Core Viewpoint - The stock price of Aimeike has experienced fluctuations, with a recent decline of 2.03% on September 2, 2023, and a total market capitalization of 58.37 billion yuan [1]. Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Aimeike reported a revenue of 1.299 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year decrease of 21.59%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 789 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year [2]. - Cumulative cash dividends since Aimeike's A-share listing amount to 3.525 billion yuan, with 2.65 billion yuan distributed over the past three years [3]. Stock Market Activity - As of September 2, 2023, Aimeike's stock price was 192.90 yuan per share, with a trading volume of 349 million yuan and a turnover rate of 0.86% [1]. - The stock has increased by 7.94% year-to-date, with a 2.43% decline over the last five trading days, a 4.87% increase over the last 20 days, and a 12.09% increase over the last 60 days [1]. Shareholder Information - As of August 29, 2023, Aimeike had 55,100 shareholders, a decrease of 0.89% from the previous period, with an average of 3,787 circulating shares per shareholder, an increase of 0.90% [2]. - The top ten circulating shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited, holding 6.9808 million shares (a decrease of 1.0906 million shares), and Huabao CSI Medical ETF, holding 5.0610 million shares (an increase of 60,700 shares) [3].

Company Overview - Aimeike Technology Co., Ltd. is located at 21st Floor, C Building, Shimao Tower, 92 Jianguo Road, Chaoyang District, Beijing, established on June 9, 2004, and listed on September 28, 2020 [2] - The company's main business involves the research, production, and sales of biomedical soft tissue repair materials [2] - Revenue composition includes: 57.27% from solution injection products, 37.97% from gel injection products, 3.01% from others, 1.50% from freeze-dried powder injection products, and 0.26% from facial implant threads [2] Stock Performance - As of August 27, Aimeike's stock price decreased by 2.02%, trading at 193.70 CNY per share, with a total market capitalization of 58.612 billion CNY [1] - Year-to-date, the stock price has increased by 8.38%, with a 2.76% rise over the last five trading days, 2.19% over the last 20 days, and 7.76% over the last 60 days [2] Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Aimeike reported revenue of 1.299 billion CNY, a year-on-year decrease of 21.59%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 789 million CNY, down 29.57% year-on-year [2] Shareholder Information - As of August 20, the number of Aimeike shareholders was 55,600, a decrease of 0.09% from the previous period, with an average of 3,753 circulating shares per person, an increase of 0.09% [2] - Cumulative cash dividends since Aimeike's A-share listing amount to 3.525 billion CNY, with 2.650 billion CNY distributed over the last three years [3] Institutional Holdings - As of June 30, 2025, the top ten circulating shareholders include Hong Kong Central Clearing Limited as the sixth largest shareholder with 6.9808 million shares, a decrease of 1.0906 million shares from the previous period [3] - Other notable shareholders include Huabao CSI Medical ETF and E Fund Growth Enterprise Board ETF, with changes in their holdings noted [3]

Core Viewpoint - Despite short-term performance pressure, high-margin products and increased R&D investment solidify long-term competitiveness [2] Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, total revenue was 1.299 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 21.59%; net profit attributable to shareholders was 790 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year [1] - Operating cash flow net amount decreased by 43.06% year-on-year due to the decline in net profit and changes in working capital [1] - Revenue from core injection products, "solution" and "gel" categories, fell by over 23%, indicating pressure on market demand or sales [2] - Operating costs increased slightly by 1.2%, while gross margin remained above 90%, indicating strong profitability [2] - Financial expenses rose by 121.63%, primarily due to foreign currency investment exchange losses [2] R&D and Product Pipeline - R&D investment in the first half of 2025 was 157 million yuan, accounting for 12.05% of revenue, with 182 authorized patents [3] - The company has successfully commercialized several skin fillers and is advancing the development of recombinant proteins and peptides [3] - The existing product pipeline includes 12 Class III medical devices and ongoing research on products like type A botulinum toxin and semaglutide injection [3] Strategic Initiatives - On March 10, the company announced the acquisition of 85% of Korean REGEN for 190 million USD, enhancing its international presence and resource integration [2] - This acquisition is expected to inject new momentum into the company's performance growth by accelerating internationalization [2] Profit Forecast and Investment Rating - Revenue forecasts for 2025-2027 have been adjusted to 2.723 billion yuan, 3.126 billion yuan, and 3.548 billion yuan, down from previous estimates [4] - Net profit forecasts for the same period are now 1.768 billion yuan, 1.952 billion yuan, and 2.246 billion yuan, also revised down from earlier projections [4] - The company's projected PE ratios for 2025-2027 are 31.0, 28.1, and 24.4 times, respectively [4] - The company maintains a "buy" rating based on steady growth in its main business and ongoing investment in innovative product development [4]

Core Viewpoint - Aimeike's stock price has shown a slight increase, but the company is facing significant challenges with declining revenues and profits for the first half of 2025, marking the first decline in semi-annual performance since its listing [1] Financial Performance - As of August 22, 2025, Aimeike's stock price is 192.58 yuan, up 1.83% from the previous trading day [1] - The trading volume for the day was 49,534 lots, with a total transaction amount of 944 million yuan [1] - In the first half of 2025, Aimeike reported revenue of 1.299 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 21.59% [1] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 789 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year [1] - The company's core products, "Haitai" and "Rubai Angel," experienced revenue declines of 23.79% and 23.99%, respectively [1] Business Operations - Aimeike specializes in the research, production, and sales of medical beauty products, including solution-based and gel-based injection products [1] - The company's products are used in non-surgical medical beauty fields, providing related products and services to downstream medical institutions [1] Legal Issues - Following the acquisition of South Korea's REGEN company, Aimeike is involved in a dispute over agency rights, facing a compensation claim of 1.6 billion yuan [1] Market Activity - On August 22, 2025, the net inflow of main funds into Aimeike was 23.0628 million yuan, with a cumulative net inflow of 36.8439 million yuan over the past five days [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, with a current price of 188.50 CNY [6][11]. Core Insights - The company experienced short-term performance pressure, with H1 2025 revenue of 1.299 billion CNY, down 21.59% year-on-year, and a net profit of 789 million CNY, down 29.57% year-on-year [1]. - The company has a rich pipeline of products under development, including 12 approved Class III medical devices and new products in the biopharmaceutical and chemical drug sectors, which are expected to drive sustainable growth [2]. - The company is undergoing an internationalization transformation through acquisitions, notably acquiring 85% of Korean REGEN for 190 million USD, which will enhance its global presence and production capacity [4]. Financial Performance Summary - In H1 2025, the company's gross margin was 93.44%, a decrease of 1.48 percentage points year-on-year, with a net profit margin of 60.77%, down 6.88 percentage points year-on-year [3]. - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are 3.213 billion CNY, 3.574 billion CNY, and 4.263 billion CNY, with corresponding net profits of 2.048 billion CNY, 2.303 billion CNY, and 2.778 billion CNY, reflecting growth rates of 4.6%, 12.4%, and 20.6% respectively [5][8]. - The company’s PE ratios for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are projected to be 28X, 25X, and 21X respectively, indicating a favorable valuation trend [4][5].

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a significant decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, indicating challenges in the industry due to slowing growth and increased competition [1][2]. Financial Performance - For H1 2025, the company achieved a revenue of 1.299 billion yuan, down 21.59% year-on-year; net profit attributable to shareholders was 789 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year; and net profit excluding non-recurring items was 722 million yuan, down 33.70% year-on-year [1]. - In Q2 2025, revenue was 636 million yuan, down 25.11% year-on-year; net profit attributable to shareholders was 346 million yuan, down 41.75% year-on-year; and net profit excluding non-recurring items was 320 million yuan, down 42.83% year-on-year [1]. Profitability Metrics - The gross margin for H1 2025 was 93.44%, a decrease of 1.48 percentage points year-on-year; the net profit margin attributable to shareholders was 60.77%, down 6.88 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - In Q2 2025, the gross margin was 93.00%, down 2.26 percentage points year-on-year; the net profit margin attributable to shareholders was 54.38%, down 15.53 percentage points year-on-year [2]. Expense Ratios - The sales expense ratio for H1 2025 was 11.10%, an increase of 2.58 percentage points year-on-year; the management expense ratio was 5.34%, up 1.25 percentage points year-on-year; and the R&D expense ratio was 12.05%, up 4.46 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - In Q2 2025, the sales expense ratio was 12.39%, up 3.70 percentage points year-on-year; the management expense ratio was 5.99%, up 1.88 percentage points year-on-year; and the R&D expense ratio was 15.42%, up 7.38 percentage points year-on-year [2]. Product Performance - Revenue from solution-type injection products in H1 2025 was 744 million yuan, down 23.79% year-on-year, accounting for 57.27% of total revenue; gross margin was 93.15%, down 0.83 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - Revenue from gel-type injection products was 493 million yuan, down 23.99% year-on-year, accounting for 37.97% of total revenue; gross margin was 97.75%, down 0.23 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - Revenue from freeze-dried powder injection products was 19 million yuan, accounting for 1.50% of total revenue; revenue from facial implant lines was 3 million yuan, down 4.56% year-on-year, accounting for 0.26% of total revenue [2]. Other Income - Other income amounted to 39 million yuan, an increase of 38.88% year-on-year, accounting for 3.01% of total revenue [3]. R&D and Pipeline - The company has a strong R&D pipeline, with products such as botulinum toxin type A and minoxidil lotion submitted for review, and a local anesthetic cream application accepted for listing; other products are in clinical trials, which are expected to strengthen the company's leading position in the medical aesthetics sector [4]. Strategic Acquisition - The company completed the payment for 95% of the transaction price for the acquisition of South Korean REGEN, a key move in its internationalization strategy, which is expected to enhance its leading position in the medical aesthetic injection market and facilitate overseas business expansion [5]. Future Outlook - The company has adjusted its revenue and profit forecasts for 2025-2027 due to industry slowdown and increased competition, projecting revenues of 2.724 billion yuan, 3.190 billion yuan, and 3.715 billion yuan, and net profits of 1.630 billion yuan, 1.942 billion yuan, and 2.343 billion yuan for the respective years [5].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a maintained rating for the next six months [6][17]. Core Views - The company is experiencing a temporary pressure on performance in H1 2025, with a revenue of 1.299 billion yuan, down 21.59% year-on-year, and a net profit of 789 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year. The second quarter of 2025 also shows a decline in revenue and net profit [1][2]. - Despite the current challenges, the company has a rich pipeline of products and strong R&D capabilities, with several products in various stages of development, including the injection of botulinum toxin type A and minoxidil lotion [4]. - The acquisition of Korean company REGEN is a key strategic move for the company's international expansion, enhancing its position in the aesthetic injection market and facilitating the entry of its products into international markets [5]. Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the gross margin was 93.44%, a decrease of 1.48 percentage points year-on-year, while the net profit margin was 60.77%, down 6.88 percentage points year-on-year. The R&D expense ratio increased to 12.05%, up 4.46 percentage points year-on-year [2]. - The revenue from solution-type injection products was 744 million yuan, down 23.79% year-on-year, while gel-type injection products generated 493 million yuan, also down 23.99% year-on-year [3]. - The company expects revenues for 2025-2027 to be 2.724 billion yuan, 3.190 billion yuan, and 3.715 billion yuan respectively, with net profits of 1.630 billion yuan, 1.942 billion yuan, and 2.343 billion yuan respectively [5]. Market Position - The company is facing a slowdown in industry growth and intensified competition, which is impacting the growth of its core products [3]. - The company maintains a leading position in the aesthetic medical market, supported by its strong product pipeline and recent acquisitions [5].

Core Viewpoint - Aimeike (300896) reported a significant decline in both revenue and profit for the first half of 2025, marking the first time since its IPO in 2020 that the company experienced such a downturn in both metrics [1][2] Financial Performance - The company's operating revenue for the first half of 2025 was 1.30 billion yuan, a decrease of 21.6% year-on-year [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was 789 million yuan, down 29.6% compared to the previous year [2] - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 721 million yuan, reflecting a 33.7% decline [2] - The net cash flow from operating activities plummeted by 43.06% to 655 million yuan [1][2] - Basic and diluted earnings per share both fell to 2.62 yuan, a decrease of 29.57% [2] - The weighted average return on equity dropped to 10.10%, down 6.52 percentage points from the previous year [2] Business Segment Performance - Revenue from solution-type injection products was 744 million yuan, down 23.79% year-on-year [3] - Revenue from gel-type injection products was 493 million yuan, a decline of 23.99% [3] - These two segments accounted for 95.2% of total revenue, indicating their critical role in the company's overall performance [1] Long-term Growth Trends - From 2021 to 2024, the company's revenue growth rate fell sharply from 104.13% to 5.45%, and net profit growth dropped from 117.81% to 5.33% [3] - The significant decline in the first half of 2025 reduced the five-year compound annual growth rate from over 50% at the time of listing to 18.7% [3] Gross Margin and Product Development - The gross margin fell below 94% for the first time since the 2022 semi-annual report, decreasing to 93.44% from 94.91% in the previous year [4] - In March 2025, the company acquired 85% of South Korea's REGEN for $190 million, gaining production rights for the "童颜针" (AestheFill) [4] - A new product, "医用含聚乙烯醇凝胶微球的交联透明质酸钠凝胶" (brand name: 嗗科拉), was launched in May 2025, expanding the product line [4] Legal and Financial Issues - Aimeike is facing a claim of 1.6 billion yuan due to a dispute over the agency rights for the "童颜针" product, which has raised concerns in the market [5] - The company reported goodwill of 1.594 billion yuan, accounting for 18.19% of total assets and 19.84% of net assets [5]

Core Insights - Aimeike Technology Development Co., Ltd. reported a strong performance in the first half of 2025, achieving a revenue of 1.299 billion yuan and a net profit of 789 million yuan [2] - The company maintained high gross margins for its core products, with solution injection products generating 744 million yuan in revenue and a gross margin of 93.15%, while gel injection products contributed 493 million yuan with a gross margin of 97.75% [2] - Aimeike's operational efficiency is highlighted by its cost control measures, with operating costs increasing by only 1.20% and management expenses rising by 2.40% [2] Financial Performance - The company’s R&D investment increased by 24.47% year-on-year to 157 million yuan, representing 12.05% of total revenue [3] - Aimeike plans to distribute a cash dividend of 12 yuan per 10 shares, totaling 360 million yuan, which accounts for 45.82% of the net profit attributable to shareholders [3] - As of the reporting period, Aimeike had a cash balance of 1.175 billion yuan and a low debt-to-asset ratio of 8.34%, indicating a solid financial position [3] Strategic Developments - Aimeike completed a significant acquisition of a controlling stake in REGEN Biotech, Inc. for 190 million USD, marking a key step in its globalization strategy [3][4] - The acquisition allows Aimeike to transition from a local market leader to a global industry participant, leveraging a rich product pipeline and enhanced R&D capabilities [4] - Aimeike aims to continue its innovation-driven development strategy, focusing on both independent R&D and international collaboration to provide safer and more effective medical beauty solutions globally [4]

Core Viewpoint - Aimeike (300896.SZ), a leading player in the medical aesthetics industry, reported a significant decline in revenue and net profit for the first half of 2025, leading to a drop in stock price following the announcement [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company achieved operating revenue of 1.299 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 21.59% [1]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders was 789 million yuan, down 29.57% year-on-year [1]. - The net profit after deducting non-recurring gains and losses was 722 million yuan, a decline of 33.70% [1]. - The net cash flow from operating activities was 655 million yuan, down 43.06% year-on-year [1]. - Basic and diluted earnings per share were both 2.62 yuan, a decrease of 29.57% [1]. - The weighted average return on net assets was 10.10%, down 6.52 percentage points from the same period last year [1]. Product Performance - Revenue from solution-type injection products was 744 million yuan, a decrease of 23.79% year-on-year [1]. - Revenue from gel-type injection products was 493 million yuan, down 23.99% year-on-year [1]. - Gross margins for solution-type and gel-type products were 93.15% and 97.75%, respectively [1]. Research and Development - The company invested 157 million yuan in R&D, an increase of 24.47% year-on-year [1]. - Several products, including botulinum toxin injections and lidocaine cream, are in the registration phase, while others are undergoing clinical trials [1]. Asset and Equity Position - As of the end of the reporting period, total assets were 8.765 billion yuan, an increase of 5.09% from the previous year [2]. - Net assets attributable to shareholders were 7.456 billion yuan, a decrease of 4.37% from the previous year [2]. Dividend Distribution - The board approved a profit distribution plan to pay a cash dividend of 12 yuan (including tax) for every 10 shares, with no bonus shares or capital reserve transfers [4]. Legal Matters - The company is involved in arbitration with *ST Suwu regarding the "Tian Yan Needle" and has taken steps to protect its interests in the ongoing legal dispute [5].