Yuan Zhu is Chief Equity Research Analyst at Guosen Securities, where he leads in-depth research and analysis on publicly listed companies across China’s equity markets. He covers major Chinese listed companies within core sectors such as financials, consumer goods, industrials, and technology, delivering actionable insights that have contributed to Guosen’s strong equity research reputation. Zhu has been part of Guosen Securities’ management team since ascending to this senior role, with prior analyst experience and a consistent record of high-quality research, as cited in professional directories. He holds advanced credentials typical for his position in China’s securities industry, such as local regulatory certifications for securities analysis, and is recognized internally for his leadership in equity research.
Yuan Zhu followed up on the NeuroSeq acquisition, asking for additional color on its past and forward-looking growth trajectory, as well as plans to gain market share.
Brian Markison, CEO, noted terrific growth for NeuroSeq, with October achieving an all-time high. Bob Marshall, CFO, added that NeuroSeq has shown healthy inorganic growth rates, and Lantheus plans to expand its PMF network and bolster the U.S. sales team to drive further market share gains.
Yuan Zhu followed up on the Neuraceq acquisition, asking for additional color on its past and future growth trajectory and plans to gain market share.
CEO Brian Markison noted terrific growth for Neuraceq, with October achieving an all-time high, and expects continued momentum. CFO Bob Marshall added that the acquisition has shown healthy historic growth rates, with plans to expand the PMF network and bolster the US sales team to drive further market share and value.
Yuan Zhu asked about the underlying assumptions for price and volume growth in the Q4 top-line guidance, the company's approach to discounting, and planned marketing initiatives and the trajectory of sales and marketing expenses for Q4. She also inquired about the product roadmap, including any other new product launches this year and plans for product iteration and lineup expansion in 2026.
CFO Leon Deng stated that Q4 guidance is prudent, assuming a strong holiday season. The company aims to increase average selling price (ASP) with products like Balance 2 and T-Rex 3 Pro to expand gross margin, while selectively applying discounts. Marketing expenses are expected to remain flat around $10-$11 million per quarter, with investments focused on ROI and growth opportunities. For the product roadmap, he confirmed the T-Rex 3 Pro 44mm version launched in Q4, with other new products undisclosed. He anticipates a similar pace of 2-3 new product launches per quarter in 2026, following a cadence of refreshing entry-level, challenger, and sports lines throughout the year.
Yuan Zhu with Guangfa Securities asked about Zepp Health's Q4 top-line guidance assumptions, including price and volume growth, discounting strategies, and planned marketing initiatives, as well as the expected trajectory of sales and marketing expenses. She also inquired about the product roadmap, specifically any remaining new product launches for the current year and plans for product iteration, lineup expansion (e.g., running smartwatches, smart rings), and the pace of new product launches in 2026.
CEO Wayne Huang indicated a positive Q4 holiday season outlook, aiming to increase average selling prices and gross margins with new premium products like Balance 2 and T-Rex 3 Pro, while selectively applying discounts. He noted marketing expenses typically hover around $10-11 million per quarter, with a focus on ROI and front-loading investments for growth when opportunities arise, as seen in Q3. For the product roadmap, he confirmed the T-Rex 3 Pro 44mm version launched in Q4, with more unannounced products expected. He outlined a consistent cadence of 2-3 new product launches per quarter in 2026, similar to 2025, refreshing entry-level lines in Q1, challenger lines in Q2, and sports lines in Q3.
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