As of October 30, 113 A-share listed companies in the food and beverage sector have disclosed their Q3 2025 financial reports. According to Wind data, these companies collectively generated revenue of 630.85 billion yuan in the first three quarters, marking a 1.99% year-on-year increase. However, net profits attributable to shareholders saw a slight decline of 0.26%, totaling 137.68 billion yuan.
Among them, 26 companies achieved both revenue and net profit growth compared to the same period last year. For instance, Fujian Wancheng Biotechnology Group reported revenue of 36.56 billion yuan, up 77.37% year-on-year, while net profit surged 917.04% to 855 million yuan.
In the first three quarters, 41 companies posted revenue growth, with 15 exceeding 10 billion yuan in revenue. Notably, Kweichow Moutai recorded revenue of 128.45 billion yuan, a 6.36% increase, and net profit rose 6.25% to 64.63 billion yuan.
On the profitability front, 45 companies saw net profit growth, including seven with over 100% year-on-year expansion. For example, Chunxue Food Group's net profit skyrocketed 1,320.44%, attributed to higher export sales and lower feed costs.
However, 20 companies reported losses ranging from 2 million yuan to 180 million yuan during the period.
Operating cash flow, a key health indicator, showed improvement. The sector's total operating cash inflow reached 110.06 billion yuan, with 84 companies maintaining positive cash flow.
National Bureau of Statistics data revealed fluctuating catering revenue growth, with September's figure dropping to 0.9% from August's 2.1%, hitting a two-year low. Wang Puzhong, CEO of Meituan's Core Local Commerce, noted that 2025's average dining ticket prices have returned to 2015 levels, signaling an era where value-for-money offerings reshape the industry.
In the liquor sector, Cai Xuefei, an expert at China Liquor Culture Brand Research Institute, observed that stimulus policies and inventory adjustments are helping the industry bottom out. The traditional peak season in Q4 may solidify this foundation for recovery.
Guotai Haitong's research highlights structural opportunities in beverages and growth potential in food ingredients and health products. While the liquor sector remains subdued, Q3 reports may reveal inventory reduction progress and channel confidence recovery.
Zhu Danpeng, Vice President of Guangdong Food Safety Promotion Association, anticipates seasonal demand during year-end holidays to boost food and beverage performance.
For investment strategies, analysts recommend focusing on undervalued industry leaders with national reach and emerging companies aligned with new consumption trends to capitalize on policy tailwinds and industry upgrades.
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