Core Viewpoint - Chery Automobile officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 25, 2023, marking the largest IPO of a car company in Hong Kong this year, with a final offering price of HKD 30.75 and net proceeds of HKD 88.793 billion [1][2] Fundraising and Utilization - The net proceeds from the IPO are approximately HKD 84.41 billion, with planned allocations: 35% for R&D of various passenger car models, 25% for next-generation vehicles and advanced technology, 20% for expanding overseas markets, 10% for enhancing production facilities in Wuhu, and 10% for working capital and general corporate purposes [2] - The IPO received strong market response, with cornerstone investors subscribing a total of USD 587 million (approximately HKD 45.73 billion) [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, Chery's total sales exceeded 2.6 million units, a year-on-year increase of 38.4%, with overseas exports reaching 1.1446 million units, leading the Chinese brand passenger car export rankings [3] - Revenue grew from CNY 92.618 billion in 2022 to CNY 269.897 billion in 2024, with Q1 2025 revenue at CNY 68.223 billion, maintaining a year-on-year growth of 24.25% [3] - Net profit rose from CNY 5.806 billion in 2022 to CNY 14.334 billion in 2024, with Q1 2025 net profit reaching CNY 4.726 billion, a year-on-year increase of 90.87% [3] Historical Context - Chery's journey to IPO has been lengthy, spanning 21 years with multiple attempts hindered by various challenges, including complex equity relationships and macroeconomic changes [4][5] - The company faced numerous setbacks in its IPO attempts, including the 2008 global financial crisis and regulatory issues, which delayed its market entry [5] Global Expansion and Strategy - Chery has been a leader in exports, with over 13 million vehicles sold globally and a presence in over 100 countries [6] - The company plans to allocate about 20% of the IPO proceeds for overseas market expansion and global strategy execution, indicating a focus on increasing its global market share [6] Organizational Changes - Chery has undertaken significant internal restructuring to streamline its operations, including the establishment of a unified smart driving brand and the formation of a centralized intelligent technology center [7] - Despite strong performance, Chery faces challenges in the electric vehicle sector, with its EV revenue share increasing from 13.2% in 2022 to 29.3% in the first eight months of 2025, still below the industry average of 45% [7] Conclusion - The successful IPO marks a significant milestone for Chery, positioning the company for a more standardized and internationalized development path, enhancing its competitiveness in the global automotive industry [8]
汽车视点 | 21年上市长跑，奇瑞汽车港股“上岸”，成年内最大车企IPO