ALC：2024年度报告

Company Overview - American Lending Center (ALC) was established in June 2009 and is authorized by the U.S. federal and California state governments as a government-backed lending institution, holding licenses for 14 EB-5 regional centers across 49 states and Washington D.C. [12][14] - ALC's mission is to achieve sustainable success through integrity, transparency, and accountability, prioritizing investor interests [11][15]. - Over the past 16 years, ALC has financed over 100 EB-5 projects, supported thousands of foreign families in immigrating to the U.S., provided financing to approximately 30,000 small and medium-sized enterprises, and created and maintained over 140,000 full-time jobs, with an asset management scale of approximately $2.5 billion [13][14]. 2024 Annual Report Highlights - In 2024, ALC successfully passed the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) regional center audit and received high praise, obtaining 23 new I-956F approvals, ranking first in the U.S. for EB-5 project approvals [22][41]. - ALC provided investment opportunities for over 400 new EB-5 investors, with project types covering commercial real estate, agricultural technology, renewable energy, infrastructure, healthcare, and winemaking [22][51]. - The company has expanded its overseas service network and enhanced its investor support capabilities, improving communication efficiency and service coverage [22][56]. Industry Trends - The demand for EB-5 investment immigration continues to grow, with a diversification of project types and increased government regulation and scrutiny [2][37]. - The introduction of the EB-5 Reform and Integrity Act in March 2022 has marked the beginning of a new era focused on compliance and support, enhancing market transparency and optimizing application processes [32][35]. - The new law has led to a significant increase in the number of projects approved, with approximately 148 projects receiving I-956F approval by the end of 2024, including 23 from ALC [45][48]. Project Diversification and Compliance - ALC has shifted its focus towards rural projects and government infrastructure projects, responding to the increased demand for projects in designated target employment areas [51][57]. - The company emphasizes strict credit risk control and due diligence for each project, ensuring compliance with EB-5 regulations and maximizing investor security [23][41]. - ALC has maintained a 100% approval rate for I-956F applications, showcasing its efficient project submission process [24][42]. Economic Impact - EB-5 projects significantly impact the U.S. economy by creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and increasing tax revenue, while also facing challenges [2][60]. - The new regulations have improved the clarity of compliance guidelines for regional centers, enhancing investor confidence and market trust [34][41].