3 6 Ke·2025-12-30 02:08Core Viewpoint - The lithium battery manufacturer, Xinwanda, faces a lawsuit from its subsidiary Xinwanda Power, filed by Geely's subsidiary Weirui Electric Vehicle Technology, claiming damages of 2.314 billion yuan due to quality issues with battery cells supplied between June 2021 and December 2023, leading to a significant drop in Xinwanda's stock price and market capitalization [1][4][14]. Group 1: Lawsuit and Financial Impact - Weirui's claim of 2.314 billion yuan is equivalent to Xinwanda's net profit for a year and a half [4][14]. - The lawsuit stems from quality problems with battery cells that caused losses for Weirui, which is backed by Geely and Zeekr [4][12]. - Following the lawsuit announcement, Xinwanda's stock fell by 11.39%, resulting in a market value loss of over 6 billion yuan [1][4]. Group 2: Relationship with Geely - The relationship between Xinwanda and Geely has deteriorated from close collaboration to legal disputes in less than five years [5][7]. - Geely was one of the first major customers for Xinwanda's automotive battery market, with a joint venture established in 2021 [7][9]. - The partnership included plans for an 80,000-unit hybrid battery production project, which has seen limited updates since its inception [7][9]. Group 3: Market Position and Competition - Xinwanda is among the top ten global suppliers of power batteries, with a significant market presence in the competitive landscape dominated by CATL and BYD [15][16]. - The company has seen a rise in its market share, reaching approximately 3.25% in the first eleven months of the year [15]. - Xinwanda's battery products have been supplied to major automotive manufacturers, including Li Auto, Xpeng, and others, indicating a broad customer base despite the current challenges [16][17]. Group 4: IPO Plans and Financial Pressure - Xinwanda Power was planning to split and list on the ChiNext board, with intentions for a dual listing in Hong Kong, but the lawsuit poses a significant threat to these plans [5][18]. - The company has faced increasing financial pressure due to high debt levels and competitive pricing strategies, which have affected profitability [18]. - As of the end of 2024, Xinwanda's debt-to-asset ratio is projected to reach 63.43%, highlighting the urgent need for capital influx through an IPO [18].