How do we solve the challenge of data interoperability in e-mobility? A collaboration between: Contents Preface E-mobility is about so much more than the technological switch from combustion engines to electric vehicles (EVs). It is about connecting the worlds of transport, energy and the built environment. It's about the future value — personal, environmental and commercial — that innovation and interconnectedness across the e-mobility ecosystem can deliver. That future state depends on data interoperabili ...

Global IPO Market Overview - Global IPO activity declined by 15% in H1 2024, with 532 companies raising $51.7 billion, a 17% decrease in proceeds compared to the same period last year [3] - The US and India performed relatively better, with the New York Stock Exchange leading in proceeds at $10.8 billion, followed by Nasdaq at $7.1 billion [5] - Only one Chinese company made it to the global top 10 IPOs in H1 2024 [8] China A-Share IPO Market - A-share IPO activity contracted significantly, with only 44 companies raising RMB 32.9 billion, representing a 75% and 84% YoY decline in number and proceeds respectively [14] - The average IPO size dropped to RMB 748 million, down 38% YoY, with no IPOs exceeding RMB 5 billion [16] - STAR Market IPOs hit a record low, with only 7 listings, while ChiNext and Shanghai Main Board led in IPO count and proceeds respectively [17] - Specialized and sophisticated SMEs accounted for 48% of A-share IPOs, up from previous years [21] - The top 10 A-share IPOs raised RMB 16.6 billion, dominated by technology companies [25] - Industrial, technology, and materials sectors accounted for 89% of IPO count and 88% of proceeds [26] - Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta regions dominated A-share IPOs, contributing 70% of total listings [28] Hong Kong IPO Market - Hong Kong saw 28 IPOs raising HK$12.1 billion in H1 2024, down 3% and 32% YoY in count and proceeds respectively [34] - Average IPO size reached a historical low of HK$431 million, with only one IPO exceeding HK$2 billion [36] - Mainland Chinese companies dominated, accounting for 89% of IPO count and 95% of proceeds [39] - IPO first-day performance improved, with only 25% of IPOs breaking issue price, the lowest in five years [40] - The top 10 Hong Kong IPOs raised HK$8.73 billion, down 33% YoY, with technology companies leading [46] - Technology sector dominated Hong Kong IPOs, raising HK$4.975 billion, followed by retail and consumer goods at HK$2.847 billion [49] US IPO Market for Chinese Companies - 24 Chinese companies listed in the US in H1 2024, raising $2.235 billion, up 26% and 274% YoY in count and proceeds respectively [51] - Two large IPOs significantly boosted the total proceeds [51] - 25 Chinese companies are currently in the US IPO filing process, with 53 having completed filings but not yet listed [53] Market Outlook - A-share IPO market is expected to gradually recover but remain tight, with a focus on high-quality technology companies [56] - Hong Kong IPO market shows signs of recovery, with favorable factors accumulating and a potential turning point [58] - More mainland industry leaders are expected to list in Hong Kong, with traditional and high-growth companies in the pipeline [58]