WLY(000858) 每日经济新闻·2025-04-26 02:56Core Viewpoint - Wuliangye reported its 2024 annual and 2025 Q1 financial results, showing a steady growth in revenue and net profit, indicating a robust operational strategy despite a competitive market environment [1][2][3] Financial Performance - In 2024, Wuliangye achieved a revenue of 89.175 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 7.09%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 31.853 billion yuan, up 5.44% [1] - For Q1 2025, the company reported a revenue of 36.94 billion yuan, reflecting a 6.05% year-on-year growth, with a net profit of 14.86 billion yuan, increasing by 5.8% [1][6] - The gross profit margin for liquor products exceeded 82% in 2024, marking a continuous increase since 2016, with Wuliangye's product gross margin reaching 87% [1][3] Product and Market Strategy - Wuliangye optimized its product system in 2024, focusing on a balanced pricing strategy and launching new products to meet diverse consumer needs [3] - The company reported a significant increase in sales volume, with liquor products achieving a total sales volume of 162,000 tons and an average price of approximately 513,200 yuan per ton [3] - The revenue from series liquor products reached 15.251 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 11.79% [3] Channel Development - Wuliangye emphasized enhancing its distribution channels, achieving a 12.89% year-on-year growth in direct sales channels, which now account for about 40% of total revenue [4] - The company added 16,000 core terminal points and 138 new specialty stores, optimizing its traditional channel structure [4] Contract Liabilities and Cash Flow - As of the end of 2024, Wuliangye's contract liabilities reached 11.69 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 70.3%, indicating strong market confidence [5][7] - The company reported a cash flow of 138.55 billion yuan and a significant increase in contract liabilities, both reaching historical highs [7] Shareholder Returns - Wuliangye announced a total cash dividend of 22.301 billion yuan for 2024, with a dividend payout ratio of 70%, the highest in recent years [7]