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Viva Biotech Holdings (HK:1873)
:1873
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Viva Biotech Holdings (1873) Price & Analysis

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1873 Stock Chart & Stats

HK$1.76
-HK$0.01(-1.20%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
HK$1.76
-HK$0.01(-1.20%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Diversified CRO + Venture ModelThe core fee-for-service CRO model generates recurring, contract-driven project revenue and predictable client workstreams, while the venture/incubation platform provides optionality and potential non-linear upside from successful program monetizations, diversifying cash sources and strategic partnerships over the medium term.
Stable Margins And Return To ProfitConsistent gross margins in the mid-30s and low-teens operating margins, combined with a return to net profitability in 2024–2025, indicate the business can convert revenue into earnings at the operating level, supporting durable earnings power provided top-line erosion is arrested and cost structure remains controlled.
Improving Leverage And Balance-sheet FlexibilityMaterial reduction in leverage and a stronger equity base improve financial flexibility, reduce refinancing and interest-rate risk, and give management capacity to fund selective R&D, infrastructure or venture investments without immediate reliance on external financing, enhancing resilience across cycles.
Bears Say
Prolonged Revenue DeclineSustained top-line contraction limits the durability of the recent profitability rebound because shrinking revenue reduces headroom for operating leverage, curtails reinvestment capacity, and increases sensitivity to client loss or pricing pressure, making earnings sustainability contingent on reversing the revenue trend.
Weakening Cash-flow MomentumA sharp ~59% drop in free cash flow and weaker operating cash flow in 2025 reduce internal funds available for R&D, capacity expansion, or venture investments, increasing dependence on external capital and tightening the margin for error if top-line pressure persists or working-capital needs rise.
Profitability VolatilityHistoric swings from losses to profits show earnings are cyclical and sensitive to demand and project timing; the balance sheet's current comfort depends on continued profitability, so any reversal could quickly strain credit metrics, capital allocation plans, and ability to sustain venture investments.

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1873 FAQ

What was Viva Biotech Holdings’s price range in the past 12 months?
Viva Biotech Holdings lowest stock price was HK$1.04 and its highest was HK$3.27 in the past 12 months.
    What is Viva Biotech Holdings’s market cap?
    Viva Biotech Holdings’s market cap is HK$2.70B.
      When is Viva Biotech Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Viva Biotech Holdings’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 31, 2026 which is in 26 days.
        How were Viva Biotech Holdings’s earnings last quarter?
        Viva Biotech Holdings released its earnings results on Mar 30, 2026. The company reported HK$0.051 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by HK$0.051.
          Is Viva Biotech Holdings overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Viva Biotech Holdings’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Viva Biotech Holdings pay dividends?
            Viva Biotech Holdings pays a Notavailable dividend of HK$0.01 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Viva Biotech Holdings dividends here
              What is Viva Biotech Holdings’s EPS estimate?
              Viva Biotech Holdings’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Viva Biotech Holdings have?
              Viva Biotech Holdings has 2,093,553,500 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Viva Biotech Holdings’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Viva Biotech Holdings reported an EPS of HK$0.051 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -4.785%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Viva Biotech Holdings?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HK:1873
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Viva Biotech Holdings Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    177.01%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    6.87%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Viva Biotech Holdings

                    Viva Biotech Holdings, founded in 2008 and based in Shanghai, China, operates as an investment holding company primarily dedicated to providing comprehensive, structure-based drug discovery services to biotechnology and pharmaceutical clients worldwide. Its extensive discovery biology offerings encompass protein expression and purification, structural biology, hit identification, bioassay development, biomolecular interaction analysis, and pharmacokinetic studies. The company also delivers a suite of chemistry services, including medicinal and synthetic chemistry, analytical services, preparative purification, and computer-aided drug design, all supported by robust chemical technology platforms. Viva Biotech further specializes in antibody drug research and development, covering antigen preparation, multi-species antibody discovery, monoclonal antibody production, functional screening and characterization, antibody engineering, and cell line engineering. This work is facilitated by cutting-edge technological platforms such as hybridoma, phage and yeast display, mammalian display, VHH antibody technology, high-throughput sequencing, computer-aided drug design, HDX-MS, protein crystal structure determination, and SPR technology. Beyond its core service offerings, Viva Biotech provides various biological resources, including cell lines, crystal structures, GPCR proteins, antibodies, and other purified proteins. The company also offers contract development and manufacturing (CDMO) services for small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and their intermediates. Furthermore, it engages in the trading of APIs, intermediates, and formulations, and operates under an "equity for service" model. Additional services include general research, laboratory facility rentals, project management and bidding assistance, and the sale of chemical compounds.

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