WeRide Inc.(US:WRD) Ju Chao Zi Xun·2025-10-15 02:38Core Insights - WeRide Inc. (文远知行) has received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission for its overseas listing in Hong Kong, indicating a significant step in its capital market strategy [2][3] - The company plans to issue up to 102,428,200 shares of ordinary stock for its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [2] Company Overview - Founded in 2017, WeRide Inc. focuses on transforming human mobility through autonomous driving technology, offering products and services ranging from Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous driving [5] - The company's product matrix includes Robotaxi, Robobus, Robovan, Robosweeper, and advanced intelligent driving solutions, which are widely applied in smart mobility, freight, and sanitation sectors [5] Financial Performance - In Q2 2025, WeRide reported revenue of 127 million yuan, marking a year-on-year increase of 60.8% [5] - The Robotaxi business generated revenue of 45.9 million yuan in Q2, a substantial year-on-year growth of 836.7%, setting a new record for the company [5] - The proportion of Robotaxi revenue in total revenue rose to 36.1% in Q2, the highest since 2021, while gross profit increased by 40.6% year-on-year [5] Market Position - WeRide became the first global publicly traded autonomous driving company upon its listing on NASDAQ on October 25, 2024, under the ticker symbol "WRD.US" [5] - The scale of the Robotaxi fleet in Abu Dhabi has tripled since 2024, demonstrating significant scaling effects [5] - The Robotaxi service has operated safely for over 2,200 days, establishing a new safety benchmark in the industry [5] IPO Context - The decision for WeRide to pursue a Hong Kong IPO is influenced by geopolitical factors, reflecting the company's strategic response to market conditions [6]