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Core Viewpoint - Pony.ai is advancing its IPO process in Hong Kong, aiming to raise approximately HKD 7.552 billion, potentially setting a record for fundraising in the Robotaxi sector in Hong Kong [1] Financial Performance - For the years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025, Pony.ai's revenue was USD 68.39 million, USD 71.90 million, USD 75.02 million, and USD 35.43 million respectively [2] - The adjusted net losses for the same periods were USD 134 million, USD 119 million, USD 154 million, and USD 74.42 million, totaling over USD 480 million in cumulative losses [2][3] Business Model and Client Dependency - Pony.ai's revenue heavily relies on a single major client, China National Freight, which has been its largest customer since 2022 [3] - The partnership with China National Freight has led to significant revenue contributions, accounting for 31% to 40.9% of total revenue from 2022 to the first half of 2025 [2][3] Research and Development Expenditure - R&D expenses for Pony.ai were USD 154 million, USD 123 million, USD 240 million, and USD 96.5 million for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025, representing a high percentage of total revenue [5] - The company plans to use funds from the IPO to support its market entry strategy and continue investing in L4 autonomous driving technology [5] Cost Management - Sales and general administrative expenses were USD 49.18 million, USD 37.42 million, USD 56.75 million, and USD 26.57 million for the respective years, with a significant portion of revenue allocated to these expenses [6] - The company aims to monitor and optimize administrative costs to improve operational efficiency [6]