

Core Viewpoint - Huatai Securities has received acceptance from the Shanghai Stock Exchange for its small public bond project amounting to 40 billion yuan, indicating a significant move in its funding strategy [1] Group 1: Project Details - The total registered issuance amount for the company bonds is capped at 40 billion yuan, with plans for phased issuance [1] - The acceptance date for the bond project is April 29, 2025, as per the Shanghai Stock Exchange's company bond project information platform [1] Group 2: Fund Allocation - Of the total funds raised, 25 billion yuan will be allocated for repaying the principal of company bonds or for replacing the repayment of company bond principal with self-owned funds [1] - The remaining 15 billion yuan will be used to supplement working capital [1]