HCNC(SZ:300161) Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-05-13 12:48Core Viewpoint - Huazhong CNC (300161.SZ) has undergone significant changes in its private placement plan, with the major shareholder, Zhuoer Zhizao, opting out of the subscription, raising market concerns about the implications of this decision [2][3]. Group 1: Changes in Private Placement - The latest revision of the private placement plan indicates that Zhuoer Zhizao will no longer participate in the subscription, which deviates from previous versions where the major shareholder was expected to contribute significantly [2][3]. - The company claims that the withdrawal is primarily to mitigate risks associated with its overseas business potentially being sanctioned, but it also reflects the need to expedite the placement process and the financial strain on Zhuoer Zhizao [2][7]. Group 2: Financial Context and Performance - In March 2023, Huazhong CNC announced a plan to raise up to 1 billion yuan, with Zhuoer Zhizao expected to subscribe for at least 30% of the total shares issued [3]. - The company’s stock price had surged over 300% from 15.64 yuan in 2022 to a peak of 61.92 yuan in 2023, but has since faced a significant decline due to changing market conditions and a projected net profit loss of 304.37% in 2024 [5][6][10]. - The company’s revenue for 2024 is projected at 1.782 billion yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 15.71%, with its robotics segment experiencing a 36.39% decline in revenue [10][13]. Group 3: Shareholder Financial Strain - Zhuoer Zhizao's financial situation appears strained, with high debt levels and significant equity pledges across its listed companies, including a 79.36% debt ratio for Zhuoer Zhilian [7][8]. - The major shareholder's withdrawal from the private placement may also be influenced by the need to reduce regulatory scrutiny and expedite the placement process [7].