Western Securities(SZ:002673) Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-05-09 11:00Core Viewpoint - The company has reported a significant increase in its borrowing, with cumulative new loans exceeding 50% of its net assets as of April 30, 2025, indicating a potential shift in its financial leverage and operational strategy [1][2]. Financial Data Overview - As of December 31, 2024, the company's audited net assets were RMB 29.015 billion, and the loan balance was RMB 36.998 billion. By April 30, 2025, the loan balance increased to RMB 51.558 billion, with cumulative new loans amounting to RMB 14.56 billion, representing 50.18% of the previous year's net assets [1]. Breakdown of New Borrowings - Bank Loans: As of April 30, 2025, the company's subsidiary bank loan balance increased by RMB 0.1 billion compared to the end of 2024, accounting for 0.03% of the previous year's net assets, primarily due to an increase in short-term borrowings [2]. - Corporate Bonds: The balance of corporate bonds decreased compared to the end of 2024, attributed to the maturity of company bonds and short-term financing notes [2]. - Other Borrowings: The balance of other borrowings increased by RMB 15.819 billion as of April 30, 2025, which is 54.52% of the previous year's net assets, mainly due to increased funds borrowed, repurchase agreements, and the scale of income certificates [2]. Impact on Debt Servicing Ability - The new borrowings are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations and fall within the company's normal business activities. The company's financial condition remains stable, with all debts being serviced on time, indicating that the new borrowings will not adversely affect its operational status or debt servicing capability [2].