0516 GMT - Chinese restaurant operator Haidilao International's same-store sales could recover in 2H after 1H's likely weaker sales, Nomura analysts say in a note. They expect The company's same-store sales could recover in 2H thanks to a lower base and initiatives including selective store-theme revamps and collaborations with popular series. FY 2025 revenue could therefore improve slightly to 42.8 billion yuan. However, persistent margin pressures may drag FY 2025 adjusted net profit by 4% to 3.98 billion yuan. The analysts cut their FY 2025-FY 2027 net profit forecasts by 7%-10% to reflect higher-than-expected operating costs. Nomura maintains its buy rating but trims the stock's target to HK$16.20 from HK$20.20. Shares are last at HK$13.86. (megan.cheah@wsj.com)

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