Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-07-17 23:27Core Viewpoint - Shanghai Yizhong is facing significant performance pressure as its second-largest shareholder, Shanghai Kaibao, plans to reduce its stake amid high stock prices and declining earnings [2][9]. Shareholder Actions - On July 16, Shanghai Kaibao announced plans to sell up to 6.2011 million shares of Shanghai Yizhong, currently holding 24.7035 million shares, representing 11.95% of the company [2][4]. - This marks the second time Shanghai Kaibao has reduced its stake, having previously sold 1.0476 million shares in 2022 for approximately 97.2716 million yuan [2][8]. - As of July 17, Shanghai Yizhong's stock price was 67.9 yuan per share, reflecting a 70% increase year-to-date, with the current market value of Shanghai Kaibao's holdings around 1.677 billion yuan [4][9]. Company Performance - Shanghai Yizhong reported a revenue of 71.0322 million yuan in Q1 2025, a year-on-year increase of 3.39%, but net profit fell by 51.38% to 14.186 million yuan [3][10]. - The company experienced a significant decline in performance in 2024, with revenues dropping to 174 million yuan, a decrease of 51.83%, and net profit down 95.68% [10]. - The core product, paclitaxel micelles, was not included in the medical insurance directory until November 2024, impacting market access and sales performance [9][10]. Financial Metrics - In 2024, Shanghai Yizhong's sales and R&D expenses were 115 million yuan and 37.2037 million yuan, respectively, reflecting increases of 8.28% and 65.71% [10]. - For Q1 2025, sales and R&D expenses were 28.2088 million yuan and 9.2766 million yuan, accounting for 39.7% and 13.06% of total revenue [10].