Tigermed (300347 CH) Company Update Summary
Core Content
Tigermed, a leading clinical research organization (CRO) in China, has demonstrated strong financial performance and strategic growth in 2021, with a focus on expanding its global footprint through multi-regional clinical trials (MRCTs). The company reported significant revenue and net income growth, driven by both domestic and international expansion efforts.
Key Financial Highlights (2021)
- Revenue: RMB5,214 million, up 63.3% YoY
- Attributable Net Income: RMB2,874 million, up 64.3% YoY
- Attributable Non-IFRS Net Income: RMB1,585 million, up 60.6% YoY
- Gross Profit Margin (GPM): Declined to 43.6% from 47.4% in 2020 due to RMB appreciation, low-margin SMO growth, and pass-through fees from MRCTs
- New Orders: RMB9,645 million, up 74.2% YoY
- Total Backlogs (Dec 2021): RMB11,405 million, up 57.1% YoY
Globalization Progress
- Overseas Revenue: Increased by 91.9% YoY in 2021, despite a strong RMB
- MRCTs Pipeline: Rose from 20 as of Dec 2020 to 50 as of Dec 2021, with a notable increase in non-COVID projects
- Client Recognition: The company's MRCT services are gaining traction, indicating growing reliance on its global network by domestic drug companies for overseas development
Long-Term Growth Prospects
- Total Ongoing Clinical Projects (Dec 2021): 567, up 46% YoY
- Ph1&2 Projects: Experienced faster growth than late-stage projects, forming a robust base for future late-stage expansion
- Domestic R&D Investment: Projects conducted only in China grew faster than overseas, reflecting increased R&D activity by Chinese drug firms
Investment Recommendation
- Rating: Maintain BUY
- Target Price (RMB): 183.56 (previously 212.59)
- Current Price (RMB): 102.64
- Upside Potential: +78.84% from current price to target price
Financial Forecasts (FY22E-FY24E)
| Metric |
FY22E |
FY23E |
FY24E |
| Revenue (RMB mn) |
7,116 |
9,328 |
12,045 |
| YoY Growth (%) |
36% |
31% |
29% |
| Adjusted Net Income (RMB mn) |
1,678 |
2,210 |
2,934 |
| YoY Growth (%) |
36% |
32% |
33% |
| EPS (RMB) |
2.99 |
3.87 |
4.92 |
| P/E (x) |
34 |
27 |
21 |
| ROE (%) |
13 |
15 |
16 |
Valuation Overview
- DCF Valuation (9-year model): Based on a WACC of 9.84% and a terminal growth rate of 3.0%
- Equity Value (RMB mn): 2,951 (as of FY22E)
- Price per Share (RMB): 183.56
Shareholding and Stock Data
| Metric |
Value (RMB mn) |
| Market Cap |
86,090 |
| Avg 3 mths t/o |
870 |
| 52w High/Low |
209.41/80.21 |
| Total Issued A-shares (mn) |
749 |
| Total Issued H-shares (mn) |
123 |
Shareholding Structure
| Holder |
% Ownership |
| Management |
28.05% |
| H-share public shareholders |
24.57% |
| ZhongOu AMC |
4.16% |
| Temasek |
2.17% |
| Others |
41.05% |
Share Performance
| Period |
Absolute Return (%) |
Relative Return (%) |
| 1-mth |
-3.1 |
7.0 |
| 3-mth |
-21.0 |
-5.7 |
| 6-mth |
-43.6 |
-33.6 |
Key Ratios
| Ratio |
FY20A |
FY21A |
FY22E |
FY23E |
FY24E |
| Gross Margin (%) |
47 |
44 |
45 |
46 |
47 |
| EBITDA Margin (%) |
75 |
69 |
47 |
47 |
46 |
| Pre-tax Margin (%) |
70 |
71 |
47 |
46 |
46 |
| Net Margin (%) |
55 |
55 |
37 |
36 |
36 |
| ROE (%) |
11 |
16 |
13 |
15 |
16 |
Auditor & Related Reports
- Auditor: BDO
- Related Reports:
- Impressive backlog growth momentum and enhancing global competency – 25 Oct 2021
- Strong backlog growth driven by solid demand – 25 Oct 2021
- Strong momentum continued – 30 Apr 2021
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