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Core Viewpoint - The stock price of Yipinhong has significantly declined following the announcement of the sale of its stake in Arthrosi, which is developing the gout drug AR882, despite the company retaining 100% rights to AR882 in China [1][5][6]. Group 1: Stock Performance - Yipinhong's stock price has dropped nearly 30% over three trading days following the announcement of the stake sale [3][4]. - On December 17, the stock opened down 1.53% and experienced a decline of nearly 5% during the day, closing at 33.34 CNY per share, down 0.24% [3][4]. - The stock hit a 20% limit down on December 15, prompting the company to announce a share buyback plan of 100 to 200 million CNY to stabilize investor confidence [4][6]. Group 2: Stake Sale Details - Yipinhong plans to sell its 13.45% stake in Arthrosi to Sobi for a total of 9.5 billion USD upfront and up to 5.5 billion USD in milestone payments [3][5]. - Following the sale, Yipinhong will no longer hold any equity in Arthrosi but will retain 100% market rights for AR882 in China and priority for global supply [5][6]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Yipinhong reported a revenue of approximately 1.45 billion CNY last year, a decrease of 42.07%, resulting in a net loss of about 540 million CNY [7]. - For the first three quarters of this year, the company recorded a revenue of approximately 814 million CNY, down 34.35%, with a net loss of about 136 million CNY [7]. - The company aims to focus on innovation and has established multiple drug development platforms, with plans to submit 1-2 new drug applications annually [8]. Group 4: Product Focus - AR882 is a selective URAT1 inhibitor aimed at treating gout and related conditions, currently in critical phase III clinical trials [5][6]. - Yipinhong's innovation strategy includes developing drugs that meet unmet clinical needs, with a focus on best-in-class and first-in-class products [8].