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Core Viewpoint - WuXi AppTec has returned to sustained high growth after a challenging year impacted by the "Biological Safety Act," with impressive financial results in the first half of 2025, indicating a recovery trajectory for the company and the industry [2][8]. Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, WuXi AppTec reported revenue of 20.8 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 20%, and a net profit of 8.6 billion yuan, which doubled compared to the previous year, both reaching historical highs [2][4]. - The company has raised its full-year revenue guidance, expecting a growth rate of 13%-17% for its ongoing business, up from the previous 10%-15% [4]. Regional Performance - The high growth of WuXi AppTec is primarily supported by U.S. clients, with revenue from this segment increasing by 38.4% year-on-year in the first half of 2025 [3][9]. - Revenue from Chinese clients, however, has declined by 5.2%, contributing only 3.2 billion yuan, which is 15% of total revenue [11]. Market Dynamics - WuXi AppTec's international revenue reached 17.3 billion yuan in the first half of 2025, accounting for over 80% of total revenue, with U.S. clients contributing 14 billion yuan [9]. - The company has successfully navigated the challenges posed by the "Biological Safety Act," with no new legislative proposals emerging in the current U.S. Congress [10]. Business Segments - The second quarter of 2025 was particularly strong, with revenue exceeding 11.1 billion yuan, marking the first time quarterly revenue surpassed 10 billion yuan [14]. - The growth in revenue is attributed to the increasing demand for small molecule CDMO services and TIDES (oligonucleotide and peptide) business, with TIDES revenue reaching 5 billion yuan, a 142% increase year-on-year [14][15]. Industry Outlook - The recovery of WuXi AppTec is expected to positively influence the broader CXO (Contract Research Organization) industry, with other companies like Kelun and Kanglongda also reporting improved performance [17].