Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-09 23:21Core Viewpoint - The merger between Haiguang Information and Zhongke Shuguang has been terminated due to changes in market conditions and the complexity of the transaction, which has led to concerns among shareholders of both companies [1][3][7]. Group 1: Merger Details - The merger was initiated in May and announced in June, with Haiguang Information planning to absorb Zhongke Shuguang through a share exchange ratio of 0.5525:1 [3][10]. - Haiguang Information specializes in high-end processor design, focusing on general computing and AI computing markets, with products including CPUs and DCUs [3][10]. - Zhongke Shuguang is involved in high-end computer, storage, and data center product development, and has been expanding its digital infrastructure and intelligent computing businesses [3][10]. Group 2: Market Reactions - Prior to the merger announcement, Haiguang Information had a market capitalization of 315.8 billion, while Zhongke Shuguang was approximately 90.3 billion; post-announcement, their market caps rose to 509.7 billion and 146.5 billion respectively, with both stocks increasing over 60% [4][11]. - Following the merger announcement, Zhongke Shuguang's stock hit the daily limit up, while Haiguang Information rose by 4.3%, but Haiguang's stock later fell by 4.5%, returning to pre-announcement levels [4][11]. - Shareholders expressed mixed feelings, with some viewing the termination as a relief for Zhongke Shuguang, allowing it to focus on its strengths in liquid cooling technology and server market share [5][11]. Group 3: Investor Sentiment - There are concerns among shareholders, particularly for Zhongke Shuguang, with some fearing significant losses and calling for rights protection [5][12]. - Despite fears of a potential drop, many investors remain calm, believing that the stock will not experience drastic declines [6][13]. - Analysts suggest that the termination aligns with market expectations, as there were doubts about the feasibility of the merger due to a historical discount in the theoretical prices of both companies [6][14].