Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-10-13 18:20Core Insights - The A-share inquiry transfer market has seen significant activity in 2023, with 128 companies announcing 139 inquiry transfer plans, totaling approximately 589.74 billion yuan, compared to only 54 companies and 146.32 billion yuan in 2024 [2][4][5] - The surge in inquiry transfers is attributed to policy guidance, market demand, and the advantages of the system, which balances shareholder reductions and market stability [2][6] - The inquiry transfer mechanism has become a primary method for shareholders to exit in an orderly manner, with a notable increase in institutional investor participation [6][10] Market Activity - As of October 13, 2023, the inquiry transfer amount has exceeded 580 billion yuan, with significant contributions from major companies like Dongfang Caifu, which announced a transfer plan worth 58.02 billion yuan [3][4] - The number of inquiry transfers has increased dramatically from 3 in 2020 to 139 in 2023, with total amounts rising from 34.08 billion yuan to 589.74 billion yuan in the same period [4][5] Industry Distribution - The majority of inquiry transfers have occurred in the electronics, computer, and pharmaceutical industries, with 58, 27, and 20 companies involved, respectively [4][5] - The electronics sector leads in total transfer amounts at 357.85 billion yuan, followed by the computer sector at 182.3 billion yuan and non-bank financials at 92.42 billion yuan [4][5] Changes in Market Dynamics - Compared to 2024, there has been a notable shift in industry dynamics, with non-bank financials and communications sectors experiencing explosive growth in transfer amounts, while the previously active power equipment sector has slowed down [5] - Smaller companies (market value under 100 billion yuan) accounted for 58.99% of the number of transfers, while larger companies (over 500 billion yuan) dominated the total transfer amount at 51.5% [5] Mechanism and Benefits - The inquiry transfer mechanism is characterized by its transparency and standardized procedures, which help mitigate risks associated with other transfer methods [9][10] - The average discount rate for inquiry transfers has increased, reaching approximately 19% in 2025, making it attractive for institutional investors [6][10] - Inquiry transfers facilitate the introduction of long-term strategic investors, optimizing shareholder structures and supporting long-term company development [7][9]