双方决裂、收购终止，三只松鼠回应

Core Viewpoint - The acquisition of Hunan Ailing Snack Technology Co., Ltd. by Three Squirrels has been terminated due to fundamental disagreements on key terms, including equity valuation and operational control, leading to public disputes between the parties involved [1][4][5]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition was initially announced in October 2024, with Three Squirrels planning to invest up to 200 million RMB to acquire control or related assets of Ailing Snack [1][3]. - The acquisition was seen as a strategic move for Three Squirrels to enter the bulk snack market, generating significant market interest [1][2]. - Despite initial optimism, the acquisition process faced stagnation, leading to the termination announcement in June 2025 [3]. Group 2: Disputes and Legal Actions - Ailing Snack's founder, Tang Guangliang, publicly criticized Three Squirrels for discrepancies in equity valuation and operational control, claiming that negotiations were undermined by Three Squirrels' discussions with competitors [4][5]. - Tang has indicated that legal action has been initiated against Three Squirrels, although specific details of the lawsuit have not been disclosed [6][7]. - Three Squirrels has stated that they will leave legal matters to the courts and expressed goodwill towards Ailing Snack's future development [7]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Three Squirrels reported a strong financial performance in 2024, with revenues of 10.622 billion RMB, a year-on-year increase of 49.3%, and a net profit of 408 million RMB, up 85.5% [3]. - However, in the first quarter of 2025, the company experienced a slowdown, with a revenue increase of only 2.13% and a net profit decline of 22.46% [3]. Group 4: Strategic Implications - The termination of the acquisition directly impacts Ailing Snack's plans for rapid expansion and brand enhancement, which relied on Three Squirrels' resources and expertise [5]. - Ailing Snack had ambitious plans to expand its store count from over 1,800 to 5,000 by 2025 and over 10,000 by 2026, which may now be jeopardized [2][5].