Core Viewpoint - Nanjing Estun Automation Co., Ltd. (Estun) has submitted an application for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to raise funds for global production capacity expansion, strategic alliances, R&D projects, and debt repayment [1][4]. Company Overview - Estun was established in February 2002 and was listed on the A-share market in March 2015 with an IPO price of 6.8 yuan per share, raising approximately 200 million yuan [1][3]. - The company primarily focuses on the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of industrial robots and automation core components, serving various industries including automotive, lithium battery, photovoltaic, electronics, and metal processing [7]. Financial Performance - Estun's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 was approximately 38.81 billion yuan, 46.52 billion yuan, and 40.09 billion yuan, respectively, indicating a decline in 2024 [8]. - The gross profit for the same years was about 12.76 billion yuan, 14.55 billion yuan, and 11.34 billion yuan, with a significant net loss of approximately 8.18 billion yuan in 2024, contrasting with net profits of 1.84 billion yuan and 1.34 billion yuan in 2022 and 2023 [9][8]. - The company recorded a total financial liability of approximately 72.6 billion yuan by the end of 2024, with short-term borrowings around 18.4 billion yuan [10][11]. Shareholder Structure - The major shareholder, Nanjing Paili Technology Co., Ltd., holds approximately 29.4% of Estun's shares, with the controlling family (Wu Bo and family) collectively exercising about 42.15% of the voting rights [6][7]. Future Plans - The funds raised from the Hong Kong listing will be allocated to expanding global production capacity, seeking strategic alliances, investing in R&D, enhancing global service capabilities, and repaying existing loans [4].
埃斯顿报考港交所上市:2024年巨额亏损,债务压力大,欲募资还贷