Core Viewpoint - The industrial hemp sector experienced a significant surge on December 12, driven by news that former President Trump is considering reclassifying marijuana's danger level, which could lower its regulatory status [1] Market Performance - Fu'an Pharmaceutical rose over 15% - Rhine Biology hit the daily limit up - Morning Light Bio increased nearly 7% - Kang En Bei and Fu Ri Electronics both rose around 6% [1] U.S. Market Reaction - U.S. cannabis stocks saw strong performance on Monday: - Canopy Growth surged over 26% - Tilray Brands jumped over 40% - Cronos Group increased by more than 14%, reaching a 52-week high [1] Industrial Hemp Overview - Industrial hemp is characterized by a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content of less than 0.3% and does not exhibit psychoactive effects - Its seeds, flowers, leaves, stalks, and roots can be utilized in textiles, food, daily chemicals, and pharmaceuticals [1] Market Growth Forecast - According to Mordor Intelligence, the global industrial hemp market is projected to grow from $2.21 billion in 2023 to $4.97 billion by 2028 - This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.56% over the next five years [1]

Core Viewpoint - The A-share market saw a collective rise in industrial hemp concept stocks, driven by potential regulatory changes regarding cannabis classification in the U.S. [1][2] Group 1: Stock Performance - Fu'an Pharmaceutical (300194) increased by 15.02%, with a total market capitalization of 63.77 billion [2] - Rhine Biology (002166) reached a 10% limit up, with a market cap of 68.23 billion [2] - Morning Light Biology (300138) rose by 6.38%, with a market cap of 69.32 billion [2] - Dezhan Health (000813) saw a 4.39% increase, with a market cap of 94.79 billion [2] - Shunhao Co. (002565) and Kang En Bei (600572) increased by 3.65% and 3.25%, with market caps of 90.42 billion and 120 billion respectively [2] Group 2: Regulatory News - The Washington Post reported that Trump expressed interest in reclassifying cannabis as a lower-risk drug during a fundraising dinner, which could simplify the buying and selling process of cannabis [3] - This potential regulatory change could make the multi-billion dollar cannabis industry more profitable [3]

Core Viewpoint - ST Longjin is facing delisting due to a net profit loss in the recently disclosed 2024 annual report and revenue falling below 300 million, triggering delisting conditions [2][14]. Company Overview - Longjin Pharmaceutical was established in September 1996, focusing on the research, production, and sales of modern traditional Chinese medicine and high-end chemical generics [2]. - The company’s representative products include injection of Ligusticum Chuanxiong, injection of fibrinolytic enzyme, and injection of Bivalirudin, with Ligusticum Chuanxiong being the core product [2]. Stock Performance - Longjin Pharmaceutical was listed in 2015 during a bull market, with its stock price peaking at 135 yuan before experiencing a significant decline, dropping to around 6 yuan within two years [2]. - In 2019, the company invested 15 million yuan to acquire a 51% stake in Yunnan Muya Agricultural Technology Co., which focuses on large-scale industrial hemp cultivation, leading to a stock price surge from 5 yuan to 23.5 yuan in two months [4]. - The stock was heavily speculated upon due to the industrial hemp concept, achieving multiple trading halts in 2021, earning the title of the "first industrial hemp stock" [4]. Financial Performance - From 2021 to 2024, Longjin Pharmaceutical's revenue showed a drastic decline: 702.5 million, 123 million, 86.62 million, and 66.48 million respectively, with net profits of 3.093 million, -56.12 million, -70.94 million, and -41.44 million, indicating three consecutive years of losses [7]. - The company was placed under delisting risk warning by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in the previous year due to a negative net profit and revenue below 100 million [8]. Recent Developments - Following the delisting risk warning, Longjin Pharmaceutical's stock faced a series of trading halts, with the price plummeting to around 1 yuan after multiple trading suspensions [9][11]. - Currently, there are nearly 30,000 shareholders, many of whom are stuck with high-priced shares and reluctant to sell [14]. Industry Context - The number of listed companies in A-shares has exceeded 5,000, with an increasing number of delistings each year, highlighting the importance of avoiding poorly performing stocks [16].