3 6 Ke·2025-11-25 11:03Core Viewpoint - Vanke's investment in Beike dates back to April 19, 2017, when it invested 3 billion RMB in Lianjia Group, acquiring approximately 7.2% equity, which later diluted to about 5.5% after subsequent financing rounds [2][3] Investment History - In April 2018, Lianjia restructured into Beike, and Vanke's shares in Lianjia were proportionally converted into Beike shares [3] - Vanke's investment in Beike was initially valued at 30 billion RMB, with a significant dilution of its stake over time due to various financing rounds [4] IPO and Market Performance - Beike went public on the New York Stock Exchange on August 13, 2020, with Vanke as a strategic investor, leading to a further dilution of Vanke's stake to approximately 4.13% [5] - Beike's IPO price was $20 per share, peaking at $79.4, which at its highest point gave Beike a market valuation exceeding $90 billion, translating Vanke's shares to a value of about $3.7 billion, or approximately 26 billion RMB [5] - However, by 2023, Beike's stock price had declined significantly, hovering around $20, with the latest price at $17.32, resulting in a market cap of about $20.2 billion [5] Financial Challenges - Vanke is facing severe financial difficulties starting from the end of 2023, with increasing debt pressure, declining sales, and limited financing options, leading to a significant cash flow strain [6] - Credit ratings from agencies like S&P and Moody's have been downgraded, prompting Vanke to initiate self-rescue measures [6] Strategic Adjustments - On April 30, 2024, Vanke announced a comprehensive plan to "focus on core business and streamline operations," prioritizing the sale of non-core and low-efficiency assets [7] - Vanke has sold various properties, including projects in Shanghai and Shenzhen, to alleviate debt pressure [7][9] Business Operations - In an investor relations event on August 22, Vanke's management reported completing 13 major transactions in the first half of the year, totaling 6.43 billion RMB [8] - Vanke is exploring new transaction pathways, including establishing REITs and PRE-REITs funds, to adapt to future development models [8] Industry Context - Beike, as a significant channel in the real estate sector, has been a focal point for developers, with Vanke and others investing strategically during its restructuring and IPO phases [10] - Beike's new housing business has expanded significantly since 2014, with a strategic goal of balancing new and second-hand housing services [11] - In 2020, Beike's new housing GTV reached 1.38 trillion RMB, with revenue from new housing accounting for half of its total revenue [12] - However, Beike has faced increased performance pressure amid an industry contraction, impacting both Vanke and Beike's strategic visions [13]