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Hong Kong Innovative Drug Stocks Rally; Everest Medicines Jumps Nearly 80%

Published: 20 August 2026 at 09:32Updated: 20 August 2026 at 09:42By 24TopNews Editorial Desk

Hong Kong-listed innovative drug concept stocks moved higher collectively during trading on August 20, 2026. Everest Medicines saw its share price surge sharply in early trading, with gains approaching 80%. GenScript Biotech rose more than 15%, CSPC Pharmaceutical gained over 13%, and XtalPi Holdings advanced nearly 10%. The notable performance of these stocks on the day drove the overall activity of the related sector.