Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-06-13 08:44Core Viewpoint - Junshi Bioscience plans to raise approximately HKD 1.039 billion through the placement of 41 million new H-shares at a price of HKD 25.35 per share, which represents an 11.52% discount to the closing price on June 12 [1] Group 1: Fundraising and Use of Proceeds - The company intends to allocate 70% of the raised funds for innovative drug development, focusing on dual-specific antibodies such as JS207 (PD-1/VEGF), JS212 (EGFR/HER3), and JS213 (PD-1/IL-2) [1] - The remaining funds will be used to supplement working capital [1] - Junshi Bioscience previously announced an investment of CNY 767 million in the PD-1/VEGF dual antibody (JS207) [1] Group 2: Clinical Development and Market Position - JS207 is currently in Phase II clinical trials, with plans to conduct key clinical trials for lung cancer, breast cancer, liver cancer, colorectal cancer, and other advanced solid tumors [1] - Junshi Bioscience, established in December 2012, was the first domestic company to receive approval for a PD-1 monoclonal antibody, but its product, Toripalimab, has faced stiff competition from later entrants [4] - Toripalimab remains the company's leading product, generating CNY 1.501 billion in domestic sales in 2024, accounting for 77% of total revenue of CNY 1.948 billion [4] Group 3: Financial Performance and Market Trends - Despite not yet achieving profitability, the company's losses have significantly narrowed in 2024, with Q1 revenue and net loss reported at CNY 500 million and CNY 235 million, respectively [4] - The PD-1/VEGF dual antibody field has gained traction, with significant competitive developments, including a head-to-head trial where a competitor's product outperformed the leading PD-1 drug [5] - The innovative drug sector has seen a strong performance in the A-share market, with a 12.72% increase in May and a total increase of over 22% from April to June [6]