退市不是“免责牌”！退市16个月后中国中期控股股东被立案调查

Core Viewpoint - The investigation into Zhongqi Group by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) highlights the principle that "delisting does not equate to exemption," emphasizing that accountability continues even after a company has been delisted [1][2][4]. Group 1: Company Investigation and Delisting - Zhongqi Group, the controlling shareholder of Zhongqi, was investigated by the CSRC on October 11 for suspected violations of information disclosure [1][2]. - Zhongqi was delisted on June 28, 2024, due to negative net profit and revenue below 100 million yuan for the fiscal year 2022 [2][3]. - The CSRC has pursued accountability for 35 delisted companies and their responsible parties in 2024, demonstrating a commitment to thorough investigations [4][6]. Group 2: Regulatory Actions and Trends - The trend of holding delisted companies and their responsible parties accountable has become common, as seen in cases like Taihe Group and Huatie Co., which faced penalties for various violations post-delisting [3][4]. - The CSRC has emphasized that financial fraud is a critical issue, and it is actively targeting such violations to maintain market integrity [5][6]. - A comprehensive accountability system is being implemented, focusing on key individuals such as actual controllers, major shareholders, and intermediaries involved in the misconduct [6][7].