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美国威胁中概股退市,香港已做好准备
Feng Huang Wang·2025-04-22 10:58

Core Viewpoint - The potential delisting of Chinese companies from U.S. exchanges poses risks not only to the companies and American investors but also to the overall credibility of the U.S. capital markets [1][12]. Group 1: U.S. Regulatory Environment - The Foreign Company Accountability Act (HFCAA) was enacted to impose additional disclosure requirements on foreign companies listed in the U.S., primarily targeting Chinese firms [4][6]. - The PCAOB has identified numerous Chinese companies facing audit obstacles, which could lead to their delisting if they fail to comply with U.S. auditing standards [3][4]. - The SEC has already placed several Chinese companies on a provisional list requiring them to prove compliance with the HFCAA, resulting in significant stock price declines [4][5]. Group 2: Impact on Chinese Companies - Delisting would severely impact Chinese companies, limiting their ability to raise capital through stock issuance and reducing their operational transparency [10][11]. - The loss of access to the U.S. capital market is a significant setback for Chinese firms, although they may seek alternative listings in markets like Hong Kong [13]. - Companies that are delisted may face challenges in pledging shares for loans and may experience a decline in their market image, affecting their long-term operations [11][12]. Group 3: Investor Implications - U.S. investors would bear the brunt of losses if Chinese companies are forced to delist, as the funds raised through stock issuance are already utilized by these companies [7][10]. - The potential for compensation under the Securities Investor Protection Act (SIPA) exists, but it may not adequately cover the losses incurred by investors [8][9]. - The volatility surrounding the delisting process could create opportunities for capital market players, but it would primarily harm retail investors who may suffer significant losses [9][12]. Group 4: Broader Market Consequences - The delisting of Chinese companies could undermine global investor confidence in U.S. capital markets, affecting not only Chinese firms but also other foreign companies considering U.S. listings [9][12]. - The HFCAA's implications extend beyond Chinese companies, potentially impacting firms from other countries, which may reconsider their strategies for entering the U.S. market [9][12].