Chinese carmaker Chery Automobile has raised gross proceeds of HK$9.145 billion (around $1.2 billion) through an initial public offering (IPO) on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, under the ticker 09973; the firm started trading on the exchange on September 25.   The final offer price was at the top end of HK$30.75 of the 297.4 million H shares, with 29.74 million offer in the Hong Kong and the rest internationally, according to a document submitted to the HKEX on September 24.   Chery’s listing is the largest ...

Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile's listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange marks a significant milestone in China's automotive industry, transitioning from a "big automotive country" to a "strong automotive country" and leading the global smart mobility transformation [1][10]. Group 1: Company Overview - Chery Automobile, founded in 1997 in Wuhu, Anhui, has evolved from relying on foreign technology to establishing a strong foundation in independent research and development and global expansion [2]. - The company has built a global sales network covering over 100 countries and regions, with cumulative global sales exceeding 13 million vehicles [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Chery's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 reached 92.618 billion, 163.205 billion, and 269.897 billion RMB respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 70.7% [4]. - The net profit for the same years was 5.806 billion, 10.444 billion, and 14.334 billion RMB, with a CAGR of 57.1% [4]. Group 3: Globalization and Market Position - Chery has become the only company among the top twenty global passenger car manufacturers to achieve over 25% year-on-year growth in sales across electric vehicles, fuel vehicles, domestic, and overseas markets in 2024 [3]. - The company has transitioned from "product export" to "localized operations," establishing production facilities in Brazil and collaborating with EVMOTORS in Spain to enhance market responsiveness [3]. Group 4: Research and Development - Chery's R&D expenditure increased from 3.646 billion RMB in 2022 to 9.243 billion RMB in 2024, with a CAGR of 59.2% [6]. - The company has developed four core technology systems to support its global operations, including Kunpeng Power and Mars Architecture, and has over 14,000 R&D personnel [6]. Group 5: Product Strategy and Market Segmentation - Chery's product matrix includes five brands: Chery, Jetour, Exeed, iCAR, and Zhijie, catering to various market segments from mass-market to luxury [6][8]. - The Chery brand, with models like the Tiggo 8, leads in sales among Chinese brands in the global fuel vehicle market, while the Exeed brand ranks first in exports among high-end Chinese brands [8]. Group 6: Future Outlook - Chery plans to enhance its autonomous driving technology and smart cockpit systems, aiming to transition from a traditional automotive manufacturer to a provider of smart mobility solutions [9][10]. - The listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange is expected to facilitate Chery's access to global capital, driving innovation and collaboration within the Chinese automotive supply chain [10].

招股书显示，此次赴港上市，奇瑞计划将募集资金主要用于新技术与新车型研发、海外市场拓展及智能 制造升级。 北京商报讯（记者 蔺雨葳）9月25日，作为港股今年最大车企IPO，奇瑞汽车正式在港交所上市，开盘 涨超11%，总市值约1972亿港元。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile's listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange marks a significant milestone in China's automotive industry, transitioning from a "big automotive country" to a "strong automotive country" and leading the global smart mobility transformation [1][11]. Group 1: Company Overview - Founded in 1997 in Wuhu, Anhui, Chery Automobile has evolved from relying on foreign technology to establishing its own R&D capabilities and global presence [2]. - Chery's first self-developed engine was launched in 1999, breaking the foreign brands' monopoly in core automotive technology [2]. - The company has built a global sales network covering over 100 countries and regions, with cumulative global sales exceeding 13 million vehicles [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - Chery's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 reached 92.62 billion, 163.21 billion, and 269.90 billion RMB respectively, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 70.7% [4]. - Net profits for the same years were 5.81 billion, 10.44 billion, and 14.33 billion RMB, with a CAGR of 57.1% [5]. - In Q1 2025, Chery achieved revenues and net profits of 68.22 billion and 4.73 billion RMB, representing year-on-year growth of 24.2% and 115.1% respectively [5]. Group 3: Globalization Strategy - Chery's globalization has shifted from "product export" to "localized operations," with factories established in Brazil and a European base in collaboration with EVMOTORS [3]. - The company has eight global R&D centers, forming a "localized development + global collaboration" system to meet regional market demands [3]. Group 4: Technological Development - Chery has invested heavily in R&D, with expenditures increasing from 3.65 billion to 9.24 billion RMB from 2022 to 2024, achieving a CAGR of 59.2% [7]. - The company has developed four core technology systems: Kunpeng Power, Mars Architecture, Lion Smart Cabin, and Great Wisdom Driving, supporting its global strategy [7]. Group 5: Market Positioning - Chery's brand matrix includes five brands: Chery, Jetour, Exeed, iCAR, and Zhijie, catering to various market segments from mass-market to luxury [9]. - The Chery brand's core model, the Tiggo 8, ranked first in global sales among Chinese self-owned brands in the fuel vehicle market in 2024 [9]. - The Exeed brand's main model, the Star Era ET, ranked first in export volume among high-end self-owned brands in China [9]. Group 6: Future Outlook - Chery plans to enhance its R&D in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and smart cockpit technologies, aiming to improve user experience and vehicle functionality [10]. - The company aims to transition from an automotive manufacturer to a provider of smart mobility solutions, establishing a comprehensive ecosystem that integrates technology, products, and scenarios [10][11].

以2024年的全球乘用车销量计算，奇瑞汽车是中国第二大自主品牌乘用车企业和全球第十一大乘用车企 业。 凤凰网科技讯 9月25日，奇瑞汽车宣布港股上市，股票代码9973.HK。根据其9月24日晚间在港交所公告 称，最终发售价为每股30.75港元，募资规模达91.4亿港元（约合人民币83.8亿元），将成为年内港股市 场规模最大的汽车企业IPO。 从招股书数据来看，奇瑞汽车2022年、2023年、2024年及2025年第一季度营收分别为 926.18亿元、 1632.05亿元、2698.97亿元、682.23亿元；净利润分别为58.06亿元、104.44亿元、143.34亿元、47.26亿 元。 ...

Market Overview - A-shares experienced a volatile decline on September 25, with the three major indices falling. The Shanghai Composite Index decreased by 0.05% to 3851.71, the Shenzhen Component fell by 0.34% to 13310.88, and the ChiNext Index dropped by 0.61% to 3166.26 [1][13] - The Hong Kong market saw a slight increase, with the Hang Seng Index rising by 0.08% to 26539.81 and the Hang Seng Tech Index up by 0.14% to 6332.04 [2][3] Sector Performance - The non-ferrous metals sector saw a rally, particularly in copper, which led the gains. Notable stocks included North Copper and Jingyi Co., both hitting the daily limit [11][20] - The CRO (Contract Research Organization) sector rebounded, with stocks like Jiuzhou Pharmaceutical hitting the daily limit and others like Zhaoyan New Drug and Aopu Mai also seeing significant gains [6][7] - The gaming sector was active, with Ice Age Network rising over 7%, and other companies like Perfect World and Electric Soul Network also experiencing gains [10] IPO Activity - Chery Automobile's IPO debuted with a rise of over 10%, marking a significant event in the Hong Kong market [17][16] Commodity Market - Domestic commodity futures mostly rose, with copper and the shipping index leading with increases of over 2%. Other commodities like glass, soybean meal, and fuel oil also saw gains exceeding 1% [5][18] - The bond market experienced a decline, with the 30-year treasury futures contract dropping by 0.34% [4][3] Financing Data - As of September 24, the financing balance on the Shanghai Stock Exchange was reported at 12235.48 billion, an increase of 69.74 billion from the previous trading day. The Shenzhen Stock Exchange's financing balance was 11828.24 billion, up by 71.47 billion, bringing the total to 24063.72 billion, an increase of 141.21 billion [5]

Group 1 - Chery Automobile (9973.HK) has officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking a significant step in its internationalization journey [1][5] - The company is headquartered in Wuhu, China, and offers a diverse range of passenger vehicles, including both fuel and new energy vehicles, to meet the evolving demands of domestic and international markets [6][8] - According to Frost & Sullivan, Chery is the second largest independent passenger vehicle brand in China and the eleventh largest globally based on projected sales in 2024 [6] Group 2 - Chery is the only company among the top twenty global passenger vehicle manufacturers to achieve over 25% growth in sales for both new energy and fuel vehicles, as well as in domestic and overseas markets compared to 2023 [8][27] - The company has exported vehicles to over 100 countries and regions, with cumulative global sales exceeding 13 million units [26] - In 2024, Chery's passenger vehicle sales in China are expected to grow by 56% compared to 2023, while new energy vehicle sales are projected to increase by 277.3% [27] Group 3 - Chery has maintained its position as the top exporter of passenger vehicles among Chinese independent brands for 22 consecutive years since 2003 [28] - The company has a diverse brand matrix, including Chery, Jetour, and iCAR, targeting various consumer segments from family users to tech-savvy younger generations [30][31] - Chery's competitive advantages include strong R&D capabilities, a global market presence, and a collaborative innovation ecosystem [33] Group 4 - Financial data indicates that Chery's revenue is projected to grow from RMB 92.618 billion in 2023 to RMB 163.205 billion in 2024 [37] - The gross profit is expected to increase from RMB 26.090 billion in 2023 to RMB 36.308 billion in 2024 [39]

恒指涨0.07%，恒生科技指数跌0.13%。奇瑞汽车涨超11%。有色铜板块走强，洛阳钼业、江西铜业股份 涨超8%。 ...

据悉， 此次赴港上市，奇瑞计划将募集资金主要用于新技术与新车型研发、海外市场拓展及智能制造 升级。 9月25日，作为港股今年最大车企IPO，奇瑞汽车正式在港交所上市，开盘涨超11%，总市值1972亿港 元。 ...

Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile has successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking a significant step in its internationalization journey and opening a new chapter for the company [1] Company Overview - Chery Automobile designs, develops, manufactures, and sells a diverse and expanding range of passenger vehicles, including both fuel and new energy vehicles, under five brands: Chery, Jetour, Exeed, iCAR, and Zhijie [1] - According to Frost & Sullivan, Chery is the second-largest domestic passenger car company in China and the eleventh-largest globally based on projected sales for 2024 [1] Sales Growth - The company is expected to achieve a 49.4% year-on-year growth in passenger vehicle sales in 2024, leading the growth rate among the top 20 global passenger car companies [1] Market Position - Chery has achieved several notable milestones this year, including being the top exporter of Chinese automobiles, holding the highest market share in the SUV segment, ranking first in global growth among Fortune Global 500 companies, and leading in quality among domestic brands [1] Government Support - Central government initiatives, such as subsidies for new energy vehicles, export tax rebates, and diplomatic efforts (e.g., the Belt and Road Initiative), have facilitated Chery's accelerated overseas expansion [1] Historical Performance - Since 2003, Chery has maintained its position as the top exporter of Chinese passenger vehicles for 22 consecutive years, highlighting its sustained global competitive advantage [1] IPO Details - The IPO attracted 13 cornerstone investors, including well-known institutions, upstream and downstream enterprises, and local governments, with total subscriptions amounting to $587 million (approximately HKD 4.573 billion) [2] - Notable investors include state-owned fund Jingquan Shanrui, Hillhouse Capital, and various A-share companies participating through their subsidiaries [2] Future Plans - The funds raised from the IPO will be directed towards research and development, electric vehicle upgrades, and overseas expansion, indicating the company's ambition to penetrate the global market [1]