Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) [2][9]. Core Views - The company reported a stable revenue growth of 0.35% in 2024, achieving a total revenue of 4.03 billion yuan, while the net profit attributable to shareholders decreased by 35.6% to 429 million yuan. For Q1 2025, the revenue was 1.093 billion yuan, reflecting an 11.7% increase, with a net profit of 150 million yuan, down 4% [4][9]. - The establishment of an employee stock ownership plan is expected to enhance talent attraction and employee cohesion [8]. Business Segments - The refractive and optical business segments showed steady growth, with refractive business revenue reaching 1.296 billion yuan (+7.44%) and an operating margin of 52.05% (-2.45 percentage points). The optical business generated 1.069 billion yuan (+5.15%) with a margin of 45.57% (-4.49 percentage points). However, the cataract business saw a revenue decline of 11.56% to 873 million yuan, with a margin of 35.16% (-8.53 percentage points). The posterior segment generated 536 million yuan (+9.21%) with a margin of 39.64% (-4.99 percentage points) [5][6]. Financial Analysis - In 2024, the company achieved a gross margin of 44.2% (down 4.84 percentage points) and a net profit margin of 10.64% (down 5.95 percentage points). For Q1 2025, the gross margin was 44.97% (down 4 percentage points) and the net profit margin was 13.7% (down 2.25 percentage points). The company effectively controlled its expense ratios, with sales, management, and financial expense ratios at 12.5%, 11.2%, and 1% respectively [7][9]. - The financial forecast for 2025-2027 predicts net profits of 521 million yuan, 610 million yuan, and 705 million yuan respectively, with corresponding P/E ratios of 30X, 26X, and 22X [9][11].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" [5] Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of 20.983 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 3.0%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 3.556 billion yuan, up 5.9% [1] - The first quarter of 2025 saw a revenue of 6.026 billion yuan, representing a 16.0% increase, and a net profit of 1.050 billion yuan, which is a 16.7% rise [1] - The company is expected to achieve revenues of 23.430 billion yuan and 25.960 billion yuan in 2025 and 2026, respectively, with corresponding growth rates of 11.7% and 10.8% [4] Business Performance - In 2024, the revenue from various business segments was as follows: refractive (7.60 billion yuan, +2.3%), vision care (5.28 billion yuan, +6.4%), cataract (3.49 billion yuan, +4.9%), anterior segment (1.90 billion yuan, +6.0%), and posterior segment (1.50 billion yuan, +8.2%) [2] - The company achieved an outpatient volume of 16.94 million visits and performed 1.29 million surgeries in 2024, marking increases of 12.1% and 9.4%, respectively [3] Financial Projections - The projected earnings per share (EPS) for 2025 and 2026 are 0.44 yuan and 0.50 yuan, respectively, with a net profit forecast of 4.070 billion yuan and 4.649 billion yuan [4] - The company’s gross margin is expected to stabilize around 49.8% in 2025 and improve to 50.1% in 2026 [9] Market Position - The company has established a global medical service network with 974 facilities worldwide, including 811 in mainland China [3] - The overseas revenue reached 2.63 billion yuan in 2024, accounting for 12.5% of total revenue, indicating a growing international presence [3]

Core Viewpoint - The company reported a revenue of 20.98 billion yuan for 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 3.0%, and net profits meeting market expectations. The first quarter of 2025 showed a revenue of 6.03 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.0%, exceeding market expectations, primarily due to the recovery in consumer business [1]. Group 1: Business Performance - In 2024, the consumer business faced pressure, with refractive and optical revenues growing by 2.3% and 6.4% year-on-year, respectively. However, in Q1 2025, both segments are expected to outperform the overall company revenue growth due to the elimination of price base pressure and the application of new technologies [2]. - The serious medical segment maintained stable growth in 2024, with cataract, anterior segment, and posterior segment revenues increasing by 4.9%, 5.9%, and 8.2% year-on-year, respectively. The company anticipates continued stable performance in Q1 2025 [2]. Group 2: Expansion and Service Improvement - By the end of 2024, the company operated 581 domestic medical institutions and 163 overseas institutions, having acquired nearly 90 domestic medical institutions and the Optimax Group to enter the UK ophthalmology market. This expansion is expected to enhance market positioning and achieve economies of scale [3]. - The company is optimizing service models by extending outpatient hours and building smart hospital platforms to meet diverse patient needs, achieving a patient satisfaction rate close to 99.0% in 2024 [3]. Group 3: Financial Metrics - In 2024, the company reported a gross margin of 48.1%, a sales expense ratio of 10.3%, and a management expense ratio of 14.2%. The net profit margin for the parent company was 16.9% [4]. - In Q1 2025, the company achieved a gross margin of 48.0%, with a reduction in sales and management expense ratios to 9.0% and 12.6%, respectively. The net profit margin for the parent company increased to 17.6% year-on-year [4]. Group 4: Profit Forecast and Valuation - The company adjusted its net profit forecast for 2025-2026 down by 7.73% and 7.94% to 4.09 billion yuan and 4.699 billion yuan, respectively. The current stock price corresponds to a P/E ratio of 29.9x for 2025 and 26.0x for 2026 [5]. - The target price is maintained at 16.0 yuan, corresponding to a P/E ratio of 36.5x for 2025 and 31.8x for 2026, indicating a potential upside of 22.0% from the current stock price [5].

Financial Performance - In 2024, the company achieved operating revenue of CNY 4.027 billion, a year-on-year increase of 0.35% [2] - The net profit attributable to shareholders was CNY 429 million, a decrease of 35.63% [2] - As of the end of the reporting period, total assets amounted to CNY 7.924 billion, with net assets of CNY 5.794 billion [3] - In Q1 2025, operating revenue reached CNY 1.093 billion, a year-on-year growth of 11.74%, while net profit was CNY 150 million, down 4.00% [3] Business Segment Performance - In 2024, the cataract business generated revenue of CNY 873 million, a decline of 11.56% due to the implementation of centralized procurement policies [3] - The refractive business achieved revenue of CNY 1.296 billion, growing by 7.44% [3] - The comprehensive optometry business reported revenue of CNY 1.069 billion, an increase of 5.15% [3] - The eye posterior segment business saw revenue of CNY 536 million, a slight increase of 0.19% [3] Market Outlook - The aging population is expected to drive demand for various age-related eye diseases, including cataracts, with an estimated 80% incidence rate among individuals over 60 [8] - By 2050, the number of cataract patients in China is projected to reach 241 million [8] - The prevalence of myopia among children and adolescents is a significant public health issue, with a reported rate of 51.9% in 2022 [9] - The market for eye care services in China is anticipated to grow, driven by increasing demand in various segments [9] Strategic Initiatives - The company plans to expand its operations through mergers and acquisitions or self-built facilities in 24 key investment provinces [10] - There is a focus on enhancing the eye care service network and improving operational efficiency through technology and management systems [7] - The company is actively seeking overseas expansion opportunities, particularly in Europe and Asia, to enhance its global footprint [11]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommendation" rating for the company [3][6] Core Views - The company demonstrated operational resilience with a rapid growth in performance in Q1 2025, driven by consumer-oriented projects [6] - The 2024 revenue reached 20.983 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 3.02%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders was 3.556 billion yuan, up 5.87% year-on-year [3][6] - The report anticipates continued recovery in performance, supported by stable pricing in refractive surgery and an increase in the proportion of high-end procedures [6] Financial Summary - For 2024, the company expects revenue of 20.983 billion yuan, with a projected growth of 15.3% in 2025, reaching 24.199 billion yuan [6][9] - The net profit for 2024 is projected at 4.139 billion yuan, with a growth rate of 16.4% in 2025 [6][9] - The gross margin for the medical services segment is expected to be 48.1% in 2024, slightly declining from previous years [6][9] - The company plans to distribute a cash dividend of 1.6 yuan per 10 shares to all shareholders [3][6] Performance Metrics - The report outlines key performance metrics, including an expected EPS of 0.38 yuan for 2024, increasing to 0.44 yuan in 2025 [6][9] - The projected return on equity (ROE) is 17.2% for 2024, with a gradual increase to 18.5% by 2027 [6][9] - The company's asset-liability ratio is forecasted to decrease from 34.4% in 2024 to 22.5% in 2027, indicating improved financial stability [9]