Financial Performance - For the year ended December 31, 2023, the company reported revenue of approximately RMB 3,155.6 million, representing a growth of about 14.8% compared to the previous year[2] - Gross profit increased to approximately RMB 2,356.2 million, up approximately 13.8% from RMB 2,070.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2022[6] - Net profit rose by approximately RMB 266.5 million or 31.2% to RMB 1,121.9 million, with core net profit growing approximately 19.5% to RMB 1,236.9 million after excluding one-time fair value changes and impairment losses[2] - Basic earnings per share attributable to the company's owners increased by approximately 44.1% to RMB 1.83, while diluted earnings per share rose by approximately 42.1% to RMB 1.72[3] - Operating cash flow reached approximately RMB 1,404.3 million, an increase of approximately RMB 220.7 million or 18.6% compared to the previous year[3] - Operating profit increased to RMB 1,205.1 million, representing a 26.7% increase from RMB 950.6 million in 2022[28] - The company reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 1,121.9 million, a 31.1% increase from RMB 855.4 million in 2022[28] - Total revenue for 2023 was RMB 3,155.6 million, up from RMB 2,749.7 million in 2022, with a gross profit of RMB 2,356.2 million[43] - Income tax expense rose to RMB 95.5 million in 2023 from RMB 84.7 million in 2022, primarily due to an increase in profit before tax[42] Product Development and Commercialization - The company has commercialized Danyelza® (naxitamab) as of July 1, 2023, and it has been included in approximately 50 essential drug lists across various provinces[3] - The company entered into a licensing and collaboration agreement with Menarini Group for the exclusive development and commercialization of Orserdu® in China, which is aimed at treating patients with ESR1 mutations[4] - Orserdu, the first and only therapy for treating ESR1 mutation-positive ER+, HER2- advanced or metastatic breast cancer, received FDA approval in January 2023 and EU approval in September 2023[23] - The company signed a licensing agreement with Berlin-Chemie AG in November 2023 to exclusively develop and commercialize Orserdu in China[23] - The company has established a product pipeline consisting of 10 candidate drugs, with 6 in late-stage clinical trials overseas and 4 in early-stage trials in China[20] - The product Vaborem® received IND approval in March 2023 and completed the first patient dosing in July 2023, with patient enrollment expected to finish by January 2024[21] - Danyelza® was commercialized in July 2023 in China, following BLA approval in June 2023 in Macau and submission in January 2023 in Hong Kong[22] - The company is preparing for clinical applications in China following the licensing agreement for Orserdu, with plans to explore pilot launch opportunities in Hainan Boao and the Greater Bay Area[23] Research and Development - Research and development expenses rose by 37.8% to RMB 170.7 million, reflecting progress in multiple key product development projects[39] - The company plans to continue increasing investment in research and development to accelerate its product pipeline and enhance R&D capabilities[39] - Over 10 ongoing clinical studies are being conducted in China and overseas (USA and Italy) to explore the potential clinical applications of marketed products in oncology and severe infections[14] - Clinical trial results for Tα1 were presented at the 2023 ASCO Annual Meeting, highlighting its potential benefits for patients with advanced malignancies[15] - The company is conducting a randomized controlled trial (RCT) on sepsis involving 1,106 patients, with the report submitted for publication[16] Operational Efficiency and Investments - The company has invested in digital technologies and the GTP model to improve operational efficiency and compliance while reaching more stakeholders at lower costs[12] - The GTP platform was upgraded to version 6.2, which includes features like smart consultation and quick prescription renewal, enhancing patient experience and accessibility[12] - The GTP platform has been in operation since 2015, significantly improving patient access to the drug by expanding sales from hospitals to pharmacies[11] - The company aims to enhance brand loyalty through value-added services and comprehensive educational content for patients on the Hai Da Fu platform[12] Market Presence and Recognition - The company was included in the MSCI China Small Cap Index and FTSE Global Equity Index Series in May 2023, enhancing its market presence[4] - The company has received positive evaluations for its strategies in cancer treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic, as highlighted in a Lancet Oncology article[19] Financial Position and Assets - As of December 31, 2023, cash and cash equivalents totaled approximately RMB 2,219.8 million after repaying and prepaying debts[7] - Total assets decreased to RMB 4,000.3 million in 2023 from RMB 4,320.4 million in 2022, with total liabilities also decreasing to RMB 735.2 million from RMB 1,328.2 million[46][47] - Cash and cash equivalents increased to RMB 1,809.2 million in 2023 from RMB 1,671.8 million in 2022, indicating improved liquidity[47] - Trade receivables as of December 31, 2023, amounted to RMB 867,954 thousand, an increase from RMB 780,962 thousand in 2022, reflecting a growth of 11.1%[58] - The net value of intangible assets as of December 31, 2023, was RMB 396,039 thousand, compared to RMB 542,241 thousand at the end of 2022, indicating a decrease of 26.9%[57] Governance and Corporate Structure - The company has complied with all applicable provisions of the Corporate Governance Code for the year ended December 31, 2023[74] - The board consists of both executive and independent non-executive directors, ensuring diverse oversight[83] - The executive team includes CEO Zhao Hong and other key directors, indicating a stable leadership structure[83] - The company is committed to transparency and accountability in its operations and communications[83] - The presence of multiple directors with varied expertise indicates a strategic approach to governance[83] Shareholder Relations and Future Plans - The company declared dividends of RMB 211,453 thousand for the year ended December 31, 2023, slightly up from RMB 204,545 thousand in 2022, marking a growth of 3.4%[54] - The company plans to hold its annual general meeting on June 18, 2024[79] - The board expresses gratitude to shareholders, management, employees, and business partners for their continued trust and support[83] - The company is actively seeking to develop products with the potential to be first-in-class or best-in-class therapies[20]
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