Haitong Securities International·2025-11-19 13:01Investment Rating - The report suggests focusing on globally competitive CXO companies such as WuXi AppTec, WuXi XDC Cayman, WuXi Biologics Cayman, Pharmaron, Asymchem Laboratories, Porton Pharma Solutions, and Zhejiang Jiuzhou Pharmaceutical [29][30] Core Insights - The overseas CXO industry has confirmed a bottom in prosperity and is showing signs of structural recovery. The industry has passed the cyclical bottom, but recovery is characterized by significant structural differentiation [30] - Clinical CROs like IQVIA and Medpace are leading the recovery with strong orders and guidance, while CDMOs such as Lonza demonstrate resilience through long-term contracts. Preclinical CROs and research services are still stabilizing, with improving inquiry or order cancellation rates [30][31] - The overall recovery strength and sustainability will depend on the continuation of enthusiasm in biotech financing [30] Summary by Sections 1. Overseas CXO Industry Q3 2025 Performance Review - The overseas CXO industry has shown a structural recovery trend, with significant differentiation in recovery across sectors. Clinical CROs are leading the recovery, while preclinical CROs and research services are still in a stabilization phase [8][30] 2. Leading Company Analysis 2.1 Charles River - The company is nearing a performance bottom, with Q3 revenue at $1 billion and an organic growth rate of -1.6%. The management has raised the full-year revenue and EPS guidance, indicating a positive outlook for 2026 [15][16] 2.2 Samsung Biologics - The company reported a strong Q3 performance with revenue of 1.66 trillion KRW, a 40% YoY increase. The CDMO segment continues to grow, with a full-year revenue growth guidance of 25%-30% [19][20] 2.3 Lonza - Lonza's Q3 performance met expectations, with CDMO business projected to grow by 20%-21% YoY. The company is experiencing strong demand in its core business segments [24][25] 3. Key Financial Metrics - The report includes financial forecasts for various companies, indicating expected revenue growth and profitability metrics for 2025-2027. For instance, WuXi AppTec is expected to have an EPS of 5.42 in 2025, with a PE ratio of 18 [26]