IMEIK(SZ:300896) Guan Cha Zhe Wang·2025-10-23 10:44Core Insights - The company has successfully completed the registration of its first cosmetic raw material, "Glycyrrhetinic Acid A," marking its entry into the cosmetic raw material sector [1][2] - The company is undergoing a strategic transformation from a focus on medical beauty injection products to a broader "medical + beauty" ecosystem [2][3] Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported revenue of 3.026 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 5.45%, and a net profit of 1.956 billion yuan, also up by 5.47% [2] - In the first half of 2025, both revenue and net profit saw a decline of over 20% year-on-year [2] Market Challenges - The company's flagship products, "Haitai" and "Ruhua Tianzi," have experienced significant revenue declines of 23.79% and 23.99% respectively in the first half of 2025 [3][4] - The competitive landscape has intensified, with new entrants disrupting the market, leading to a shift from a monopoly to a multi-player competition [4][6] Strategic Initiatives - The company is diversifying its portfolio across various sectors, including weight loss drugs, botulinum toxin, photonic instruments, and cosmetics [3][9] - The "medical beauty transformation" strategy aims to leverage medical technology into the broader beauty market, with multiple skincare brands already launched [9][11] Legal and Operational Issues - The company is facing legal challenges related to its acquisition of REGEN Biotech, which has led to disputes over exclusive distribution rights for key products [6][8] - The company acknowledges the increasing competition and the need for quality and effectiveness in the evolving market landscape [6][8] Long-term Vision - The company has been strategically positioning itself in the biopharmaceutical sector since 2018, with a focus on leveraging its core capabilities in biotechnology for future growth [11][12]