Investment Rating - The report maintains an "OUTPERFORM" rating for WuXi XDC Cayman, with a target price of HK41.90 [1][19]. Core Insights - WuXi XDC achieved robust growth in 2024, with revenue reaching RMB4.052 billion, a year-on-year increase of 90.8%. The gross margin improved to 30.6%, up 4.3 percentage points, and net profit attributable to shareholders surged 277.2% to RMB1.070 billion [4][12]. - The company secured 53 new integrated projects and 23 iCMC projects in 2024, supporting clients in submitting 30 IND applications and delivering over 300 GMP production batches [5][13]. - North America emerged as the fastest-growing region, with revenue from North American clients reaching RMB2.03 billion, a 138.3% increase year-on-year, accounting for 50.1% of total revenue [15]. Financial Performance - Revenue projections for WuXi XDC from 2025 to 2027 are RMB5.587 billion, RMB7.387 billion, and RMB9.462 billion, with year-on-year growth rates of 37.9%, 32.2%, and 28.1% respectively [7][18]. - Net profit attributable to shareholders is expected to be RMB1.342 billion, RMB1.818 billion, and RMB2.403 billion for the same period, with growth rates of 25%, 35%, and 32% respectively [10][18]. - The adjusted net profit is projected to be RMB1.550 billion, RMB2.010 billion, and RMB2.580 billion, with growth rates of 32%, 30%, and 28% [10][18]. Market Position and Strategy - By the end of 2024, WuXi XDC had a total backlog of RMB991 million, reflecting a 71% year-on-year growth, with new contract signings maintaining pace with this growth [16]. - The company plans to maintain high capital expenditures, with 2025 CAPEX projected to exceed RMB1.4 billion, focusing on expanding its global manufacturing footprint and technical capabilities [17].
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