Core Viewpoint - The performance in H1 2025 meets expectations, with the consolidation of Zhongshan Haiji and Hong'an Jiyuan enhancing company performance. The apparent revenue shows steady growth, but internal business growth is under pressure due to lower respiratory disease incidence compared to the same period last year and the impact of VAT rate adjustments. The respiratory disease incidence remains low in Q3 2025, and internal revenue growth is expected to remain under pressure. However, the apparent revenue is anticipated to achieve stable year-on-year growth in the second half of the year. The company, as a leader in the molecular diagnostics industry, has a rich product matrix and high industry recognition, with a clear first-mover advantage in respiratory testing. The expansion of home testing services further contributes to revenue growth, and the company is optimistic about achieving integrated diagnosis and treatment through mergers and self-research [1][3][8]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 869 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 21.15%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 163 million yuan, up 3.84%. The net profit after deducting non-recurring items was 136 million yuan, an increase of 12.19%. The basic earnings per share were 0.28 yuan. In Q2 2025, the operating revenue was 393 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20.59%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 71 million yuan, a decrease of 6.21% [2][3]. Business Segments - The performance of Zhongshan Haiji's growth hormone business was notable, contributing 216 million yuan in revenue during the consolidation period. Hong'an Jiyuan contributed 10.54 million yuan in revenue. Excluding the contributions from these two companies, the company's internal business revenue declined by 10% year-on-year in H1 2025. The overall performance in H1 2025 met expectations, despite the internal growth being under pressure due to lower respiratory disease incidence and VAT adjustments [3][4]. Product Development - In the molecular diagnostics field, the company has launched its first fungal testing reagent, significantly improving the efficiency of diagnosing invasive pulmonary fungal diseases. The company is leveraging an "Internet + Healthcare" home testing model to drive respiratory product sales directly to consumers, with promising prospects for expanding this model to other product categories [4]. Investment and Mergers - The company is actively seeking quality targets for investment and collaboration, having acquired 100% of Zhongshan Haiji's shares to establish a foothold in the growth hormone sector. This acquisition supports long-term development in pediatrics and aids in creating an integrated health solution strategy. The company has also increased its investment in Zhenmai Bio to accelerate the domestic replacement of gene sequencing solutions and promote international breakthroughs in gene technology [6][7]. Financial Metrics - In H1 2025, the company's gross profit margin was 73.28%, a decrease of 3.99 percentage points year-on-year, primarily due to price reductions in high-margin respiratory testing kits and VAT policy adjustments. The sales expense ratio was 31.83%, while the management expense ratio decreased to 12.09%. The research and development expense ratio was 17.71%, and the financial expense ratio was -3.98% due to reduced interest income from deposits. The net operating cash flow was -143 million yuan, compared to -63 million yuan in the same period last year [7]. Future Outlook - Looking ahead to the second half of the year, the company expects to be affected by VAT rate adjustments and the unbundling of testing project packages. The respiratory disease incidence remains low, and internal revenue growth is anticipated to remain under pressure in Q3 2025. However, the consolidation of Zhongshan Haiji and Hong'an Jiyuan is expected to contribute to revenue growth, with apparent revenue projected to achieve stable year-on-year growth in the second half [8]. Profit Forecast and Valuation - In the short term, with the significant improvement in domestic PCR testing efficiency and clinical awareness, the penetration rate of molecular diagnostics is expected to rise rapidly. The company, as a leader in molecular diagnostics, is poised for steady development in various fields, including respiratory, maternal and child health, hepatitis, and blood screening. However, short-term performance may be volatile due to respiratory disease incidence, VAT rate adjustments, and policy impacts. In the medium to long term, the company has strong advantages in R&D, channels, and branding, actively expanding into new application areas in molecular diagnostics [9].
圣湘生物(688289):生长激素业务表现亮眼 并购布局诊疗一体化