Core Viewpoint - Beida Pharmaceutical is making its third attempt to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) after two previous unsuccessful attempts in 2021, indicating ongoing efforts to secure funding and enhance its market position [2][4]. Group 1: Company Background - Beida Pharmaceutical has been focused on innovative oncology drugs for over 20 years and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2016 [3]. - The company has developed eight marketed drugs, including its first small molecule targeted anti-cancer drug, Erlotinib (brand name: Kaimena®), and other products targeting various cancers and conditions [3]. Group 2: Previous IPO Attempts - The company submitted its first prospectus to HKEX in February 2021, followed by a second attempt in December 2021, but both attempts did not lead to a successful listing [4]. Group 3: Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Beida Pharmaceutical reported revenue of 1.731 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.37%, but its net profit decreased by 37.53% to 140 million yuan due to rising depreciation and amortization costs [4]. - From 2021 to 2024, the company’s revenue showed consistent growth, reaching 2.892 billion yuan in 2024, while net profit fluctuated significantly during the same period [5]. Group 4: Funding Pressure - As of the first half of 2025, Beida Pharmaceutical had current assets of approximately 1.359 billion yuan and current liabilities of 1.757 billion yuan, indicating significant short-term debt pressure [6]. - The company reported a cash balance of 527 million yuan, which has decreased over the years, highlighting ongoing liquidity challenges [7]. Group 5: R&D Investment - Beida Pharmaceutical has made substantial investments in research and development, with expenditures of 861 million yuan to 1.002 billion yuan from 2021 to 2024, representing a significant percentage of total revenue [8]. - In the first half of 2025, R&D spending reached 299 million yuan, focusing on several key projects [9]. Group 6: Industry Context - Beida Pharmaceutical's pursuit of a Hong Kong listing reflects a broader trend among innovative pharmaceutical companies in A-shares seeking to access additional capital for R&D and market expansion [10].

Core Viewpoint - Beida Pharmaceutical is making its third attempt to list on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) after two previous unsuccessful attempts in 2021, indicating a strategic move to enhance its capital base and support ongoing operations and R&D efforts [1][3]. Group 1: Company Background - Beida Pharmaceutical has been focused on innovative oncology drugs for over 20 years and was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2016 [2]. - The company has developed eight marketed drugs, including its first small molecule targeted anti-cancer drug, Erlotinib (brand name: Kaimena), and other products targeting various cancers [2]. Group 2: Previous IPO Attempts - The company submitted its first prospectus to HKEX in February 2021, followed by a second attempt in December 2021, both of which did not lead to a successful listing [3]. Group 3: Financial Performance - For the first half of 2025, Beida Pharmaceutical reported revenue of 1.731 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.37%, but net profit decreased by 37.53% to 140 million yuan due to rising depreciation and amortization costs [3]. - From 2021 to 2024, the company's revenue showed consistent growth, reaching 2.892 billion yuan in 2024, while net profit fluctuated significantly during the same period [3][4]. Group 4: Funding Pressure - The company is facing financial pressure, with current assets totaling approximately 1.359 billion yuan and current liabilities of 1.757 billion yuan as of mid-2025, indicating a significant short-term debt burden [5][6]. - As of mid-2025, Beida Pharmaceutical had cash reserves of 527 million yuan, down from previous years, highlighting a trend of decreasing liquidity [6]. Group 5: R&D Investment - Beida Pharmaceutical's R&D expenditures from 2021 to 2024 were substantial, amounting to 861 million yuan, 977 million yuan, 1.002 billion yuan, and 717 million yuan, representing a significant percentage of total revenue [7]. - In the first half of 2025, R&D investment reached 299 million yuan, focusing on several key projects [8]. Group 6: Industry Context - Beida Pharmaceutical's pursuit of a Hong Kong listing reflects a broader trend among innovative pharmaceutical companies in A-shares seeking to access additional capital markets for funding R&D and operational needs [9].

Core Viewpoint - Beida Pharmaceutical plans to issue H-shares and apply for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange to enhance its capital strength and competitiveness, as well as to advance its internationalization process [1][10]. Company Overview - Beida Pharmaceutical, established in 2003 and listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 2016, is recognized as China's "first innovative drug stock" [3]. - The company's flagship product, Alectinib (brand name: Kaimena), is China's first independently developed small molecule targeted anti-cancer drug [3]. Financial Performance - From 2019 to 2024, Beida's revenue is projected to grow from 1.5 billion to 2.8 billion yuan, with the best net profit at 400 million yuan and the worst at 30 million yuan [7]. - In the first half of this year, Beida achieved revenue of 1.731 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.37%, but its net profit decreased by 11.91% to 191 million yuan [7][8]. Market Position and Competition - Beida's Alectinib is a first-generation EGFR-TKI product, facing increasing competition from six approved third-generation EGFR-TKIs in China, five of which are domestically developed [5][9]. - The company has lost its leading position in the EGFR-TKI market, with its third-generation EGFR-TKI, Beifu, lacking a first-mover advantage as it was approved later than competitors [9]. Product Portfolio - Besides EGFR-TKIs, Beida also has ALK-TKIs and CDK4/6 inhibitors, but the market for ALK-TKIs is limited, and CDK4/6 inhibitors are in a highly competitive field [9]. - Beida's only commercially mature products are biosimilars, which face challenges in a price-sensitive environment [9]. Funding and Financial Structure - As of mid-2023, Beida's current assets were 1.359 billion yuan, while current liabilities were 1.757 billion yuan, indicating potential liquidity issues [10]. - The company aims to use funds from the H-share issuance for new drug research, clinical trials, debt repayment, and to improve its financial structure [10].

Core Viewpoint - Beida Pharmaceutical has officially restarted its H-share listing plan in Hong Kong, marking its second attempt since 2021, aiming to broaden financing channels and advance internationalization [1][2]. Fundraising Focus - The company plans to use 40% of the raised funds for innovative drug research and development over the next five years, and 30% for potential collaborations through equity investments, acquisitions, or licensing arrangements [2]. Competitive Landscape - Beida Pharmaceutical, established in 2003, has faced increasing competition in the oncology market, particularly in lung cancer treatment, with several new innovative drugs entering the market [3][4]. - The company's first product, Alectinib (brand name "Kaimena"), once accounted for over 98% of revenue, but now faces competition from multiple domestic and international companies [3][4]. - The expiration of the patent for Alectinib in March 2023 has intensified competition, with sales in 2023 exceeding 1.4 billion yuan, down from a peak of 1.87 billion yuan in 2020 [4]. R&D Team Reduction - Beida Pharmaceutical's R&D team has significantly decreased from 647 members in 2022 to 562 in 2023, a reduction of 13.14%, and is projected to drop to 327 by the end of 2024, a decline of 41.81% [6]. - The resignation of key personnel, including the Chief Scientist, raises concerns about the company's ability to maintain its competitive edge in drug development [6]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Beida Pharmaceutical reported revenue of 1.731 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 15.37%, but a net profit decline of 37.53%, marking the first drop since 2022 [7]. - The decline in net profit is attributed to increased depreciation and amortization expenses, with current assets of 1.359 billion yuan falling short of current liabilities of 1.757 billion yuan [7].