Group 1: Market Overview - Northbound trading recorded a net buy of 11.694 billion HKD on April 11, with 6.977 billion HKD from Shanghai Stock Connect and 4.717 billion HKD from Shenzhen Stock Connect [1] - The most bought stocks included Alibaba-W (09988), Tencent (00700), and China Construction Bank (00939), while the most sold stock was SMIC (00981) [1] Group 2: Stock Performance - Xiaomi Group-W (01810) saw a net inflow of 3.735 billion HKD, while its sell amount was 3.683 billion HKD, resulting in a total trading volume of 7.418 billion HKD [2] - Tencent Holdings (00700) had a net buy of 4.168 billion HKD against a sell of 2.943 billion HKD, totaling 7.110 billion HKD [2] - Alibaba-W (09988) recorded a net buy of 3.907 billion HKD with a sell of 1.586 billion HKD, leading to a total of 5.494 billion HKD [2] Group 3: Sector Insights - The technology sector continues to attract investment, with significant net buys for Alibaba-W (25.77 billion HKD), Tencent (19.59 billion HKD), and Meituan-W (3.27 billion HKD) [4] - China Construction Bank (00939) received a net buy of 6.07 billion HKD, supported by positive outlooks on bank stocks due to potential policy easing and increased retail credit demand [5] - China National Offshore Oil Corporation (00883) had a net buy of 2.92 billion HKD, with plans for significant share buybacks indicating confidence in long-term growth [5] Group 4: Company-Specific Developments - Pop Mart (09992) reported a projected revenue of 13.038 billion RMB for 2024, a year-on-year increase of 106.92%, with a net buy of 2.34 billion HKD [6] - Semiconductor stocks showed mixed results, with Hua Hong Semiconductor (01347) gaining a net buy of 1.81 billion HKD, while SMIC (00981) faced a net sell of 3.88 billion HKD [6] - Kangfang Bio (09926) received a net buy of 1.61 billion HKD, with strong revenue growth expected due to new product inclusions in national insurance [7]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" (maintained) due to important data catalyst nodes approaching and accelerated progress in the "new pipeline" [5] Core Views - The company is expected to experience significant revenue growth driven by the inclusion of its products in the medical insurance directory and the expansion of indications for its drugs [7] - The company has a strong innovation pipeline and increasing commercial clarity in overseas clinical trials, supporting the maintained "Buy" rating [7] Financial Performance Summary - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are estimated at 34.19 billion, 55.98 billion, and 85.77 billion RMB respectively, with growth rates of 60.98%, 63.71%, and 53.23% [6][8] - The net profit attributable to the parent company is forecasted to be 24 million, 587 million, and 1.343 billion RMB for 2025-2027, with corresponding growth rates of 104.71%, 2323.13%, and 128.90% [6][8] - The company's reasonable equity value is calculated at 100.3 billion HKD based on a DCF method with a perpetual growth rate of 3% and WACC of 8.67% [7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "OUTPERFORM" rating for the company [2][11]. Core Insights - The company's core product sales are strong, with commercial sales revenue reaching RMB 2.00 billion, a 24.9% increase, while total revenue for 2024 was RMB 2.13 billion, reflecting a 53.1% decline primarily due to reduced licensing revenue [3][16]. - The company has effectively managed costs, resulting in a significant reduction in expense ratios across the board, with R&D expenses decreasing by 5.3% due to the transition of some outsourced clinical research services to in-house execution [4][18]. - The clinical pipeline is advancing steadily, with key programs such as Cadonilimab and Ivonescimab making progress in various trials, including those for hepatocellular carcinoma and non-small cell lung cancer [5][19][20]. Financial Performance - The company reported a net loss of RMB 501 million for 2024, but the operating net loss narrowed by 16.7% year-over-year to RMB 660 million [3][16]. - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are set at RMB 3.41 billion, RMB 5.45 billion, and RMB 7.31 billion, respectively, with expected year-over-year growth rates of 60% and 34% in the following years [11][34]. - The company is expected to turn a profit in 2025, achieving a net profit of RMB 50 million [11][34]. Clinical Pipeline - Cadonilimab is involved in multiple clinical trials, including adjuvant treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma and combination therapies for non-small cell lung cancer [5][19]. - Ivonescimab is also progressing in various trials, including those for biliary tract cancer and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma [20][23]. - The company is expanding into antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) with several candidates entering clinical or IND application stages [10][30][31]. Valuation and Target Price - The target price has been adjusted to HKD 96.6 per share, based on a DCF model with a WACC of 10.0% and a perpetual growth rate of 3.0% [11][34].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the company [2][11]. Core Insights - The company reported a revenue of RMB 2.13 billion in 2024, a decrease of 53.1%, primarily due to a reduction in licensing revenue, while commercial sales revenue increased by 24.9% to RMB 2.00 billion [3][16]. - The company has effectively managed costs, with a significant decline in expense ratios, leading to a narrowed operating net loss of RMB 660 million, down 16.7% year-over-year [4][18]. - The clinical pipeline is advancing steadily, with key programs such as Cadonilimab and Ivonescimab making progress in various clinical trials [5][19]. Financial Performance - Revenue projections for 2025-2027 are RMB 3.41 billion, RMB 5.45 billion, and RMB 7.31 billion, reflecting year-over-year growth of 60% and 34% in subsequent years [11][34]. - The company is expected to turn a profit in 2025, achieving a net profit of RMB 50 million [11][34]. - The gross profit margin is projected to remain high, with estimates of 92.3% in 2025 and 92.9% in 2027 [15]. Clinical Pipeline Progress - Cadonilimab is involved in multiple clinical trials, including adjuvant treatment for hepatocellular carcinoma and combination therapies for non-small cell lung cancer [5][19]. - Ivonescimab is also progressing in various trials, including first-line treatments for biliary tract cancer and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma [20][23]. - The company has several NDA/sNDA approvals expected in 2025, which could significantly impact revenue and market position [9][25]. Cost Management - The company has demonstrated excellent cost management, with R&D expenses decreasing by 5.3% due to the transition of certain clinical research services to in-house execution [4][18]. - Selling expenses grew at a lower rate than commercial sales revenue, resulting in a decline in the selling expense ratio by 5.5 percentage points [4][18]. Valuation - The target price has been adjusted to HKD 96.6 per share based on a DCF model, reflecting a WACC of 10.0% and a perpetual growth rate of 3.0% [11][34].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry [2] Core Insights - The Chinese innovative drug sector is entering a harvest period, with a focus on technological innovation and business development (BD) potential [5] - Companies such as Sangfor Biopharma, Kexing Pharmaceutical, and Yifang Biotech are highlighted for their strong growth prospects and innovative pipelines [4][5] Summary by Sections 1. Chinese Innovative Drugs Entering Harvest Period - **Sangfor Biopharma**: Core products are showing steady growth, and the innovative pipeline is gradually yielding results. The PD-1/VEGF dual antibody AK112 has become the first drug to outperform K drug in head-to-head Phase III clinical trials, enhancing the development enthusiasm for PD(L)-1/VEGF dual antibodies. The company has three ongoing clinical trials demonstrating excellent efficacy and BD potential [7][8] - **Kexing Pharmaceutical**: The CAR-T therapy shows significant potential, with its first product, CT053, approved for treating multiple myeloma in February 2024. Another product, CT041, is a potential first-in-class CAR-T for Claudin18.2, with a Phase II trial for gastric cancer completed. The company is well-positioned in the universal CAR-T technology space [11][12] - **Yifang Biotech**: The drug D-2570 shows promising data for treating psoriasis, with clinical results indicating significant efficacy compared to placebo. The drug is in Phase II trials and ranks third among domestic products, with a large patient population and a competitive landscape [14][15] 2. Weekly Market Review and Hotspot Tracking (March 31 - April 3, 2025) - The pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector index rose by 1.2%, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 2.57%. Year-to-date, the sector index has increased by 4.77%, also outperforming the CSI 300 index by 6.64 [16][18] - The top five performing stocks during this period included Duorui Pharmaceutical (up 56.32%), Weisi Medical (up 31.80%), and Hasanlian (up 31.15%) [29][32] 3. Overall Investment Strategy and Allocation Thoughts - The development of AI is driving the widespread adoption of AI in healthcare, with many medical companies exploring AI applications. Companies with extensive patient data and those with health insurance data are expected to have significant application potential. The report suggests focusing on innovative drugs and companies with a turning point in fundamentals [4][5]

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes that innovative pharmaceuticals are gaining significant momentum, potentially becoming a new investment focus due to various favorable factors in both domestic and international markets [3][8][30]. Group 1: Demand Expansion - Chinese innovative pharmaceutical companies are accelerating their global expansion, with 18 original innovative drugs approved overseas by the end of 2024, leading to a total transaction amount of $51.9 billion in licensing deals [9][15]. - The demand from domestic markets is also increasing, as the National Medical Insurance Fund's expenditure growth is at its highest in four years, indicating a potential for accelerated commercialization and improved profitability for innovative drug companies [18][20]. - The optimization of medical procurement policies is expected to enhance profit expectations for pharmaceutical companies, leading to a potential revaluation of their earnings [19][20]. Group 2: Supply Side Improvements - The integration of AI in innovative drug development is projected to reduce research and development cycles from 8-11 years to 5-7 years, while also decreasing costs by 25%-30% [23][26]. - The easing of global monetary policy, particularly with the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts, is expected to facilitate easier financing for innovative drug companies, enhancing their research capabilities [25][26]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Recent financial reports indicate a strong performance among innovative drug companies, with notable revenue growth and a trend towards profitability. For instance, Innovent Biologics reported a revenue of approximately 9.422 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 51.8% [27]. - Several companies, including Baiyi Tianheng and Kexing Biotech, have shown significant revenue growth, with Baiyi Tianheng achieving a staggering 936.3% increase [29]. - The year 2025 is anticipated to be a turning point for many innovative drug companies, marking a transition from losses to profitability [29][30]. Group 4: Market Characteristics - Compared to A-share innovative pharmaceuticals, Hong Kong-listed innovative drug companies exhibit higher R&D expenditure rates and a greater proportion of overseas revenue, indicating stronger competitive advantages [32][33]. - The largest innovative drug ETF in A-shares, with a scale of nearly 11.6 billion yuan, reflects the growing interest and liquidity in this sector [36][37].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for the company, with a target price of HKD 119 per share, implying a market capitalization of HKD 106.9 billion [6]. Core Insights - The company has made significant progress with its drug Ivonescimab (依沃西), which is expected to receive approval for first-line lung cancer treatment by H1 2025. The drug has also been included in the 2024 National Medical Insurance Directory [2][17]. - Multiple Phase III clinical trials for Ivonescimab are advancing efficiently, with promising data indicating it may become the preferred first-line treatment for advanced PD-L1 positive NSCLC [3][19]. - The company is also developing other indications for Ivonescimab, including colorectal cancer, head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, and triple-negative breast cancer, with expected peak sales exceeding HKD 55 billion domestically and USD 60 billion globally for lung cancer [23][41]. Summary by Sections Ivonescimab Developments - Ivonescimab has received NMPA approval for treating EGFR-TKI resistant non-squamous NSCLC and is included in the national insurance directory for 2024 [3][17]. - The drug's application for first-line treatment of PD-L1 positive NSCLC has received priority review and is expected to be approved by H1 2025, with mPFS data showing significant improvement over existing treatments [3][19]. - Ongoing Phase III trials for various cancers are showing promising results, with the potential for Ivonescimab to become a leading treatment option in multiple indications [19][22]. Financial Projections - The company forecasts revenues of HKD 33.37 billion, HKD 50.18 billion, and HKD 78.85 billion for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively, with a projected net profit of HKD 6.12 billion in 2026 and HKD 24.73 billion in 2027 [6][8]. - The report highlights a significant growth trajectory, with a projected increase in earnings per share (EPS) from -0.57 in 2024 to 2.76 in 2027 [8]. Market Potential - The report estimates that the domestic sales peak for Ivonescimab in lung cancer could exceed HKD 55 billion, while global sales could surpass USD 60 billion, driven by its first-line treatment potential [23][41]. - The company is also exploring the treatment of colorectal cancer, with expectations of peak sales exceeding HKD 30 billion, supported by strong clinical trial results [43].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, indicating a potential upside of over 15% relative to the benchmark index [4][6]. Core Insights - The company has demonstrated strong growth in product sales, achieving a total revenue of 2.124 billion RMB in 2024, with a year-on-year decline of 53.08%. However, commercial sales revenue increased by 24.88% to 2.002 billion RMB, and gross profit reached 1.835 billion RMB, reflecting a 16.53% increase in commercial sales gross profit [1][4]. - The company is building a core competitive advantage in tumor immunotherapy through its two main bispecific antibodies, Cardunilumab and Ivorisumab, which are undergoing extensive clinical exploration across over 40 indications. Notably, Ivorisumab has shown significant efficacy in treating advanced non-small cell lung cancer [2][4]. - The company is investing efficiently in research and development, with approximately 1.2 billion RMB allocated in 2024. This has resulted in the approval of three new drugs and the advancement of multiple clinical trials, including the first bispecific ADC drug entering clinical trials [3][4]. - The commercialization process is expected to accelerate, with key products entering the national medical insurance directory by the end of 2024, enhancing hospital access and coverage [3][4]. Financial Projections - The company is projected to achieve revenues of 3.82 billion RMB, 6.52 billion RMB, and 8.86 billion RMB from 2025 to 2027, with corresponding net profits of 107 million RMB, 1.064 billion RMB, and 2.083 billion RMB [4][5]. - The expected growth rates for revenue are 79.9% in 2025, 70.6% in 2026, and 35.9% in 2027, while net profit is anticipated to grow by 120.8% in 2025 and 896.9% in 2026 [5][4].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the company, indicating an expected stock price increase of over 15% relative to the benchmark index [4][6]. Core Insights - The company achieved a total revenue of 2.124 billion RMB in 2024, a decrease of 53.08% year-on-year, while commercial sales revenue grew by 24.88% to 2.002 billion RMB [1][4]. - The company is building a core competitive advantage in tumor immunotherapy through its two main bispecific antibodies, Cardunilumab and Ivorisumab, with over 40 clinical therapy explorations [2][4]. - The company invested approximately 1.2 billion RMB in R&D in 2024, achieving significant milestones including three new drug approvals and multiple ongoing clinical studies [3][4]. Financial Performance - The company reported a gross profit of 1.835 billion RMB in 2024, with a gross margin of 86.39% [5][8]. - The projected revenues for 2025, 2026, and 2027 are 3.820 billion RMB, 6.519 billion RMB, and 8.860 billion RMB, respectively, with corresponding net profits expected to be 107 million RMB, 1.064 billion RMB, and 2.083 billion RMB [4][5]. - The earnings per share (EPS) is projected to improve from -0.57 RMB in 2024 to 2.32 RMB by 2027 [5][8]. Product Development and Commercialization - The company is advancing its commercialization process, with key products expected to be included in the national medical insurance directory by the end of 2024 [3][4]. - The company has initiated multiple clinical studies for its bispecific antibodies, establishing a strong pipeline for future growth [2][3].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "BUY" rating for Akeso, indicating a potential return of over 15% over the next 12 months [15]. Core Insights - Akeso's FY24 results showed strong cost controls despite a revenue shortfall, with total revenue of RMB2.1 billion, including RMB2.0 billion from product sales, representing a 25% YoY increase [8]. - The company is expected to see product sales surge by 60% YoY to RMB3.3 billion in FY25, driven by the inclusion of AK104 and AK112 in the National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) [8]. - AK112 is positioned as a next-generation immuno-oncology (IO) therapy, with pivotal clinical data demonstrating a meaningful progression-free survival (PFS) benefit in a Phase 3 trial against Keytruda for first-line PD-L1-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) [8]. - The report highlights ongoing clinical trials for AK112 in various cancer types, including triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) and pancreatic cancer, indicating a broad first-line strategy [8]. - The target price for Akeso has been raised from HK$58.97 to HK$102.61, reflecting increased sales projections for AK112 [8]. Financial Summary - For FY23A, Akeso reported revenue of RMB4,526 million, with a YoY growth of 440.3%, followed by a projected revenue of RMB2,124 million for FY24A, reflecting a decline of 53.1% [2]. - The net profit for FY23A was RMB2,028.3 million, with a projected net loss of RMB501 million for FY24A [2]. - R&D expenses are projected to be RMB1,306 million for FY25E, increasing to RMB1,937 million by FY27E [2]. - The company held a cash balance of RMB7.3 billion at the end of FY24, sufficient to support ongoing R&D and future commercial expansion [8]. Share Performance - Akeso's current market capitalization is HK$77,191.5 million, with a current price of HK$86.00 and a target price indicating a 19.3% upside [3]. - The stock has shown strong performance, with a 1-month absolute return of 17.9% and a 3-month return of 41.7% [5]. Valuation - The DCF valuation estimates the equity value at RMB 85,652 million, translating to a DCF per share of RMB 95.43 or HK$ 102.61 [9]. - The report includes a sensitivity analysis indicating how changes in the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) and terminal growth rate affect the target price [10].