HSPC(SH:603353) Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-11-21 03:25Core Viewpoint - The recent acquisition plan by Heshun Petroleum to purchase a stake in Kuixin Technology has stirred the capital market, highlighting the company's shift from traditional fuel retailing to the semiconductor industry amid declining performance in its core business [1][3]. Company Overview - Heshun Petroleum primarily operates in the retail of refined oil in Hunan, facing challenges as the market for fuel vehicles declines with the rise of electric vehicles [3]. - The company has experienced a significant drop in profitability since its IPO in 2020, with net profit decreasing from 170 million yuan to approximately 29.27 million yuan in 2024 [3]. Acquisition Details - Heshun Petroleum plans to acquire at least 34% of Kuixin Technology, aiming to control 51% of voting rights, with the total transaction value not exceeding 540 million yuan [1]. - Kuixin Technology, established in 2021, specializes in semiconductor solutions and has raised over 100 million yuan in funding since its inception [5][6]. Market Reaction - Following the acquisition announcement, Heshun Petroleum's stock price surged nearly 60% within a short period, raising concerns about the sustainability of this price increase given the company's poor financial performance [4][12]. - The stock's rapid rise has been attributed to speculation surrounding the semiconductor acquisition rather than fundamental business improvements [4][12]. Financial Performance of Kuixin Technology - Kuixin Technology reported revenues of 146 million yuan in 2023, with projected revenues of 193 million yuan in 2024 and 110 million yuan in the first half of 2025 [7]. - The company has a high asset-liability ratio of 65.29%, indicating potential financial instability [10]. Valuation Concerns - Heshun Petroleum's market capitalization has approached 6 billion yuan, leading to concerns of overvaluation, with a price-to-earnings ratio exceeding 741 times [12]. - Analysts suggest that the valuation is disconnected from the company's declining profitability and that the stock price may face corrections if the acquisition does not meet expectations [12].