2 1 Shi Ji Jing Ji Bao Dao·2025-12-09 12:25Core Viewpoint - China Metallurgical Group Corporation (China MCC) announced a significant transaction involving the sale of various assets to China Minmetals, aimed at optimizing resource allocation and focusing on core business areas [2][4]. Group 1: Transaction Details - China MCC plans to sell 100% equity of MCC Real Estate and related debts to Minmetals Real Estate for approximately 312.4 billion yuan, which constitutes over half of the total transaction value of 606.76 billion yuan [3][8]. - The transaction includes the sale of 100% equity of several subsidiaries, including the Nonferrous Institute and MCC Copper Zinc, to China Minmetals [2][4]. Group 2: Strategic Implications - This transaction is part of a broader strategy to respond to the central government's call for state-owned enterprises to focus on their main responsibilities and optimize resource allocation, thereby enhancing core competitiveness and sustainable profitability [4][6]. - Post-transaction, China MCC will concentrate on metallurgical engineering, non-ferrous and mining engineering construction, high-end infrastructure, industrial construction, and emerging industries [4][6]. Group 3: Historical Context - The transaction marks a significant step in the integration process between China MCC and China Minmetals, which has been anticipated since their merger announcement ten years ago [5][6]. - Both companies have faced challenges in achieving operational performance and have been under pressure to reduce competition between their real estate segments [9][10]. Group 4: Market Conditions - The real estate sector has been under significant pressure, with both China MCC and Minmetals Real Estate experiencing declines in revenue and profits due to market adjustments [9]. - Minmetals Real Estate has reported losses for three consecutive years and is undergoing privatization to enhance operational flexibility and focus on core business areas [9][10].