红杉中国杨云霞：下一代疗法风口下 坚守长期投资逻辑

Core Insights - The core viewpoint emphasizes that Biotech will remain a mainstream investment direction in the medical field, particularly focusing on the iteration of second-generation technology paradigms, such as advancements in ADC drugs and CAR-T therapies [1][2]. Group 1: Investment Trends - There is a notable phenomenon of "asset grabbing" in the market, driven by the transition of innovative drug enthusiasm from the secondary market to the primary market [1]. - As of September this year, over 40% of the innovative assets introduced by the top 20 multinational pharmaceutical companies (MNCs) in China are from local biotech firms, with half of these being next-generation therapies like dual antibodies and ADCs [2]. - Biotech companies have secured 75% of external licensing transactions, with five companies, including Hengrui Medicine and Innovent Biologics, accounting for 20% of these deals [2]. Group 2: Challenges and Opportunities - Despite the growth, the industry faces multiple challenges, including the risk of resource wastage and product homogeneity due to blind competition [3]. - The focus should shift from speed to quality improvement and differentiated innovation to avoid collective setbacks in the industry [3]. - Building a bridge between technology development and clinical needs is crucial for efficient commercialization, as demonstrated by Sequoia China's efforts in the neuroscience field [3]. Group 3: BD Transactions and Value Creation - The core value of business development (BD) transactions lies in the synergy of capital, brand, and capability, which can provide stable cash flow and enhance brand credibility for biotech companies [4]. - High-quality BD collaborations can significantly aid biotech firms in learning from leading pharmaceutical companies, thus enhancing their operational capabilities [4]. - The perception that Chinese biotech assets are undervalued in international markets needs to be addressed to improve their global competitiveness [5]. Group 4: Strategic Investment Considerations - The essence of primary market investment is to buy today and realize returns in 5 to 10 years, necessitating a focus on long-term value rather than short-term market trends [6]. - Sequoia China emphasizes the importance of selecting the right direction and team when investing, as these factors are critical for maximizing value returns [6]. - The current market environment, including the opening of the Sci-Tech Innovation Board and the surge in biotech listings in Hong Kong, provides more financing opportunities for companies, but they must ensure their fundamentals are solid before going public [6].