骨科抢眼、出海加速 医疗器械企业寻路“拐点”

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese medical device industry faced a challenging yet opportunity-filled first half of 2025, with a decline in overall performance due to complex global macroeconomic conditions, despite signs of recovery in medical equipment procurement [1][2]. Industry Performance - In the first half of 2025, 131 A-share medical device companies reported a total revenue of 1188.17 billion yuan, a decrease of 4.29% from 1241.43 billion yuan in the previous year. Net profit fell by 17.17% to 188.12 billion yuan from 227.11 billion yuan [1]. - The in vitro diagnostics sector experienced significant downturns, with over 80% of companies reporting declining performance, including major players like Mindray Medical, which saw its first negative mid-year report since listing [1]. Growth Areas - Despite the overall decline, certain sectors such as orthopedics and cardiovascular devices showed rapid growth, with companies like Sanyou Medical and Dabo Medical achieving revenue growth rates exceeding 40% [1]. - The electrophysiology sector also performed well, with companies like Huitai Medical and Microelectrophysiology reporting net profit increases of 24.11% and 92.02%, respectively [4]. International Market Expansion - The overseas market has become a crucial growth path for leading companies, with significant revenue increases reported by companies like Ruimait and Yuyue Medical, which saw growth rates of 61.33% and 49.96% in international sales [2][9]. - A total of 89 companies reported overseas revenue of 332.47 billion yuan, marking an 8.2% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [9]. Future Outlook - There is a general expectation that the medical device industry will see a turning point in the second half of 2025, driven by improved demand and a recovery in procurement activities [13][14]. - The National Medical Products Administration reported a significant increase in the approval of innovative medical devices, with 45 new devices approved in the first half of 2025, reflecting a 87% year-on-year growth [14].