Core Points - The recent development in the Kangde Xin case involves a lawsuit filed by Zhejiang Zhongtai Chuangying Asset Management Co., Ltd. against Kangde Xin Composite Materials Group Co., Ltd. for securities false statement liability, with the case now being handled by the Suzhou Intermediate People's Court [2][3] - The lawsuit claims that Kangde Xin caused an investment loss of 5.147 billion yuan and additional costs, with a total claim amounting to 5.149 billion yuan [3] - The case stems from Kangde Xin's long-term financial fraud, which included fabricating sales and inflating profits, leading to a cumulative profit inflation of 11.53 billion yuan from 2015 to 2018 [3][4] Company Impact - Beijing Bank stated that the lawsuit will not have a substantial impact on its current or future profits, as it is not the primary responsible party among the 11 defendants [3][4] - The case has seen a change in jurisdiction from Nanjing Intermediate People's Court to Suzhou Intermediate People's Court, which may expedite the trial process due to the court's familiarity with the case [6] Regulatory Context - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) had previously imposed administrative penalties on Kangde Xin in 2021, and Beijing Bank faced warnings and a six-month suspension from underwriting debt financing tools due to its involvement in the fraud [4][5] - Legal experts indicate that the administrative findings from the CSRC may serve as important evidence in the civil lawsuit, although the standards for administrative and civil liability differ [5]
康得新百亿财务造假案再起波澜 北京银行涉虚假陈述责任纠纷