Core Viewpoint - The Hong Kong innovative drug sector has achieved a 78% increase as of June 6, 2025, marking the highest half-year growth since 2018, driven by multiple factors including domestic drug approvals and supportive national policies [1][2]. Group 1: 1H25 Review - As of June 6, 2025, the MSCI China Pharmaceutical Index and the Hang Seng Biotechnology Index have risen by 31% and 48% respectively, significantly outperforming the MSCI China Index (up 16%) and the Hang Seng Index (up 19%) [2]. - The innovative drug sector has seen the best performance with a 62% increase, while the pharmaceutical distribution sector has declined by 8% [2]. - The outperformance of the pharmaceutical sector is attributed to its immunity to the "tariff war," continuous improvement in fundamentals, and historically low valuations attracting new capital [2]. Group 2: 2H25 Outlook - The pharmaceutical sector's fundamentals are expected to improve further in 2H25 due to anticipated overseas licensing of domestic innovative drugs, supportive national policies, and rapid growth in innovative drug sales [3]. - The innovative drug sector is recommended as a top choice, particularly companies with strong R&D capabilities and significant commercial potential, such as Innovent Biologics (01801) and BeiGene (06160) [3]. - Innovent Biologics is positioned well with upcoming approvals for key drugs, while BeiGene has multiple catalysts expected in the second half of the year [3]. Group 3: Other Sectors - The medical device sector is expected to benefit from policy-driven demand for high-value consumables and equipment upgrades, with companies like Aikang Medical (01789) and Mindray Medical (300760.SZ) recommended for attention [4]. - The CXO sector shows signs of recovery in new order growth, with companies like WuXi AppTec (02269) and WuXi Biologics (02359) highlighted for their growth potential [4]. - The medical services sector is viewed positively, particularly in traditional Chinese medicine and ophthalmology services [5].
浦银国际：港股创新药板块刷新半年涨幅纪录 生物科技企业迎来商业化盈利节点