一年卖出23万辆，中产撑起“折叠车第一股”

Core Viewpoint - Dahon, known as the "first stock of folding bicycles," successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with a significant opening price increase and record oversubscription during its IPO [2][3]. Company Overview - Dahon was founded in 1982 by Han Dewei, who is recognized as the "father of modern folding bicycles" in China. The company has experienced rapid growth by meeting consumer demand for lightweight cycling options [4][6]. - Han Dewei holds approximately 88.56% of Dahon's shares, making him the controlling shareholder [6]. Market Position - Dahon ranks first in the folding bicycle industry in mainland China with a market share of 26.3% and holds the top position globally with a market share of 6.2% [9]. - The company sold 22.95 million bicycles in 2024, with a significant portion of sales coming from the mid-range market (priced between 2,500 to 5,000 RMB), which accounts for 69.7% of total revenue [10][11]. Financial Performance - Dahon's revenue increased from 254 million RMB in 2022 to 450 million RMB in 2024, with a gross margin improvement from 30.4% to 32.2% [14]. - The company sold 11.27 million bicycles in the mid-range market in the first nine months of 2024, with an average selling price of 2,129 RMB, nearly doubling sales from 6.61 million units in the same period of 2023 [11][12]. Consumer Trends - The growth of Dahon is supported by the increasing participation of the middle class in outdoor sports, with over 90% of its revenue coming from the Chinese market [15][17]. - The outdoor sports market is still in a growth phase, with consumers spending an average of 4,033 RMB on cycling annually, driven by a rising interest in health and leisure activities [17]. Industry Outlook - Recent government policies emphasize the development of the outdoor sports industry, providing a favorable environment for companies like Dahon [19]. - Dahon faces competition from both traditional bicycle manufacturers and emerging tech companies entering the folding bicycle market, necessitating a focus on product innovation and market expansion [19].