Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-23 09:57Core Viewpoint - The recent completion report submitted by Chip and Semiconductor Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. to the Shanghai Securities Regulatory Bureau indicates that the company is prepared for an IPO, following a series of events including an unsuccessful acquisition attempt by Huada Jiutian [1][21]. Company Overview - Chip and Semiconductor was established in 2010, focusing on Electronic Design Automation (EDA) software development, providing comprehensive EDA solutions applicable in various fields such as 5G, smartphones, IoT, AI, and data centers [2][18]. - The company launched the world's first 3DIC Chiplet advanced packaging system design analysis EDA platform in 2021 [2][18]. - Co-founder and Chairman Ling Feng has over 20 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, having worked with major companies like Motorola and Cadence [2][18]. - Co-founder Dai Wenliang, who has a strong academic background and experience in EDA, emphasizes the potential of the EDA market, which is expected to exceed one trillion yuan in the coming years [3][19]. Investment and Recognition - The company has received investments from notable institutions, including funds affiliated with SMIC and Shanghai's IoT venture capital [4][20]. - Chip and Semiconductor won the 2023 National Science and Technology Progress Award for its project on key technologies in RF system design automation [5][20]. Capital Movements - In early 2025, the company accelerated its capital activities, initiating the A-share IPO process on February 7, 2025 [21]. - An acquisition attempt by Huada Jiutian was announced on March 17, 2025, but was later terminated due to disagreements on core terms [6][22]. - The company reported revenues of 106 million yuan and 265 million yuan for 2023 and 2024, respectively, with net profits of -89.93 million yuan and 48.13 million yuan [21]. Market Environment - The EDA industry is characterized by high concentration, dominated by three major players: Cadence, Synopsys, and Siemens EDA, which collectively hold over 74% of the global market share [11][27]. - The domestic EDA market is expected to grow, with the localization rate projected to reach 19% by 2025, up from 11% in 2021 [12][28]. - Chip and Semiconductor focuses on areas such as analog chip signal simulation and electromagnetic field simulation, with a cumulative shipment of over 2 billion integrated passive devices (IPD) [30]. Future Prospects - The company is embracing AI to transition EDA from traditional rule-driven design to data-driven design, enhancing design efficiency and creating a differentiated market space [15][31]. - The ongoing evolution in semiconductor technology, particularly in advanced packaging and multi-physical field packaging, positions Chip and Semiconductor favorably for future growth [30].