2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-12-06 08:50Core Viewpoint - Tianyu Semiconductor, the largest silicon carbide epitaxy manufacturer in China, officially listed on the Hong Kong stock market on December 5, raising HKD 1.744 billion through an IPO priced at HKD 58 per share, but saw a significant drop in share price on the first day of trading, closing at HKD 40.5, a decline of 30.17% [1] Company Overview - Founded in January 2009 in Dongguan, Tianyu Semiconductor specializes in manufacturing silicon carbide epitaxy and is one of the few third-generation semiconductor companies in China, currently producing 4-inch and 6-inch silicon carbide epitaxy and has begun mass production of 8-inch epitaxy [1][2] - The company has established a strong investor base, having completed seven rounds of financing totaling RMB 1.464 billion, with notable investors including BYD and Huawei's Hubble Technology [1][7] Market Position and Performance - Tianyu Semiconductor has achieved a leading position in the domestic silicon carbide epitaxy market, with projected revenue and sales market shares of 30.6% and 32.5% respectively in 2024, ranking first in China [3] - The company has a post-investment valuation exceeding RMB 10 billion as of the end of 2022, and it is recognized for breaking foreign monopolies in the production of thick silicon carbide epitaxy materials [3] Financial Performance - The company's revenue has fluctuated significantly, with reported revenues of RMB 437 million, RMB 1.171 billion, and RMB 520 million for the years 2022 to 2024, respectively, indicating a 55.6% drop in 2024 [5] - Despite a return to profitability in early 2025 with a net profit of RMB 9.5 million, revenue decreased by 13.6% year-on-year, attributed to a strategy of "price for volume" and inventory digestion rather than genuine market demand growth [5] Challenges and Inventory Issues - The continuous decline in the unit price of silicon carbide epitaxy products has negatively impacted revenue growth, with inventory turnover days increasing to 308 days in 2024, although it improved to 219 days in the first three quarters of 2025 [6] - The company faces risks of further inventory devaluation if market prices continue to decline, which could further erode profits [6]