Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-30 11:04Core Viewpoint - Youcare Pharmaceutical Group Co., Ltd. (悦康药业) has submitted its prospectus for an IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to expand its market presence after being listed on the A-share market since December 2020, with a current market capitalization of approximately RMB 10.4 billion [1][16]. Business Overview - Established in 2001, Youcare Pharmaceutical is a biopharmaceutical company with a diverse portfolio of commercially recognized products, focusing on research, development, production, and commercialization of therapies including oligonucleotides, mRNA vaccines, peptides, and innovative traditional Chinese medicine [2][17]. - Key products include Youcare Tong® (Ginkgo biloba extract injection) for managing cerebrovascular and peripheral vascular disorders, Ailisi® (Sildenafil citrate tablets) for treating erectile dysfunction, and other significant products like Liweike® (Omeprazole enteric-coated capsules) and Yuedaning® (Metformin sustained-release tablets) [2][17]. Pipeline and R&D - The company's pipeline includes innovative candidates across various stages, focusing on four core modalities: oligonucleotides, mRNA vaccines, peptides, and innovative traditional Chinese medicine [4][19]. - Notable projects include YKYY013 for chronic hepatitis B, YKYY015 targeting PCSK9 for cardiovascular metabolism, and YKYY029 for hypertension, all of which have received clinical trial approvals in China and the U.S. [4][19]. - In the mRNA vaccine segment, projects YKYY025 and YKYY026 aim to prevent RSV and varicella-zoster virus infections, respectively, with U.S. clinical trial approvals [4][19]. Financial Performance - For the fiscal years ending December 31, 2022, 2023, and 2024, and the first seven months of 2025, Youcare Pharmaceutical reported revenues of RMB 4.52 billion, RMB 4.18 billion, RMB 3.77 billion, and RMB 1.30 billion, respectively, with corresponding net profits of RMB 339 million, RMB 187 million, RMB 121 million, and a loss of RMB 146 million [12][27]. - The revenue breakdown shows significant contributions from cardiovascular, anti-infection, digestive system, and diabetes-related products, with cardiovascular products generating RMB 2.76 billion in 2022 [6][21]. Shareholding Structure - Prior to the Hong Kong listing, the major shareholders include Mr. Yu Weishi and Ms. Ma Guiying, who collectively hold approximately 48.65% of the company, making them the controlling shareholders [7][22]. Board of Directors - The board consists of 11 members, including 7 executive directors led by Mr. Yu Weishi as Chairman and Mr. Yu Fei as General Manager, along with 4 non-executive directors with diverse backgrounds in finance and healthcare [10][25].