Guo Ji Jin Rong Bao·2025-09-16 13:00Group 1 - BMS is selling a 60% stake in its China joint venture, Shanghai BMS, to an affiliate of Hillhouse Capital, with the deal expected to close in early 2026 [1][4] - The divested assets include several products manufactured and sold exclusively in mainland China, such as Baraclude, Bufferin, and Theragran [1][4] - This divestiture is part of BMS's strategy to focus resources on core areas and optimize its business layout [1][4] Group 2 - Shanghai BMS was established in 1982 as the first Sino-American joint venture pharmaceutical company in China, predating other joint ventures like Xi'an Janssen and MSD [3] - The trend of foreign pharmaceutical companies exiting joint ventures in China is increasing, as the policy environment allows for wholly-owned operations [3][6] - Shanghai BMS has faced declining performance due to intensified competition and price reductions from centralized procurement, leading to a strategic decision to sell its business [4][6] Group 3 - In 2016, Shanghai BMS reported a record revenue of 4.72 billion yuan, but recent years have seen a decline in performance due to competition and pricing pressures [4] - The divestiture aligns with BMS's broader transformation plan, as the company reported a 2.48% year-over-year revenue decline in its latest financial report [4]