Core Viewpoint - Nomura's report indicates that WuXi Biologics has announced a profit forecast, expecting a 16.7% year-on-year revenue growth to 21.8 billion yuan in 2025, slightly above the market expectation of 21.5 billion yuan [1] Revenue and Profit Forecast - The gross margin is expected to improve by 5 percentage points year-on-year to 46%, also exceeding the market expectation of 43% [1] - Net profit and profit attributable to shareholders are projected to grow by 45.3% and 46.3% year-on-year, reaching 5.7 billion yuan and 4.9 billion yuan, respectively, surpassing market expectations of 4.8 billion yuan and 4.4 billion yuan [1] - For the second half of 2025, revenue is estimated to grow by 17.2% year-on-year to 11.8 billion yuan, with profit growth of 38%, both exceeding market expectations [1] Management Insights - Management attributes the growth to optimistic performance in research service revenue and an increase in projects entering later stages due to enhanced service capabilities [1] Target Price Adjustment - Nomura has raised its target price from 37.36 HKD to 50.54 HKD, maintaining a "Buy" rating [1]
大行评级丨野村：药明生物去年初步业绩胜预期，目标价上调至50.54港元