Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-25 09:40Group 1 - The core point of the article highlights the stark contrast between the overall recovery of the CRO industry, which has seen a rise of over 40% this year, and the significant decline of Tigermed, which has been removed from the Shenzhen 100 Index due to its stock price dropping over 70% since its peak in 2021, resulting in a market value loss of more than 130 billion yuan [1][2][7] Group 2 - The removal of Tigermed from the Shenzhen 100 Index reflects a decline in its industry status, as the adjustment is based on quantitative indicators such as market capitalization, liquidity, and industry representation, indicating a reassessment of its market leadership [2][3] - Despite holding a 10.6% market share and being the only Chinese clinical CRO in the global top ten, Tigermed's revenue is projected to decline by 10.58% in 2024, with net profit expected to plummet by nearly 80% [3][8] - In the first three quarters of 2025, while net profit increased by 25.45%, this growth was primarily driven by non-operating income, including a 303% surge in investment income and a more than tenfold increase in fair value changes [3][8] Group 3 - Tigermed faces dual challenges: external factors such as intensified industry competition and rising costs, alongside internal issues like an imbalanced profit model [4][9] - The gross margin for clinical trial services has dropped from 38.4% to 22.8%, indicating pricing pressure and cost control challenges [4][9] - The company's reliance on investment income has made its profit structure fragile, raising concerns about sustainability [4][9] Group 4 - The CEO's decision to cash out over 21 million yuan in September 2025 has further shaken market confidence in Tigermed [4][9] - Although some institutions predict potential revenue recovery in the next three years, Tigermed must transition from an "investment-driven" model to a "core business-driven" approach to regain market trust and improve its competitive edge [4][9][10]