Core Viewpoint - Pengli Biopharmaceutical Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is pursuing a backdoor listing through acquisition by Aopumai after failing to list on the Sci-Tech Innovation Board, with the latest valuation and performance data drawing attention [1][3][7]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - Aopumai plans to acquire 100% of Pengli Biopharmaceutical through a combination of issuing shares and cash payments to 31 parties, including PL HK and Sequoia Capital [3]. - The acquisition aims to enhance Aopumai's business by integrating its cell culture products and services with Pengli's preclinical CRO services, creating significant synergies [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance - In 2022 and 2023, Pengli reported revenues of 256 million and 311 million yuan, with net profits of approximately 57.17 million and 56.88 million yuan, indicating a slight decline in 2023 [7]. - For the period of January to November 2024, Pengli's revenue was about 274 million yuan, with net profit around 35.31 million yuan, showing a gap compared to the full-year performance of 2023 [7]. Group 3: IPO and Valuation - Pengli's IPO was initially valued at over 3.2 billion yuan but faced a reduction in valuation during the IPO process, with the latest estimated valuation and transaction price still pending completion of audits [5][6]. - The company aimed to raise up to 601 million yuan for various projects, but the valuation at the time of the IPO was approximately 2.4 billion yuan, reflecting a significant decrease from previous funding rounds [6]. Group 4: Industry Context - The CRO industry is experiencing intense competition, leading to market share battles and compressed profit margins, alongside challenges such as talent shortages and tight funding [8]. - Aopumai is also facing a projected decline in net profit for 2024, estimated at around 20.33 million yuan, representing a decrease of approximately 62.37% year-on-year [8].