Financial Performance - The group's revenue for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 6.635 billion, an increase of 0.4% compared to RMB 6.608 billion in 2023[8]. - The profit attributable to equity shareholders was RMB 733 million, an increase of 2.6% from RMB 715 million in 2023[8]. - Adjusted profit attributable to equity shareholders was RMB 1.018 billion, a significant increase of 41.6% from RMB 719 million in 2023[8]. - Revenue from the neuroscience segment was RMB 2.174 billion, accounting for 32.8% of total revenue, representing a growth of 10.4% from RMB 1.969 billion in 2023[112]. - Revenue from the autoimmune segment was RMB 1.811 billion, making up 27.3% of total revenue, with a significant increase of 28.0% from RMB 1.415 billion in 2023[112]. - Revenue from the oncology segment was RMB 1.298 billion, which accounted for 19.6% of total revenue, showing a decline of 17.6% from RMB 1.576 billion in 2023[112]. - Total R&D expenditure for the year was RMB 1.523 billion, a decrease of 22.3% from RMB 1.960 billion in 2023, with R&D expenditure accounting for 23.0% of revenue, down from 29.7% in 2023[115]. - The net cash generated from operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2024, was RMB 1.391 billion, a substantial increase from RMB 151 million in 2023[119]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company had cash and cash equivalents of RMB 1.943 billion, down from RMB 2.007 billion in 2023[119]. - The current ratio as of December 31, 2024, was 200.4%, slightly down from 209.9% in 2023, while the debt-to-asset ratio increased to 38.6% from 33.5%[120]. Product Development and Pipeline - The group has eight innovative drugs approved for sale and has over 60 innovative drug candidates in its pipeline, with 16 undergoing registration clinical trials[9]. - The company has entered a critical phase for its R&D pipeline, with three new drug molecules in Phase III clinical trials[19]. - The company has made significant progress in clinical trials, with a Phase III trial for Enzashu® achieving its primary endpoint and NDA submitted to NMPA on March 11, 2024[25]. - The company has over 60 innovative drug candidates in its pipeline, with three in the NDA approval process and four in Phase III clinical trials[30]. - The company has received approval for 11 new INDs, including SIM0501 for advanced malignant solid tumors expected in January 2024 and SIM0505 for advanced solid tumors expected in December 2024 in the US and January 2025 in China[23]. - The company has established a partnership with Shenzhen Tajiri Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. for the exclusive commercialization rights of TGRX-326 in mainland China, enhancing its lung cancer product portfolio[25]. - The company plans to submit multiple innovative drug applications within the year, including new drugs for ovarian cancer and insomnia, which are expected to drive strong performance growth[12]. - The company is focusing on four key areas: neuroscience, oncology, autoimmune diseases, and anti-infection, while deepening international cooperation to promote more globally innovative drugs[12]. Market and Commercialization - The marketing network covers over 3,000 tertiary hospitals and approximately 17,000 other hospitals and medical institutions across China[9]. - The overseas licensing transaction value for Chinese innovative drugs exceeded $15 billion in 2024, representing a 45% year-on-year increase[13]. - Two products, Kexaila® and Enlituzumab®, were successfully included in the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) in 2024, significantly enhancing patient accessibility and market penetration[16]. - The company has accelerated the clinical entry of its self-developed pipeline, with multiple products entering the key POC data phase[20]. - The company aims to enhance production capacity and efficiency under its "Innovation 2.0" strategy, with a new production base completed in 12 months, exceeding industry averages[28]. Employee and Corporate Governance - As of December 31, 2024, the group had a total of 6,584 full-time employees, with employee costs amounting to RMB 2.127 billion[129]. - The company has established a training academy to provide regular training for employees, including onboarding and skills training[129]. - The company’s employee compensation includes basic salary, performance bonuses, and long-term incentives, with a focus on attracting and retaining talent[129]. - The board approved the grant of a total of 3,828,000 restricted share units on March 21, 2024, and 2,968,100 restricted share units on August 22, 2024, to eligible participants[130]. - The company has appointed independent non-executive directors who have confirmed their independence according to the listing rules[194]. - All executive directors have service contracts with the company, while independent non-executive directors have signed appointment letters for a term of three years[193]. Risks and Challenges - The pharmaceutical industry is highly competitive, and failure to effectively compete may lead to decreased sales, price reductions, and loss of market share[158]. - The company may face challenges in maintaining sales volume, pricing levels, and profit margins for its key products due to various factors[158]. - The development of in-progress products is time-consuming and costly, with uncertain outcomes, which may hinder timely regulatory approvals and commercialization[160]. - The company relies on third parties for oversight and support of in-progress products, and any failure by these parties could delay regulatory approvals[160]. - The company may face increased operational costs or inability to fulfill customer orders due to failure to maintain optimal inventory levels[161]. - The company is exposed to risks related to the quality and production processes of third-party manufactured products, which may not consistently meet necessary quality standards[160]. Shareholder and Financial Activities - The company declared a final dividend of RMB 0.16 per share for the year ended December 31, 2024, totaling approximately RMB 397.81 million[135]. - The company raised RMB 970 million through a capital increase agreement, which will result in approximately 11.45% of the enlarged issued share capital being held by new investors[127]. - The company repurchased a total of 130,402,000 shares at a total cost of HKD 753,736,820 during the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024[146]. - The board believes that the share repurchase demonstrates confidence in the company's business prospects and will ultimately create value for shareholders[147]. - The company has not made any changes to its main business operations during the reporting year[134].
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