 23 sales weaker than expected; government housing supply to accelerate. Results Anhui Conch Cement (914 HK/BUY/HK$19.52/Target: HK$28.20): 3Q23: In line; margins compressed by lacklustre demand and high coal prices. Budweiser APAC (1876 HK/BUY/HK$14.88/Target: HK$22.50): 3Q23: Slight miss; expect a better 4Q23. COSCO SHIPPING Holdings (1919 HK/BUY/HK$7.95/Target: HK$9.30): 3Q23: Results below expectations; outlook still cautious but valuatio...
During the Golden Week holiday, domestic tourism and catering recovery were on track while duty-free sales recovery was still weak. We prefer sportswear in the discretionary space, given the decent sales momentum during the holiday (Anta: in line with internal targets; Xtep: 20% yoy growth), and baijiu in the staples space, given baijiu’s strong brand power. We prefer Anta in the sportswear sector, given its multiple catalysts, and Moutai in the baijiu sector, for its highest earnings visibility...
Summary Want Want China Holdings Ltd - Strategy, SWOT and Corporate Finance Report, is a source of comprehensive company data and information. The report covers the company's structure, operation, SWOT analysis, product and service offerings and corporate actions, providing a 360˚ view of the company. Key Highlights Want Want China Holdings Ltd (Want Want) is a food and beverage products manufacturer. The company involved in manufacturing, distributing and marketing of rice crackers, dairy pr...
Yili reported in-line revenue but earnings missed consensus forecasts by 6% in 1H23. Liquid milk sales growth turned positive in 2Q23 (+0.5% yoy) and is expected to grow by mid-single digits yoy for Jul 23-Aug 23. Management sees a gradual recovery in the coming months, thanks to higher consumption from national sporting events and the upcoming holiday season, as well as the better competition landscape in IMF. It keeps full-year growth guidance unchanged. Maintain BUY. Target price: Rmb37.50.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Results BYD Company (1211 HK/BUY/HK$237.80/Target: HK$590.00) 2Q23: Earnings up 145% yoy and 65% qoq, in line. Maintain BUY. Target price: HK$590.00. China Feihe (6186 HK/HOLD/HK$4.81/Target: HK$5.18) 1H23: Results in line; growing asset-light digitalised stores. COSCO SHIPPING Ports (1199 HK/BUY/HK$4.72/Target: HK$6.00) 1H23: Results slightly beat our expectation; showing robustness amid slow macro environment. Country Garden Services (6098 HK/HOLD/HK$9.45/Target: HK$9.16) 1H...
GREATER CHINA Results BYD Company (1211 HK/BUY/HK$237.80/Target: HK$590.00): 2Q23: Earnings up 145% yoy and 65% qoq, in line. Maintain BUY. Target price: HK$590.00. China Feihe (6186 HK/HOLD/HK$4.81/Target: HK$5.18): 1H23: Results in line; growing asset-light digitalised stores. COSCO SHIPPING Ports (1199 HK/BUY/HK$4.72/Target: HK$6.00): 1H23: Results slightly beat our expectation; showing robustness amid slow macro environment. Country Garden Services (6098 HK/HOLD/HK$9.45/Target: HK$9.16): 1H2...
Yili’s 2Q23 revenue growth is likely to be milder than expected, dragged by tepid liquid milk sales and the industry’s intensified promotion of infant milk formulas. We are cautious on its high single-digit organic revenue growth guidance but remain confident on its 30bp organic earnings expansion due to product mix upgrading, lower raw milk prices and lower operating expense ratio. We resume coverage on Yili with a BUY rating and new target price of Rmb37.50.
GREATER CHINA Economics Money Supply: Weaker M1 growth points to need for policy stimulus. Update Alibaba Group (9988 HK/BUY/HK$87.00/Target: HK$130.00): Solid 1QFY24; Taobao+Tmall DAU/Time spend to be the key focus. Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group (600887 CH/BUY/Rmb28.50/Target: Rmb37.50): 2Q23 results preview: conservative on full-year revenue guidance. Small/Mid Cap Highlights SenseTime Group Inc (20 HK/NOT RATED/HK$1.89): Revolutionising industries with rapid iteration. INDONESIA Updat...
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Economics Money Supply Weaker M1 growth points to need for policy stimulus. Update Alibaba Group (9988 HK/BUY/HK$87.00/Target: HK$130.00) Solid 1QFY24; Taobao+Tmall DAU/Time spend to be the key focus. Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group (600887 CH/BUY/Rmb28.50/Target: Rmb37.50) 2Q23 results preview: conservative on full-year revenue guidance. Small/Mid Cap Highlights SenseTime Group Inc (20 HK/NOT RATED/HK$1.89) Revolutionising industries with rapid iteration. TRADERS’ CORNE...
MSCI China now trades at an undemanding 12-month forward PE of 10.2x, or a 37.0% discount to Emerging Asia. This steep discount is unwarranted and we expect valuation to normalise in 2H23, backed by additional policy support. However, a significant re-rating is only possible if credit growth accelerates; hence, our index target is at 74 points for now, implying 12.0x target PE. We prefer exposure to automobiles, consumer, industrial automation and online gaming. Steep discount unwarranted. We...
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