Zheng Quan Shi Bao·2025-09-07 00:13Core Insights - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has seen a significant increase in new stock financing, with a total of HKD 134.5 billion raised in the first eight months of the year, marking a nearly sixfold year-on-year growth [1] - A+H listing mode has accounted for 70% of the total fundraising in the first half of the year, indicating strong connectivity between the mainland and Hong Kong markets [1] - There are currently over 51 A-share companies in the queue to list in Hong Kong, reflecting a growing trend of A-share companies seeking dual listings [2] Group 1: A+H Listing Trends - 11 A-share companies have successfully completed A+H listings this year, raising over HKD 90 billion, which constitutes about 70% of the total IPO fundraising in Hong Kong [2] - The top five IPOs in Hong Kong this year are all A+H companies, with four of them raising over HKD 10 billion each [2] - Notable companies preparing for Hong Kong listings include SANY Heavy Industry, Sungrow Power Supply, and others, indicating a robust pipeline of A-share companies looking to enter the Hong Kong market [2] Group 2: Innovative Listing Methods - New listing methods such as share swap mergers and privatization are emerging, providing companies with alternative financing channels and optimizing resource allocation [3] - Zhejiang Hu-Hang-Yong plans to achieve A+H listing through a share swap merger with Zhenyang Development, while New Hope Group intends to privatize New Hope Energy and list in Hong Kong through an introduction [3] - These innovative approaches are expected to enhance companies' capital strength and risk resilience [3] Group 3: Structural Improvements in the Hong Kong Market - The enthusiasm for A+H dual financing platforms is driven by multiple factors, including support from the mainland for quality companies to list in Hong Kong and ongoing optimization of the listing process by HKEX [4] - The trend reflects a growing number of high-quality companies in the A-share market aiming for global expansion and enhanced international competitiveness [4] Group 4: Market Dynamics and Pricing - The influx of quality companies into the Hong Kong market is expected to improve the structural imbalance in the market and attract more capital [5] - As of September 5, 161 A+H stocks were listed, with only 5 showing higher H-share prices than A-shares, indicating a significant price disparity [5] - The premium for A-shares over H-shares has decreased, with some companies experiencing substantial discounts, reflecting a shift in market sentiment and the impact of a low-interest-rate environment in the mainland [5][6]