CCHT(SZ:000661) 2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-09-30 01:11Core Viewpoint - Changchun High-Tech Industry (Group) Co., Ltd. is accelerating its plan for a Hong Kong IPO to seek new opportunities amid declining performance, particularly due to over-reliance on its growth hormone business [1][8]. Company Overview - The company submitted its prospectus to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 29, aiming for a listing on the main board [1]. - As of September 29, 2025, the company's total market capitalization was approximately RMB 52.583 billion [1]. Business Challenges - The company has faced significant revenue fluctuations, with projected revenues of approximately RMB 126.27 billion, RMB 145.66 billion, and RMB 134.66 billion from 2022 to 2024, and a net profit decline of 43.01% in 2024 [3][4]. - The primary reason for the revenue decline is the company's heavy dependence on its growth hormone business, which has been affected by price controls from centralized procurement policies [4][5]. Market Dynamics - The growth hormone market in China has seen rapid growth, increasing from RMB 4 billion in 2018 to RMB 11.6 billion in 2023, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 23.9% [4][5]. - Despite holding a 74% market share, the company faces increasing competition, particularly from long-acting growth hormone products, which are gaining market share at a rate exceeding 50% annually [5]. Vaccine Business Performance - The company's vaccine segment has also struggled, with a reported revenue drop of 39.96% year-on-year in Q1 2025, primarily due to decreased sales of the shingles vaccine [6]. IPO Strategy and Goals - The Hong Kong IPO is seen as a critical step for the company to enhance its international presence, improve financing capabilities, and attract international investors [2][8]. - The company aims to expand its overseas revenue, which was only RMB 1.3 billion in 2024, by diversifying its export product categories and increasing international collaborations [8]. Market Environment and Challenges - The current market sentiment for biotech stocks in Hong Kong is cautious, with a high rate of new stock failures, which could lead to valuation pressures for the company [9]. - The company must navigate uncertainties in drug development and commercialization, as well as the competitive landscape influenced by policy changes and market dynamics [10].