Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-10-30 13:45Core Viewpoint - Datang Power's acquisition of a 50% stake in Anhui Electric Power Co. for a symbolic price of 1 yuan reflects the company's commitment to social responsibility despite the financial burden of taking over a heavily indebted entity [1][2][5]. Financial Overview - Datang Power reported a revenue of 893.45 billion yuan and a net profit of 67.12 billion yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, marking a year-on-year increase of 51.48% [3][8]. - The acquisition is expected to reduce the company's consolidated net profit by approximately 5.89 billion yuan due to the negative net assets and ongoing losses of Anhui Electric Power [2][7]. Acquisition Details - The acquisition involves taking over Anhui Electric Power, which has total assets of about 787 million yuan and total liabilities of approximately 2.473 billion yuan, resulting in a debt-to-asset ratio of around 314% [1][4]. - The valuation report indicated that Anhui Electric Power's shareholder equity was assessed at -855 million yuan, confirming its negative asset status [4]. Strategic Rationale - Datang Power aims to fulfill its social and energy supply responsibilities by acquiring Anhui Electric Power, which is the only municipal heating and industrial heating provider in Huainan City [5][6]. - The company believes that full ownership will allow for better management and operational efficiency, ultimately leading to improved performance and sustainability for Anhui Electric Power [7]. Implications of the Acquisition - The acquisition will result in a goodwill of 1.177 billion yuan, with an expected impairment of 779 million yuan, leading to a high impairment rate of 66.22% [7]. - Despite the immediate financial impact, Datang Power is focused on long-term benefits, leveraging its expertise to enhance Anhui Electric Power's operational capabilities [7].