Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-10-30 05:41Core Viewpoint - Fosun Pharma is planning to spin off its subsidiary, Fosun Antigen, for a listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange amid fluctuating performance and increasing debt levels [2][4]. Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, Fosun Pharma reported a revenue of 29.393 billion yuan, a decrease of 4.91% year-on-year, while net profit increased by 25.50% to 2.523 billion yuan [12]. - In 2023, Fosun Pharma's revenue was 41.4 billion yuan, down 5.81% year-on-year, and net profit fell by 36.04% to 2.386 billion yuan [11]. - The company has experienced a decline in revenue over the past few years, with 2022 revenue at 43.952 billion yuan, a 12.66% increase, but net profit decreased by 21.10% [9]. Debt and Cash Flow - As of the end of Q3 2025, Fosun Pharma had cash and cash equivalents of 11.478 billion yuan and short-term borrowings of 16.447 billion yuan, indicating tight cash flow [12]. - Fosun Antigen's debt ratio increased from 33.87% at the end of 2024 to 43.72% by mid-2025, reflecting a rise of approximately 10 percentage points in just six months [7]. Spin-off Details - The spin-off of Fosun Antigen aims to enhance its governance and sustainable development, thereby maximizing shareholder value [4]. - Fosun Antigen focuses on the research, production, and sales of human vaccines and has developed several vaccines that have been approved for sale in China [6]. Investment Initiatives - Fosun Pharma's subsidiary plans to establish a target fund with a total fundraising goal of 1 billion yuan, with Fosun Pharma contributing 100 million yuan [13]. - The fund aims to leverage partnerships with various investors to expand in innovative drugs, biopharmaceuticals, and high-end medical devices [13].