Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" rating for WuXi AppTec (02268) [1][9] Core Views - WuXi AppTec demonstrated strong annual performance with a revenue of 4.052 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 91%, and a net profit of 1.069 billion RMB, reflecting a 277% growth [1][9] - The company's strategy of "Empower, Follow, and Win Molecules" has successfully driven project growth, with a total of 194 iCMC projects, including 53 new comprehensive projects signed in 2024 [2][4] - The ADC (Antibody-Drug Conjugate) market continues to show robust growth, with WuXi AppTec positioned as a leading CRDMO service provider, benefiting from a significant increase in client and project numbers [2][7] Summary by Sections Financial Performance - For 2024, WuXi AppTec reported a gross profit of 1.239 billion RMB, up 122% year-on-year, and an adjusted net profit of 1.174 billion RMB, a 185% increase [1][9] - The gross margin improved by 4.3 percentage points to 30.6%, attributed to enhanced production efficiency and cost control [6][9] - The company has a backlog of 9.91 billion USD in orders, a 71% increase year-on-year, with North America showing over 100% growth in unfulfilled orders [6][9] Market Position and Strategy - WuXi AppTec has established itself as a key player in the ADC and XDC project markets, with approximately 700 ADC projects and 200 XDC projects completed [2][3] - The company has empowered clients to submit 85 IND applications, showcasing its strong client relationships and market presence [2][5] - The global ADC market is projected to grow, with WuXi AppTec's capabilities expected to meet increasing production demands, supported by new production facilities set to be operational by the end of 2025 [6][7] Future Projections - The report forecasts net profits for WuXi AppTec to reach 1.456 billion RMB in 2025, 1.997 billion RMB in 2026, and 2.704 billion RMB in 2027, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 34.16% [9][10] - The projected price-to-earnings (PE) ratio for 2024 is 34.16, with an estimated market capitalization of 57 billion HKD [9][10]
药明合联：全年业绩增长强劲，维持高增长的势头