Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Accumulate" for the company with a target price of 13.11 CNY [6][13]. Core Views - The company's existing business is under short-term pressure, but improvements are expected in the second half of 2025 as the innovation pipeline progresses [2][13]. - The revenue for the first half of 2025 is reported at 1.869 billion CNY, a decrease of 12.56% year-on-year, with a net profit attributable to the parent company of 308 million CNY, down 9.26% [13]. - The report highlights the impact of raw material price competition and centralized procurement on the company's performance, leading to a downward adjustment of EPS forecasts for 2025-2026 [13]. Financial Summary - Total revenue projections are as follows: 2023A: 4,123 million CNY, 2024A: 4,001 million CNY, 2025E: 3,910 million CNY, 2026E: 4,327 million CNY, and 2027E: 4,898 million CNY, reflecting a decline of 5.9% in 2023 and a gradual recovery thereafter [4][14]. - Net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to be 563 million CNY in 2023, decreasing to 397 million CNY in 2024, then rebounding to 592 million CNY in 2025, 679 million CNY in 2026, and 781 million CNY in 2027 [4][14]. - The report indicates a projected EPS of 0.60 CNY for 2025, 0.69 CNY for 2026, and 0.79 CNY for 2027 [13][14]. Business Segments - The raw material and intermediate segment reported revenue of 730 million CNY, down 20%, while the formulation segment generated 1.127 billion CNY, a decrease of 7.2% [13]. - The report notes that the gynecology segment saw revenue of 207 million CNY, down 11%, while respiratory formulations increased by 13% to 446 million CNY [13]. Innovation and Growth Potential - The company is collaborating with Omir Pharmaceuticals on a new drug, Omeros Sodium, which has submitted an NDA and is currently in the pharmaceutical review phase [13]. - The report anticipates that new products such as the long-acting analgesic injection CZ1S and the combination inhalation spray will contribute to future growth [13].

Core Viewpoint - In 2024, the company achieved revenue of 4 billion yuan, a slight year-on-year decline, while net profit attributable to shareholders was significantly impacted by a fine related to sodium dexamethasone sales, with a stable growth in non-recurring net profit [1][2][3] - The impact of centralized procurement on the formulation segment has been largely digested, and new products are continuously being introduced, with expectations for accelerated growth in 2025 [1][4] - Revenue from the raw materials segment declined due to inventory destocking by overseas clients and price decreases, but sales volume remains stable, with a positive outlook for gradual recovery [1][5] Financial Performance - In 2024, the company reported operating revenue of 4.001 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 2.98%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 397 million yuan, down 29.46% [2][3] - The non-recurring net profit for 2024 was 549 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.15% [2][3] - For Q1 2025, the company achieved operating revenue of 1.01 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 2.9%, with a net profit of 140 million yuan, down 4.7% [2][3] Formulation Segment - In 2024, the formulation sales revenue reached 2.276 billion yuan, an increase of 8% year-on-year [4] - Key therapeutic areas showed varied performance, with gynecology and family planning sales at 450 million yuan, stable year-on-year; anesthetic muscle relaxants at 160 million yuan, up 55%; respiratory products at 880 million yuan, up 31%; and dermatology products at 230 million yuan, up 19% [4] - The company’s new products are expected to accelerate growth, with significant sales increases in new offerings such as sodium glucosamine injection [4][6] Raw Materials Segment - In 2024, revenue from raw materials and intermediates was 1.55 billion yuan, a year-on-year decline of 13% [5] - The decline was attributed to inventory destocking in the international market and increased competition leading to price drops [5][6] - The company is expected to see a recovery in the raw materials segment as prices stabilize and market share increases [5][6] Expense Analysis - In 2024, the company's sales, management, and R&D expense ratios were 25.84%, 7.74%, and 6.63%, respectively, with slight increases year-on-year [7] - The gross margin improved to 57.49%, up 4.61 percentage points, attributed to the clearing of centralized procurement impacts and operational efficiency [7] - The net profit margin was 10%, significantly impacted by a fine provision of 195 million yuan [7] Future Outlook - The company is expected to achieve stable growth in revenue and profit in 2025, with non-centralized procurement products anticipated to grow steadily [8] - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 4.35 billion, 4.81 billion, and 5.48 billion yuan, with year-on-year growth rates of 8.6%, 10.7%, and 13.8% respectively [8]

Core Insights - The company faced revenue pressure but significantly improved profitability, with a 2024 revenue of 4.001 billion yuan (down 2.98% year-on-year) and a net profit of 397 million yuan (down 29.46% year-on-year) [1] - The company reported a gross margin of 57.49% for 2024, an increase of 4.61 percentage points, attributed to a higher proportion of high-margin formulations and optimized raw material costs [1] Revenue Breakdown - In 2024, the formulation sales revenue was 2.415 billion yuan (up 6.02% year-on-year), with significant growth in anesthetic muscle relaxants (up 55%) and respiratory products (up 31%), while generic drug formulation revenue decreased by 19% [2] - Raw material and intermediate revenue fell to 1.547 billion yuan (down 13.4% year-on-year), primarily due to intensified competition and price declines in the non-standard market [2] Growth Potential - The company has a strong pipeline with four new generic drug approvals in 2024, including the first domestic generic version of estradiol valerate tablets [3] - The company is expanding internationally, with raw materials like medroxyprogesterone acetate receiving WHO PQ certification and prednisone receiving PMDA certification in Japan [3] - Earnings per share forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 0.69, 0.80, and 0.97 yuan, respectively, with a target price of 11.04 yuan based on a 16x P/E ratio for 2025 [3]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of 11.04 CNY based on a 16x P/E ratio for 2025 [2][5]. Core Views - The company's revenue is under short-term pressure, but there is sufficient growth momentum. The revenue forecast for 2025-2027 has been adjusted, with expected earnings per share of 0.69 CNY, 0.80 CNY, and 0.97 CNY respectively [2][8]. - The company achieved a revenue of 4.001 billion CNY in 2024, a decrease of 3.0% year-on-year, and a net profit attributable to the parent company of 397 million CNY, down 29.5% year-on-year. However, the gross margin improved to 57.5% due to a higher proportion of high-margin formulations [4][8]. - The company has a clear growth trajectory with new product approvals and ongoing international expansion efforts. In 2024, four generic drug projects were approved, and several others are in various stages of development [8]. Financial Summary - **Revenue Forecast**: - 2023: 4,123 million CNY - 2024: 4,001 million CNY - 2025: 4,598 million CNY (14.9% growth) - 2026: 5,361 million CNY (16.6% growth) - 2027: 6,336 million CNY (18.2% growth) [4][10] - **Net Profit**: - 2023: 563 million CNY - 2024: 397 million CNY - 2025: 683 million CNY (71.9% growth) - 2026: 796 million CNY (16.5% growth) - 2027: 961 million CNY (20.8% growth) [4][10] - **Earnings Per Share**: - 2023: 0.57 CNY - 2024: 0.40 CNY - 2025: 0.69 CNY - 2026: 0.80 CNY - 2027: 0.97 CNY [4][10] - **Profitability Ratios**: - Gross Margin: 52.9% (2023), 57.5% (2024), 57.0% (2025E), 57.8% (2026E), 58.0% (2027E) - Net Margin: 13.7% (2023), 9.9% (2024), 14.9% (2025E), 14.8% (2026E), 15.2% (2027E) [4][10]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company [6][8]. Core Views - The company experienced a decline in revenue and net profit in 2024, with total revenue of 4.0 billion yuan, down 3.0% year-on-year, and a net profit of 0.4 billion yuan, down 29.5% year-on-year. However, the adjusted net profit increased by 2.2% year-on-year to 0.55 billion yuan [3]. - The company's formulation business showed steady growth, with revenue of 2.42 billion yuan, up 6.0% year-on-year, while the raw material drug segment faced a decline in revenue of 1.55 billion yuan, down 13.4% year-on-year [4]. - The report highlights the potential for growth in the company's unique and innovative products, which are expected to drive the formulation business to new heights [5]. Summary by Sections Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved total revenue of 4.0 billion yuan, with a net profit of 0.4 billion yuan. The first quarter of 2025 saw revenue of 1.01 billion yuan, down 2.9% year-on-year, and a net profit of 0.14 billion yuan, down 4.7% year-on-year [3]. - The company forecasts a recovery in net profit from 0.64 billion yuan in 2025 to 0.77 billion yuan in 2027, with corresponding growth rates of 61.2%, 7.0%, and 11.7% [6][7]. Business Segments - The formulation business is the main growth driver, with significant contributions from respiratory and dermatological products, while the raw material drug segment is under pressure due to price declines [4][5]. - The report notes that the company is focusing on upgrading its product offerings and increasing its share in high-end markets, which is expected to stabilize the raw material drug business in the long term [6]. Future Outlook - The company is expected to benefit from the launch of innovative products and the growth of unique products, which will likely enhance its market position and drive revenue growth [5][6].