Youcare Pharmaceutical (SH:688658) Orient Securities·2025-09-18 06:19Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company with a target price of 25.35 CNY, based on a 65x PE valuation for 2026 [4][9]. Core Views - The company's performance is under pressure due to the price adjustment of its core product, Ginkgo biloba extract injection, which has significantly impacted revenue and profit margins [12]. - The company is accelerating its small nucleic acid drug pipeline, which shows potential for international expansion, with several products already in clinical trials in both China and the United States [12]. - Increased investment in R&D is evident, with R&D expenses rising to 2.1 billion CNY, accounting for 17.9% of revenue, indicating a commitment to innovation [12]. Financial Performance Summary - Revenue is projected to decline from 4,196 million CNY in 2023 to 3,107 million CNY in 2025, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 17.8% [6]. - Operating profit is expected to drop significantly to 76 million CNY in 2025, down from 232 million CNY in 2023, with a projected recovery in subsequent years [6]. - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to decrease to 57 million CNY in 2025, a decline of 53.7% compared to 2023 [6]. - The gross margin is expected to decline to 49.3% in 2025, with a gradual recovery projected thereafter [6].