Core Insights - The white liquor industry in 2025 is characterized by both "pain and transformation," with high inventory levels and price inversions affecting the market, leading some companies to engage in "price reduction for volume" strategies [2] - The trend of rational consumption is deepening, with "face consumption" giving way to "self-enjoyment drinking" [2] Group 1: Industry Trends - The industry is transitioning from a phase of scale pursuit to a "medium-low growth era," where leading companies must find a balance between "progress" and "stability" [4] - Major companies like Moutai and Wuliangye are focusing on long-term strategies, emphasizing market stability and adapting product offerings to align with consumer demand [4][6] - The white liquor sector has moved away from expansion, prioritizing "healthiness first" in a competitive environment [9] Group 2: Company Strategies - Moutai aims to enhance market stability by reducing the volume of high-value products and dynamically balancing product supply based on market demand [4][9] - Wuliangye has defined 2026 as a year for "marketing innovation," focusing on balancing short-term and long-term strategies, supply and demand, and development and safety [4][11] - Other companies like Jinshiyuan and Gujing Gongjiu are also emphasizing market breakthroughs, brand enhancement, and structural upgrades in their strategic plans for 2026 [6][8] Group 3: Consumer Focus - Moutai is shifting towards a consumer-centric approach, promoting a multi-channel sales model and focusing on new consumption scenarios [14] - Wuliangye is targeting new consumer demographics, including younger and female consumers, to expand its market base [14][20] - Gujing Gongjiu is integrating health products into its strategy, aiming to create new consumer experiences and lifestyle offerings [15][21] Group 4: Product Innovation - The industry is witnessing a generational shift in consumer preferences, with younger consumers showing less interest in traditional liquor [17] - Wuliangye is launching lower-alcohol products and innovative experiences to attract younger consumers [17][20] - Gujing Gongjiu has introduced a "light degree" concept with new product lines aimed at younger audiences, enhancing its retail experience [21] Group 5: Collaborative Ecosystem - Companies are moving towards a collaborative ecosystem, viewing distributors as integral to brand development rather than mere sales channels [11][13] - The focus is on building a "shared destiny" between manufacturers and distributors, emphasizing risk-sharing and mutual benefits [11][13]

Core Viewpoint - The demand for liquor during the New Year holiday was weak, with feedback indicating a year-on-year decline of over 20%, although there was slight improvement compared to November and December. The supply side is adjusting with lower targets from liquor companies, and channel inventory is expected to ease. The overall demand for the Spring Festival is anticipated to decline by double digits, but the drop is expected to be less severe than during the New Year holiday. High-end liquor prices are under pressure due to continuous shipments from Moutai and upcoming deliveries from traditional channels, with expectations of price stabilization after a decline [1][2][3][4]. Demand Analysis - The New Year demand was weak, with a year-on-year decline of over 20%, but there was a slight month-on-month improvement from November and December. The industry is still in the off-season, and consumer gatherings were limited. The estimated industry shipment volume during the New Year is expected to decline by over 10%, with significant reductions in business banquets and group purchases. High-end liquor prices have dropped by over 10%, while mid-range liquor prices have generally decreased by 5-10%. However, there are signs of resilience in mass consumption, particularly in regions like Sichuan and Anhui [2][3]. Supply Side Insights - Liquor companies are lowering their targets, and channels are expected to further reduce inventory pressure. Many companies have not met their initial collection targets for the year, leading to more conservative growth targets for 2026. The requirement for Spring Festival returns has been lowered to 30-40%, and companies are slowing down their shipment pace to manage channel inventory effectively. The willingness to collect payments is cautious, focusing on cash flow protection and maintaining core brand distribution rights [3][4]. Price Dynamics - High-end liquor prices are expected to remain under pressure, with Moutai's continuous shipments and upcoming deliveries affecting the market. The price of Moutai is anticipated to face marginal pressure, while Wuliangye's promotional activities may slightly stimulate sales. The price of mid-range liquor is at a relatively low level, with channel profits thinning, and prices are expected to stabilize at low levels during the Spring Festival [4][5]. Company Strategies - Moutai is advancing its marketing transformation and reducing distribution pressure by creating a pyramid product system and launching digital initiatives to stimulate consumer demand. Wuliangye is focusing on maintaining market order and enhancing channel incentives, while also pushing for improved sales and market share. Luzhou Laojiao is adjusting its product structure and promoting low-alcohol products, and Fenjiu is enhancing regional coverage for its products. Other companies like Gujing and Yanghe are also focusing on market penetration and channel management to improve sales performance [5][6]. Investment Recommendations - The pessimistic factors have been priced in, and as the Spring Festival approaches, demand recovery is expected. Moutai is recommended for its strong fundamentals, while Gujing is highlighted for its potential growth in the mass market segment. Other companies like Wuliangye, Shanxi Fenjiu, and Luzhou Laojiao are also under observation for their inventory clearance strategies. Innovative products like Zhenjiu Lidu are noted for their market potential [7].

Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a significant decline in the retail prices of major Chinese liquor brands, particularly in the white liquor market, with the average price of the top ten products reaching a new low since the "Double Twelve" shopping festival [1] Price Trends - The average retail price of the top ten Chinese liquor products on January 6 was 9068 yuan, down 13 yuan from the previous day, indicating a downward trend in pricing [1] - The market showed a notable divergence with five products increasing in price and five decreasing, reflecting pressure on core product prices [1] Price Increases - Key products that saw price increases include: - Qinghua Lang, which rose by 17 yuan per bottle - Xijiu Junpin, which increased by 12 yuan per bottle - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+, which went up by 6 yuan per bottle - Crystal Jian Nan Chun, which increased by 4 yuan per bottle - Guojiao 1573, which saw a slight increase of 2 yuan per bottle [1] Price Decreases - Products that experienced price declines include: - Feitian Moutai, which dropped significantly by 35 yuan per bottle due to the impact of the introduction of a lower-priced Moutai variant - Boutique Moutai, which fell by 9 yuan per bottle - Qinghua Fen 20, which decreased by 6 yuan per bottle - Wuliangye Pu 58, which saw a decline of 3 yuan per bottle - Gujing Gong Gu 20, which had a minor drop of 1 yuan per bottle [1][4][5] Data Collection Methodology - The data for the "Liquor Price Reference" is sourced from approximately 200 collection points across various regions, including designated distributors, social distributors, mainstream e-commerce platforms, and retail outlets, aiming to provide an objective and traceable overview of the market prices [2]

新浪财经"酒价内参"过去24小时中收集的数据显示，中国白酒市场十大单品的终端零售均价在1月6日未 能延续反弹，整体价格再度显著下行，创下双十二以来新低。如果十大单品各取一瓶整体打包售卖，今 日总售价为9068元，较昨日回落13元，价格中枢再度下探。 今日市场呈显著分化格局，五涨五跌，核心产品的价格压力突出。上涨产品方面，青花郎延续强势，环 比上涨17元/瓶，实现大幅二连阳领涨市场。习酒君品价格上涨12元/瓶，反弹力度较大。洋河梦之蓝 M6+价格上涨6元/瓶。水晶剑南春价格上涨4元/瓶。国窖1573价格上涨2元/瓶。下跌产品方面，受i茅台 推出平价茅台影响的逐渐传递，飞天茅台的价格回调幅度惊人，大幅下跌35元/瓶，对市场整体价格形 成明显影响。精品茅台价格下跌9元/瓶。青花汾20价格下跌6元/瓶。五粮液普五八代价格下跌3元/瓶。 古井贡古20价格小跌1元/瓶。 "酒价内参"的每日数据源自全国各大区均有合理分布的约200个采集点，包括但不限于酒企的指定经销 商、社会经销商、主流电商平台和零售网点等，原始取样数据为过去24个小时中各点位经手的真实成交 终端零售价格，力求为社会各界提供一份关于知名白酒市场价格的客观、 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese liquor market is experiencing a significant price decline, with the average retail price of the top ten liquor products hitting a new low since the Double Twelve shopping festival, indicating a notable market correction [1]. Price Trends - The overall price of the top ten liquor products decreased to 9068 yuan, down 13 yuan from the previous day, reflecting a downward trend in the price center [1]. - The market shows a clear divergence, with five products increasing in price and five decreasing [1]. Price Increases - Qinghua Lang saw a strong performance with a price increase of 17 yuan per bottle, marking a significant two-day rise [1]. - Xijiu Junpin's price rose by 12 yuan per bottle, indicating a robust rebound [1]. - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+ increased by 6 yuan per bottle, while Shuijing Jian Nan Chun rose by 4 yuan per bottle [1]. - Guojiao 1573 experienced a slight increase of 2 yuan per bottle [1]. Price Decreases - The price of Feitian Moutai dropped significantly by 35 yuan per bottle, influenced by the introduction of a more affordable Moutai product [1]. - The price of Boutique Moutai fell by 9 yuan per bottle, and Qinghua Fen 20 decreased by 6 yuan per bottle [1]. - Wuliangye Pu 58th generation saw a decline of 3 yuan per bottle, while Gujing Gong Gu 20 dropped by 1 yuan per bottle [1]. Data Collection Methodology - The data is sourced from approximately 200 collection points across various regions, including designated distributors, social distributors, mainstream e-commerce platforms, and retail outlets, ensuring a comprehensive and objective representation of the liquor market prices [2].

Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a significant decline in the retail prices of major Chinese liquor brands, with the overall price reaching a new low since the "Double Twelve" shopping festival [1][6]. Price Trends - The average retail price of the top ten liquor products in China on January 6 fell to 9068 yuan, a decrease of 13 yuan from the previous day, indicating a downward trend in price levels [1][6]. - The market exhibited a notable divergence, with five products increasing in price and five decreasing, reflecting significant pricing pressure on core products [7]. Price Changes of Key Products - The following products experienced price increases: - Qinghua Lang rose by 17 yuan per bottle - Xijiu Junpin increased by 12 yuan per bottle - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+ went up by 6 yuan per bottle - Shuijing Jianan Chun increased by 4 yuan per bottle - Guojiao 1573 saw a rise of 2 yuan per bottle [7]. - Conversely, the following products saw price declines: - Feitian Moutai dropped by 35 yuan per bottle, significantly impacting the overall market price - Boutique Moutai decreased by 9 yuan per bottle - Qinghua Fen 20 fell by 6 yuan per bottle - Wuliangye Pu 58th generation decreased by 3 yuan per bottle - Gujing Gong Gu 20 saw a minor drop of 1 yuan per bottle [7][9]. Data Collection Methodology - The daily data for the liquor price reference is sourced from approximately 200 collection points across various regions, including designated distributors, social distributors, mainstream e-commerce platforms, and retail outlets, aiming to provide objective and traceable market price data [2][7]. iMoutai App Launch - Starting January 6, iMoutai allows users to purchase two types of Guizhou Moutai products via its app, with options for selecting production dates, either past or future, enhancing consumer purchasing flexibility [2][7].

Core Insights - The core viewpoint of the article highlights a significant decline in the retail prices of major Chinese liquor brands, with the average price of the top ten products reaching a new low since December 12, indicating ongoing market pressure [1][6]. Price Trends - The overall retail price of the top ten liquor products on January 6 is reported at 9068 yuan, a decrease of 13 yuan from the previous day, marking a downward trend in price levels [1][6]. - The market shows a notable divergence with five products increasing in price and five decreasing, reflecting varying pressures on core products [7]. Price Increases - Key products that saw price increases include: - Qinghua Lang, which rose by 17 yuan per bottle, continuing its strong performance [7]. - Xijiu Junpin, which increased by 12 yuan per bottle, showing significant rebound strength [7]. - Yanghe Dream Blue M6+ with a rise of 6 yuan per bottle [7]. - Shuijing Jian Nan Chun up by 4 yuan per bottle [7]. - Guojiao 1573, which increased by 2 yuan per bottle [7]. Price Decreases - Major products experiencing price declines include: - Feitian Moutai, which saw a dramatic drop of 35 yuan per bottle, significantly impacting the overall market price [7]. - Boutique Moutai down by 9 yuan per bottle [7]. - Qinghua Fen 20 decreased by 6 yuan per bottle [7]. - Wuliangye Pu 58th generation down by 3 yuan per bottle [7]. - Gujing Gong Gu 20 with a slight decrease of 1 yuan per bottle [7]. Data Collection Methodology - The daily data for the liquor price reference is sourced from approximately 200 collection points across various regions, including designated distributors, social distributors, mainstream e-commerce platforms, and retail outlets, aiming to provide objective and traceable market price data [2][7]. iMoutai App Update - Starting January 6, iMoutai allows users to purchase two types of Moutai products via its app, with options for selecting production dates, enhancing consumer access to the products [2][7].

Industry Environment - The liquor industry is undergoing a channel transformation, with traditional inventory strategies failing and instant retail emerging as a new opportunity. Leading companies like Moutai and Luzhou Laojiao are exploring online channels and new models such as "live streaming + instant fulfillment" [3] - The scattered liquor market is expected to grow from 80 billion yuan in 2024 to over 100 billion yuan in 2025, driven by companies like Gujing Gongjiu and Kuozi Jiao, which are targeting young consumers with experiential and diverse product offerings [5] - The competition in the liquor industry is shifting towards "value deepening," with companies focusing on product reconstruction and cultural resonance to meet the demands of younger and female consumers [6] Market Trends - The trend of low-alcohol liquor is gaining traction, with major brands like Wuliangye and Gujing Gongjiu launching new products to cater to younger consumers' preferences for lower alcohol content. The low-alcohol market is projected to reach 57 billion yuan by 2025 [7] - The white liquor market is experiencing a shift from "face consumption" to "substance consumption," with a focus on quality and experience rather than just brand prestige [9][14] - The scattered liquor market is becoming a new growth area, with brands leveraging community consumption and flexible pricing strategies to attract consumers [20][21] Sales and Marketing Strategies - Companies are increasingly focusing on enhancing bottle opening rates to address high inventory levels and declining consumption. Some brands have reported significant increases in opening rates through targeted marketing strategies [15] - The concept of "user co-creation" is emerging as a key strategy for brands to engage consumers and enhance brand loyalty, with companies like Wuliangye and Fenjiu exploring new ways to connect with their audience [16][17] - The wedding market is seeing a resurgence, with a 30% increase in wedding events in certain regions, although overall liquor consumption at these events is declining due to economic pressures [19] Brand Dynamics - Moutai is facing challenges with declining prices and inventory buildup, prompting the company to optimize its product structure and marketing strategies to attract younger consumers [12][14] - The introduction of new products and collaborations, such as the partnership between Water Well and actor Tony Leung, is aimed at enhancing brand image and connecting with consumers on an emotional level [26][34] - The rise of health-oriented products, particularly in the health liquor segment, is attracting younger female consumers, with brands like Jinjiu successfully tapping into this demographic [36] Future Outlook - The liquor industry is expected to continue evolving, with a focus on digital transformation and the integration of AI technologies to enhance operational efficiency and consumer engagement [37] - The scattered liquor market is projected to exceed 100 billion yuan, indicating a significant shift in consumer preferences towards more affordable and accessible options [20][21] - The industry is likely to see a continued emphasis on quality and value, as brands adapt to changing consumer demands and market conditions [22][29]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommendation" rating for the liquor industry, indicating an expectation that the industry index will outperform the benchmark index by more than 5% in the next 3-6 months [21]. Core Insights - The report highlights that the demand for liquor is showing weak recovery, with a year-on-year decline of over 20% during the New Year period, although there is a slight month-on-month improvement from November and December [4]. - The report notes that the high-end liquor prices are under pressure, with a decline of over 10% for high-end products and 5-10% for mid-range products, while the mass consumption segment remains resilient [4]. - The report anticipates a narrowing of the decline in demand for the upcoming Spring Festival, with expectations of a double-digit decline but less severe than during the New Year [4]. - The report emphasizes that the pricing for high-end liquor will remain under pressure, with expectations of continued marginal declines in prices [4]. Industry Overview - The liquor industry consists of 20 listed companies with a total market capitalization of 288.22 billion yuan and a circulating market value of 288.18 billion yuan [1]. - The report provides a comparative performance analysis, indicating absolute performance declines of -6.0% over one month, -1.4% over six months, and -9.9% over twelve months [2]. Company Feedback and Strategies - Moutai is focusing on market-oriented transformation and has introduced a digital platform to stimulate consumer demand [5]. - Wuliangye is emphasizing sales growth and market order maintenance, with a strategy to enhance market share in the 800 yuan price range [5]. - Luzhou Laojiao plans to increase subsidies and rebates to ensure consumer affordability while maintaining its brand position [5]. - Shanxi Fenjiu is focusing on key markets and maintaining growth momentum for its premium products [5]. - Yanghe is adjusting its sales strategies based on terminal orders and distributor inventory, with a focus on maintaining reasonable inventory levels [5]. - Jinsiyuan is experiencing growth in its mass price segment, which is expected to continue contributing to overall growth [5]. Investment Recommendations - The report suggests that pessimistic factors have been priced in, and as the Spring Festival approaches, demand is expected to recover, particularly for Moutai and Gujing [4]. - The report recommends focusing on Moutai for its high certainty and dividend yield, while also highlighting Gujing as a key player in the mass price segment [4].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the significant rise in the liquor sector, particularly led by Kweichow Moutai, which saw a 2.87% increase in the sector on January 5, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.38% and the Shenzhen Component Index by 2.24% [1] Group 2 - Kweichow Moutai (stock code: 600519) closed at 1426.00 CNY, up 3.54%, with a trading volume of 70,900 shares and a transaction value of 10.018 billion CNY [1] - Other notable stocks in the liquor sector included Shanxi Fenjiu (600809) with a 3.08% increase, closing at 176.99 CNY, and Wuliangye (000858) which rose by 1.85% to 107.90 CNY [1] - The liquor sector experienced a net inflow of 1.441 billion CNY from main funds, while retail funds saw a net outflow of 1.07 billion CNY [1][2]