中广核完成49亿元可转债发行上市

Core Viewpoint - China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN) has successfully listed its A-share convertible bonds, known as "CGN Convertible Bonds," which is the second-largest convertible bond issuance this year, slightly smaller than the previous 5 billion yuan issuance by Yiwei Lithium Energy [1][2] Group 1: Company Overview - CGN's convertible bonds have a credit rating of AAA, with the company's main credit rating also at AAA. The initial conversion price is set at 3.67 yuan per share, and the company will redeem unconverted bonds at 106% of face value within five trading days after maturity [1] - The top ten holders of the CGN Convertible Bonds include the controlling shareholder, large investment institutions, and individual investors. The controlling shareholder, China General Nuclear Group Co., Ltd., subscribed to 3 billion yuan, accounting for 61.22% of the total issuance [1] Group 2: Project Funding and Future Plans - The funds raised from the convertible bond issuance will be used for the construction of Units 5 and 6 at the Guangdong Lufeng Nuclear Power Station, both utilizing China's self-developed third-generation nuclear technology "Hualong One," with a single unit capacity of 1,200 megawatts. These units are expected to be operational in 2027 and 2028 [2] - The internal rate of return on the project's capital is expected to reach 9%, which will enhance CGN's installed capacity and market competitiveness [2] - The Lufeng project is a key part of CGN's strategic layout during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, aligning with the national strategy for the "active, safe, and orderly development of nuclear power" [2] - Currently, nuclear power accounts for about 5% of China's electricity generation, with projections indicating an increase to 10% by 2035. The country has approved more than ten units annually for four consecutive years, indicating a normalization of nuclear project approvals [2]