Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-09-11 00:19Core Viewpoint - Sun Jimu, a steel tycoon, has acquired a 5% stake in Zhend Medical through a share transfer agreement, indicating confidence in the company's future despite recent performance challenges [1][6]. Company Summary - Zhend Medical announced the transfer of 13.32 million shares to Sun Jimu at a price of 26.74 CNY per share, representing a 10% discount from the closing price of 29.45 CNY on September 10, totaling approximately 356 million CNY [1][6]. - After the transaction, Zhend Medical's controlling shareholder, Zhejiang Zhend, and its concerted parties will hold 54.2% of the shares, while Sun Jimu will hold 5% [6]. - The company reported a revenue of 2.1 billion CNY in the first half of the year, a 2.83% increase year-on-year, but a net profit of 128 million CNY, down 20.61% year-on-year, attributed to increased expenses and market development costs [6]. Industry Context - Zhend Medical, established in 1994, operates in the "medical + health" sector, focusing on a range of products including health protection, wound care, and personal hygiene [6]. - Sun Jimu is the chairman of Hebei Xinhua United Metallurgical Holding Group, which ranks 42nd in the "2025 China Private Enterprises 500" list with a revenue of 172.8 billion CNY [7]. - Sun Jimu has previously acquired a stake in Jingu Co., with a current holding of 6%, and the stock has appreciated by 21% this year, indicating potential gains from his investments [7].