亚星化学“增收不增利” 计划发债募资纾困

Core Viewpoint - The company, Yaxing Chemical, plans to raise up to 220 million yuan through a private bond issuance to optimize its debt structure and alleviate financial pressure, despite facing significant losses in net profit and a rising debt ratio [2][4][7]. Financial Performance - In 2024, Yaxing Chemical reported operating revenue of 910 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 10.37%, but the net profit was a loss of 97.03 million yuan, a decline of 1624.63% [7]. - The company's non-recurring net profit was -156 million yuan, down 39.53% year-on-year [7]. - As of the end of Q1 2025, the company's debt ratio reached 80.50%, up from 76.87% at the end of 2024 [4][8]. Debt Management - The bond issuance has a face value of 100 yuan per bond, with a maximum issuance scale of 220 million yuan and a term of no more than 7 years [4]. - The funds raised will primarily be used to repay interest-bearing debts and for other compliant purposes, aiming to optimize the debt structure and reduce financial costs [4][6]. - Yaxing Chemical's total liabilities were reported at 1.832 billion yuan, with current liabilities at 1.565 billion yuan, while cash on hand was only 163 million yuan [4]. Industry Context - Yaxing Chemical is a state-controlled company listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange, primarily engaged in the production and sale of chemical products such as chlorinated polyethylene (CPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), and caustic soda [3]. - The company has faced challenges due to intensified industry competition and weak downstream demand, leading to low sales prices for its main products [7][8]. Operational Challenges - The company's liquidity ratio has been declining, with figures of 0.30, 0.26, and 0.28 from 2022 to 2024, indicating a potential struggle in meeting short-term obligations [5][6]. - Financial expenses increased by 68.80% year-on-year to 75 million yuan in 2024, further straining the company's financial position [6].