Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the industry, but it provides insights into market performance and trends [2][4]. Core Insights - The pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector saw a weekly increase of 1.9%, underperforming the Wind All A index (2.21%) but outperforming the CSI 300 index [2][7]. - The medical research outsourcing segment experienced the highest growth at 8.29%, while chemical preparations and other biological products faced declines of -2.02% and -0.58%, respectively [2][8]. - The Quark Health model achieved a significant milestone by passing the written assessment for chief physician in 12 core disciplines, marking a rapid development phase for medical AI models in China [2][11]. - State-owned equity funds are actively acquiring stakes in pharmaceutical companies, with notable transactions including the acquisition of Kanghua Biological and a significant stake in MicroPort Medical [2][11]. Summary by Sections Market Weekly Review - The pharmaceutical and biotechnology sector rose by 1.9% from July 21 to July 25, 2025, with medical research outsourcing leading the gains at 8.29% [2][7]. - Individual stocks such as Haitai Biological (46.9%), Zhendong Pharmaceutical (42.9%), and Saily Medical (31.7%) saw significant increases, while *ST Suwu (-22.3%) and Yong'an Pharmaceutical (-13.7%) faced notable declines [2][10]. Industry News and Key Company Announcements Important Industry Events - The National Medical Insurance Administration announced new measures to optimize drug procurement, emphasizing quality over lowest price and launching a nationwide drug price comparison tool [2][11]. Industry News - Shanghai Biopharmaceutical M&A Fund is set to acquire shares in MicroPort Medical, becoming a strategic shareholder [2][11]. - Kangfang Biologics' new indication application for Ivoris monoclonal antibody has been accepted by the National Medical Products Administration [2][11]. Company Announcements - WuXi Biologics reported a positive mid-year earnings forecast, expecting a 16% revenue increase and a 3.6% rise in gross margin [2][14]. - The Quark Health model's capabilities continue to align closely with human physicians, marking a significant advancement in AI healthcare applications [2][14]. - WuXi AppTec and other companies reported substantial revenue growth, with WuXi AppTec expecting over 60% growth in the first half of 2025 [2][14].

Group 1 - Baili Tianheng announced that its drug Iza-bren (BL-B01D1) for nasopharyngeal carcinoma achieved its primary endpoint in a Phase III clinical trial, marking it as the first dual antibody ADC to complete such a study globally [2][3] - The drug was licensed to Bristol-Myers Squibb for an upfront payment of $800 million, with a potential total deal value of up to $8.4 billion, representing the highest transaction for a single asset in the ADC field [2] Group 2 - Dize Pharma received FDA approval for its drug ZEGFROVY® (Shuwotini), which is indicated for adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR exon 20 insertion mutations, following disease progression after platinum-based chemotherapy [3][4] - Shuwotini has been recognized with four breakthrough therapy designations in China and the U.S., making it the only drug to achieve "BTD Grand Slam" for treating EGFR exon 20 insertion NSCLC [4] Group 3 - The breakthroughs by Baili Tianheng and Dize Pharma reflect the rising strength of China's biopharmaceutical industry, showcasing a shift from being "followers" to "leaders" in innovative drug development [5] - As of now, 10 domestic innovative drugs have been approved for marketing in the U.S., with four of them coming from companies listed on the STAR Market [5] - Recent policies from the National Healthcare Security Administration and the National Health Commission aim to support the high-quality development of innovative drugs through various measures, injecting vitality into China's innovative drug sector [5]