Summary of Wanchen Group's Conference Call Company Overview - Wanchen Group was established and listed in 2021, entering the snack wholesale market in 2022 through acquisitions of brands like Ling Shi Workshop and Hao Xiang Lai, leading to rapid store openings and brand consolidation under the Hao Xiang Ni brand by September 2023 [3][4]. Financial Performance - Revenue surged from 550 million yuan in 2022 to approximately 32 billion yuan in 2023, with net profit turning positive due to new channel traffic and market expansion strategies [3][4]. - The stock price experienced three phases: initial rapid increase due to market entry, a decline due to market pessimism and expansion costs, and a resurgence driven by strong performance and share buybacks [4]. Shareholding Structure - The shareholding structure is predominantly family-owned, with the controlling shareholder holding 41% of the shares. Most high-profit sub-brands have less than 30% control by Wanchen Group, complicating future share buybacks [5]. Future Growth Strategies - The focus for future growth is on the snack wholesale and discount supermarket sectors, with expectations of a 60% increase in revenue and profit by 2025 [6]. - The company anticipates reaching 20,000 stores by 2026 under neutral assumptions, with potential for 25,000 stores in optimistic scenarios, indicating a growth opportunity of 9,000 stores [8][9]. Recent Positive Developments - Recent events positively impacting Wanchen Group include the premium buyback of shares and strong performance in the snack wholesale sector, with Q3 revenues reaching 30 billion yuan, a 60% year-on-year increase [7]. Industry Dynamics - The snack wholesale industry is characterized by a duopoly, with significant market share concentrated among a few players. The company aims to leverage network effects, reduce subsidies, and enhance private label profitability to improve margins [10][12]. - The establishment of 51 large warehouse centers is expected to enhance gross margins and reduce transportation costs, supporting the expansion of up to 20,000 stores [11]. Competitive Landscape - The discount supermarket segment is gaining traction, with over 1,000 stores established since June 2024. Key players include "Snack You Ming" and "Qiaohuo Puzhi," with a focus on regions like Sichuan and Guangdong [14]. Profitability Enhancement - Profitability will be driven by three main factors: network effects, reduced subsidies, and increased private label margins. The net profit margin for snack wholesale is projected to improve from 0.38% in 2023 to around 2.6% by 2025-2026 [10][13]. Market Potential - The overall market for discount supermarkets is estimated to exceed 1 trillion yuan, with significant growth potential in community-based retail, targeting high-density residential areas [21][22]. Valuation and Forecast - The projected valuation for Wanchen Group is around 20 billion yuan, with potential for upward adjustments if industry trends or profitability improve beyond expectations [23].

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Investment Rating - The report assigns a "Buy" rating for the company, marking its first coverage in the market [5][49]. Core Viewpoints - The company is transitioning into the snack wholesale sector, which is expected to initiate a new growth era. The snack wholesale industry is experiencing rapid expansion, with market share increasingly concentrating among leading players [5][6][10]. - The company has established a strong market position in the snack wholesale sector, particularly in Jiangsu and Anhui, and is expanding into surrounding northern markets [6][10][39]. - The report anticipates significant revenue growth, projecting revenues of RMB 30.95 billion, RMB 48.98 billion, and RMB 59.99 billion for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively, with corresponding year-on-year growth rates of 233.1%, 58.3%, and 22.5% [5][7][49]. Summary by Sections Market Performance - As of February 27, 2025, the closing price of the company's stock is RMB 94.16, with a total market capitalization of RMB 16,947.84 million [3]. Financial Forecasts and Valuation - The company is expected to achieve a net profit of RMB 254 million in 2024, RMB 526 million in 2025, and RMB 886 million in 2026, with year-on-year growth rates of 406.72%, 106.74%, and 68.52% respectively [5][49]. - The report highlights that the company's price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is significantly lower than the industry average, suggesting potential undervaluation [6][49]. Industry Overview - The snack wholesale industry is projected to reach a market size of RMB 154.7 billion by 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 28% from 2019 to 2027 [6][26]. - The competitive landscape is characterized by a "two super, many strong" structure, with the company being one of the leading players alongside its main competitor [6][28]. Business Model and Strategy - The company has a robust supply chain and logistics system, with over 50,000 square meters of modern logistics warehouses and a digital supply chain system, enhancing its operational efficiency [6][39]. - The report notes the company's effective store expansion strategy, with a target of reaching 10,000, 13,500, and 16,000 stores by 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively [8][43].

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Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company [1] Core Views - The company is expected to achieve revenue of 30-34 billion yuan in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 223%-266%, and a net profit of 240-300 million yuan, indicating a turnaround from losses [8] - The bulk snack business is projected to generate revenue of 30-33 billion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 242.50%-276.75% [8] - The company is exploring new retail formats, such as hard discount stores, which may open new growth avenues [8] - The report revises the earnings forecast upwards, projecting revenues of 32 billion yuan in 2024, 48 billion yuan in 2025, and 57.55 billion yuan in 2026, with corresponding net profits of 280 million yuan, 660 million yuan, and 970 million yuan [8] Financial Summary - Total revenue for 2022 was 549.27 million yuan, with a forecast of 9.29 billion yuan for 2023 and 32 billion yuan for 2024, reflecting a significant increase [1] - The net profit for 2022 was 47.74 million yuan, with a forecasted loss of 82.93 million yuan for 2023, followed by a projected profit of 281.93 million yuan for 2024 [1] - The latest diluted EPS is expected to be 1.57 yuan per share in 2024, with a P/E ratio of 45.93 [1]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [1] Core Views - The company is expected to achieve revenue of 30-33 billion yuan from its bulk snack business in 2024, with a net profit forecast of 790-880 million yuan, resulting in a net profit margin of 2.50%-2.75% [1] - As of the end of 2024, the company is projected to have approximately 2.3 billion yuan in cash reserves, indicating strong liquidity [1] - The company plans to open over 8,000 new stores in 2024, bringing the total number of stores to 12,000-13,000, demonstrating its effective business model and operational capabilities [4] - The net profit margin for the bulk snack business in Q4 2024 is expected to be around 2.6%, with profitability expected to improve in 2025 due to reduced subsidy policies [4] - The company is anticipated to recover minority stakes in subsidiaries, which will enhance profitability through scale effects [4] - The report emphasizes the transformation of supply-demand relationships in the retail sector, highlighting investment opportunities in discount retailing and the bulk snack sector [4] Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to grow from 9.294 billion yuan in 2023 to 32.027 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth rate of 244.6% [3] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to increase significantly from a loss of 830 million yuan in 2023 to a profit of 270 million yuan in 2024 [3] - The gross profit margin is forecasted to improve gradually from 9.3% in 2023 to 11.6% in 2026 [3] - Earnings per share (EPS) are projected to rise from -0.46 yuan in 2023 to 1.50 yuan in 2024, and further to 5.81 yuan by 2026 [3] - The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is expected to decrease from 67.15 in 2024 to 17.36 in 2026, indicating improved valuation as earnings grow [3]

2025 年 01 月 25 日 利润持续释放，布局省钱超市探索新业态 —万辰集团（300972.SZ）公司事件点评报告 买入(维持) 事件 | 分析师：孙山山 | S1050521110005 | | --- | --- | | sunss@cfsc.com.cn | | | 联系人：张倩 | S1050124070037 | | zhangqian@cfsc.com.cn | | | 基本数据 | 2025-01-24 | | --- | --- | | 当前股价（元） | 100.79 | | 总市值（亿元） | 181 | | 总股本（百万股） | 180 | | 流通股本（百万股） | 156 | | 52 周价格范围（元） | 18.02-105.49 | | 日均成交额（百万元） | 113.91 | 市场表现 -100 -50 0 50 100 150 200 250 (%) 万辰集团 沪深300 资料来源：Wind，华鑫证券研究 2、《万辰集团（300972）：业绩持 续增长，门店数量快速扩张》2024- 08-19 3、《万辰集团（300972）：量贩零 食高速推进，效率优化释放盈利》 2 ...

Financial Performance Forecast - The company expects a net profit of 240 million to 300 million CNY for 2024, a significant recovery from a loss of 82.93 million CNY in the previous year[3] - Operating revenue is projected to be between 3,000 million and 3,400 million CNY, compared to 929.37 million CNY in the same period last year, indicating a substantial increase[3] - The snack business is expected to achieve operating revenue of 30 billion to 33 billion CNY, representing a year-on-year growth of 242.50% to 276.75%[6] - The net profit for the snack business is anticipated to be between 790 million and 880 million CNY, with a net profit margin of 2.50% to 2.75%[6] - The performance forecast is based on preliminary calculations and has not yet been audited by an accounting firm[4] Business Development and Strategy - The company has approximately 2.3 billion CNY in cash, ensuring sufficient funds for business development[5] - The company is focusing on enhancing its supply chain, logistics, brand building, and digital capabilities to support sustainable growth[6] - The company emphasizes the importance of high-quality development in its snack and edible mushroom businesses in response to national consumption policies[5] Market Conditions and Investor Guidance - The edible mushroom business has been impacted by market factors, leading to lower sales prices for key products like enoki mushrooms[6] - Investors are advised to make cautious decisions as the financial data will be finalized in the 2024 annual report[7]

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Investment Rating - Buy rating, first-time coverage [2] Core Views - The company has shown strong development momentum in 2024, with its first store under the "Laiyoupin" brand opening in January 2025, marking further innovation in the snack retail industry [5] - The company is expected to maintain rapid growth due to the continuous expansion of its snack retail business and increasing market share [5] - The company has actively explored business transformation, entering the snack retail market in 2022 and integrating multiple snack brands to enhance market competitiveness [6] - The company's snack retail business has accelerated, with net profit margins steadily increasing, and the number of stores expected to reach 10,000 by the end of 2024 [7] - The snack retail market has formed a duopoly, with the company having significant room for store expansion and potential for profit margin improvement [8][9] Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of 2024, the company achieved revenue of 20.613 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 320.63%, and net profit attributable to the parent company of 84 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 248.64% [7] - The snack retail business achieved quarterly revenues of 4.695 billion yuan, 5.979 billion yuan, and 9.554 billion yuan in Q1-Q3 2024, with net profit margins of 2.5%, 2.72%, and 2.73% respectively [7] - The company's gross profit margin for the snack retail business exceeded 10% in the first half of 2024, with a stable operating net profit margin of 2-3% [8] Business Strategy - The company has transitioned from focusing on edible fungi to diversified retail business, integrating multiple snack brands to enhance market competitiveness [6] - The company has accelerated the layout of its snack retail business, with a focus on store model refinement and upgrading, aiming to improve store efficiency through customized products and private brands [8] - The company has increased its control over subsidiaries by acquiring minority equity, which is expected to enhance consolidated net profit and demonstrate stronger control over subsidiaries [9] Market Outlook - The snack retail market is in a rapid store expansion phase, with the company actively expanding its store network to capture market share [8] - The company is expected to achieve significant profit margin improvement in the long term as the business stabilizes and economies of scale emerge [9] Financial Forecast - The company is expected to achieve revenues of 30.254 billion yuan, 49.577 billion yuan, and 56.468 billion yuan in 2024-2026, with year-on-year growth rates of 225.53%, 63.87%, and 13.9% respectively [10] - Net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to be 203 million yuan, 568 million yuan, and 754 million yuan in 2024-2026, with year-on-year growth rates of 345.07%, 179.58%, and 32.68% respectively [10] - The company's EPS is expected to be 1.13 yuan, 3.16 yuan, and 4.19 yuan in 2024-2026, with corresponding P/E ratios of 80, 29, and 22 times [10] Financial Ratios - The company's gross profit margin is expected to increase from 9.3% in 2023 to 12.0%, 12.8%, and 13.0% in 2024-2026 [15] - The net profit margin is expected to improve from -0.9% in 2023 to 0.7%, 1.1%, and 1.3% in 2024-2026 [15] - ROE is expected to increase from -12.8% in 2023 to 21.4%, 45.6%, and 46.0% in 2024-2026 [15]