2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-07-16 09:47Core Insights - The rise and fall of the "Dongxu System" serves as a cautionary tale in the history of China's capital markets, marked by financial fraud and debt crises that led to significant regulatory penalties and the eventual collapse of its companies [1][14]. Company Overview - The "Dongxu System" was founded by Li Zhaoting in 1997, initially focusing on CRT glass manufacturing before transitioning to LCD glass substrates, benefiting from government support [3][4]. - Dongxu Group became a leading player in the LCD glass substrate industry, with its subsidiary Dongxu Optoelectronics (000413.SZ) going public in 2011 and reaching a market capitalization exceeding 100 billion yuan [3][4][5]. Financial Misconduct - A systematic financial fraud case from 2015 to 2019 involved inflating revenues by 645.85 billion yuan and profits by 207.83 billion yuan, leading to a record fine of 16.6 billion yuan from the Hebei Securities Regulatory Bureau [1][12][13]. - Dongxu Group's financial health deteriorated significantly, with cumulative losses of 520.27 billion yuan from 2019 to 2023, and a debt-to-asset ratio of approximately 84.86% as of June 2024 [8][10]. Regulatory Actions - The group faced multiple regulatory penalties, including investigations for information disclosure violations and non-compliance with financial reporting [11][12][13]. - Dongxu Optoelectronics was delisted from the stock market after its share price fell below 1 yuan for 20 consecutive trading days, while Dongxu Lantian was also delisted in April 2025 [11][12]. Asset Recovery Potential - Despite the collapse, there are indications that some of Dongxu Group's optical assets may still hold value, with local state-owned enterprises assessing the disposal value of related assets [2][15]. - The glass substrate industry remains critical, with significant demand in China and a low domestic production rate for high-generation lines, suggesting potential for future growth and recovery [16][17]. Project Developments - Dongxu Group has initiated several projects in various regions, including a significant investment in the Qingdao Optoelectronic Industry Park, which aims to enhance domestic production capabilities for display materials [18][20]. - However, some projects have faced delays or have stalled, indicating ongoing challenges in funding and operational capacity [21][22].