负债32亿美元仍叩市 面临AI冲击的百年教育巨头麦格劳希尔(MH.US)冲刺纽交所

Group 1 - McGraw Hill Inc. plans to go public in the U.S. stock market, aiming to raise up to $537 million, marking its entry into the summer IPO surge [1] - The company will issue 24.4 million shares at a price range of $19 to $22 per share, potentially valuing the company at $4.2 billion [1][2] - Platinum Equity acquired McGraw Hill for $4.7 billion in 2021 and is expected to control nearly 87% of the company post-IPO [1][2] Group 2 - For the fiscal year ending March 31, McGraw Hill reported revenues of approximately $2.1 billion and a net loss of $85.8 million, compared to $1.96 billion in revenue and a net loss of $193 million in the previous fiscal year [2] - The company has embraced digital education tools, including an AI-based math teaching program and an AI Reader, serving approximately 26 million paid digital users across K-12, higher education, and vocational training markets [2] - McGraw Hill's digital learning platforms include ALEKS, Connect, and e-Book, which offer adaptive learning and interactive course materials [2] Group 3 - Generative AI poses a potential risk to McGraw Hill's business, as it may enable competitors to produce educational materials more easily and reduce the company's pricing power and market share [3] - McGraw Hill previously submitted a confidential IPO application in 2022 and withdrew an earlier listing plan in 2018 [4] - The company aims to leverage AI technology to enhance its adaptive course platform and reduce private debt burdens through the IPO, although its high leverage and competition from generative AI create uncertainties for future growth [4]