Bei Jing Shang Bao·2025-09-28 05:21Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the contrasting performance and business strategies of two A-share pharmaceutical companies, Shuyou Shen (舒泰神) and Zhaoyan New Drug (昭衍新药), both led by the same entrepreneurial couple, Feng Yuxia and Zhou Zhiwen. While Shuyou Shen focuses on innovative drug development and is currently facing losses, Zhaoyan New Drug, which provides CRO services, has shown consistent profitability but is experiencing market fluctuations related to its key resource, experimental monkeys [1][2][3]. Company Performance - Shuyou Shen's stock price surged over 700% from May to August, making it a standout in the pharmaceutical sector, while Zhaoyan New Drug's stock price doubled within the same timeframe [2]. - As of September 26, Shuyou Shen's stock was priced at 33.87 CNY, reflecting a year-to-date increase of 357.09%, while Zhaoyan New Drug's stock was at 36.93 CNY, with a 115.7% increase [3]. - Both companies have seen a decline in stock prices from their peak, with Shuyou Shen experiencing a 39.03% drop from August 19 to September 26, and Zhaoyan New Drug seeing a 12.49% decrease from September 17 to 26 [4]. Financial Results - Shuyou Shen reported a revenue of approximately 126 million CNY for the first half of the year, a 31.14% decrease year-on-year, and a net loss of 25 million CNY, down 619.7% [6]. - In contrast, Zhaoyan New Drug achieved a revenue of about 669 million CNY, a 21.28% decline, but turned a profit with a net income of 61 million CNY, marking a recovery from previous losses [7]. Market Dynamics - Zhaoyan New Drug's performance is closely tied to the market price of experimental monkeys, which are essential for drug research. The company benefits from stable supply and demand, which helps maintain monkey prices [8]. - The company has indicated that new orders are increasing, providing a positive outlook for future revenue and profit recovery, despite current challenges [7]. Future Outlook - Shuyou Shen's future growth hinges on the successful commercialization of its innovative drug STSP-0601 for hemophilia, which has been prioritized for review, creating significant market expectations [9]. - Zhaoyan New Drug faces long-term challenges from potential technological advancements that could reduce reliance on live animals for research, although it is currently investing in alternative research methods [10]. Related Transactions - There are ongoing collaborations between Shuyou Shen and Zhaoyan New Drug, with projected service fees of approximately 45.29 million CNY for 2025, reflecting a significant increase from 26.19 million CNY in 2024 [11]. - However, past transactions have raised regulatory concerns due to breaches of commitments regarding related party transactions, leading to administrative measures against Shuyou Shen and its chairman [12].