Core Viewpoint - The pharmaceutical sector experienced a strong rally on the 26th, particularly in innovative drugs and vaccine concepts, with several companies seeing significant stock price increases [1] Industry Summary - Recent advancements in the small nucleic acid drug field have garnered significant attention from both the industry and investors, marking a transition from concept validation to the brink of industrial rise [1] - By 2025, breakthroughs in delivery technology are expected to expand indications from the liver to cardiovascular and CNS areas, coupled with the commercialization of major products and substantial mergers by multinational pharmaceutical giants, indicating a golden development period driven by "technological breakthroughs + commercial realization" [1] - According to Everbright Securities, domestic pharmaceutical companies are accelerating their R&D progress, with many entering clinical research phases since 2025. The focus should be on leading innovative drug companies with advanced technology platforms and differentiated pipelines, as well as innovative industry chain companies likely to benefit from the overall industry upturn [1] - The investment approach in the pharmaceutical sector should increasingly emphasize the clinical value logic, addressing clinical needs of patients and doctors, influenced by domestic medical insurance policies and global expansion strategies, which are assigning higher premiums to clinical value [1] - From the perspective of clinical value, the innovative drug industry chain and innovative medical devices are viewed positively [1]

Group 1 - The policy landscape is evolving with the conclusion of negotiations for the national medical insurance directory and commercial insurance drug directory in 2025, creating a new payment channel for high-value innovative drugs, potentially generating an annual payment scale of approximately 20 billion yuan [1] - The innovative drug sector is experiencing a positive trend of "high growth and reduced losses," with revenue reaching 48.56 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 21.41%, while the net profit loss has significantly narrowed [1] - The number of approved domestic innovative drugs has been steadily increasing, capturing market share across various therapeutic areas, and many domestic innovative drugs are achieving value upgrades through international licensing deals, injecting new momentum into sector growth [1] Group 2 - The small nucleic acid drug sector is gaining significant attention due to recent global advancements, transitioning from concept validation to the brink of industrial rise, driven by breakthroughs in delivery technology and the expansion of indications [1] - The commercialization of heavyweight products and substantial mergers and acquisitions by multinational pharmaceutical giants are validating the industry's growth, marking a golden development period driven by "technological breakthroughs and commercial realization" [1] Group 3 - The Guotai Innovation Drug ETF focuses on innovative drug companies listed on the Sci-Tech Innovation Board, tracking a representative index of 30 high-quality companies, primarily in the high-growth biotech sector [2] - During the market rebound from September 24, 2024, to October 31, 2025, the Sci-Tech Innovation Drug Index and the Hang Seng Hong Kong Stock Connect Innovation Drug Index saw increases of 143.70% and 135.34%, respectively, indicating potential for better sharing of the Sci-Tech Innovation Board's elasticity as market risk appetite recovers [2]

Core Viewpoint - The pharmaceutical sector experienced a strong rally on the 26th, particularly in innovative drugs and vaccine concepts, with several companies seeing significant stock price increases [1] Industry Summary - Recent advancements in the small nucleic acid drug field have garnered significant attention from both the industry and investors, marking a transition from concept validation to the brink of industrial rise [1] - Since 2025, breakthroughs in delivery technology are expected to expand indications from the liver to cardiovascular and CNS areas, coupled with the commercialization of major products and substantial mergers by multinational pharmaceutical giants, indicating a golden development period driven by "technological breakthroughs + commercial realization" [1] - According to Everbright Securities, domestic pharmaceutical companies are accelerating their R&D progress, with many entering clinical research phases since 2025. The focus should be on leading innovative drug companies with advanced technology platforms and differentiated pipelines, as well as innovative industry chain companies likely to benefit from the overall industry upturn [1] - The investment approach in the pharmaceutical sector should increasingly emphasize the clinical value logic, addressing clinical needs of patients and doctors, influenced by domestic medical insurance policies and global expansion strategies, which are assigning higher premiums to clinical value [1] - From the perspective of clinical value, the innovative drug industry chain and innovative medical devices are viewed positively [1]

Core Viewpoint - The innovation drug sector in China is experiencing significant growth, driven by policy support, technological advancements, and increased investment interest, particularly in small nucleic acid drugs and innovative therapies [4][5]. Group 1: Market Performance - As of November 25, 2025, the Shanghai Stock Exchange Sci-Tech Innovation Board Innovation Drug Index rose by 1.94%, with notable increases in constituent stocks such as YK Pharma (up 5.35%) and Olin Bio (up 4.97%) [1]. - The Huatai-PineBridge Innovation Drug ETF saw a 2.11% increase, with a latest price of 0.87 yuan, and a trading volume of 30.69 million yuan [1]. - Over the past month, the average daily trading volume of the Huatai-PineBridge Innovation Drug ETF was 55.01 million yuan, indicating strong market interest [1]. Group 2: Company News - Zai Lab announced that its investigational product ZG006 has been included in the list of breakthrough therapies by the National Medical Products Administration, targeting advanced neuroendocrine carcinoma patients [3]. - The company is positioned to benefit from the growing focus on innovative therapies and regulatory support for clinical trials [3]. Group 3: Policy Developments - Beijing's economic and information technology bureau, along with other departments, released measures to promote high-quality development in the medical device industry, emphasizing the adoption of AI-assisted diagnostic technologies [3]. - Shanghai's government has implemented reforms to expedite the review and approval process for innovative drug clinical trials, reducing timelines to 30 working days [4]. Group 4: Industry Trends - The small nucleic acid drug sector is gaining traction, with advancements in delivery technologies and a shift towards commercialization, marking a pivotal moment for the industry [4]. - The combination of policy support, innovation upgrades, and normalization of overseas business development is driving the high growth potential of the innovative drug sector [5].

Market Overview - The A-share pharmaceutical and biotechnology index fell by 4.32%, underperforming the CSI 300 index by 0.54 percentage points, and outperforming the ChiNext index by 1.92 percentage points, ranking 30th among 31 sub-industries [4] - The H-share Hang Seng Healthcare Index dropped by 7.5%, underperforming the Hang Seng Index by 2.41 percentage points [4] R&D Progress - Recent IND applications were initiated for HRS-1358 and HRS-3738 by Heng Rui Medicine; clinical applications for SHR-9539 and JS207 were also newly initiated [5] - TQB2934 by Zhengda Tianqing is currently in Phase I clinical trials; Gan Li Pharmaceutical's Bofan Glutide is in Phase III clinical trials [5] Industry Insights - The small nucleic acid drug sector is experiencing significant advancements, indicating a potential wave of next-generation innovative drugs [6] - Since 2025, breakthroughs in delivery technology are expected to expand indications from the liver to cardiovascular and CNS areas, coupled with the commercialization of major products and substantial mergers by multinational pharmaceutical giants [6] - The industry is entering a golden development period driven by "technological breakthroughs + commercial realization" [6] - Domestic pharmaceutical companies are accelerating R&D progress, with many entering clinical research phases since 2025; focus is recommended on leading innovative drug companies with advanced technology platforms and differentiated pipelines, as well as innovative industry chain companies likely to benefit from overall industry upturn [6] Investment Strategy - The investment strategy for the pharmaceutical sector in 2026 emphasizes the importance of clinical value, addressing clinical needs of patients [7] - Both domestic medical insurance policies and global expansion strategies are increasingly assigning higher premiums to clinical value [7]

Core Insights - Breakthrough data for small nucleic acid drugs in hepatitis B treatment has been reported, indicating promising future developments in this area [3] - The small nucleic acid drug sector is expected to enter its first explosive growth cycle in 2025, with significant commercial potential and advancements in new platforms [3] - The innovative drug sector is experiencing accelerated overseas expansion, with substantial licensing amounts expected in the coming years [4] Group 1: Small Nucleic Acid Drugs - Small nucleic acid drugs have shown promising results in treating chronic hepatitis B, with AHB-137 potentially becoming a leading option in this category [3] - Alnylam's AMVUTTRA is projected to exceed $2 billion in sales this year, marking a significant milestone for small nucleic acid drugs [3] - Ionis's stock surged by 35% following positive data for its sHTG treatment, highlighting the market's responsiveness to successful trial results [3] Group 2: Innovative Drug Sector - The overseas licensing amount for Chinese innovative drugs reached $60.8 billion in the first half of 2025, surpassing the total for 2024 [4] - The innovative drug sector is primarily driven by business development (BD) expectations, with Q4 typically accounting for about 40% of annual BD activity [4] - The innovative drug ETF (589720) has outperformed Hong Kong's innovative drug sector by nearly 10 percentage points since the "924 market" began in 2024 [7] Group 3: Investment Opportunities - The innovative drug ETF (589720) focuses on high-growth biotech companies and is designed to reflect the volatility of the sector with a 20% price fluctuation limit [7] - The ETF tracks 30 representative companies in the Shanghai Stock Exchange's Sci-Tech Innovation Board, indicating a robust investment opportunity in the innovative drug space [7] - The ETF also covers a wide range of innovative drug enterprises across various segments, providing a comprehensive view of the industry's performance [7]

Core Viewpoint - Alnylam Pharmaceuticals has transformed from a biotech company to a pharmaceutical leader, achieving a market capitalization of approximately $611 billion and aiming for a $100 billion valuation, driven by strong revenue growth and a robust pipeline of RNAi therapies [1][2][21]. Financial Performance - Alnylam's total revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 reached $2.617 billion, with product net revenue of $1.992 billion, marking a 67% year-over-year increase [4]. - The TTR product line saw an 85% revenue growth to $1.628 billion, primarily driven by Amvuttra and Onpattro [4]. - Alnylam's total revenue projections for 2025 have been raised to $2.95-3.05 billion, with TTR product revenue guidance adjusted to $2.475-2.525 billion [4]. Product Pipeline and Collaborations - Alnylam has over 15 projects in its pipeline, focusing on rare diseases, cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological conditions, with Cemdisiran and Elebsiran in late-stage clinical trials [8][14]. - Strategic collaborations with companies like Novartis and Regeneron have accelerated product development and diversified revenue streams [6][7]. Key Products and Market Potential - Leqvio, a long-acting lipid-lowering drug developed in partnership with Novartis, is expected to exceed $1 billion in sales for the first time in 2025 [16]. - Zilebesiran, a novel hypertension treatment, is anticipated to revolutionize blood pressure management with a convenient dosing schedule [16][21]. Future Outlook - Alnylam's dual revenue model of product sales and licensing agreements supports short-term profitability while its innovative pipeline offers significant long-term growth potential [21]. - The company is well-positioned to achieve its goal of a $100 billion market valuation as it continues to launch impactful therapies [21].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an "Outperform" rating for the pharmaceutical sector [6]. Core Insights - The small nucleic acid drug industry is entering a significant commercialization phase in 2025, with major advancements in product launches and new platform validations expected [16]. - Alnylam's AMVUTTRA is projected to exceed $2 billion in sales, marking a significant milestone for small nucleic acid drugs [3][17]. - Ionis is anticipated to have multiple catalysts in 2026, with key products like Olezarsen showing promising results [25]. - Arrowhead has launched its first commercial product, Plozasiran, and is focusing on its innovative Trim platform for weight loss and CNS projects [35]. Summary by Sections 1. Weekly Performance of Recommended Pharmaceutical Combinations - The recommended combinations outperformed the pharmaceutical index by 2.4 percentage points but underperformed the broader market by 0.6 percentage points [12]. 2. Small Nucleic Acid Industry Update - The small nucleic acid sector is witnessing rapid commercialization and platform breakthroughs, with significant investment opportunities emerging [16]. - Alnylam's AMVUTTRA sales are expected to reach $2.475 to $2.525 billion for the year, reflecting strong market demand [23]. - Ionis's Olezarsen has shown a 72% reduction in triglycerides in patients, indicating a strong commercial outlook [17][25]. - Arrowhead's Plozasiran is now approved for treating familial chylomicronemia syndrome, marking a significant achievement for the company [17]. 3. Weekly Market Review of the Pharmaceutical Sector - The CITIC Pharmaceutical Index fell by 6.8% during the week of November 17-21, 2025, underperforming the CSI 300 Index by 3 percentage points [47]. - The pharmaceutical sector has seen a year-to-date increase of 14.7%, outperforming the CSI 300 Index by 1.5 percentage points [47]. - The top-performing stocks in the sector included Hainan Haiyao (+23.8%) and Changyao Holdings (+19.7%) [59]. 4. Market Trends and Future Outlook - The report suggests a continued focus on innovative drugs, CXO, and the pharmaceutical supply chain, especially with upcoming ASH conference data releases [4]. - The overall valuation of the pharmaceutical sector is currently at 28.5, indicating a relative premium over the broader market [54].

Investment Rating - The report maintains an investment rating of "Outperform" with a rating of A [7] Core Insights - The report highlights significant advancements in small nucleic acid drugs for the treatment of hepatitis B, particularly the promising data from the drug AHB-137 presented at the AASLD 2025 conference, indicating its potential as the best small nucleic acid drug for hepatitis B [3][22] Summary by Sections Weekly New Drug Market Review - From November 17 to November 23, 2025, the top five gainers in the new drug sector were: - LaiKai Pharmaceutical (+13.34%) - Beihai Kangcheng (+2.67%) - Jiahe Biotech (+2.19%) - Yongtai Biotech (+1.94%) - Youzhi You (+1.14%) - The top five losers were: - WuXi AppTec (-15.75%) - Adi Pharma (-14.56%) - Mengke Pharma (-14.34%) - Yiming Oncology (-13.40%) - Kain Technology (-13.04%) [1][16] Weekly Focused Investment Targets - The report suggests focusing on several promising targets due to upcoming catalysts, including: 1. Products with high certainty for overseas expansion certified by MNCs: Sanofi, Federated Pharmaceuticals, and Kelun-Botai 2. Products with overseas data catalysts: Betta Pharmaceuticals, Hutchison China MediTech, and Yiming Biotech 3. Potential blockbuster products for overseas licensing by MNCs: Fuhong Hanlin, CSPC Pharmaceutical Group, and Yifang Biotech 4. New innovative drug technology breakthroughs: small nucleic acids, in vivo CAR-T, fat reduction and muscle gain, autoimmune CAR-T/bispecific antibodies, and gene therapy [2][20] Weekly New Drug Industry Analysis - The report emphasizes the breakthrough data for small nucleic acid drugs in treating hepatitis B, particularly the two-phase follow-up data for AHB-137, which shows a high potential for becoming the leading small nucleic acid drug in this field [3][22] Weekly New Drug Approval & Acceptance Status - No new drug or new indication approvals were reported this week, but six new drug or new indication applications were accepted [4][24] Weekly New Drug Clinical Application Approval & Acceptance Status - This week, 42 new drug clinical applications were approved, and 44 new drug clinical applications were accepted [5][26] Domestic Market Key Events TOP3 - Key events included: 1. Zean Biopharma's strategic collaboration with GSK to develop up to four "first-in-class" candidates in oncology [11] 2. Innovent Biologics announcing successful Phase III clinical study results for a drug in moderate to severe obesity [11] 3. Fuhong Hanlin's FDA approval for a biosimilar product [11] Overseas Market Key Events TOP3 - Key events included: 1. Merck's presentation of key Phase III trial results at the AHA Scientific Sessions [12] 2. Johnson & Johnson's acquisition of Halda Therapeutics for $3.05 billion [12] 3. The EMA's recommendation for the approval of a gene therapy product [12]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the pharmaceutical industry [3][47]. Core Views - The pharmaceutical index increased by 3.29% from November 10 to November 14, outperforming the CSI 300 index by 4.37%. The report suggests focusing on core innovative drug assets and companies with clear performance trends [4][17]. - Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals is highlighted for its strong pipeline in RNAi therapies, particularly its TRiM platform, which targets various diseases and has shown significant stock price appreciation [7][8]. - The report emphasizes the ongoing transformation in the Chinese pharmaceutical industry, with a shift towards innovation and international expansion, driven by aging demographics and increasing healthcare demands [35][36]. Summary by Sections Arrowhead Pipeline Progress - Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals has a robust pipeline focusing on targeted siRNA drugs, with significant advancements in cardiovascular and neurological diseases. The stock price has surged by 313% since its lowest point in 2025 [7][8]. - Key products include Plozasiran, which is expected to significantly reduce triglyceride levels and is pending FDA approval [12][13]. Industry Perspective - The report underscores the importance of innovative drugs as a primary investment theme for the year, with a focus on manufacturing, international expansion, and aging consumer demographics [17][35]. - The pharmaceutical index has shown a year-to-date increase of 22.09%, indicating strong market performance [17][24]. Investment Recommendations - Suggested stocks include innovative drug companies such as Xinyi Tai, Sanofi, and China Biopharmaceuticals, as well as companies in the medical device sector like Mindray and United Imaging [39][36]. - The report also highlights the potential for growth in sectors related to aging populations and outpatient consumption, recommending companies like Kunming Pharmaceutical and Yuyue Medical [38][36].