Core Insights - The recent meeting between Chinese and U.S. leaders signals a stabilization in U.S.-China relations, alleviating previous geopolitical concerns regarding innovative pharmaceuticals [1] - There has been a notable inflow of funds into the market, with the Hang Seng Innovative Drug ETF (159316) experiencing a cumulative net inflow of 1.57 billion since September 30 [1] - Global pharmaceutical and biotechnology assets have performed well since the interest rate cuts, with the S&P 500 equal-weight healthcare index rising by 4.6% and the Nasdaq Biotechnology index increasing by 11.7% from September 18 to October 30, 2025 [1] Industry Dynamics - At the ESMO 2025 conference, Chinese innovative pharmaceutical companies showcased their strength, with 35 studies selected for oral presentations and 23 for breakthrough abstracts, covering prevalent cancers such as liver cancer, lung cancer, and lymphoma [1] - Business development (BD) collaborations are on the rise, exemplified by the partnership between Innovent Biologics and Takeda, which includes an upfront payment of 1.2 billion and a total deal size of up to 11.4 billion, reflecting global pharmaceutical companies' recognition of Chinese innovative drugs [1] - Historically, during the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut cycles, the valuation of Hong Kong innovative pharmaceutical assets tends to expand, creating a favorable liquidity environment for financing and R&D investments in innovative drug companies [1] Market Outlook - The recent easing of U.S.-China relations, combined with the onset of the fourth quarter's BD peak season for innovative drugs, is expected to create a recovery window for market sentiment [2] - The Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovative Drug Index has likely reached a phase of bottoming out after adjustments, highlighting increasing value for investment [2] Related Securities - Hang Seng Innovative Drug ETF (159316, Connect A/C: 024328/024329) [3] - Hong Kong Stock Connect Pharmaceutical ETF (513200, Connect A/C: 018557/018558) [3] - Pharmaceutical ETF (512010, Connect A/C: 001344/007883) [3]
中美关系释放积极信号，恒生创新药ETF(159316)930以来持续获得资金净流入，恒生创新药ETF配置价值备受关注