NSC(SH:601990) Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-11-04 15:48Core Viewpoint - The approval of Nanjing Securities' private placement marks a significant step in the regulatory support for capital replenishment among compliant securities firms, although it does not indicate a complete relaxation of regulations [2][4]. Group 1: Nanjing Securities' Capital Increase - Nanjing Securities received approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) for a private placement of up to 5 billion yuan, concluding a process that took over two years [2][5]. - The company reported a revenue of 2.262 billion yuan for the first three quarters of the year, a year-on-year increase of 12.72%, and a net profit of 913 million yuan, up 31.18% year-on-year [4]. - The funds raised will be used to enhance the company's capital base, with allocations for investment banking, wealth management, and debt repayment among others [6][7]. Group 2: Industry Context and Trends - The approval of Nanjing Securities' capital increase is seen as a signal for other securities firms to pursue similar financing strategies, particularly in light of the industry's shift towards light capital business models [2][4]. - The focus on capital replenishment is crucial for smaller securities firms to overcome capital constraints and enhance their service capabilities to the real economy [4][6]. - The termination of the private placement plan by another firm, Guiding Compass, highlights the contrasting experiences within the industry, as it reflects the challenges faced by some firms in securing necessary capital [8][9].