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康缘药业业绩说明会:热毒宁拖累一季度营收,新冠药散寒化湿颗粒销量成谜?

Core Insights - In 2024, the company expects a decline in both revenue and net profit, with projected figures of 3.898 billion and 392 million respectively, representing year-on-year decreases of 19.86% and 15.58% [1] - The first quarter of 2024 continues to show pressure on performance, with revenue of 878 million, down 35.38% year-on-year, and net profit of 83.41 million, down 38.37% [1] - The decline in first-quarter revenue is primarily attributed to a decrease in sales of the core injection product, Heat Toxicity Ning Injection [1][2] Product Performance - The core injection products have historically driven high growth, with Heat Toxicity Ning Injection sales exceeding 1 billion in 2013, but experiencing significant fluctuations due to policy changes [2] - The 2023 National Medical Insurance Directory allowed for increased sales of Heat Toxicity Ning Injection, reaching 6.077 million units, but sales fell to 4.195 million units in 2024, with inventory levels increasing by 759.11% [2] - Ginkgo Biloba Diterpene Amine Injection has also contributed to revenue growth, but its price dropped significantly after negotiations, limiting its growth potential [3] - The company’s oral liquid product, Jin Zhen Oral Liquid, has shown inconsistent sales performance, with year-on-year changes of 74.81%, -22.67%, and 5.13% from 2022 to 2024 [3] Financial Overview - In the first quarter, the injection product category generated approximately 340 million in revenue, down 36.86% year-on-year [4] - The overall revenue for the company in the first quarter was 867.22 million, with a total revenue decline of 35.79% [7] - The company reported a significant decline in operating cash flow, down 59.9% to 77 million in the first quarter, raising concerns about balancing cash flow health with long-term investments [9] New Product Developments - The company has received approvals for several new traditional Chinese medicine products, but their contribution to overall revenue remains limited, with a 10.34% decline in revenue from granules and powders in 2024 [6] - The company has not disclosed sales figures for the "Scattering Cold and Dampness Granules," a product related to COVID-19 treatment, despite investor inquiries [8]