
Core Viewpoint - Yonyou Network, the largest enterprise software and service provider in China by 2024 revenue, has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, while facing significant competition and declining financial performance [2][3][10]. Company Background - Yonyou Network was established in 1988 and launched its first ERP product in 1998, listing on the Shanghai Stock Exchange in 2001. The company has expanded internationally since 2003, with 12 overseas branches and over 1,300 clients across more than 40 countries [3][4]. - The company offers a comprehensive range of enterprise software and intelligent services, including cloud services and software products, to support digital transformation for various business sizes [3][4]. Financial Performance - Yonyou Network's market capitalization is approximately 438 billion RMB, with a year-to-date increase of 19.57%. In contrast, its competitor Kingdee International has a market cap of about 477 billion RMB and a year-to-date increase of 72.57% [2]. - In 2024, Yonyou's revenue decreased by 6.62% to 8.817 billion RMB, while Kingdee's revenue increased by 10.15% to 6.256 billion RMB [11]. - Yonyou's gross margin fell from 55.03% in 2022 to 46.01% in 2024, while Kingdee's gross margin improved to 65.07% [10][11]. Competitive Landscape - Yonyou faces intense competition from international giants like SAP and Oracle in the high-end ERP market, as well as from major tech companies like Alibaba, Tencent, and ByteDance, which leverage their technological advantages and ecosystems [6][7]. - Kingdee International, while primarily targeting small and medium-sized enterprises, has made inroads into the large enterprise market, posing a direct challenge to Yonyou [8][10]. Future Plans - Yonyou plans to raise funds through its Hong Kong listing to attract top clients, enhance product maturity, invest in R&D, and cover operational costs [13][14]. - The company aims to leverage market opportunities, innovate with AI-driven products, and strengthen its ecosystem collaboration to improve its financial performance [13][14].