Hua Xia Shi Bao·2026-02-12 10:00Group 1: Core Insights - Tongrentang Group is accelerating its capital deployment by planning to acquire Jiasitang for 1.461 billion yuan, aiming to fill its commercial distribution gap [2][3] - The group is also attempting to spin off Tongrentang Yiyang to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, which would position it as the largest private traditional Chinese medicine hospital in China [2][6] - If both transactions are successful, Tongrentang will control five listed companies, creating a diversified capital structure across industry, commerce, and healthcare [2][3] Group 2: Financial Performance - Jiasitang reported a net profit of 161 million yuan in 2024, a decline of 35.75%, with revenue experiencing its first negative growth since listing at -19.93% [3][5] - Tongrentang's revenue and net profit both declined by 3.7% and 12.78% respectively in the first three quarters of 2025 [5] - Tongrentang Yiyang, despite being the largest private TCM hospital, has the lowest profitability within the group, with a gross margin of only 18.9% in 2024 [7][9] Group 3: Market Dynamics - The pharmaceutical industry is facing a slowdown, with revenue for major pharmaceutical manufacturing companies declining by 1.2% in 2025, prompting a trend of integration between manufacturing and distribution [6] - The merger between Tongrentang and Jiasitang is seen as a strategic move to enhance market coverage and operational synergy [6][5] - The integration of resources and optimization of management will be crucial for long-term success, as merely acquiring distribution channels may not suffice [6] Group 4: IPO Challenges - Tongrentang Yiyang has faced difficulties in its IPO process, having submitted its application twice without success, raising concerns about its independence and financial health [2][12] - The company’s profitability is heavily reliant on acquisitions, with a significant portion of its revenue coming from recently acquired assets [11][12] - The dual role of Tongrentang as both a supplier and a customer raises questions about the sustainability of its business model, which could hinder its IPO prospects [13]