CATL(SZ:300750) Ge Long Hui A P P·2025-05-11 23:10Core Viewpoint - Ningde Times plans to globally issue approximately 118 million H-shares, with a maximum offering price of HKD 263.00 per share, aiming to raise around HKD 30.72 billion for its projects and operational needs [1][4]. Group 1: Company Overview - The company is a global leader in innovative energy technology, primarily engaged in the research, production, and sales of power and energy storage batteries [2]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company has established six R&D centers and thirteen manufacturing bases worldwide, serving clients in 64 countries and regions [2]. - The company has equipped over 17 million electric vehicles with its batteries, indicating a significant market presence [2]. Group 2: Fundraising and Investment - The cornerstone investors have agreed to subscribe for shares totaling approximately USD 2.628 billion (or about HKD 203.71 billion) at the maximum offering price [3]. - The company expects to receive net proceeds of approximately HKD 30.72 billion from the global offering, with 90% allocated to the Hungary project and 10% for working capital [4]. Group 3: Hungary Project Details - The Hungary project, located in Debrecen, will have a total land area of 1.05 million square meters, with planned capacities of 34GWh and 38GWh for the first and second phases, respectively [5]. - The total investment for the first and second phases is estimated at EUR 4.9 billion, with the first phase expected to be completed by 2025 [6]. - As of December 31, 2024, the company has invested approximately EUR 700 million in the Hungary project [5][6].