SICC CO.(SH:688234) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-08-10 22:40Core Viewpoint - Tianyue Advanced (02631) is set to launch an IPO from August 11 to August 14, 2025, aiming to issue 47.75 million H-shares, with a maximum offer price of HKD 42.80 per share, and is positioned as a leading player in the silicon carbide substrate manufacturing industry [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - The company specializes in the semiconductor materials industry, particularly in the research and industrialization of silicon carbide substrates, and ranks among the top three global manufacturers with a market share of 16.7% based on sales revenue in 2024 [1]. - The company has shown strong revenue growth, with revenue increasing from RMB 417 million in 2022 to RMB 1.251 billion in 2023, representing a 199.9% increase, and further rising by 41.4% to RMB 1.768 billion in 2024 [2]. Group 2: Financial Performance - The company reported losses of RMB 176 million in 2022 and RMB 45.7 million in 2023, but turned a profit of RMB 179 million in 2024, with profits of RMB 46.1 million and RMB 8.5 million for the three months ending March 31 in 2024 and 2025, respectively [2]. - The estimated net proceeds from the global offering, assuming the maximum offer price, are approximately HKD 1.938 billion, which will be allocated primarily for capacity expansion, R&D enhancement, and general corporate purposes [3]. Group 3: Use of Proceeds - Approximately 70% (HKD 1.357 billion) of the net proceeds is expected to be used for expanding the company's capacity for 8-inch and larger silicon carbide substrates [3]. - About 20% (HKD 388 million) is planned for strengthening R&D capabilities to maintain innovation leadership, while 10% (HKD 194 million) will support working capital and other general corporate needs [3].