认养一头牛：IPO折戟后股权融资，乳业“新秀”破局待考

Group 1 - The company "Renyang Yitou Niu" has shifted its financing strategy after terminating its IPO in February 2023, opting for a pledge of 100% equity in its subsidiary Hebei Kanghong Animal Husbandry for 103 million yuan to raise funds for business expansion and farm construction [1][2] - Kanghong Animal Husbandry is a core part of the company's dairy segment, established in October 2020 with a registered capital of 103 million yuan, and is recognized as one of the largest dairy farms in China with a herd size of 27,000 cows as of 2022 [1][3] - The company's IPO journey faced significant challenges, including high marketing costs and insufficient R&D investment, leading to multiple regulatory feedbacks and ultimately the withdrawal of its IPO application [2][3] Group 2 - The dairy industry is currently experiencing intense competition, with a projected 2.8% decline in raw milk production in 2024, marking the first decrease since 2018 [3] - Among 21 listed dairy companies, only 5 have achieved growth in both revenue and net profit, while 13 have seen declines in both metrics [3] - The company's previous plans for significant investments in smart farm construction and information system upgrades are now under scrutiny following the termination of its IPO, raising questions about its strategic adjustments and competitiveness in a challenging market [3]