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创新药指数“提纯”：CXO被剔除 影响几何？
2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-09-02 11:27

Core Viewpoint - The recent adjustments to the Hang Seng Innovation Drug Index and the Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovation Drug Index aim to refine the indices by removing companies primarily involved in the CXO (Contract Research Organization, Contract Manufacturing Organization, and Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) sector, thereby better reflecting the trends in the innovative drug industry [1][2][3]. Index Adjustments - The Hang Seng Innovation Drug Index has reduced its constituent stocks from 36 to 29 by removing 7 companies, while the Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovation Drug Index has decreased from 34 to 29 by excluding 5 companies [1][3]. - The removed CXO companies previously accounted for approximately 20% of the weight in the Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovation Drug Index, which is expected to enhance the index's ability to reflect the development trends of the innovative drug industry [1][2]. Performance Metrics - Historical data shows that the revised index has improved its performance, with the annualized return increasing from 3.2% to 8.2% for 2023, and from -11.5% to -4.5% for 2024 [4]. - The Hang Seng Innovation Drug Index is projected to achieve its first annual increase since 2020, with a year-to-date increase of 116% as of August 22, 2025, outperforming the broader market and the healthcare sector [4]. CXO Sector Insights - The removal of CXO companies, particularly those from the WuXi AppTec group, may lead to short-term capital outflows but could be offset by long-term industry recovery trends and strategic adjustments by the companies [5][6]. - Despite being removed from the indices, several CXO companies reported strong performance in the first half of the year, with WuXi Biologics achieving a revenue of 9.95 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 16.1% [5]. Future Outlook - Analysts suggest that the CXO sector is poised for recovery, driven by the increasing demand for clinical trial services and the strategic direction of domestic innovative drug companies [6]. - The CXO industry is expected to benefit from the competitive advantages of being a major production country, alongside a favorable regulatory environment and the rising complexity of new drug development [6].