On July 7, Haidilao (06862.HK) fell 3.06% in regular trading, trading at HK$10.79/share, with turnover of HK$89.4 million. The stock has continued to slide from its 52-week high of HK$17.38, now approaching its 52-week low of HK$10.58.

On the news front, multiple reports in recent days highlighted that Haidilao's key sub-brand Yanqing Roast Meat has closed at least 19 stores this year with no new openings, including all three Guangzhou locations. The brand, once considered Haidilao's strongest secondary label with over 80 stores at its peak, has seen its expansion stall amid concerns over pricing competitiveness in the 100-110 yuan per-capita range. Meanwhile, southbound funds have been persistently reducing holdings, with a cumulative net reduction of approximately 19.4 million shares over the past 20 trading days.

Additionally, competitor Banu Hotpot filed for its third Hong Kong IPO attempt on June 17, with its monthly floor efficiency of RMB 2,650 reportedly exceeding Haidilao's estimated RMB 2,000, adding competitive pressure to the sector leader.

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