巴比食品：预计2025年团餐毛利率基本维持在2024年年度水平

Core Insights - The company has observed a continuous decline in single-store revenue for both its own and non-Babi brands over the past few years, but there has been a slow recovery since the second half of last year, albeit at a weaker pace compared to Babi brands [1] - The company is currently refining its product and store models for new business formats such as bagel shops and noodle restaurants, with plans to consider market franchising once the store model matures [1] - In the catering business, the company is expanding through both traditional and new business channels, with new business channels experiencing over 30% growth, now accounting for approximately 40% of total revenue [1] Business Performance - The retail channel has seen over 60% year-on-year growth, with significant contributions from fresh e-commerce platforms, Tmall, JD.com, and Douyin, which together make up nearly 50% of the new business channel [1] - The company aims to deepen collaborations with high-potential clients, such as Yonghui Supermarket, to expand sales and create more successful case studies [1] Profitability Outlook - The company expects the gross margin for its catering business to remain at the same level as in 2024, despite potential adverse impacts from new client types, which will be mitigated through further efficiency improvements [2]