The food and beverage sector experienced a notable pullback today (November 11). Tracking the sector's performance, the Food ETF (515710) traded in negative territory throughout the session, declining 0.64% at the time of writing.
Among constituent stocks, baijiu (Chinese liquor) and some consumer staple stocks led the losses. Meihua Biological Group plunged over 3%, while Bright Dairy, Shuijingfang, Jinhuijiu, and Yanghe Brewery each dropped more than 1%, dragging down the sector.
Huaxin Securities noted that policy headwinds have pressured mid-to-high-end baijiu consumption, compressing price bands. Intensified competition has also forced liquor producers to increase promotions and marketing expenses, further squeezing profit margins. However, industry-wide inventory reduction efforts are underway, with leading firms demonstrating stronger resilience despite earnings pressure. While destocking continues and demand remains subdued, analysts recommend focusing on high-dividend industry leaders and oversold rebound candidates.
Valuation-wise, the sector trades near historic lows, presenting a potential buying opportunity. As of yesterday’s close (November 10), the Segmented Food Index tracked by Food ETF (515710) had a P/E ratio of 21.22x—hovering at the 11.74th percentile over the past decade—highlighting its long-term value.
CICC Research forecasts a clearer recovery inflection point for baijiu by 2026, anticipating policy impacts to fade gradually. Consumption scenarios are expected to stabilize, supported by pro-consumption measures, with year-on-year growth likely turning positive amid a low base effect. High-quality baijiu leaders with strong brand equity may lead the rebound.
GF Securities added that Q3 earnings divergence highlighted the resilience of top-tier liquor firms. As earnings pressure eases, the sector could enter a healthier growth phase in 2026.
For exposure to core food and beverage assets, investors may consider Food ETF (515710), which tracks the CSI Segmented Food & Beverage Industry Index. The ETF allocates ~60% to premium/mid-premium baijiu leaders (e.g., Kweichow Moutai, Wuliangye, Luzhou Laojiao) and ~40% to dairy, condiment, and beer sector leaders like Yili and Haitian Flavouring. The fund’s feeder shares (Class A 012548/Class C 012549) offer alternative access.
Data source: SSE/SZSE, as of November 11, 2025.
Risk disclosure: The ETF passively tracks an index with a base date of December 31, 2004. Historical performance does not guarantee future results. Constituent stock mentions are for illustrative purposes only, not recommendations. Investors should review fund documents and assess risk tolerance. The fund is rated R3 (moderate risk) for balanced (C3) or higher risk-profile investors. Regulatory approval does not imply endorsement of the fund’s merits. Investment involves risks.
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