Financial Performance - The group's revenue increased by 0.7% from RMB 1,556.0 million in 2022 to RMB 1,566.7 million in 2023[14]. - The group's gross profit decreased by 14.4% from RMB 780.5 million in 2022 to RMB 668.2 million in 2023[14]. - The group's net profit fell by 43.9% from RMB 230.0 million in 2022 to RMB 129.0 million in 2023[14]. - Basic earnings per share decreased by 40.0% from RMB 0.20 in 2022 to RMB 0.12 in 2023[14]. - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 95.4 million for the year, down from RMB 204.9 million in the previous year[15]. - The company’s non-controlling interests reported a loss of RMB 16.7 million in 2023 compared to a loss of RMB 5.3 million in 2022[15]. - The group reported a net cash flow from operating activities of RMB (118.686) million for the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to RMB 93.295 million in 2022[183]. - The net profit for the year was RMB 128.997 million, a decrease from RMB 229.950 million in 2022[199]. - The company experienced a decrease in pre-tax profit from RMB 294.497 million in 2022 to RMB 180.448 million in 2023[199]. Revenue Breakdown - Total revenue for the year reached RMB 1,566,673,000, with a breakdown of RMB 1,265,415,000 from pharmaceutical products and RMB 301,258,000 from medical devices and supplies[29]. - Revenue from pharmaceutical sales decreased by 57.7% from RMB 1,030.2 million in 2022 to RMB 436.3 million in 2023, primarily due to a decline in sales prices and slow recovery in the post-COVID market[118]. - Revenue from medical device sales increased by 230.3% from RMB 251.0 million in 2022 to RMB 829.1 million in 2023, attributed to new agency rights obtained in Shanghai and Zhejiang[118]. - Revenue from Alcon products was RMB 301.3 million, a 9.6% increase year-over-year, accounting for 19.2% of total revenue during the reporting period[59]. - The medical products segment generated revenue of RMB 1,030,198,000, representing 66.2% of total revenue in 2022, while the medical device segment contributed RMB 436,268,000, or 27.8%[62]. Expenses and Costs - The group's annual profit decreased by 43.9% to RMB 129.0 million in 2023, with a net profit margin dropping from 14.8% in 2022 to 8.2% in 2023[105]. - In 2023, the group's sales cost increased by 15.8% to RMB 898.4 million, primarily due to the rise in sales costs of medical device products[100]. - Distribution and selling expenses decreased by 9.7% to RMB 422.6 million in 2023, with the percentage of these expenses to revenue dropping from 30.1% in 2022 to 27.0% in 2023[102]. - Administrative expenses increased by 36.6% from RMB 82.1 million in 2022 to RMB 112.1 million in 2023, representing 7.2% of revenue compared to 5.3% in 2022[187]. Investments and Assets - The company invested RMB 27.5 million in Hunan Tiantong Environmental Protection Co., holding a 75% stake after additional investment[115]. - The company has not made any investments exceeding 5% of its total asset value in any invested company as of December 31, 2023[93]. - The company's investment in structured bank deposits decreased from RMB 105 million in 2022 to RMB 10 million in 2023[78]. - The group’s total liabilities include trade payables of RMB 284.9 million and bank borrowings of RMB 28.9 million as of December 31, 2022[147]. Market Strategy and Development - The company is focused on expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings in the medical sector[5]. - The company plans to enhance its market presence in the medical device sector, focusing on high-potential areas such as ophthalmology and dentistry[58]. - The company plans to continue improving its medical device product market layout and enhance promotional efforts to increase revenue contributions from this segment[87]. - The group is actively maintaining close ties with multiple overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies to introduce potential products for marketing and sales[67]. - The group is transforming from a sales-oriented company to a comprehensive pharmaceutical enterprise integrating research, development, production, and sales[169]. Corporate Governance and Policies - The group is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance to safeguard shareholder interests and enhance corporate value[138]. - The group has established a dividend policy, expecting to announce dividends after the publication of interim and annual performance announcements, with dividends to be declared and paid in Hong Kong dollars[139]. - The company has adopted a share incentive plan to retain and attract talent for ongoing development[192]. - The company has appointed Deloitte as its auditor for the year ended December 31, 2023[176]. Miscellaneous - The annual general meeting of shareholders is scheduled for May 24, 2024[134]. - The group will suspend the transfer of shares from May 30, 2024, to June 3, 2024, to determine eligibility for the final dividend[137]. - The group currently has no foreign exchange hedging policy, but management continues to monitor foreign exchange risks and will consider hedging significant foreign exchange risks as necessary[131]. - The group has not encountered any significant difficulties in recruitment during the reporting period and has not experienced severe employee turnover or major labor disputes[156].

Financial Performance - Total revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 736.9 million, compared to RMB 659.4 million for the same period in 2022, representing an increase of approximately 11.7%[25] - The company reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 90.4 million for the first half of 2023[19] - As of June 30, 2023, the group reported a profit of RMB 77,001,000, a decrease of 36.9% compared to RMB 122,218,000 for the same period in 2022[59] - The group's net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 72.3 million, a decrease of 40.6% compared to RMB 121.6 million in the same period last year[175] - The group's gross profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 316.4 million, a decrease of 11.2% compared to RMB 356.4 million in the same period last year[199] - The profit before tax for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 90.4 million, down from RMB 149.7 million in the same period last year[176] - The basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 0.07, a decrease of 30% compared to RMB 0.1 in the same period last year[200] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from pharmaceutical products was RMB 339.1 million for the first half of 2023, down from RMB 562.8 million in the same period of 2022, a decrease of approximately 39.7%[25] - Revenue from medical equipment and supplies increased significantly to RMB 397.8 million in the first half of 2023, compared to RMB 96.6 million in the same period of 2022, marking a growth of approximately 311.5%[25] - The group recognized government grants of RMB 41,166,000, significantly up from RMB 8,671,000 in the previous year, marking an increase of 373.5%[52] - The group reported a total of RMB 48,528,000 in other income, up from RMB 18,711,000 in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 159.5%[52] Cash and Investments - Cash and cash equivalents decreased from RMB 214.0 million as of December 31, 2022, to RMB 90.8 million as of June 30, 2023[1] - The equity investment in listed securities in Australia was valued at RMB 70.6 million as of June 30, 2023, down from RMB 93.0 million as of December 31, 2022[40] - The company invested approximately RMB 24.9 million in the acquisition of furniture and equipment and the construction of factory buildings during the first half of 2023[35] - The company secured new bank loans of approximately RMB 90,023,000 during the reporting period, compared to RMB 56,971,000 as of June 30, 2022[83] Liabilities and Receivables - The total trade receivables amounted to RMB 472,648,000, an increase of 13.7% from RMB 415,739,000 as of December 31, 2022[71] - The company reported trade payables of RMB 237,250,000 as of June 30, 2023, down 26.7% from RMB 323,522,000 as of December 31, 2022[81] - Trade and other payables decreased by 33.4% to RMB 256.6 million as of June 30, 2023, from RMB 385.2 million as of December 31, 2022[150] - The company's total liabilities decreased from RMB 385,247,000 as of December 31, 2022, to RMB 256,618,000 as of June 30, 2023[81] Employee and Operational Costs - The total employee costs for the period were RMB 40,607,000, up 11.6% from RMB 36,485,000 in the prior period[57] - As of June 30, 2023, the company's short-term employee benefits amounted to RMB 4,399,000, an increase of 19.1% compared to RMB 3,691,000 for the same period in 2022[77] - The company's retirement benefits for the first half of 2023 were RMB 364,000, slightly down from RMB 369,000 in the same period of 2022[77] Acquisitions and Goodwill - The company recognized a goodwill of RMB 6,213,000 from the acquisition of Hunan Tiantong, with a total consideration of RMB 27,500,000[115] - The non-controlling interest in Hunan Tiantong was valued at RMB 17,417,000, based on the proportionate share of the net assets acquired[128] - The total assets and liabilities recognized at the acquisition date amounted to RMB 38,704,000[115] - The company completed an investment of RMB 27.5 million to increase its stake in Hunan Tiantong to 55% and later increased it to 75% with an additional investment of RMB 49.75 million[136] Market Strategy and Operations - The company has established stable and friendly partnerships with over 500 mainstream pharmaceutical companies across China, achieving effective coverage in tens of thousands of medical institutions and pharmacies[178] - The company has implemented a diversification strategy and expanded its production base in Chongqing, which commenced operations in 2022, and has acquired Hunan Tiantong Environmental Protection Co., Ltd. to expand into the environmental sector[179] - The company aims to enhance its market presence and product sales through increased marketing efforts and academic promotion activities following the adjustment of COVID-19 measures in December 2022[182] - The company is focusing on high-growth potential products in the gynecology and cardiovascular fields, aiming to increase market share through deeper marketing network activities[187] - The company is committed to seeking potential products from overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies to optimize its product portfolio and ensure long-term development[190]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 736.9 million, an increase of 11.8% compared to RMB 659.4 million in the same period last year[1]. - The net profit for the same period was RMB 72.3 million, a decrease of 40.6% from RMB 121.6 million year-on-year[10]. - Basic earnings per share for the six months ended June 30, 2023, were RMB 0.07, down 30% from RMB 0.10 in the previous year[10]. - Gross profit for the six months was RMB 316.4 million, compared to RMB 356.4 million in the same period last year, reflecting a decline in gross margin[11]. - The group's pre-tax profit for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 90,412,000, a decrease from RMB 149,687,000 in the same period of 2022, indicating a decline of about 39.5%[21][24]. - The total other income for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was RMB 48,528,000, compared to RMB 18,711,000 for the same period in 2022, reflecting a significant increase of approximately 159.5%[21][28]. - The group reported segment revenue of RMB 736,911,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to RMB 659,410,000 for the same period in 2022, representing an increase of approximately 11.8%[21][30]. - The group's net profit decreased by 40.6% from RMB 121.6 million to RMB 72.3 million, with the net profit margin dropping from 18.4% to 9.8%[100]. Assets and Liabilities - Total assets as of June 30, 2023, were RMB 1,025.1 million, down from RMB 1,134.9 million at the end of the previous year[3]. - The total equity attributable to the owners of the company was RMB 982.1 million, a decrease from RMB 1,007.8 million at the end of the previous year[4]. - The group’s cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB 90.8 million, compared to RMB 214.0 million at the end of the previous year, indicating a decrease in liquidity[3]. - The group reported financing costs of RMB 53,959,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, which is an increase from RMB 1,035,000 in the same period of 2022[21][23]. - As of June 30, 2023, the total bank borrowings of the group amounted to RMB 90.0 million, compared to RMB 28.9 million as of December 31, 2022[106]. - The asset-liability ratio (calculated as bank borrowings divided by total assets) was 6.3% as of June 30, 2023, up from 1.8% as of December 31, 2022[106]. Expenses - The group’s administrative expenses increased significantly to RMB 217.1 million from RMB 39.6 million year-on-year, indicating higher operational costs[11]. - The group incurred administrative expenses of RMB 217,147,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, which is a rise from RMB 39,605,000 in the same period of 2022[21][23]. - Distribution and selling expenses decreased by 0.3% from RMB 217.7 million to RMB 217.1 million, with the percentage of revenue dropping from 33.0% to 29.5%[92]. - Administrative expenses rose by 36.2% from RMB 39.6 million to RMB 54.0 million, with the percentage of revenue increasing from 6.0% to 7.3%[93]. Sales and Revenue Breakdown - Sales of pharmaceutical products amounted to RMB 339.1 million, while sales of medical equipment and supplies reached RMB 397.8 million[60]. - Pharmaceutical sales revenue decreased by 52.3% from RMB 429.1 million to RMB 204.9 million due to price declines and slow market recovery post-COVID[82]. - Medical device sales revenue surged by 311.7% from RMB 96.6 million to RMB 397.8 million, attributed to acquiring agency rights for several products in Shanghai and Zhejiang[82]. - The revenue from products sold through channel management services amounted to RMB 134,240,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023, slightly up from RMB 133,697,000 in the same period of 2022[33]. - The revenue from the Aierkang series of ophthalmic drugs was RMB 134.2 million, with a gross profit margin of 18.2%[169]. Investments and Strategic Initiatives - The group invested RMB 27.5 million in Hunan Tiantong, acquiring a 55% stake, and later increased its investment to RMB 49.75 million for a 75% stake[78]. - The group plans to transform its Rongchang production base into a comprehensive pharmaceutical enterprise integrating research, development, production, and sales[76]. - The group aims to enhance its product competitiveness and profitability through the introduction of new technologies and products at the Rongchang production base[76]. - The company invested $3 million in DMAX Co., Ltd., a company based in South Korea, during the reporting period[128]. - The group has invested RMB 20 million in the Shanghai Fund, which focuses on equity investments in multiple target companies in the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining a 10% equity interest[146]. Market and Operational Strategies - The group plans to enhance product development, marketing capabilities, and market coverage through strategic acquisitions in response to changes in the Chinese pharmaceutical industry[80]. - The company aims to leverage its unique product advantages to regain sales growth and expand market share[165]. - The company will continue to improve its marketing strategies and strengthen promotional efforts for its medical device products[167]. - The group is actively maintaining close connections with multiple overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies to introduce potential products for marketing and sales in China[139]. - The group is focusing on optimizing approval processes and recognizing international clinical trial data to expand its product selection scope[157]. Employee and Shareholder Information - The group employed a total of 361 employees as of June 30, 2023[111]. - The board proposed an interim dividend of HKD 0.024 per share, totaling HKD 30,179,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2023[113]. - The group has 80,276,000 shares available for issuance as reward shares under the share incentive plan, representing approximately 6.38% of the issued share capital[120]. - The share incentive plan was adopted to retain and attract talent for the company's ongoing development[122]. Risk Management - The group faced various market risks, including interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, and credit risk[108]. - The group has no current foreign exchange hedging policy but continues to monitor foreign exchange risks[108].

Revenue and Growth - The total revenue for the year ended December 31, 2022, was RMB 1,556,040 thousand, an increase from RMB 1,434,820 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 8.5%[10] - Revenue from pharmaceutical products reached RMB 1,030,198 thousand, up from RMB 991,080 thousand in the previous year, indicating a growth of about 4.0%[10] - Revenue from medical devices and supplies increased to RMB 250,951 thousand, compared to RMB 187,182 thousand in 2021, reflecting a significant growth of approximately 34.0%[10] - The group's revenue increased by 8.4% to RMB 1,556.0 million, compared to RMB 1,434.8 million in the previous year[26] - Revenue for the year 2022 was RMB 1,556,040 thousand, an increase from RMB 1,434,820 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 8.5%[104] - Revenue from pharmaceutical sales reached RMB 1,305,089 thousand, up from RMB 1,247,638 thousand in the previous year, reflecting a growth of 4.6%[134] - Revenue from integrated marketing and channel management services was RMB 1,281,149,000, contributing significantly to the overall performance[160] Profitability - Annual net profit surged by 63.3% to RMB 230.0 million, compared to RMB 140.8 million in the previous year[26] - The group's annual profit increased by 63.3% from RMB 140.8 million in 2021 to RMB 230.0 million in 2022, with a net profit margin rising from 9.8% to 14.8%[49] - The company reported a net interest income from bank deposits of RMB 2,913 thousand in 2022, up from RMB 1,140 thousand in 2021, indicating a growth of approximately 155.5%[12] - The group reported a pre-tax profit of RMB 294,497,000 for 2022, compared to RMB 201,447,000 in 2021, representing an increase of approximately 46%[145] - The company reported a total comprehensive income of RMB 204,922 thousand for 2022, compared to RMB 136,959 thousand in 2021, indicating an increase of about 49.5%[104] Shareholder Returns and Dividends - The company has adopted a dividend policy, expecting to declare dividends following the publication of interim and annual results, subject to applicable laws and regulations[15] - The company plans to distribute a final dividend of HKD 0.048 per share (approximately RMB 0.041), totaling about HKD 60,357,000 (approximately RMB 51,841,000) for the year ended December 31, 2022[172] - The company repurchased a total of 2,720,000 shares in January and April 2022, with a total payment of HKD 5,444,000[99] Assets and Liabilities - The group's current assets totaled RMB 1,134.9 million as of December 31, 2022, compared to RMB 1,013.1 million in the previous year[79] - The group's current liabilities amounted to RMB 472.8 million as of December 31, 2022, reflecting an increase from RMB 348.2 million in 2021[79] - Total assets as of December 31, 2022, amounted to RMB 1,134,929 thousand, an increase from RMB 1,013,142 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of about 12%[105] - The group's total equity amounted to RMB 1,022,489 thousand as of December 31, 2022, compared to RMB 910,986 thousand in the previous year, representing an increase of 12.2%[125] Investments and Acquisitions - The group has made investments through the Shanghai Fund, with a total investment of approximately RMB 170 million as of December 31, 2022, down from RMB 204 million in 2021[17] - The group acquired a stake in Hunan Tiantong Environmental Protection Co., Ltd., which primarily provides metal surface treatment services, during the year[127] - The group invested USD 3 million in DMAX Co., Ltd. in South Korea through its subsidiary in January 2020[40] Market and Product Development - The group established a new broad market division to significantly increase coverage of grassroots medical institutions[30] - The group aims to optimize its product portfolio by seeking potential products from overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies[34] - The group is transforming into a comprehensive pharmaceutical enterprise by integrating research and development, production, and sales, aiming to enhance product competitiveness and profitability[42] - The company plans to expand its product offerings in the medical device sector, leveraging government support for innovative drugs and medical devices[184] Corporate Governance and Compliance - The group is committed to maintaining high standards of corporate governance to protect shareholder interests and enhance corporate value[62] - The company has appointed Deloitte as the auditor for the year ended December 31, 2022, and will propose their reappointment at the upcoming annual general meeting[94] - The company believes its shares are undervalued in the capital market, and the board is committed to maintaining sufficient financial resources for continued business growth[99] Taxation - The group's actual income tax expense increased by 6.5% from RMB 60.6 million in 2021 to RMB 64.5 million in 2022, with effective tax rates of 21.9% and 30.1% respectively[74] - The effective tax rate for the group was approximately 25%, with total tax expenses amounting to RMB 73,624,000 for 2022, compared to RMB 50,362,000 in 2021[145] Trade and Receivables - Trade receivables, net of credit loss provisions, amounted to RMB 415,739 thousand in 2022, compared to RMB 272,084 thousand in 2021, representing a growth of approximately 53.0%[19] - As of December 31, 2022, the company's trade receivables balance included overdue amounts totaling RMB 36,091,000, an increase from RMB 31,822,000 in 2021[178] - The company's overdue trade receivables included RMB 2,682,000 that had been overdue for more than 90 days, which are still considered recoverable due to stable credit quality[178] Employee Costs - The group’s total employee costs increased to RMB 75,490,000 in 2022 from RMB 66,479,000 in 2021, reflecting a rise of about 14%[145]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 659.4 million, a decrease of 3.9% compared to RMB 685.8 million in the same period last year[14]. - The group's gross profit for the same period was RMB 356.4 million, down 5.8% from RMB 378.4 million year-on-year[14]. - The net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 121.6 million, an increase of 78.4% compared to RMB 68.1 million in the previous year[14]. - Basic earnings per share for the period were RMB 0.1, up 66.7% from RMB 0.06 in the same period last year[14]. - The group's revenue for the reporting period was RMB 659.4 million, a decrease of 3.9% compared to the same period last year[20]. - Net profit for the period was RMB 121.6 million, an increase of 78.4% year-on-year[20]. - Revenue from eye care pharmaceuticals through channel management services was RMB 133.7 million, an increase of 18.0%, accounting for 20.3% of total revenue[20]. - Revenue from comprehensive marketing, promotion, and channel management services for pharmaceuticals was RMB 429.1 million, a decrease of 11.5%, accounting for 65.1% of total revenue[23]. - Revenue from medical devices was RMB 96.6 million, an increase of 9.9%, accounting for 14.7% of total revenue[21]. - The gross profit from pharmaceuticals was RMB 292.4 million, a decrease of 11.2%, accounting for 82.1% of total gross profit[23]. - The gross profit from medical devices was RMB 54.8 million, an increase of 19.7%, accounting for 15.4% of total gross profit[21]. - The company achieved a profit before tax of RMB 149,687,000, an increase of 52.5% from RMB 98,013,000 in the previous year[91]. - The net profit attributable to the owners of the company was RMB 122,218,000, compared to RMB 68,888,000 in 2021, representing an increase of 77.3%[91]. - Total comprehensive income for the period was RMB 102,820,000, compared to RMB 82,388,000 in 2021, reflecting a growth of 24.8%[91]. Market and Business Strategy - The group serves approximately 30,000 hospitals and over 150,000 pharmacies across all provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions in China[17]. - The company is expanding its business and channels to mitigate the negative impacts of COVID-19 outbreaks in certain cities[19]. - The group aims to benefit from optimized approval processes and recognition of international clinical trial data to expand its product selection[19]. - The company emphasizes the quality and brand advantages of its products to enhance the efficiency of medical insurance fund utilization[19]. - The pharmaceutical and medical device sectors are expected to maintain a stable growth trend despite price pressures from healthcare cost control policies[19]. - The group is focusing on strengthening academic promotion of its products in a challenging market environment[19]. - The company plans to expand its market presence and enhance brand recognition through increased coverage of healthcare institutions and academic promotion strategies[25]. - The group is actively expanding its marketing network and enhancing hospital coverage to increase market share in the gynecology treatment field[28]. - The group is focusing on introducing potential products from overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies to ensure long-term growth[33]. Investments and Acquisitions - The group holds 5,188,421 shares of NovaBay, representing approximately 9.70% of its equity as of June 30, 2022[36]. - The investment in Paragon has been diluted from 10.86% to 9.72%, resulting in a gain of RMB 37,825,000 from the sale of the associate company during the reporting period[38]. - The group invested RMB 13.5 million in Sichuan Pioneer Huimei Biotechnology Co., Ltd., holding a 75% stake, focusing on biotechnology products and services[40]. - The investment in DMAX Co., Ltd. amounted to USD 3 million, with the group holding 25% of the issued share capital[42]. - The investment in Shanghai Yuhan Equity Investment Fund has been recognized at RMB 596 million, with an unrealized gain of RMB 11.3 million during the reporting period[43]. - The company invested RMB 27.5 million in Hunan Tiantong Environmental Protection Co., holding a 55% stake after the completion of the transaction on June 17, 2022[44]. - The company has signed cooperation agreements with multiple companies in the environmental protection industry, which is expected to become a new growth point for performance[33]. Financial Position and Cash Flow - Cash and cash equivalents decreased from RMB 224.9 million to RMB 193.1 million, primarily due to the acquisition of a subsidiary and increased bank structured deposits[59]. - Inventory decreased by 23.5% from RMB 294.9 million to RMB 225.6 million, attributed to improved inventory management and reduced reserves due to supplier capacity issues[60]. - Trade and other receivables decreased by 13.1% from RMB 306.3 million to RMB 266.3 million, with trade receivables turnover days improving from 74.6 days to 71.6 days[61]. - Trade and other payables decreased by 39.7% from RMB 297.1 million to RMB 179.1 million, with trade payables turnover days improving from 170.9 days to 109.3 days[62]. - Total bank borrowings increased significantly from RMB 13.9 million to RMB 70.8 million, with a debt-to-asset ratio rising from 1.0% to 5.4%[63]. - The company reported a net cash generated from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2022, was RMB 81,074,000, a significant increase from RMB 27,437,000 in the same period of 2021, representing a growth of 195%[100]. - The net cash used in investing activities was RMB (90,065,000), compared to a net cash inflow of RMB 25,260,000 in the prior year, indicating a shift in investment strategy[100]. - The company’s cash flow from financing activities showed a net outflow of RMB (23,258,000), compared to RMB (5,048,000) in the previous year, indicating increased financial pressure[100]. Shareholder Information and Corporate Governance - The company has adopted a share incentive plan effective for 10 years starting from April 10, 2015, to reward and retain employees, including directors and senior management[72]. - As of June 30, 2022, there were 68,035,000 shares available for grant under the share incentive plan, representing approximately 5.41% of the issued share capital[73]. - During the six months ended June 30, 2022, the company repurchased a total of 2,720,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 5,444,200, with the highest price per share being HKD 2.42[75]. - The board believes that the company's shares are undervalued in the capital market, with market value significantly below intrinsic value, and intends to improve shareholder returns through share repurchases[75]. - As of June 30, 2022, major shareholder Wu Qian holds 858,392,000 shares, representing approximately 68.26% of the company's equity[82]. - The company has not granted any shares under the share incentive plan during the reporting period, nor have any shares been vested[74]. - The company maintains robust financial resources to support ongoing business growth while executing share repurchases[75]. - The group remains committed to high standards of corporate governance, adhering to the corporate governance code as per the Hong Kong Stock Exchange[69]. Taxation and Deferred Tax - The group's income tax expense decreased by 5.9% from RMB 29.9 million to RMB 28.1 million during the reporting period, with effective tax rates of 30.5% and 18.8% respectively[57]. - The company reported a deferred tax expense of RMB 5,898,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 6,781,000 in the previous year, a decrease of 13.0%[115]. - The total deferred tax position showed a net liability of RMB 22,390,000 as of June 30, 2022, compared to RMB 13,667,000 as of December 31, 2021[132]. Employee and Management Costs - Employee costs decreased from RMB 38.3 million to RMB 36.5 million, with a total workforce of 292 employees as of June 30, 2022[67]. - The group incurred management compensation of RMB 4,060,000 during the period, an increase from RMB 3,281,000 in the same period last year, reflecting a rise of approximately 23.7%[141]. - Total employee costs for the six months ended June 30, 2022, were RMB 36,485,000, down from RMB 38,254,000 in 2021, a decrease of 4.6%[116].

Financial Performance - The group's revenue increased by 7.7% from RMB 1,332.0 million in 2020 to RMB 1,434.8 million in 2021[6] - Gross profit rose by 27.0% from RMB 608.0 million in 2020 to RMB 772.0 million in 2021[6] - Net profit surged by 173.5% from RMB 51.5 million in 2020 to RMB 140.8 million in 2021[6] - Basic earnings per share increased by 200% from RMB 0.04 in 2020 to RMB 0.12 in 2021[6] - The gross profit margin improved to 53.8% in 2021 from 45.6% in 2020[7] - The net profit margin increased to 9.8% in 2021 from 3.9% in 2020[7] - The group's revenue increased by 7.7% to RMB 1,434.8 million, compared to RMB 1,332.0 million in 2020[24] - Gross profit rose by 27.0% to RMB 772.0 million, up from RMB 608.0 million in 2020[24] - Net profit surged by 173.5% to RMB 140.8 million, compared to RMB 51.5 million in 2020[24] - The gross profit from pharmaceuticals was RMB 656.6 million, up 22.0% from the previous year, representing 85.1% of total gross profit[25] - Medical device revenue was RMB 187.2 million, a 12.8% increase year-on-year, contributing 13.0% to total revenue[25] - The gross profit from medical devices was RMB 100.2 million, a significant increase of 35.4%, accounting for 13.0% of total gross profit[25] - The overall economic stability in mainland China post-pandemic has allowed the group to increase its market promotion efforts and expand product sales[28] - Other pharmaceutical products achieved revenue of RMB 235.4 million, an increase of 39.9% year-on-year[32] Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to commercialize dental and other products in 2022 following significant progress in its production base in Chongqing Rongchang[10] - The company is focusing on expanding its marketing and channel management services in ophthalmology, assisted reproduction, and dental medical devices[10] - The group expanded its market coverage and product market share through high-quality products and targeted marketing activities[11] - The group aims to enhance its core competitiveness by expanding product development and marketing capabilities in niche areas[14] - The group is actively expanding into the medical device production sector through its Chongqing Rongchang production base[24] - The group is leveraging government support for innovative drugs and medical devices to optimize approval processes and expand product selection[24] - The company is actively seeking potential products from overseas pharmaceutical and medical device companies to enhance its product portfolio[37] - The company is focusing on strengthening its marketing network and optimizing its distribution channels to comply with regulatory requirements[38] Investments and Acquisitions - The group acquired a 55% stake in Hunan Tiantong Environmental Protection Co., Ltd. for RMB 27.5 million, enhancing its operational control[12] - The group signed an exclusive agency agreement for the injection of follicle-stimulating hormone in mainland China, marking a significant shift towards specialized fields[13] - The company invested RMB 1,350 million in Sichuan Pioneer Huimei Biotechnology Co., Ltd., holding a 75% stake, focusing on biotechnology products and services in the medical beauty and health industry[44] - The investment in DMAX Co., Ltd. amounted to USD 3 million, acquiring a 25% stake, enhancing cooperation in promoting DMAX's products in China[46] Market and Product Performance - Sales of the product Daifen generated revenue of RMB 215.1 million, a 12.3% increase year-on-year, crucial for the group's stable revenue growth[29] - Revenue from the product Xifuquan was RMB 465.9 million, reflecting a 22.6% increase year-on-year, supported by effective marketing strategies[30] - The group plans to enhance market coverage for Daifen's new 14-tablet specification, which is expected to become a new growth point[29] - The revenue from the sale of Primol was RMB 74.6 million, a decrease of 1.5% compared to last year[31] - The revenue from the Alcon series of ophthalmic products was RMB 256.6 million, a decrease of 9.1%, accounting for 17.9% of the group's total revenue[35] Operational Efficiency - The company's distribution and selling expenses increased by 16.6% to RMB 517.2 million in 2021, accounting for 36.0% of revenue, up from 33.3% in 2020[58] - The implementation of the "two-invoice system" has improved operational efficiency and reduced business risks for the company[38] - The clinical efficacy trial for Primol is underway, which is expected to alleviate concerns among clinicians and patients, leading to a recovery in sales[31] - The marketing network development led to a significant increase in market coverage, with Daifen adding 2,787 new hospitals and medical institutions, and Xifuquan adding 704 new hospitals[39] Financial Position and Cash Flow - Cash and cash equivalents increased from RMB 115.0 million on December 31, 2020, to RMB 224.9 million on December 31, 2021[65] - Net cash flow from operating activities was RMB 242.1 million in 2021, up from RMB 74.2 million in 2020, primarily due to increased sales and collections[67] - Inventory decreased by 34.3% from RMB 448.7 million on December 31, 2020, to RMB 294.9 million on December 31, 2021, due to improved inventory turnover efficiency[74] - Trade and other receivables decreased by 16.7% from RMB 367.7 million on December 31, 2020, to RMB 306.3 million on December 31, 2021, with turnover days improving from 80.3 to 74.6 days[75] - Trade and other payables decreased by 31.0% from RMB 430.4 million on December 31, 2020, to RMB 297.1 million on December 31, 2021[76] - Total bank borrowings decreased from RMB 15.1 million on December 31, 2020, to RMB 13.9 million on December 31, 2021, with an actual interest rate of 2.71% to 3.55%[70] Corporate Governance - The company has adopted a corporate governance code and has complied with its provisions throughout the reporting period[167] - The board consists of three executive directors, one non-executive director, and three independent non-executive directors, meeting the requirements of the listing rules[169] - The company encourages directors to participate in continuous professional development, ensuring they are updated on relevant regulations and company performance[172] - The company has confirmed that all independent non-executive directors are independent according to the listing rules, with no personal relationships that could affect their independence[170] - The company has established a process for employees to confidentially report any misconduct related to financial reporting and risk management[197] Employee and Management - The employee cost for the year ended December 31, 2021, was RMB 66.5 million, an increase from RMB 52.7 million for the previous year[85] - The group has a total of 250 employees as of December 31, 2021, with no significant recruitment difficulties or major labor disputes reported[85] - The management team includes experienced professionals, such as the chairman and executive director with over 28 years in the pharmaceutical service industry[86] - The company has a strong leadership team with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including over 45 years in the field for independent non-executive director Lai Zhan Shu[92] Risk Management - The group faced various market risks, including interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk, and credit risk, with sales denominated in RMB and procurement in multiple currencies[82] - The company did not identify any significant uncertainties that could impact its ability to continue as a going concern[199] - The Board is responsible for assessing the nature and extent of risks acceptable in achieving strategic objectives and ensuring effective risk management and internal control systems are in place[200]

Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 685.8 million, an increase of 10.2% compared to RMB 622.5 million in the same period last year[9]. - The gross profit for the same period was RMB 378.4 million, representing a 50.3% increase from RMB 251.7 million year-on-year[9]. - The net profit for the six months ended June 30, 2021, was RMB 68.1 million, a significant increase of 124.0% compared to RMB 30.4 million in the previous year[9]. - The basic earnings per share for the period was RMB 0.06, doubling from RMB 0.03 in the same period last year[9]. - The company's revenue for the reporting period was RMB 685.8 million, an increase of 10.2% compared to the same period last year[16]. - Net profit for the period was RMB 68.1 million, representing a significant increase of 124.0% year-on-year[16]. - Revenue from comprehensive marketing, promotion, and channel management services for pharmaceuticals increased by 56.7% to RMB 484.6 million, making up 70.7% of total revenue[19]. - The gross profit from pharmaceuticals was RMB 329.2 million, up 59.8% year-on-year, representing 87.0% of total gross profit[19]. - The company reported a net profit of RMB 68,888 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a loss of RMB 747 thousand in the same period of 2020, indicating a significant turnaround[88]. - The company achieved a net cash inflow from operating activities of RMB 27,437 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to a net outflow of RMB 144,272 thousand in the same period of 2020[93]. Market Position and Strategy - The group serves approximately 30,000 hospitals and over 100,000 pharmacies across all provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions in China[12]. - The company is positioned to benefit from optimized approval processes and recognition of international clinical trial data, expanding its product selection scope[14]. - The pharmaceutical industry in China is experiencing significant changes due to ongoing medical reforms and policies, with stable growth in demand driven by consumption upgrades and an aging population[14]. - The company aims to enhance the efficiency of medical insurance fund utilization through its effective and high-quality pharmaceutical and medical device offerings[14]. - The group emphasizes product quality and brand advantages while strengthening academic promotion to navigate a challenging market environment[14]. - The company plans to expand its market presence by enhancing coverage in community hospitals and clinics, focusing on chronic pain management services[20]. - The company is leveraging its product quality and effective marketing strategies to maintain a stable market position despite challenges from price reductions and volume controls in the pharmaceutical sector[19]. - The company continues to focus on expanding its market presence and enhancing its product offerings through comprehensive marketing and channel management strategies[99]. Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from Alcon ophthalmic products decreased by 10.6% to RMB 113.3 million, accounting for 16.5% of total revenue[16]. - Revenue from medical devices increased by 12.6% to RMB 87.9 million, contributing 12.8% to total revenue[17]. - The sales of the product "Dafen" reached RMB 100.5 million, a growth of 16.4% compared to the previous year[20]. - The sales of "Xifuquan" amounted to RMB 225.5 million, reflecting a growth of 45.2% year-on-year[21]. - The revenue from the sale of Primol was RMB 256 million, representing a year-on-year growth of 40.9%[22]. - Other pharmaceutical products achieved revenue of RMB 1.33 billion, an increase of 168.8% compared to the same period last year[23]. - The revenue from medical device sales was RMB 879 million, up 12.6% year-on-year, contributing 12.8% to the group's total revenue[24]. - The sales of the Aierkang series ophthalmic products were RMB 1.13 billion, a decrease of 10.6% year-on-year, contributing 16.5% to the group's total revenue[25]. Investments and Acquisitions - The group holds 59,730,378 shares of Paragon, accounting for 17.68% of its total issued shares, with a fair value of RMB 65.9 million pledged as collateral for bank loans of RMB 14.5 million[34]. - The investment in Paragon aligns with the group's strategy to expand its market share in Australia and New Zealand, facilitating further collaboration[35]. - The group invested RMB 10.5 million for a 70% stake in Sichuan Pioneer Huimei Biotechnology Co., focusing on biotechnology products and integrating online and offline services[36]. - The group invested USD 3 million in DMAX Co., Ltd., acquiring a 25% stake and a board seat, enhancing cooperation in promoting DMAX's zirconia products in China[38]. - The company has obtained distribution rights for the injectable follicle-stimulating hormone product from IBSA Institut S.A., which has received re-registration approval and is now officially on the market[27]. Financial Position and Assets - Total assets as of June 30, 2021, were RMB 832.92 million, down from RMB 1,127.14 million at the end of 2020[84]. - The company's equity attributable to owners increased to RMB 912.98 million from RMB 909.43 million at the end of 2020[86]. - The company reported a significant reduction in inventory, which decreased to RMB 217.14 million from RMB 448.73 million[84]. - The investment in associates increased to RMB 103.25 million from RMB 36.21 million, indicating strategic growth in partnerships[84]. - The company continues to adopt a going concern basis in preparing its financial statements, indicating confidence in its operational sustainability[95]. Employee and Management Costs - Employee costs increased from RMB 27.6 million to RMB 38.3 million, with a total of 255 employees as of June 30, 2021[64]. - The total remuneration for key management personnel was RMB 3,281,000 for the six months ended June 30, 2021, compared to RMB 3,016,000 for the same period in 2020[128]. Dividends and Shareholder Information - The company declared an interim dividend of HKD 0.056 per share, totaling HKD 70.6 million, compared to HKD 89.5 million in the previous year[78]. - The interim dividend will be distributed on or around October 15, 2021[78]. - The company has not granted any rights to directors or their family members to acquire shares or bonds during the six months ending June 30, 2021[74]. - As of June 30, 2021, the major shareholder, Li Xinzhu, holds 858,392,000 shares, representing 68.12% of the company's equity[72]. Compliance and Reporting - The financial statements have been reviewed in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations[80]. - The company did not experience significant impacts on its financial position or performance from the application of new international financial reporting standards during the reporting period[98].

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Financial Performance - The group's revenue decreased by 19.0% from RMB 1,624.3 million in 2018 to RMB 1,316.0 million in 2019[4] - The group's gross profit increased by 7.5% from RMB 632.4 million in 2018 to RMB 679.8 million in 2019[4] - The net profit rose by 22.5% from RMB 84.8 million in 2018 to RMB 103.8 million in 2019[5] - Basic earnings per share increased by 28.6% from RMB 0.07 in 2018 to RMB 0.09 in 2019[5] - The gross profit margin improved to 51.7% in 2019 from 38.9% in 2018[6] - The net profit margin was 7.9% in 2019, compared to 5.2% in 2018[6] - The total assets amounted to RMB 1,550.6 million in 2019, up from RMB 1,437.8 million in 2018[6] - The total equity increased to RMB 1,143.9 million in 2019 from RMB 1,105.9 million in 2018[6] - Other income rose by 29.8% to RMB 37.7 million in 2019, mainly due to increased government subsidies[54] - Annual profit increased by 22.5% from RMB 84.8 million in 2018 to RMB 103.8 million in 2019, with a net profit margin rising from 5.2% to 7.9%[60] Revenue Breakdown - Revenue from pharmaceutical products was RMB 858.1 million, representing 65.2% of total revenue, an increase of 6.5% year-on-year[19] - Revenue from medical devices was RMB 129.0 million, accounting for 9.8% of total revenue, with a year-on-year increase of 29.7%[19] - The pharmaceutical segment generated revenue of RMB 858.1 million, an increase of 6.5% year-on-year, accounting for 65.2% of the group's total revenue[23] - The medical device revenue for the reporting period was RMB 129.0 million, an increase of 29.7% year-over-year, contributing 9.8% to the group's total revenue[28] Product Performance - The gross profit from pharmaceutical products was RMB 578.6 million, which is 85.1% of total gross profit, an increase of 9.3% year-on-year[19] - The gross profit from medical devices was RMB 87.5 million, representing 12.9% of total gross profit, with a significant increase of 54.9% year-on-year[19] - The sales of Difen reached RMB 180.9 million, up 11.0% from the previous year, with strategic marketing efforts expanding its coverage in hospitals and small medical institutions[24] - The revenue from Xifuquan was RMB 364.5 million, reflecting a significant growth of 22.2%, driven by effective marketing strategies and an expanding clinical expert network[25] - Primo's sales decreased by 19.9% to RMB 98.5 million, impacted by regulatory scrutiny and market confusion regarding its clinical efficacy[26] - Other pharmaceutical products generated revenue of RMB 214.2 million, a decrease of 3.4% year-on-year, with specific products like Lirton and Maikangpa facing market challenges[27] Investments and Acquisitions - The company acquired a 25% stake in DMAX Co., Ltd. for USD 3 million to strengthen its partnership and market presence in China[48][49] - The company invested RMB 30.3 million in Shanghai Yuhan Equity Investment Fund, representing about 1.95% of total assets, with an unrealized gain of RMB 5.1 million recorded as of December 31, 2019[43] - The company invested RMB 32 million in the Wuxing Huicheng Asset Allocation Collective Fund Trust, which is approximately 2.06% of total assets, with an expected annual return rate of 7.05%[44] - The company has obtained distribution rights for several new products, including an injectable hormone product, which has received re-registration approval[31] Operational Efficiency - The company has been actively enhancing its marketing and promotion activities to adapt to the changing pharmaceutical market environment[8] - The marketing network has expanded significantly, with an additional 4,952 hospitals and medical institutions covered by the Difen brand and 598 by the Shifer brand[34] - The group continues to optimize its distribution network to comply with the "two-invoice system" policy, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing business risks[33] Employee and Management - The employee costs for the year ended December 31, 2019, amounted to RMB 593 million, an increase from RMB 555 million for the year ended December 31, 2018[77] - The total number of employees as of December 31, 2019, was 239[77] - The company has not faced significant difficulties in recruitment or high employee turnover during the reporting period[77] - The company has adopted a share incentive plan to reward certain employees, including directors and senior management, to retain talent[77] Corporate Governance - The board of directors consists of three executive directors, two non-executive directors, and three independent non-executive directors, ensuring compliance with corporate governance codes[155] - The company has established compliance procedures to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations, particularly those impacting its operations[115] - The board has adopted a dividend policy, expecting to declare dividends semi-annually, subject to applicable laws and regulations[193] Future Outlook - Future outlook indicates a projected revenue growth of 15% for the next fiscal year, driven by new product launches and market expansion strategies[88] - The company plans to launch two new product lines in Q3 2024, which are anticipated to contribute an additional $15 million in revenue[88] - The company is investing in R&D for new technologies, with an allocation of $10 million for the development of innovative pharmaceutical products[90] Environmental Sustainability - The company is committed to environmental sustainability and compliance with relevant environmental laws and regulations[199] - The company aims to reduce waste generation and ensure responsible disposal of waste materials, with a total of 2.73 tons of waste paper generated during the year[200] - Approximately 1.41 tons of waste paper were recycled, with each office recycling about 0.47 tons[200] Risk Management - The company’s financial risk management includes currency risk, interest rate risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk[111] - The risk management and internal control system is designed to identify, assess, respond to, and manage all current and future significant risks[185] - The audit committee reviews the effectiveness of the risk management and internal control systems annually, including financial, operational, compliance, and risk identification processes[182]