Zheng Quan Ri Bao·2025-08-19 22:50Core Viewpoint - The new "National Nine Articles" emphasizes strict rectification of financial fraud and fund occupation, with a focus on the implementation of delisting rules to address non-operational fund occupation issues in listed companies [1][5][6]. Summary by Relevant Sections Regulatory Changes - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) issued opinions on strict enforcement of delisting systems, with the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges revising delisting rules to include fund occupation as a delisting condition [1][6]. - Since the implementation of the new delisting rules, a total of 8 companies have resolved fund occupation issues through various means, recovering over 8 billion yuan [1][6]. Company Actions - On August 18, 2023, ST Dongshi and *ST Huamei announced the completion of their fund occupation rectification, allowing their stocks and convertible bonds to resume trading [1][4]. - ST Dongshi's controlling shareholder and related parties repaid 1.954 billion yuan through investor compensation and equity transfer [1][3]. - *ST Huamei's controlling shareholder repaid 1.567 billion yuan, including 110.593 million yuan through dividend compensation and 1.556 billion yuan from the sale of all shares [1][4]. Impact of New Regulations - The new delisting rules have created a strong regulatory deterrent, compelling companies to clear large amounts of occupied funds before the deadline [5][6]. - The cases of ST Dongshi and *ST Huamei demonstrate the effectiveness of the "strict delisting for non-compliance" policy in urging controlling shareholders to repay debts [5][6]. Future Directions - The CSRC plans to enhance corporate governance rules and increase penalties for financial misconduct, aiming to improve the effectiveness of independent directors and encourage institutional investors to exercise their rights [7][8]. - Experts suggest a multi-faceted approach to prevent fund occupation, including improving corporate governance, enhancing monitoring systems, and implementing strict penalties for actual controllers [8].