HLSY(SZ:000622) Huan Qiu Wang·2025-06-19 04:16Core Viewpoint - *ST Hengli's delisting process has been finalized due to its failure to disclose the 2024 annual report within the statutory deadline, leading to a termination of listing decision by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange [1][4]. Group 1: Company Background - *ST Hengli was listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange in 1996 and has undergone various business transformations, including air conditioning equipment and new energy batteries, but has faced significant decline in its main business since 2018 [4]. - The company shifted towards processing and trading, experiencing continuous pressure on profitability, with revenue dropping from 346 million yuan in 2021 to 111 million yuan in 2023, and further declining to approximately 70.06 million yuan in the first three quarters of 2024 [4]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Audit Issues - To avoid delisting, *ST Hengli attempted to acquire Xinyu Lithium Thought New Energy Co., and projected a revenue increase of over 200 million yuan in the fourth quarter, with an estimated 2024 revenue of 300 to 350 million yuan, but still anticipated a net loss of 33 to 43 million yuan [4][5]. - The company initially blamed its auditing firm, Xutai Accounting Firm, for the late delivery of the audit report, claiming it hindered internal review processes, and even filed a lawsuit against the firm for 38.27 million yuan [4][5]. - However, the administrative penalty notice revealed that the auditing firm had raised revenue adjustment issues as early as April 15, and provided a draft report indicating a revenue of 196 million yuan on April 19, which would have triggered delisting criteria if disclosed [4][5]. Group 3: Regulatory Actions and Consequences - *ST Hengli did not cooperate with the audit process, failing to provide necessary financial statements and supporting documents, which led to the issuance of an audit report based on incomplete information [5]. - The company faced an administrative penalty, including a fine of 3.5 million yuan and warnings to responsible individuals with fines ranging from 1 to 1.8 million yuan [5]. - The company is currently under investigation by the China Securities Regulatory Commission for suspected false disclosures in its financial data, which could lead to more severe legal consequences if financial fraud is confirmed [6].