Group 1 - The pharmaceutical sector is a key focus for institutional investors, with brokers increasing their investments and research efforts in this area [1] - As of the end of Q1, 14 brokerage firms were among the top ten shareholders of 25 pharmaceutical companies, holding a total of 508 million shares valued at 4.118 billion [1] - In Q1, brokers frequently adjusted their holdings in the pharmaceutical sector, initiating positions in 10 stocks, increasing holdings in 3, and reducing holdings in 11 [1][2] Group 2 - New positions taken by brokers in Q1 included 1.162 billion for Yihe Jiaye and 1.13 billion for Borui Pharmaceutical, with significant holdings also in Jia Ying Pharmaceutical and Chuangguang Medical [2] - Brokers have been actively conducting on-site research to gather firsthand information about the pharmaceutical sector, with over 50 brokers focusing on companies like Aibo Medical and Wanjian Medical [2] - A total of 23 pharmaceutical stocks have been recommended by brokers this month, with notable mentions including Baiji Shenzhou and Heng Rui Pharmaceutical, indicating strong long-term growth prospects [3] Group 3 - The pharmaceutical sector is expected to see a recovery in profitability by 2025, with current PE valuations at historical lows, suggesting potential for excess returns compared to the broader market [3] - Analysts recommend focusing on high-growth, strong recovery, and new expectations for pharmaceutical investments in 2025, particularly in innovative drugs and medical devices [4] - Investment strategies should prioritize companies with significant product advantages and healthy balance sheets, especially those with global sales potential [4]

Group 1 - The market showed signs of recovery with the ChiNext index leading gains, driven by active capital and strong performance in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in innovative drug stocks [1] - Heng Rui Medicine announced a licensing agreement with Merck for its oral small molecule inhibitor HRS-5346, which expands its international market presence and accelerates global R&D, enhancing confidence in the innovative drug sector [1] - China Galaxy noted that the pharmaceutical sector has experienced a long adjustment period, resulting in low overall valuations and public fund underweighting, but anticipates a recovery in the pharmaceutical market driven by policy support [2] Group 2 - The innovative drug industry and medical device exports are expected to benefit from policy support and growing market demand, with leading companies in niche sectors likely to stand out [2] - The recovery of pharmaceutical consumption is anticipated to gradually manifest with economic recovery and consumption upgrades [2] - Overall, the pharmaceutical sector presents structural opportunities that warrant close attention [2]