康达新材终止筹划收购北一半导体

Core Viewpoint - Kanda New Materials announced the termination of the acquisition agreement with Beiyi Semiconductor and its shareholders due to unmet expectations in the progress of the transaction and lack of consensus among parties involved [1][3] Company Overview - Kanda New Materials primarily engages in the production of adhesives and specialty resin materials, with applications in wind turbine blade manufacturing, packaging materials, and rail transportation [1] - The company had planned to acquire at least 51% of Beiyi Semiconductor to gain control and integrate its power semiconductor module capabilities with Kanda's existing semiconductor materials business [1] Acquisition Details - The acquisition aimed to enhance Kanda's strategic transition into the semiconductor industry by leveraging Beiyi Semiconductor's research, packaging, testing, and wafer manufacturing capabilities [1] - Beiyi Semiconductor focuses on the development, production, and sales of new power semiconductor modules, with core products including IGBT, PIM, and IPM, applicable in sectors like electric vehicles, industrial control, and renewable energy [1] Financial Performance - Kanda New Materials has pursued external acquisitions as a key growth strategy, having acquired several companies since 2017 to expand into various sectors [2] - Despite these acquisitions, the company has faced declining profitability, with revenues of 2.466 billion yuan in 2022, 2.793 billion yuan in 2023, and projected 3.101 billion yuan in 2024, while net profits have decreased from 48 million yuan in 2022 to a projected loss of 246 million yuan in 2024 [2] Asset Sales - To improve its financial situation, Kanda has been selling significant assets to its controlling shareholder, including a 67% stake in Cai Jing Optoelectronics and a 51% stake in Biko Technology [2] Termination of Acquisition - The termination of the acquisition was a mutual decision among the parties involved, with no breach of contract or disputes reported [3]