Summary of Conference Call on Innovative Drugs and Industry Chain Update Industry Overview - The innovative drug industry in China is accelerating its international expansion, driven by increased investment banking projects, recognition of data from AACR/ASCO conferences, and the engineer dividend. The second-generation immuno-oncology (IO) market has significant potential, expected to reach $200 billion, with China accounting for approximately 40% and leading in R&D progress [1][5][17]. Key Insights - **Profitability through "Borrowing a Boat to Go to Sea" Model**: Innovative drug companies are leveraging this model to achieve profitability, which includes upfront payments, milestone payments for R&D and commercialization, and sales sharing. This provides a clear valuation anchor and allows for DCF cash flow calculations [1][6]. - **PS Valuation Adjustment**: The PS (Price to Sales) valuation for innovative drugs should be adjusted to 5 times, compared to the current 3 times in Hong Kong stocks and 3.5-4 times in A-shares. This indicates a potential valuation recovery space of at least 50% [1][7]. - **CXO Industry Growth**: The CXO (Contract Research Organization) industry is experiencing an upward trend, with significant order growth in CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization) companies, with new and existing orders increasing by over 15-20% [1][9]. - **R&D Investment Recovery**: Domestic R&D investment in innovative drugs is gradually recovering, with business development (BD) activities generating upfront payments, becoming a crucial funding source. The large molecule sector, including ADC (Antibody-Drug Conjugates) and bispecific antibodies, is particularly active [1][11]. Additional Important Points - **Supply and Demand Dynamics in Experimental Monkeys**: The supply of experimental monkeys is declining due to aging breeding stock, while demand is closely tied to the innovative drug R&D climate. This creates a widening supply-demand gap, benefiting companies with monkey breeding resources [15][16]. - **Second-Generation IO Market Trends**: The second-generation IO market is a clear trend, with significant sales potential. The PD-1/L2 product from Innovent Biologics is highlighted for its promising performance across various indications, with a projected peak sales of $7 billion [3][18]. - **Investment Opportunities in CXO Sector**: Companies like Zhaoyan, Tigermed, and others in the CXO sector are recommended for investment due to their positive performance and market conditions [1][9]. - **Emerging Companies and Products**: Companies such as Pfizer and Zai Lab are noted for their strategic positioning in the ADC space, with potential for significant valuation increases based on clinical trial outcomes [19][20][21][22]. Conclusion The innovative drug sector in China is poised for growth, with favorable market conditions, strategic international expansion, and a recovery in R&D investments. The second-generation IO market, in particular, presents substantial opportunities for investors, supported by strong clinical data and a favorable regulatory environment.