TRS(SZ:002567) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-11-20 10:08Core Viewpoint - The company, Tangrenshen, has decided to terminate the "Dongchong Phase III Pig Breeding Base Construction Project" due to ongoing pressure from declining pig prices, which have fallen to 12.64 yuan/kg, a 27.4% year-on-year decrease, leading to significant financial strain [1][3][8] Financial Performance - Tangrenshen's third-quarter breeding cost reached 13.3 yuan/kg, which is above the current market price, resulting in a loss of 3.05 billion yuan for the quarter [3][6] - The company's asset-liability ratio has risen to 65.51%, indicating increased financial pressure, with a cash-to-short-term debt ratio of 0.8 and a current ratio of 0.97 [1][4][5] - The company has reported a cumulative net profit loss of 12.32 billion yuan over the past five years, with three years of profit and two years of loss [6] Project Termination and Fund Allocation - The termination of the "Dongchong Phase III" project was part of a larger fundraising initiative where Tangrenshen raised 1.14 billion yuan in 2022, with 580 million yuan of unused funds redirected to a new project [2][3] - The company plans to adopt a lighter asset operation model for its pig breeding business, focusing on leasing and partnerships [2] Industry Context - The pig farming industry has seen several companies, including Tian Kang Biological and Wens Foodstuffs, halt expansion projects due to increased market competition and declining prices [3][6] - The current pig price cycle has been characterized by a prolonged downturn, with prices dropping significantly since mid-2024, further exacerbating the financial challenges faced by pig farming companies [6][8] Financing Strategy - In response to financial pressures, Tangrenshen is initiating new financing efforts, including the issuance of short-term financing bonds and medium-term notes, aimed at repaying debts and supplementing working capital [7]