Yowant Technology(SZ:002291) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-09-11 00:01Core Viewpoint - The company, Yao Wang Technology, has terminated two major fundraising projects totaling nearly 1.3 billion yuan after four years of progress, citing the rapid evolution of AI technology as a reason for the shift in business focus [1][2]. Fundraising and Project Termination - On September 9, Yao Wang Technology announced the termination of the "YOWANT Digital Marketing Cloud Platform Construction" and "Innovation Technology Research Institute Construction" projects, reallocating the remaining 766 million yuan to supplement working capital [1][2]. - In October 2021, the company raised 2.972 billion yuan through a private placement, with 839 million yuan allocated for working capital and loan repayment, 906 million yuan for the YOWANT project, 791 million yuan for social e-commerce ecosystem construction, and 385 million yuan for the research institute [2]. Financial Performance and Losses - From 2021 to 2024, the company reported continuous significant losses, with a total loss of 3.269 billion yuan over four and a half years [9]. - In the first half of 2025, the company experienced a revenue decline of 36.32% year-on-year, with a net loss of 253 million yuan, marking a 15.60% increase in losses compared to the previous year [8]. Project Investment Details - As of August 31, 2025, the YOWANT project had received a cumulative investment of 418 million yuan, while the research institute project had received 127 million yuan, primarily for infrastructure and equipment [5][8]. - The company indicated that the original hardware and software plans for the terminated projects became obsolete due to advancements in AI algorithms and computing architecture [3][5]. Business Transformation Challenges - Yao Wang Technology, originally a traditional women's shoe company, has struggled with its transformation into the social e-commerce sector, failing to achieve profitability since the transition [8][9]. - The company has indicated a shift in strategy, moving towards a holding or equity participation model for innovative businesses while optimizing organizational efficiency through AI technology [8].