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疫苗行业竞争加剧,万泰生物上市后首现半年度亏损

Core Viewpoint - WanTai Bio's 2025 semi-annual report reveals significant declines in revenue and profit, marking the first half-year loss since its listing in 2020, primarily due to market adjustments and government procurement impacts on its vaccine segment [1][2][3]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, WanTai Bio achieved revenue of approximately 844 million yuan, a year-on-year decline of 38.25% [1]. - The net profit attributable to shareholders was approximately -144 million yuan, a decrease of 155.30% year-on-year [1]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was approximately -243 million yuan, down 481.93% year-on-year [1]. - Basic earnings per share were -0.11 yuan, a decline of 152.38% year-on-year [1]. Business Overview - WanTai Bio, established in 1991, operates primarily in two sectors: in vitro diagnostics and vaccines [4]. - The company has developed a diversified pipeline centered around HPV vaccines, including the world's only hepatitis E vaccine and a two-valent HPV vaccine that has received WHO-PQ certification [4]. - The nine-valent HPV vaccine has been approved for market release, becoming the first domestically produced and the second globally approved nine-valent HPV vaccine [4]. Research and Development Progress - The R&D expenses decreased by 42.39% year-on-year, mainly due to reduced costs associated with the transition of the nine-valent HPV vaccine [3]. - Various vaccines are in different stages of development, including: - Nine-valent HPV vaccine: Approved for market release and male Phase III clinical trials initiated [5]. - 20-valent pneumonia conjugate vaccine: Phase I clinical trials progressing as planned [5]. - Recombinant shingles vaccine: IND registration application in progress [5]. - Other vaccines, including live attenuated varicella vaccines and universal nasal spray influenza vaccines, are also advancing as scheduled [5]. Industry Competition - The vaccine industry in China is experiencing intensified competition, with increasing product homogeneity and price competition becoming the norm [6]. - Domestic companies are expanding into overseas markets, while multinational corporations are increasing investments in China, leading to heightened competition on a global scale [6]. - WanTai Bio is actively optimizing its response mechanisms across R&D, production, marketing, and internationalization to address these competitive risks [7].