Genscript Biotech Future Growth
Future criteria checks 3/6
Genscript Biotech is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 97.9% and 5.1% per annum respectively. EPS is expected to grow by 97.3% per annum. Return on equity is forecast to be 8.3% in 3 years.
Key information
97.9%
Earnings growth rate
97.35%
EPS growth rate
| Life Sciences earnings growth | 41.0% |
| Revenue growth rate | 5.1% |
| Future return on equity | 8.33% |
| Analyst coverage | Good |
| Last updated | 25 Apr 2026 |
Recent future growth updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 12
1548: European mRNA Expansion Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have kept their HK$17.67 price target for Genscript Biotech broadly unchanged, with only slight tweaks to the discount rate and future P/E assumptions shaping this latest narrative update. What's in the News GenScript plans to put amendments to its fourth amended and restated memorandum and articles of association to a shareholder vote at the AGM on June 5, 2026, and proposes adopting a fifth amended and restated version of these governing documents (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 24
1548: European mRNA Expansion And AI Integration Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target for Genscript Biotech to about HK$17.67 from roughly HK$18.56, citing slightly lower fair value estimates and a modestly reduced future P/E assumption, while keeping revenue growth and profit margin expectations broadly unchanged. What's in the News GenScript opened its first European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands, expanding its mRNA platform and reinforcing Europe as a core part of its integrated R&D and production network (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 10
1548: European mRNA Expansion And AI Integration Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have slightly adjusted their view on Genscript Biotech, trimming the implied fair value from about HK$18.95 to around HK$18.56 as they fine tune assumptions on revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E levels. What's in the News Genscript opened its first European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands, adding gene design, synthesis, vector engineering, IVT mRNA production, GenCap mRNA capping, UTR optimization and formulation support within a single facility (Key Developments).
New Narrative • Mar 31
Heavy Automation Costs And Legend Exposure Will Slowly Give Way To Healthier Margins
Catalysts About Genscript Biotech Genscript Biotech is a global biotech group focused on gene to protein research tools, biologics CRDMO services and industrial enzyme products. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Mar 25
1548: European mRNA Expansion Will Support Ongoing Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their HK$ price target on Genscript Biotech from about HK$22.12 to around HK$18.95, citing updated assumptions for slower revenue growth, a higher profit margin profile, and a lower future P/E multiple in their models. What's in the News GenScript opened its first European mRNA production site in Delft, the Netherlands, expanding its global mRNA platform with end to end capabilities that include gene design, vector engineering, IVT mRNA production, GenCap mRNA capping technology, UTR optimization, and formulation support (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 10
1548: Higher Future P/E Assumptions Will Support Ongoing Upside Potential
Analysts have adjusted their HK$ price target for Genscript Biotech to reflect updated views on discount rate, long term profit margins and a higher assumed future P/E multiple. This has resulted in a modest recalibration of fair value rather than a wholesale shift in the investment case.Narrative Update • Feb 23
1548: Slightly Lower Future P/E Will Still Support Attractive Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their price target on Genscript Biotech to reflect a slightly lower assumed future P/E multiple, while keeping fair value broadly unchanged at about HK$22.12. They cite fine tuning of discount rate and margin assumptions rather than any major shift in the core outlook.Narrative Update • Feb 09
1548: Higher Discount Rate Will Still Support Attractive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Genscript Biotech from $23.52 to $22.12, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Genscript Biotech held an Analyst/Investor Day, giving the market a closer look at its business, capital plans, and the assumptions that feed into analyst models (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Nov 03
Unpleasant Surprises Could Be In Store For Genscript Biotech Corporation's (HKG:1548) Shares
With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 5.5x in the Life Sciences industry in Hong Kong, you could be...Analysis Article • Oct 10
Is Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Trading At A 44% Discount?
Key Insights Genscript Biotech's estimated fair value is HK$30.13 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Genscript...Analysis Article • Sep 18
We Think You Can Look Beyond Genscript Biotech's (HKG:1548) Lackluster Earnings
The market for Genscript Biotech Corporation's ( HKG:1548 ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings...Analysis Article • Sep 08
Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) Has A Pretty Healthy Balance Sheet
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Narrative Update • Aug 21
Global Demand Rebound Will Drive Life Sciences And CDMO Expansion
Despite a sharp decline in consensus revenue growth forecasts and a substantial jump in future P/E, analysts have raised Genscript Biotech's fair value estimate from HK$21.61 to HK$23.01. What's in the News GenScript Biotech launched a new global brand platform, "Scripting Possibilities," alongside a refreshed visual identity and expanded marketing initiatives to drive growth and strengthen global brand presence.Analysis Article • Jul 29
Genscript Biotech Corporation's (HKG:1548) 28% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Revenues
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 28% gain in the last...Analysis Article • Jul 24
At HK$18.16, Is It Time To Put Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) On Your Watch List?
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a significant share price rise...New Narrative • Jul 17
Global Demand Rebound Will Drive Life Sciences And CDMO Expansion
Expansion in global markets, technology upgrades, and industry partnerships are set to drive stronger growth, improved margins, and long-term earnings stability.Analysis Article • May 14
Does Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Apr 07
Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon With Recent 27% Price Plummet
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shares have retraced a considerable 27% in the last month, reversing a fair...Analysis Article • Feb 12
Investors Still Aren't Entirely Convinced By Genscript Biotech Corporation's (HKG:1548) Revenues Despite 27% Price Jump
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 27% after a shaky period...Analysis Article • Jan 20
Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Shares Could Be 49% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Genscript Biotech is HK$19.29 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity...Analysis Article • Nov 19
Market Still Lacking Some Conviction On Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548)
It's not a stretch to say that Genscript Biotech Corporation's ( HKG:1548 ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 2.9x...Analysis Article • Oct 01
Is Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) Using Debt In A Risky Way?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Sep 16
What Is Genscript Biotech Corporation's (HKG:1548) Share Price Doing?
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Analysis Article • Aug 02
After Leaping 44% Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Shares Are Not Flying Under The Radar
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 44% after a shaky period...Analysis Article • Jun 05
Slammed 28% Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Screens Well Here But There Might Be A Catch
Unfortunately for some shareholders, the Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) share price has dived 28% in the...Analysis Article • May 10
A Look At The Fair Value Of Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Genscript Biotech is HK$14.11 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With...Analysis Article • Apr 13
Is Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) A Risky Investment?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • Mar 13
Investors Appear Satisfied With Genscript Biotech Corporation's (HKG:1548) Prospects As Shares Rocket 29%
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced...Analysis Article • Jan 26
Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Stock's 26% Dive Might Signal An Opportunity But It Requires Some Scrutiny
Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a...Analysis Article • Nov 21
Is Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) A Risky Investment?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...Analysis Article • Aug 22
Is Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) A Risky Investment?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Apr 04
Time To Worry? Analysts Just Downgraded Their Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Outlook
The analysts covering Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) delivered a dose of negativity to shareholders today...Analysis Article • Apr 03
Analysts Have Been Trimming Their Genscript Biotech Corporation (HKG:1548) Price Target After Its Latest Report
It's been a mediocre week for Genscript Biotech Corporation ( HKG:1548 ) shareholders, with the stock dropping 10% to...Analysis Article • Apr 02
Is Genscript Biotech (HKG:1548) A Risky Investment?
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | Free Cash Flow | Cash from Op | Avg. No. Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2028 | 1,045 | 360 | 239 | 388 | 6 |
| 12/31/2027 | 931 | 219 | 134 | 133 | 7 |
| 12/31/2026 | 816 | 75 | 127 | 176 | 7 |
| 12/31/2025 | 960 | -533 | 242 | 326 | N/A |
| 9/30/2025 | 894 | -264 | 184 | 277 | N/A |
| 6/30/2025 | 828 | 5 | 126 | 228 | N/A |
| 3/31/2025 | 711 | -31 | 2 | 152 | N/A |
| 12/31/2024 | 594 | -67 | -121 | 76 | N/A |
| 6/30/2024 | 454 | 419 | -276 | -20 | N/A |
| 3/31/2024 | 507 | 421 | -410 | -153 | N/A |
| 12/31/2023 | 560 | 423 | -543 | -287 | N/A |
| 9/30/2023 | 773 | -140 | -506 | -266 | N/A |
| 6/30/2023 | 707 | -185 | -523 | -245 | N/A |
| 3/31/2023 | 667 | -206 | -431 | -183 | N/A |
| 12/31/2022 | 626 | -227 | -339 | -120 | N/A |
| 9/30/2022 | 598 | -315 | -321 | -142 | N/A |
| 6/30/2022 | 570 | -403 | -304 | -163 | N/A |
| 3/31/2022 | 530 | -381 | -289 | -150 | N/A |
| 12/31/2021 | 490 | -359 | -274 | -137 | N/A |
| 9/30/2021 | 483 | -265 | -265 | -127 | N/A |
| 6/30/2021 | 454 | -183 | -256 | -118 | N/A |
| 3/31/2021 | 422 | -194 | -268 | -134 | N/A |
| 12/31/2020 | 391 | -205 | -279 | -151 | N/A |
| 9/30/2020 | 354 | -194 | -171 | -48 | N/A |
| 6/30/2020 | 318 | -183 | -64 | 54 | N/A |
| 3/31/2020 | 296 | -140 | -103 | 12 | N/A |
| 12/31/2019 | 273 | -97 | -142 | -30 | N/A |
| 9/30/2019 | 257 | -59 | N/A | -116 | N/A |
| 6/30/2019 | 241 | -22 | N/A | -202 | N/A |
| 3/31/2019 | 236 | 0 | N/A | 53 | N/A |
| 12/31/2018 | 231 | 21 | N/A | 308 | N/A |
| 9/30/2018 | 216 | 24 | N/A | 338 | N/A |
| 6/30/2018 | 201 | 27 | N/A | 369 | N/A |
| 3/31/2018 | 177 | 26 | N/A | 195 | N/A |
| 12/31/2017 | 153 | 26 | N/A | 21 | N/A |
| 9/30/2017 | 139 | 27 | N/A | 24 | N/A |
| 6/30/2017 | 125 | 28 | N/A | 27 | N/A |
| 3/31/2017 | 120 | 27 | N/A | 30 | N/A |
| 12/31/2016 | 115 | 26 | N/A | 33 | N/A |
| 9/30/2016 | 107 | 26 | N/A | 29 | N/A |
| 6/30/2016 | 99 | 25 | N/A | 25 | N/A |
| 3/31/2016 | 93 | 21 | N/A | 22 | N/A |
| 12/31/2015 | 87 | 18 | N/A | 20 | N/A |
| 9/30/2015 | 82 | 13 | N/A | 18 | N/A |
| 6/30/2015 | 78 | 8 | N/A | 16 | N/A |
Analyst Future Growth Forecasts
Earnings vs Savings Rate: 1548 is forecast to become profitable over the next 3 years, which is considered faster growth than the savings rate (3%).
Earnings vs Market: 1548 is forecast to become profitable over the next 3 years, which is considered above average market growth.
High Growth Earnings: 1548 is expected to become profitable in the next 3 years.
Revenue vs Market: 1548's revenue (5.1% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the Hong Kong market (8.6% per year).
High Growth Revenue: 1548's revenue (5.1% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.
Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts
Future Return on Equity
Future ROE: 1548's Return on Equity is forecast to be low in 3 years time (8.3%).
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/22 11:24 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Genscript Biotech Corporation is covered by 12 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jin Zhang | China International Capital Corporation Limited |
| Zhu Chen | Citic Securities Co., Ltd. |
| Wai Chak Yuen | Daiwa Securities Co. Ltd. |