TOREAD(SZ:300005) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2025-12-04 00:12Core Viewpoint - The outdoor products leader, Explorer (300005.SZ), unexpectedly saw its stock price drop significantly after announcing a plan to acquire two chip companies for 678 million yuan, raising concerns about high premiums and future performance [1][3][9]. Acquisition Details - Explorer plans to invest a total of 678 million yuan to acquire 51% stakes in two chip companies: Shenzhen Better Life Electronics Technology Co., Ltd. and Shanghai Tongtu Semiconductor Technology Co., Ltd. [3][6]. - The acquisition involves a cash payment and is characterized by high premiums, with Better Life's valuation increasing by 363.26% and Tongtu's by 2119.65% compared to their net assets [8]. Financial Performance - Explorer's revenue for the first three quarters of 2025 was 953 million yuan, a year-on-year decline of 13.98%, while net profit dropped by nearly 68% to 33.03 million yuan [4][11]. - The company has faced challenges in its outdoor business due to market conditions, impacting product sales [4][11]. Future Expectations - The acquired companies are expected to achieve a combined net profit of no less than 300 million yuan over the next three years, with performance commitments from the sellers [3][12]. - Explorer's management believes that the acquisition will enhance its competitive position and benefit from the domestic substitution process in the chip industry [7][12]. Market Reaction - Following the acquisition announcement, Explorer's stock opened higher but quickly fell, closing down 12.07% on December 2, with intraday losses reaching 14.35% [2][9].