WuXi AppTec (02359) saw its shares rise more than 6% after the release of its annual financial results. At the time of writing, the stock was up 6.33%, trading at HK$109.2, with a turnover of HK$173 million.

The company reported its 2025 performance, achieving total revenue of RMB 45.456 billion, a year-on-year increase of 15.84%. Net profit attributable to shareholders reached approximately RMB 19.151 billion, doubling compared to the previous year with a growth of 102.65%. After adjusting for non-recurring gains and losses, the net profit increased by 32.56% year-on-year. The board proposed a cash dividend distribution of about RMB 4.712 billion.

In its concurrent outlook for 2026, the company forecasts total revenue to reach between RMB 51.3 billion and RMB 53 billion, representing growth of 18% to 22% for its continuing operations. Capital expenditures for 2026 are projected to be in the range of RMB 6.5 billion to RMB 7.5 billion. With business growth and improved operational efficiency, adjusted free cash flow for 2026 is expected to be between RMB 10.5 billion and RMB 11.5 billion.

Additionally, WuXi AppTec announced that it expects total cash dividend distributions for 2026 to reach RMB 5.71 billion, setting a new historical record.