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9688 Stock Chart & Stats
HK$18.27
-HK$0.02(-0.10%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$18.27
-HK$0.02(-0.10%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week RangeHK$12.31 - HK$27.28
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.30M
Average Volume (3M)10.12M
Market Cap
HK$23.17B
Enterprise ValueHK$12.52K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)HK$617.52M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)HK$254.58M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.99
Next Earnings
Nov 10, 2026EPS Estimate
-0.43Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.17
Shares Outstanding1,137,828,000
10 Day Avg. Volume10,854,931
30 Day Avg. Volume10,116,373
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.28
Price to Book (P/B)2.68
Price to Sales (P/S)4.17
P/FCF Ratio-12.07
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
HK$24.66Price Target Upside34.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering5
EPS Forecast (FY)-1.74
Revenue Forecast (FY)HK$3.36B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Solid Gross MarginA gross margin near 58% indicates attractive product-level economics and provides a base for operating leverage if marketed products gain scale. This supports the commercial model, although operating costs currently absorb the benefit.
Moderate LeverageModerate leverage and a substantial equity base provide financial flexibility relative to a highly indebted biotech. This can help fund clinical development and commercialization while reducing near-term balance-sheet pressure.
Improving Cash BurnAlthough Zai Lab remains cash-consuming, the reduction in free cash flow losses suggests progress toward better operating discipline. Sustained improvement could extend funding capacity and gradually reduce reliance on additional financing.
Bears Say
Sharp Revenue ContractionThe severe TTM revenue contraction weakens operating scale and makes the commercial trajectory less predictable. Persistent volatility could delay fixed-cost absorption, reduce investment efficiency, and undermine confidence in the marketed portfolio.
Persistent LossesLarge net losses and negative returns on equity show that the current portfolio and cost base have not yet produced sustainable profitability. Continued losses may constrain internal reinvestment and require ongoing balance-sheet support.
Negative Operating Cash FlowNegative operating and free cash flow means the business is not yet self-funding its operations, development programs, and commercialization effort. If cash generation does not improve, future growth may depend on financing or partnership proceeds.
Zai Lab Ltd News
9688 FAQ
What was Zai Lab Ltd’s price range in the past 12 months?
Zai Lab Ltd lowest stock price was HK$12.31 and its highest was HK$27.28 in the past 12 months.
What is Zai Lab Ltd’s market cap?
Zai Lab Ltd’s market cap is HK$23.17B.
When is Zai Lab Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date?
Zai Lab Ltd’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 10, 2026 which is in 74 days.
How were Zai Lab Ltd’s earnings last quarter?
Zai Lab Ltd released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported -HK$0.392 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of -HK$0.545 by HK$0.153.
Is Zai Lab Ltd overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Zai Lab Ltd’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Zai Lab Ltd pay dividends?
Zai Lab Ltd does not currently pay dividends.
What is Zai Lab Ltd’s EPS estimate?
Zai Lab Ltd’s EPS estimate is -0.43.
How many shares outstanding does Zai Lab Ltd have?
Zai Lab Ltd has 1,137,828,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Zai Lab Ltd’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Zai Lab Ltd reported an EPS of -HK$0.392 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of -HK$0.545. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.763%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Zai Lab Ltd?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:9688
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Zai Lab Ltd Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
HK$24.66 (34.98% Upside)
HK$24.66 (34.98% Upside)
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
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Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-5.20%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Zai Lab Ltd
Zai Lab Limited, established in 2013 and based in Shanghai, China, is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing and bringing to market innovative medical treatments. Its core focus spans oncology, autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, and neurological conditions, primarily serving patients in Mainland China and Hong Kong. The company's portfolio of commercialized products includes Zejula, an oral, once-daily poly polymerase 1/2 inhibitor; Optune, a non-invasive device employing tumor treating fields; NUZYRA for addressing acute bacterial skin and skin structure infections and community-acquired bacterial pneumonia; and Qinlock, indicated for gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Zai Lab also maintains a robust pipeline of investigational therapies. This pipeline features numerous oncology assets such as Odronextamab for various lymphomas, Repotrectinib—a tyrosine kinase inhibitor targeting ROS1 and TRK fusions, Margetuximab for breast and gastroesophageal cancers, Adagrasib for KRAS-G12C-mutated solid tumors, and Bemarituzumab for gastric and gastroesophageal junction cancers. Other notable pipeline candidates include CLN-081 for specific non-small cell lung cancers, multi-targeted kinase inhibitors like Elzovantinib, several monoclonal antibodies (e.g., Tebotelimab, Retifanlimab, ZL-1201), and immune modulators such as Efgartigimod for reducing disease-causing IgG antibodies and ZL-1102 targeting IL-17A. Additionally, the company is advancing therapies like KarXT for psychiatric and neurological disorders, novel EGFR inhibitors (ZL-2313, ZL-2314), a CDC7 kinase inhibitor (ZL-2309), and Sulbactam/durlobactam for serious Acinetobacter infections, showcasing its commitment to a broad range of therapeutic innovations.
9688 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
HK$24.66
▲(34.98% Upside)
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