CSPC Pharmaceutical (1093 HK) Summary
Core Content and Overview
CSPC Pharmaceutical Group (1093 HK) is a Chinese pharmaceutical company facing revenue challenges due to inventory destocking in its oncology and cardiovascular segments. Despite a decline in sales for these key areas, the company is positioning itself for growth through its business development (BD) initiatives and new product launches.
Main Points
Revenue and Profit Performance
- FY24 Revenue: RMB29.0bn, down 7.8% YoY.
- Finished Drug Sales: RMB23.7bn, down 7.4% YoY.
- Oncology Drug Sales: RMB4.4bn, down 28.3% YoY.
- Cardiovascular Drug Sales: RMB2.1bn, down 14.8% YoY.
- FY25 Revenue Forecast: RMB29.47bn, up 1.6% YoY.
- FY26 Revenue Forecast: RMB29.64bn, up 0.6% YoY.
- FY27 Revenue Forecast: RMB30.53bn, up 3.0% YoY.
- Net Profit in FY24: RMB4.33bn, down 28.6% YoY.
- Net Profit in FY25: RMB4.49bn, up 3.5% YoY.
- Net Profit in FY26: RMB4.74bn, up 5.5% YoY.
- Net Profit in FY27: RMB4.89bn, up 3.2% YoY.
BD and Pipeline
- Out-Licensing Progress: CSPC has secured deals for YS2302018 (lipoprotein(a) inhibitor), SYH2039 (MAT2A inhibitor), and SYS6005 (ROR1 ADC).
- R&D Spending: RMB5.2bn in FY24, supporting a robust pipeline of 40–50 assets.
- BD Strategy: Aims to out-license 3–4 assets annually to drive recurring BD revenue.
- Potential Candidates: Includes EGFR ADC (SYS6010), PD-1/IL15 bsAb, GFRAL mAb, ActRII mAb, and B7-H3 ADC.
Clinical Progress
- SYS6010 (EGFR ADC): In Ph3 development globally, with key trials in China and plans for two Ph3 trials in the US in 2H25.
- Key Data Readouts: Expected in 2025, with monotherapy data likely at AACR and combination therapy results at ASCO.
Key Financial Highlights
| Metric |
FY23A |
FY24A |
FY25E |
FY26E |
FY27E |
| Revenue (RMB mn) |
31,450 |
29,009 |
29,473 |
29,636 |
30,525 |
| YoY Growth (%) |
1.7 |
-7.8 |
1.6 |
0.6 |
3.0 |
| Net Profit (RMB mn) |
4,338.8 |
4,339 |
4,490.2 |
4,736.0 |
4,885.9 |
| YoY Growth (%) |
-28.6 |
-28.6 |
3.5 |
5.5 |
3.2 |
| EPS (Reported) (RMB) |
0.37 |
0.37 |
0.39 |
0.41 |
0.42 |
| P/E (x) |
12.5 |
12.5 |
11.9 |
11.3 |
10.9 |
| Net Gearing (%) |
-23.5 |
-23.5 |
-27.3 |
-31.7 |
-35.3 |
Valuation and Investment Outlook
- Target Price (TP): HK$5.71 (revised from HK$5.97).
- Current Price: HK$4.94.
- Up/Downside: 15.5%.
- DCF Valuation (RMB mn): RMB61,254 (as of FY25E).
- Terminal Value (RMB mn): RMB67,834.
- Terminal Growth Rate: 2.00%.
- WACC: 11.46%.
- Cost of Equity: 15.10%.
- Cost of Debt: 3.50%.
- Equity Beta: 1.20.
- Risk-Free Rate: 2.50%.
- Market Risk Premium: 10.50%.
Sensitivity Analysis
| Terminal Growth Rate |
DCF per Share (HK$) |
| 3.00% |
6.70 |
| 2.50% |
6.50 |
| 2.00% |
5.98 |
| 1.50% |
5.68 |
| 1.00% |
5.41 |
Shareholding and Market Data
- Market Cap (HK$ mn): 58,871.0.
- Average 3 Months Turnover (HK$ mn): 393.0.
- 52-Week High/Low (HK$): 7.12/4.34.
- Total Issued Shares (mn): 11,917.2.
- Major Shareholders:
- Massive Giant Group Ltd: 10.6%
- Cai Dongchen: 10.4%
Share Performance
| Period |
Absolute (%) |
Relative (%) |
| 1-Month |
4.9 |
4.1 |
| 3-Month |
3.3 |
-10.3 |
| 6-Month |
-18.3 |
-25.4 |
Financial Summary
Income Statement Highlights
- Operating Profit: RMB5,908m (FY25E), RMB6,222m (FY26E), RMB6,398m (FY27E).
- Net Profit: RMB4,490.2m (FY25E), RMB4,736.0m (FY26E), RMB4,885.9m (FY27E).
- EPS (Reported): RMB0.39 (FY25E), RMB0.41 (FY26E), RMB0.42 (FY27E).
Balance Sheet Highlights
- Total Assets: RMB46,833m (FY25E), RMB49,727m (FY26E), RMB52,886m (FY27E).
- Total Liabilities: RMB10,742m (FY25E), RMB10,815m (FY26E), RMB11,065m (FY27E).
- Total Shareholders' Equity: RMB34,504m (FY25E), RMB37,339m (FY26E), RMB40,263m (FY27E).
Cash Flow Highlights
- Net Cash from Operations: RMB5,596m (FY25E), RMB5,857m (FY26E), RMB5,858m (FY27E).
- Net Cash from Investing: RMB-1,500m (FY25E), RMB-1,500m (FY26E), RMB-1,500m (FY27E).
- Net Cash from Financing: RMB-2,293m (FY25E), RMB-1,944m (FY26E), RMB-2,003m (FY27E).
Growth and Profitability
| Metric |
FY23A |
FY24A |
FY25E |
FY26E |
FY27E |
| Revenue Growth (%) |
1.7 |
-7.8 |
1.6 |
0.6 |
3.0 |
| Gross Profit Margin (%) |
70.5% |
70.0% |
69.6% |
69.4% |
69.4% |
| Operating Margin (%) |
20.99% |
20.96% |
20.05% |
20.99% |
20.96% |
| Net Margin (%) |
15.94% |
15.97% |
15.20% |
15.94% |
15.97% |
| ROE (%) |
19.2% |
13.3% |
13.4% |
13.2% |
12.6% |
Analyst Ratings and Investment Outlook
- CMBIGM Rating: BUY.
- Reason: Continued out-licensing deals could drive earnings growth.
- Forecast: Revenue and attributable net profit are expected to increase by 1.6%/0.6% and 3.5%/5.5% YoY in FY25 and FY26, respectively.
- Valuation: The DCF per share is HK$5.71, with a 15.5% upside from current price.
Risk and Disclaimer
- Investment Risks: Market volatility, regulatory changes, and potential differences between forecast and actual performance.
- CMBIGM Disclaimer: The report is not tailored to individual investors and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy or sell securities.
- Conflict of Interest: CMBIGM may have investment banking relationships with the companies mentioned, which could affect objectivity.
Conclusion
CSPC Pharmaceutical is navigating a challenging sales environment, particularly in oncology and cardiovascular products, but is leveraging its strong R&D capabilities and BD strategy to drive sustainable revenue growth. The company is targeting a return to positive organic revenue growth in FY2025, with a revised target price of HK$5.71, reflecting a conservative outlook and potential for future earnings improvement through out-licensing and new product launches.