Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-10-26 18:41Core Viewpoint - The company, WuXi AppTec, reported strong financial performance for the first three quarters of 2025, with significant growth in various business segments, particularly in the CRDMO (Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing) model, and announced a strategic asset sale to focus on core operations [1][26][29]. Financial Performance - As of September 30, 2025, the company had a backlog of orders amounting to RMB 59.88 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 41.2% [5]. - The total revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 reached RMB 32.45 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 18.6% [5]. - Revenue from continuous operations grew by 22.5%, with chemical business revenue at RMB 25.98 billion, up 29.3% year-on-year [5][6]. Business Segments - The small molecule drug discovery segment delivered over 430,000 new compounds in the past year, with 250 molecules transitioning from research to development in the first three quarters of 2025 [6]. - The small molecule development and manufacturing (D&M) segment reported revenue of RMB 14.24 billion, a 14.1% increase year-on-year, with a total of 3,430 molecules in the pipeline [6]. - The TIDES (oligonucleotide and peptide) business saw revenue of RMB 7.84 billion, a remarkable growth of 121.1% year-on-year, with a 17.1% increase in backlog orders [7]. Strategic Decisions - The company announced the sale of 100% equity in two subsidiaries for a base price of RMB 2.8 billion to streamline operations and focus on its CRDMO business model [26][29]. - The board of directors approved the asset sale on October 24, 2025, with a unanimous vote, indicating strong internal support for the strategic shift [22][30]. Market Position - WuXi AppTec maintains a strong reputation in the global pharmaceutical R&D industry, adhering to the highest international quality standards and continuously optimizing its integrated CRDMO service model [2][3]. - The company has established a robust client base across various regions, including the US, Europe, and China, with significant revenue contributions from these markets [5].