万泰生物净利润“疯狂瘦身”，前首富钟睒睒的疫苗生意怎么了？

Core Viewpoint - WanTai Biologics (603392.SH) reported a significant decline in performance, with a 91.49% drop in net profit for 2024, attributed to challenges in the vaccine sector, including competition and government procurement impacts [1][2][9]. Financial Performance - For 2024, WanTai Biologics reported total revenue of 2.245 billion yuan, a decrease of 59.25% compared to 2023, and a net profit of 106 million yuan, down 91.49% year-on-year [2][3]. - The company recorded a non-recurring net profit of -186 million yuan, reflecting a change of -117.29% year-on-year [2][3]. - In the first quarter of 2025, the company continued to experience a downward trend, with revenue of 401 million yuan, a decline of 4.76%, and a net loss of 52.78 million yuan, marking a 141.98% decrease year-on-year [2][3]. Vaccine Sector Challenges - The decline in performance is primarily due to the vaccine segment facing market adjustments, government procurement pressures, and competition from domestic rivals [9][20]. - The price of the company's bivalent HPV vaccine has been under pressure, with the bidding price range dropping from 329-344 yuan per bottle in 2020-2022 to 63-344 yuan in 2024 [20][21]. - The company’s vaccine sales have significantly decreased, with inventory levels showing a substantial drop in production and sales compared to previous years [24][25]. Clinical Development and Market Position - WanTai Biologics is advancing its nine-valent HPV vaccine, which is currently in Phase III clinical trials, with plans for commercialization pending regulatory approval [16][19]. - The company has developed the first domestic bivalent HPV vaccine, which has gained market access in China and 21 other countries [9][12]. - The competitive landscape is intensifying, with other companies like Watson Bio also entering the HPV vaccine market, further impacting WanTai's market share [20][19]. Future Outlook - The company is focusing on its in vitro diagnostic business, which has shown more stability compared to the vaccine sector, and has appointed a new general manager with extensive experience in diagnostics [25].