THDB(SH:600867) Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-07-18 15:13Core Viewpoint - Tonghua Dongbao, a leading insulin manufacturer, reported a loss of approximately 42.72 million yuan in 2024, marking its first loss in nearly 20 years, attributed to a combination of legal issues, project terminations, and significant price reductions in insulin due to national procurement policies [1][3][8] Financial Performance - In 2024, Tonghua Dongbao achieved revenue of 2.01 billion yuan, a significant decline of 34.66% year-on-year [3] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was -42.72 million yuan, a decrease of 103.66% compared to the previous year [3][8] - The company's earnings forecast changed dramatically within three months, from an initial profit forecast of 40.53 million yuan to a confirmed loss [1][3] Legal Issues - The company lost a long-standing trademark infringement lawsuit against Ganli Pharmaceutical, resulting in a compensation payment of 61.31 million yuan [4][5] - The lawsuit, which began in 2011, concluded with a ruling that Tonghua Dongbao acted with "malice" in using the "Changshulin" trademark [4][5] R&D Challenges - The termination of the soluble insulin project led to impairment losses and prepayment losses totaling approximately 320 million yuan [3][6] - The decision to halt the project was influenced by the high costs of clinical trials and the competitive landscape, which diminished its commercial viability [6] Market Strategy - In response to national procurement policies, the company adopted a "price for volume" strategy, resulting in an average price reduction of 15% across its product line [7] - Despite the price cuts, the company's gross margin for biological products decreased by 5.92 percentage points [7] Future Outlook - In the first quarter of 2025, Tonghua Dongbao showed signs of recovery, with overseas revenue reaching 103 million yuan, a nearly 80% increase year-on-year [8] - The company is exploring international markets and has formed a strategic partnership with Jianyou Co. to enter the U.S. insulin market [8] - The company anticipates a net profit of approximately 21.7 million yuan for the first half of 2025, indicating a potential turnaround [8] R&D Investment - In 2024, the company invested 450 million yuan in R&D, a year-on-year increase of 7.15%, representing 22.42% of its revenue [8][9] - Currently, four products are in Phase III clinical trials, and three innovative drugs are in Phase II trials [9]