“准入把关”显效，年内近百宗IPO撤单

Core Points - Zhuzhou Keno New Materials Co., Ltd. has terminated its IPO application after over two years of waiting, marking a significant event in the current IPO landscape [1][3] - A total of 98 companies have withdrawn their IPO applications this year, with the Beijing Stock Exchange having the highest number of withdrawals at 37 [1][4] - The tightening regulatory environment has led to a decrease in the number of IPO terminations compared to the previous year, indicating that companies may be better prepared before applying for listings [5][4] Company Summary - Zhuzhou Keno focuses on the purification technology and industrialization of III-V group chemical elements, primarily dealing with high-purity gallium, indium, bismuth, and tellurium [3] - The company aimed to raise approximately 588 million yuan for projects including a semiconductor high-purity materials production line and an advanced materials research center [3] - Despite its efforts, Zhuzhou Keno's IPO application was not approved after entering the inquiry phase on July 17, 2023, following its acceptance on June 21, 2023 [3][4] Industry Summary - The number of companies withdrawing their IPO applications has reached 98 this year, with a notable decrease from over 400 in the previous year, reflecting improved readiness among applicants [4][5] - The tightening of regulations by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has emphasized accountability for companies during the IPO process, which may contribute to the decline in withdrawals [4] - The trend of companies facing multiple failed IPO attempts suggests underlying issues within these firms that have not been effectively addressed [6][7]