两部门拟统一境内企业境外上市本外币管理政策 优化募集资金管理

Core Viewpoint - The People's Bank of China and the State Administration of Foreign Exchange have issued a notice to optimize the management of funds for domestic enterprises listed abroad, aiming to enhance the convenience of cross-border financing for these companies [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Optimization - The notice consists of 26 articles aimed at standardizing foreign currency management policies and regulating the management of raised funds for domestic enterprises going public overseas [1]. - Current policies for cross-border management of RMB and foreign currency for domestic enterprises are inconsistent, necessitating further optimization [1][2]. - The existing management framework, established over ten years ago, requires updates to improve convenience in areas such as registration time requirements and fund exchange [1][2]. Group 2: Fund Management and Flexibility - The notice proposes that funds raised from overseas listings, as well as proceeds from share reductions or transfers, can be repatriated in either foreign currency or RMB, utilizing capital project settlement accounts [2]. - Companies can autonomously manage foreign exchange risks and choose their methods for foreign exchange transactions, including spot trading and hedging through banks or brokers [2][3]. - The notice aims to simplify the procedures for managing overseas listings, extending registration time limits and allowing banks to handle certain registrations directly [2]. Group 3: Fund Repatriation and Usage - Funds raised from overseas listings and proceeds from share reductions or transfers are generally required to be repatriated to China, with specific provisions for excess funds from share purchases [3]. - The notice clarifies management requirements for convertible bonds issued abroad and allows for the retention of funds for reasonable overseas business activities if prior approvals are obtained [3].