Core Insights - Nuclear medicine is a crucial interdisciplinary field that combines nuclear physics, chemistry, biology, and medicine for diagnosis, treatment, and research using radioactive isotopes [1][2][4] - The market for diagnostic and therapeutic radioactive drugs in China has grown from 2.2 billion yuan in 2017 to 5.4 billion yuan in 2023, with projections of 7.1 billion yuan in 2024 and 9.3 billion yuan in 2025 [1][10] - The industry is experiencing a significant transformation from a niche technology to a core diagnostic tool for tumors and chronic diseases, marking the next decade as a golden development period [1][20] Industry Definition - Nuclear medicine involves the application of radioactive isotopes for medical diagnostics, treatment, and research, focusing on the distribution of radioactive drugs in the body to obtain physiological and pathological information [2][4] - The industry encompasses radioactive drugs, medical radiation sources, nuclear medicine imaging equipment, and radiation therapy devices [2] Development Environment - The Chinese government has been actively promoting the nuclear medicine industry through various policies, including the "Three-Year Action Plan for High-Quality Development of Nuclear Technology Application Industry (2024-2026)" [6][7] - Local governments, such as in Guangdong and Sichuan, have also introduced plans to accelerate the development of the nuclear medicine sector [6][7] Current Market Status - The nuclear medicine market in China is characterized by high market concentration, with a CR1 of 31.16%, CR2 of 50.01%, and CR3 of 53.69% [12] - The industry has seen significant advancements in technology and capabilities, transitioning from a lagging position to a competitive one [14] Competitive Landscape - Major players in the nuclear medicine market include China Nuclear Industry, East China Pharmaceutical, and Yuanda Medical, with East China Pharmaceutical holding the largest market share at 35.16% [16][18] - The market is structured into tiers, with several companies classified in the first and second tiers based on their registered capital [16] Future Trends - The nuclear medicine industry in China is poised for substantial growth due to increasing demand for precision medicine, new radioactive drug developments, and supportive policies [20] - The aging population and rising health management awareness are expected to drive explosive growth in diverse nuclear medicine services [20]