Core Viewpoint - Baihe Co., Ltd. is facing operational challenges with a decline in revenue and profit, prompting the company to adopt a strategy of "internal growth + external expansion" to enhance competitiveness [1][4]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Baihe Co., Ltd. reported revenue of 801 million yuan, a decrease of 8.02% year-on-year, and a net profit of 139 million yuan, down 17.6% [1][2]. - The company's main business gross margin was 36.21%, a decline of 0.89 percentage points compared to the previous year [1][3]. - The revenue from the main nutrition and health food business was 796 million yuan, down 7.95% year-on-year [3]. Product Performance - Sales of key products such as soft capsules and tablets saw declines, with revenues of 319 million yuan and 103 million yuan, down 15.82% and 7.53% respectively [3]. - Functional beverages, however, experienced growth, with revenue reaching 193 million yuan, an increase of 37.32% [3]. R&D and Strategic Initiatives - Baihe Co., Ltd. increased its R&D expenditure to 35.78 million yuan, representing 4.47% of revenue, a 15.63% increase from the previous year [4]. - The company received 424 health food registration certificates in 2024, a significant increase of 188.44% from the previous year [5]. Acquisition Plans - Baihe Co., Ltd. plans to invest 16.24 million New Zealand dollars (approximately 67 million yuan) to acquire 56% of New Zealand-based Ora Nutrition Limited, aiming to expand its overseas market presence [1][5]. - The acquisition is valued at 29 million New Zealand dollars, reflecting a premium of 155.24% over the book value [6]. Market Performance - In 2024, Baihe Co., Ltd. achieved overseas revenue of 69.88 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 39.23% [6].