CTCG(SH:600358) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-05-19 23:33Group 1 - ST United (国旅联合) announced a suspension of trading for restructuring, planning to acquire part or all of the shares of Jiangxi Runtian Industrial Co., Ltd. (润田实业) through a combination of stock issuance and cash payment [1][3] - ST United has been in operational difficulties, with its net profit excluding non-recurring items showing continuous losses for 21 years since 2004, including losses in the first quarter of this year [1][10] - Runtian Industrial is a leading bottled water producer in Jiangxi, with a nationwide distribution network and plans for an IPO that have been ongoing since 2007, but it has yet to achieve a successful listing [4][5] Group 2 - The market reacted positively to the restructuring announcement, with ST United's stock hitting the daily limit up before the suspension, adding uncertainty to the deal [2] - If the restructuring is successful, Runtian Industrial could achieve its long-desired goal of going public through a backdoor listing [6] - The bottled water market is highly competitive, with established brands like Yibao and Wahaha launching their premium bottled water products, posing challenges for Runtian Industrial [10][11] Group 3 - ST United has a history of poor financial performance, with its revenue increasing from 154 million yuan in 2000 to 328 million yuan in 2004, while net profit decreased from 18.94 million yuan to 3.75 million yuan during the same period [9] - The company has attempted multiple business transformations, including acquisitions in various sectors, but these efforts have not significantly improved its financial situation [10] - The potential acquisition of Runtian Industrial is seen as a way for ST United to improve its fundamentals, as Runtian is recognized for its strong profitability in the bottled water sector [10]