CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd. 旭 輝 控 股 ( 集 團 ) 有 限 公 司 (Incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability) ( ) 於開曼群島註冊成立的有限公司 (Stock code 股份代號: 00884) N O T I F I C A T I O N L E T T E R 通 知 信 函 Dear registered shareholders, CIFI Holdings (Group) Co. Ltd. (the "Company") – Notice of Publication of 2025 Interim Report (the "Current Corporate Communication") The Current Corporate Communication of the Company has been published in English and Chinese languages and is available on the Company's website ...

| 公司簡介 | 2 | Company Profile | | --- | --- | --- | | 公司資料 | 4 | Corporate Information | | 主要房地產項目 | 6 | Major Property Projects | | 詞彙及定義 | 9 | Glossary and Definitions | | 主席報告 | 10 | Chairman's Statement | | 管理層討論及分析 | 16 | Management Discussion and Analysis | | 權益披露 | 31 | Disclosure of Interests | | 企業管治及其他資料 | 47 | Corporate Governance and Other Information | | 簡明綜合財務報表的審閱報告 | 54 | Report on Review of Condensed | | | | Consolidated Financial Statements | | 簡明綜合損益及其他全面收益表 | 56 | Condensed Consolidated S ...

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Buy" recommendation for the real estate sector [2] Core Insights - The real estate index increased by 0.7% in the 38th week, ranking 9th among 31 primary industry sectors [9][10] - New housing demand is declining, inventory issues remain unresolved, and land finance continues to negatively impact the economy, necessitating stronger policy measures to alleviate downward pressure on the real estate fundamentals [34] Summary by Sections Industry Basic Data - Total number of stocks: 107 - Total market capitalization: 1,233.623 billion - Circulating market capitalization: 1,183.334 billion [3] Relative Index Performance - Absolute performance over 1 month: 4.7% - Absolute performance over 6 months: 12.2% - Absolute performance over 12 months: 31.4% - Relative performance over 1 month: 1.4% - Relative performance over 6 months: -3.4% - Relative performance over 12 months: -9.9% [4] Policy News - Various local governments are implementing measures to boost housing consumption and support affordable housing development, including adjustments to housing provident fund contributions and property tax policies [15][18] Sales Data - New housing transactions in 20 monitored cities increased by 32% year-on-year, with a total transaction area of 176 million square meters in the 38th week [21] - Second-hand housing transactions in 11 monitored cities increased by 71% year-on-year, with a total transaction area of 191 million square meters [25][29] Financing Data - Most bond issuances this week were by local state-owned enterprises, with the largest issuance being 1.98 billion by Jinqiao Group [30][32] Investment Strategy - Focus on companies with strong product differentiation and stable rental income from quality commercial real estate, as well as stock brokerage businesses in the existing housing market [34]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the debt restructuring process for distressed real estate companies has entered a new phase, with significant progress observed in September 2025 [1][3][9] - Several companies, including CIFI Holdings, Kaisa Group, and R&F Properties, have achieved key breakthroughs in their debt restructuring efforts, indicating a positive trend [3][4] - As of August 2025, 20 distressed real estate companies have received approval for debt restructuring, with a total debt relief scale exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan [5][6][7] Group 2 - CIFI Holdings' restructuring plan was approved on September 15, 2025, with a cash repayment ratio increased to 20% and a debt extension period shortened to 7-8 years [3][6] - Kaisa Group's restructuring plan has come into effect, resulting in an estimated debt reduction of approximately 8.6 billion USD and an average debt extension of five years [3][6] - R&F Properties is actively advancing its debt restructuring, proposing a comprehensive plan that includes cash buybacks and asset disposals [3][6] Group 3 - The debt-to-equity swap has become a preferred method for many companies, reflecting its applicability and effectiveness in the current market environment [5][6] - A diversified approach to debt restructuring has emerged, with companies employing various strategies such as cash buybacks, debt extensions, and asset disposals [6][8] - The financial sector is supporting distressed companies through various channels, including asset management institutions and public REITs, which help reduce leverage and promote transformation [8][9] Group 4 - The market is showing signs of recovery, with policies aimed at stimulating buyer interest, leading to improved operational conditions for real estate companies [9][10] - The traditional peak sales season in September is expected to accelerate the pace of project launches in core cities, potentially boosting market activity [10]

Group 1 - Country Garden's stock fell over 10% [1] - Shimao Group's stock declined by 8% [1] - CIFI Holdings and Agile Group both dropped by 7% [1] - R&F Properties and Sunac China also experienced declines [1]

Core Viewpoint - The debt restructuring process for distressed real estate companies has entered a new phase, with significant progress observed in September 2025, indicating a more organized approach to risk mitigation in the industry [1][3][9]. Group 1: Debt Restructuring Progress - Several distressed real estate companies, including CIFI Holdings, Kaisa Group, and R&F Properties, have made key advancements in their debt restructuring efforts, showcasing a trend of accelerated progress [3][4]. - CIFI Holdings' restructuring plan, involving a total of approximately 10.06 billion yuan, was approved by bondholders on September 15, 2025, with cash repayment ratios increased to 20% and asset-backed repayment ratios raised to 40 [2][3]. - Kaisa Group's restructuring plan has officially taken effect, aiming to reduce debt by approximately 8.6 billion USD, with an average extension of five years for debt repayment [3][6]. Group 2: Industry-Wide Debt Relief - As of August 2025, 20 distressed real estate companies have received approval for their debt restructuring plans, with a total debt relief scale exceeding 1.2 trillion yuan [6][7]. - The successful debt relief efforts are expected to reduce market uncertainties, stabilize buyer expectations, and promote transaction activity, ultimately contributing to long-term market stability [4][9]. Group 3: Diverse Debt Relief Strategies - The restructuring plans of various companies indicate a preference for debt-to-equity swaps, with firms like Longfor Group and Country Garden employing this method, reflecting its effectiveness in the current market environment [5][7]. - Other strategies such as cash buybacks, debt extensions, and asset disposals are also widely utilized, showcasing a diversified approach to debt relief [5][7]. Group 4: Financial Support and Market Conditions - Financial institutions are actively supporting distressed real estate companies through various channels, including asset management firms facilitating the disposal of non-performing assets [8]. - Public REITs are emerging as a crucial tool for real estate companies to reduce leverage and transition towards lighter asset operations, fostering a positive cycle of asset revitalization and reinvestment [8]. - Recent policy adjustments, such as relaxed purchase restrictions and reduced down payment ratios, are expected to stimulate buyer interest and improve the operational conditions for real estate companies [9].

Group 1 - Hong Kong property stocks experienced a significant decline on September 18, with Country Garden (02007.HK) dropping over 10% [2] - Other notable declines included Shimao Group (00813.HK) down 8%, and CIFI Holdings (00884.HK) and Agile Group (03383.HK) both falling 7% [2] - Further declines were observed in R&F Properties (02777.HK), Vanke Enterprises (02202.HK), and Sunac China (01918.HK), each decreasing by over 6% [2]

| 代码 | 名称 | 涨跌幅 ^ | 最新价 | 总市值 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 09993 | 金辉控股 | 0 -8.97% | 2.840 | 114.88亿 | | 02007 | 碧桂元 | -8.70% | 0.630 | 176.33 Z | | 00813 | 世茂集团 | -8.24% | 0.390 | 31.32亿 | | 03383 | 雅居乐集团 | -7.41% | 0.500 | 25.23 乙 | | 00884 | 旭辉控股集团 | -7.17% | 0.246 | 25.85 乙 | | 02772 | 中梁控股 | -6.90% | 0.081 | 3.54Z | | 02777 | 富力地产 | -6.76% | 0.690 | 25.89亿 | | 03377 | 远洋集团 | -6.32% | 0.163 | 18.97亿 | | 01918 | 融创中国 | -6.21% | 1.660 | 190.4 Z | | 02202 | 万科企业 | -6.13% | 5.510 | 657.38 Z | | 03301 ...

Group 1 - The Hong Kong real estate stocks continue to decline, with Country Garden down 8.7%, Jin Hui Holdings down 8%, and Zhongliang Holdings down 7% [1] - The National Bureau of Statistics reported that from January to August, national real estate development investment reached 60,309 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 12.9%, with residential investment at 46,382 billion yuan, down 11.9% [1] - The funding for real estate development enterprises decreased by 8% year-on-year, with personal mortgage loans dropping by 10.5% [1] Group 2 - Analysts indicate that the current real estate data shows a comprehensive weakening, with both development investment and personal mortgage loans declining, confirming that the market is still in a deep adjustment period [1] - Recently, several key cities have introduced favorable policies to promote the stable and healthy development of the real estate market, particularly in terms of easing purchase restrictions, with notable adjustments in Beijing, Shanghai, and Shenzhen [1]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the real estate industry, expecting the industry index to rise more than 5% over the next 3-6 months compared to the benchmark index [36]. Core Insights - The real estate sector saw a 6.0% increase in the week of September 8-12, 2025, ranking second among 31 primary industry sectors [8][10]. - New housing transactions in 20 cities increased by 5% week-on-week, while second-hand housing transactions rose by 19% [21][26]. - The report highlights effective policy measures, including increased housing purchase subsidies and optimized housing provident fund policies, aimed at stabilizing the real estate market [13][16]. Summary by Sections Industry Basic Data - The total market capitalization of the real estate sector is approximately 1,233.62 billion yuan, with a circulating market value of about 1,183.33 billion yuan [2]. Sales Performance - New housing transaction volume in 20 cities decreased by 1% year-on-year, while second-hand housing transaction volume increased by 8% year-on-year [21][22]. - The average daily transaction area for new homes was 23.7 million square meters, with total transactions reaching 166 million square meters for the week [20][21]. Policy News - Local governments, such as Shenzhen and Henan, have implemented measures to support housing consumption, including subsidies for first and second home purchases and increased loan limits for housing provident funds [13][16]. Company Dynamics - Notable companies reported varying sales figures, with CIFI Holdings achieving approximately 9.6 billion yuan in contract sales for August 2025, while China Jinmao reported 9.08 billion yuan [17][18]. - The report emphasizes the importance of companies with strong product moats and stable rental income from quality commercial real estate [28].