Investment Rating - Buy (Maintained Rating) [1] Core Views - The company reported a steady growth in patient visits, with 1.485 million visits in Q3 2024, a 25% year-on-year increase, meeting expectations [2] - New clinics contributed significantly to the growth, with 77,000 visits from newly established medical institutions, accounting for 6.5% of the 25% growth rate, while existing clinics saw an 18.5% increase in visits [3] - The company expanded its network by adding 19 new clinics by the end of September 2024, including 4 self-built and 15 acquired, focusing on the Yangtze River Delta and central provincial capital cities, enhancing its revenue and profitability potential [3] - The traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) healthcare industry is experiencing strong demand, supported by favorable policies, and the company, as a leading TCM healthcare chain, has excellent cross-regional operational capabilities and significant advantages in brand, talent, and resources, indicating strong long-term growth potential [4] Financial Forecasts - Revenue forecasts for 2024-2026 are maintained at RMB 2.99 billion, RMB 3.89 billion, and RMB 4.97 billion, respectively [4] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for 2024-2026 is projected to be RMB 329 million, RMB 447 million, and RMB 585 million, respectively [4] - Earnings per share (EPS) for 2024-2026 are forecasted at RMB 1.34, RMB 1.82, and RMB 2.39, respectively [7] Operational Highlights - The company achieved a total of 1.485 million patient visits in Q3 2024, with new clinics contributing 77,000 visits and existing clinics seeing 1.408 million visits, a 18.5% year-on-year increase [3] - By the end of September 2024, the company added 19 new clinics, with a focus on the Yangtze River Delta and central provincial capital cities, forming a multi-clinic layout in key cities [3] Financial Data - As of November 7, 2024, the closing price was HKD 40.45, with a total market capitalization of HKD 9.78 billion [5] - The company's net asset value per share was HKD 10.43, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 31.33% [5] - The stock's highest and lowest prices over the past year were HKD 52.40 and HKD 32.70, respectively [5] Growth and Profitability Metrics - Revenue growth rates for 2023-2026 are projected at 43%, 28.5%, 30%, and 27.8%, respectively [13] - Net profit growth rates for 2023-2026 are forecasted at 37.6%, 30.5%, 35.7%, and 31%, respectively [13] - Gross margin, net margin, ROE, and ROA are expected to show steady improvements over the forecast period [13] Valuation Metrics - The company's P/E ratios for 2023-2026 are 35.1, 26.9, 19.8, and 15.1, respectively [7] - P/B ratios for the same period are 3.8, 3.6, 3.0, and 2.6, respectively [7]
固生堂：2024三季度点评：诊疗量增长稳健，门店持续扩张