Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the synthetic biology industry Core Insights - The synthetic biology sector is experiencing a global biotechnology revolution, providing innovative solutions to major challenges such as health, climate change, and food security, as highlighted by the National Development and Reform Commission's "14th Five-Year Plan for Bioeconomic Development" [4] - The Huazhong Securities Synthetic Biology Index, which includes 58 companies involved in synthetic biology, has seen a decline of 4.96% recently, indicating a performance lag compared to the Shanghai Composite Index [5][22] Summary by Sections 1. Synthetic Biology Market Dynamics - The synthetic biology sector's stocks fell by 4.96% in the week of October 13-17, 2025, ranking 24th among sectors [22] - The top five gainers in this sector included Yuanli Technology (+11%) and Fuxiang Pharmaceutical (+11%), while the top five losers included Shengquan Group (-18%) and Jinziham (-18%) [23][27] 2. Company Business Developments - Huada Zhizao has signed a licensing agreement to expand its sequencing technology into the European and American markets [28] - Haineng Energy has been approved to enter the bio-aviation fuel "white list," allowing it to produce 158,000 tons of bio-aviation fuel annually [29] - Jinggong Holdings is set to launch a 50,000-ton green recycled material production line, which will be the largest chemical recycling polyester enterprise globally [30] 3. Industry Financing Tracking - The synthetic biology sector has seen accelerated financing, with nearly 100 companies completing new funding rounds in 2025 [35] - Zhejiang Ruiwei New Materials Technology Co., Ltd. completed a multi-million yuan financing round, focusing on biodegradable materials for the beauty and textile industries [35]