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Core Viewpoint - The company "Pian Zai Huang," known as the "Moutai of Medicine," is shifting its focus towards private equity investments due to low returns on its substantial cash reserves, which have led to a need for new growth engines [2][11]. Investment Strategy - Pian Zai Huang's wholly-owned subsidiary, Zhangzhou Pian Zai Huang Investment Management Co., plans to invest 200 million RMB in the Gao Xin Run Xin Fund, representing 20% of the fund's target size [2][4]. - The company has significantly increased its participation in private equity investments since 2024, establishing multiple funds including the Yuan Shan Fund and the Ying Ke Health Fund [7][8]. - The company aims to enhance its competitive edge and find new growth points by investing in the health industry, which includes pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and health-related sectors [4][10]. Financial Performance - As of the end of 2024, Pian Zai Huang's total deposits reached 6.554 billion RMB, but the interest income was only 36.8579 million RMB, resulting in a low yield of 0.56% [2][11]. - The company's revenue for 2024 was 10.788 billion RMB, with a year-on-year growth of 7.25%, while net profit grew by only 6.42% [10]. - The gross margin for its liver disease medication decreased to 67.91%, down 10.88 percentage points from the previous year, contributing to performance pressure [10]. Market Position - Pian Zai Huang's market capitalization has seen significant fluctuations, peaking near 300 billion RMB in 2021, but has since faced a decline, with stock prices dropping for four consecutive years [9][10]. - The company has also engaged in direct stock investments, holding shares in several listed companies, which have contributed to its financial performance [8][13]. Industry Trends - There is a growing trend among pharmaceutical companies to participate as limited partners (LPs) in private equity, with several firms, including Yunnan Baiyao and others, following a similar strategy to leverage their cash reserves for investment opportunities [14][15].