AYIS(SH:600569) Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-09-03 05:49Core Viewpoint - Anyang Steel's major asset restructuring plan was abruptly terminated due to historical issues related to the land and property rights of its subsidiary, resulting in a shift from expansion to a cash sale of stakes in two subsidiaries to its controlling shareholder, Anyang Steel Group [2][6][7]. Group 1: Restructuring Plan and Changes - Initially, Anyang Steel aimed to extend upstream through a significant asset restructuring, which was approved by the board on December 12, 2024 [3]. - The restructuring plan involved swapping stakes in its subsidiaries, Yongtong Company and Yuhe Company, for shares in Maoyang Mining Company, with the intention of enhancing raw material security and cost control [3][4]. - However, the plan was halted due to the discovery of historical issues during the audit process, leading to a change in strategy [6][9]. Group 2: New Strategy and Financial Implications - The company opted to sell 78.14% of Yongtong Company and 100% of Yuhe Company to Anyang Steel Group for cash, which is expected to improve liquidity and optimize the asset structure [7][8]. - This sale is anticipated to provide a significant cash inflow, which is crucial for Anyang Steel's ongoing transformation towards high-end, intelligent, and green production [7][8]. - The financial performance of the subsidiaries being sold has been unstable, with Yongtong Company reporting a net loss of 1.09 billion in 2024 and Yuhe Company also showing losses [8]. Group 3: Financial Health of Controlling Shareholder - Anyang Steel Group's financial status raises concerns, with total assets of 583 billion and liabilities of 466.28 billion, resulting in a debt ratio of approximately 79.98% [8]. - Despite achieving a net profit of 1.20 billion in the first half of 2025, the group reported a loss of 32.04 billion for the entire year of 2024, raising questions about its ability to finance the acquisition [8][9].