Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 9.953 billion yuan in H1 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.08% and a net profit of 2.339 billion yuan, up 56.05% [1] - The adjusted net profit reached 2.840 billion yuan, with a growth of 11.60%, and a gross margin of approximately 42.73%, an increase of about 3.6 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The company raised its full-year revenue guidance for 2025 to a growth range of 14%-16% [1] Financial Performance - The company’s net profit forecasts for 2025-2027 are adjusted to 4.578 billion yuan, 5.126 billion yuan, and 6.288 billion yuan respectively, with original estimates being 4.256 billion yuan and 4.995 billion yuan [1] - The earnings per share (EPS) are projected to be 1.1 yuan, 1.3 yuan, and 1.5 yuan for 2025-2027 [1] - The current stock price corresponds to price-to-earnings (PE) ratios of 26.7, 23.9, and 19.5 for the respective years [1] Business Segments - The preclinical business generated revenue of 4.147 billion yuan in H1 2025, showing a year-on-year increase of approximately 35.2% [2] - Clinical III phase and commercialization revenue reached about 4.289 billion yuan, up 24.9%, driven by early projects maturing and existing commercial projects ramping up [2] - The company has a total of 864 projects, with 429 in preclinical/I phase, 259 in II phase, 85 in III phase, and 24 in commercialization as of June 2025 [2] Global Expansion - The company is enhancing its global capacity with 5 research service centers, 8 drug development centers, and 8 commercial production centers worldwide [2] - Revenue growth rates for North America, Europe, China, and other regions were 20.1%, 5.7%, -8.5%, and 136.1% respectively, indicating robust growth in North America [2] - The company’s Irish base has received EMA approval for its first product for commercial production, and the construction of the MFG11 capacity in the U.S. is ongoing [2]

Core Viewpoint - WuXi Biologics (02269) experienced a 2.1% decline in stock price, trading at 32.58 HKD per share with a transaction volume of 304 million HKD as of 09:46 on August 26 [1] Group 1: Company Overview - WuXi Biologics is a leading global provider of biologics services, offering comprehensive, integrated, and highly customized services throughout the entire process from discovery and development to production of biologics [1] - The company held a 48% market share in China's biologics R&D market in 2016 and has established partnerships with 12 out of the top 20 global pharmaceutical companies [1] Group 2: Financial Performance - As of the mid-year report in 2025, WuXi Biologics reported total revenue of 9.953 billion CNY and a net profit of 2.339 billion CNY [2]

Core Viewpoint - Goldman Sachs raised its earnings per share forecast for WuXi Biologics (2269.HK) for the years 2023 to 2027 by 11.9% to 15.9%, reflecting better-than-expected gross margin improvement [1] Group 1 - Target price increased from HKD 25.6 to HKD 29.3, maintaining a price-to-earnings ratio target of 23 times, with a neutral rating [1] - The company's mid-term gross margin expanded by 3.6 percentage points to 42.7%, driven by reduced employee stock compensation, increased milestone revenue recognition from R&D, and improved utilization of new capacity, offsetting losses from the Ireland project [1] - Management expects gross margin improvement to continue in the second half of the year, based on operational enhancements and increased capacity utilization, with a long-term gross margin target of 50%, and the Singapore facility's gross margin expected to reach approximately 45% [1]

医药合同外包服务(CXO)行业的盈利与估值对资金环境变化较敏感，该行预期美国下半年潜在减息将推 动市场偏好CXO板块。相较上半年，今年下半年至明年在更有利的资金环境下，全球的生物科技公司 将增加研发投入，而制药企业亦将扩大研发支出以缓解专利壁垒压力，并将持续惠及药明生物。 智通财经APP获悉，里昂发布研报称，料药明生物(02269)将于2025至27年重新加速增长，将期内收入预 测上调0%至4%，净利润预测上调0%至7%，毛利率将由2024年的28.5%，料提升至2027年的30.8%。该 行将公司目标价由34.8港元上调至42.6港元，重申跑赢大市评级。 ...

Core Viewpoint - The report from Citi indicates that WuXi Biologics (02269) is expected to accelerate growth again between 2025 and 2027, with revenue forecasts raised by 0% to 4% and net profit forecasts increased by 0% to 7% [1] Group 1: Financial Projections - Gross margin is projected to improve from 28.5% in 2024 to 30.8% in 2027 [1] - The target price for the company has been raised from HKD 34.8 to HKD 42.6, maintaining an outperform rating [1] Group 2: Industry Insights - The profitability and valuation of the Contract Research Organization (CRO) industry are sensitive to changes in the funding environment [1] - A potential interest rate cut in the US in the second half of the year is expected to enhance market preference for the CRO sector [1] - Global biotech companies are anticipated to increase R&D investments in a more favorable funding environment, while pharmaceutical companies will also expand R&D spending to alleviate patent barrier pressures, benefiting WuXi Biologics [1]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for WuXi Biologics (02269.HK) is "Buy" (maintained) [4][13] Core Views - The company achieved a robust revenue growth of 16.08% year-on-year in H1 2025, with total revenue reaching 9.953 billion yuan and a net profit of 2.339 billion yuan, reflecting a significant increase of 56.05% [4] - The company has raised its full-year revenue guidance for 2025 to a growth range of 14%-16%, supported by a backlog of unfulfilled orders amounting to approximately 20.34 billion USD [4] - The report highlights the strong growth momentum in preclinical services and anticipates future growth in CMO (Contract Manufacturing Organization) business [5] Financial Performance - In H1 2025, the company reported a gross margin of approximately 42.73%, an increase of about 3.6 percentage points year-on-year [4] - The adjusted net profit for H1 2025 was 2.840 billion yuan, representing a year-on-year growth of 11.60% [4] - The company’s earnings per share (EPS) for 2025-2027 are projected to be 1.1, 1.3, and 1.5 yuan respectively, with corresponding price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios of 26.7, 23.9, and 19.5 times [4] Business Growth and Strategy - The preclinical business achieved revenue of 4.147 billion yuan in H1 2025, marking a year-on-year growth of approximately 35.2% [5] - The company has a total of 864 projects in various stages, with 429 in preclinical, 259 in Phase I, 85 in Phase II, 67 in Phase III, and 24 in commercialization [5] - WuXi Biologics is expanding its global capacity with five research service centers, eight drug development centers, and eight commercial production centers [6] Regional Performance - Revenue growth in North America was robust at 20.1%, while Europe and China saw growth rates of 5.7% and a decline of 8.5% respectively [6] - The company’s strategic expansion in North America is expected to continue driving revenue growth [6]

盈利预测、估值与评级：公司整体经营状况良好，早期研发端与晚期临床及商业化生产端收入提升明 显。由于减值费用有所提升，其他收入略低于我们此前预期，我们给予更加保守的盈利预测，下调25- 27 年归母净利润预测为42.7/46.7/53.5亿元（前值为42.8/49.3/57.5 亿元，分别下调0.26%/5.32%/7.02%） 对应PE 为27/25/22 倍，维持"买入"评级。 风险提示：公司产能扩张计划或不及预期；生物药CDMO 市场的竞争程度加剧；地缘政治风险或影响 海外收入。 整体项目数再创新高，海外市场收入快速增加。25H1 公司新增86 个项目，总体项目数达864 个，其 中"赢得分子"项目9 个，包括2 个临床III 期项目，且绝大多数是复杂药物分子，体现公司专业能力强 大。25H1 公司临床前收入同比增 35.2%，业务回暖迅速；临床早期阶段收入同比降 29.7%，系数个大 型项目推进至后期开发或商业化阶段及订单时间安排所致。从地区来看，北美地区收入同比增长 20.1%，为公司收入主要推动力；欧洲地区与中国地区收入整体稳健，分别同比增长5.7%和下滑8.5%； 其他地区收入同比快速增长136% ...

Core Viewpoint - WuXi Biologics has raised its full-year revenue guidance following its interim report, indicating a gradual recovery in the global biopharmaceutical R&D and production landscape, with the CRDMO model expected to contribute revenue across various stages of R&D [1][2] Group 1: Financial Projections - The company projects EPS for 2025, 2026, and 2027 to be 1.11, 1.28, and 1.49 CNY respectively [1] - A PE valuation method is applied, with a target PE multiple of 40 for 2025, leading to a target price of HKD 48.18 per share, maintaining a "Buy" rating [1] Group 2: Project Pipeline and Orders - The number of projects in the pipeline is expanding, with a record high of 86 new projects added in the first half of 2025, over half of which are from the U.S. [1] - The company has 864 projects as of the first half of 2025, including 67 in Phase III clinical trials and 24 in commercial production, laying a solid foundation for future revenue growth [1] - The total unfulfilled orders amount to USD 20.3 billion, with approximately USD 11.4 billion in service orders, driven by the advancement of Phase III projects and early-stage clinical progress [1] Group 3: Revenue Growth and Market Resilience - Revenue from the M-end continues to grow rapidly, with North America showing resilience, as preclinical revenue increased by 35.2% year-on-year, driven by research services and preclinical development projects [2] - Clinical Phase III and commercial revenue rose by 24.9% year-on-year, reflecting the maturation of early-stage projects and the ongoing ramp-up of existing commercial projects [2] - North American revenue grew by 20.1% year-on-year, demonstrating sustained demand resilience amid a dynamic trade environment [2] Group 4: CRDMO Model and Profit Potential - The CRDMO model is rare, with proprietary technology molecules expected to contribute revenue at various R&D stages [2] - For every USD 1 billion in proprietary technology drug sales, WuXi Biologics is expected to earn USD 100 million annually, with 100% of projects produced by WuXi exempt from cell line royalties [2] - Projects not produced by WuXi will incur a cell line royalty typically at 0.5% of drug sales, with gross margins exceeding 80%, potentially generating significant profits, and over 600 projects expected to generate potential cell line royalties by the end of 2025 [2]

Investment Rating - The report upgrades the revenue growth guidance for the year from 12%-15% to 14%-16% based on the strong performance in the first half of 2025 [5] Core Insights - The company achieved a revenue of 9.953 billion yuan in H1 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.1%. The gross profit reached 4.253 billion yuan, with a gross margin of 42.7%, up by 3.6 percentage points year-on-year [1] - The growth was primarily driven by overseas markets, with North American revenue increasing by 20.1% to 6.018 billion yuan, while revenue from European clients grew by 5.7% to 1.969 billion yuan. However, revenue from Chinese clients declined by 8.5% to 1.297 billion yuan [2][3] - The company signed a record 86 new projects in H1 2025, including 9 "winning molecule" projects, indicating a robust project and order reserve [4][5] Financial Performance Summary - For H1 2025, the company reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of 2.339 billion yuan, a significant increase of 56.0% year-on-year. The adjusted net profit was 2.840 billion yuan, up by 11.6% [1] - The company expects to complete 25 PPQ projects in 2025, contributing to a strong growth foundation [4][5] - The financial projections for 2025-2027 indicate revenues of 21.503 billion yuan, 24.572 billion yuan, and 27.580 billion yuan, respectively, with net profits of 4.405 billion yuan, 5.082 billion yuan, and 5.756 billion yuan [6][7]

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Accumulate" rating for WuXi Biologics (2269) [5][6] Core Insights - WuXi Biologics has raised its full-year revenue guidance, reflecting a gradual recovery in the global biopharmaceutical R&D and manufacturing landscape. The CRDMO model is expected to leverage proprietary technology molecules to contribute revenue across various stages of R&D [2][3] Financial Summary - Total revenue projections for WuXi Biologics are as follows (in million RMB): - 2023: 17,051 (+12%) - 2024: 18,675 (+10%) - 2025E: 21,612 (+16%) - 2026E: 24,483 (+13%) - 2027E: 27,329 (+12%) - Gross profit and net profit forecasts are: - Gross profit for 2025E: 9,293 million RMB - Net profit for 2025E: 4,510 million RMB (+34%) [3][11] Project and Order Trends - The number of projects in the pipeline is expanding, with 86 new projects added in the first half of 2025, marking a historical high for 1H. Over half of these new projects are from the United States, with bispecific antibodies, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates making up over 70% of new projects [9][10] - As of the first half of 2025, the company has 864 projects, including 67 in Phase III clinical trials and 24 in commercial production, laying a solid foundation for future revenue growth [9][10] Revenue Growth and Market Resilience - Revenue from the M segment is growing rapidly, with North America showing resilience in revenue growth. Preclinical revenue increased by 35.2% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, driven by research services and preclinical development projects [9][10] - The North American revenue grew by 20.1% year-on-year, demonstrating sustained demand and project ramp-up in a dynamic trade environment [9][10] CRDMO Model and Profit Potential - The CRDMO model is rare, and proprietary technology molecules have the potential to contribute revenue at various stages of R&D. For every $1 billion in proprietary technology drug sales, WuXi Biologics is expected to earn $100 million annually [9][10]