Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-12-30 09:03Core Viewpoint - Torrens Precision Manufacturing has submitted its application for an IPO on the ChiNext board, highlighting its position as a key supplier of semiconductor components to major clients like North Huachuang and Zhongwei Company, while facing scrutiny over its low R&D investment and ongoing related-party transactions [1][2][4]. Financial Performance - Torrens reported revenues of 283 million, 291 million, 610 million, and 373 million yuan for the years 2022 to 2025 (first half) respectively, with net profits of 33.94 million, 15.30 million, 106 million, and 60.85 million yuan during the same periods [2]. - The company's gross profit margins for the reporting periods were 29.84%, 22.39%, 29.45%, and 29.72% [4]. Product and Market Position - Torrens claims to be one of the preferred suppliers of metal components for domestic semiconductor equipment manufacturers, with over 50% of its revenue coming from semiconductor key process components [4]. - The average selling price of Torrens' semiconductor key process components increased from 9,057.93 yuan in 2022 to 13,200 yuan in the first half of 2025, with gross margins rising from 33.17% to 35.29% [5]. R&D Investment - Torrens' R&D expenditures were 5.55 million, 11.54 million, 23.42 million, and 15.11 million yuan for the years 2022 to 2025 (first half), representing 1.96%, 3.97%, 3.84%, and 4.05% of revenue, which is significantly lower than the industry average [6][7]. Client Dependency - Over 80% of Torrens' revenue comes from North Huachuang and Zhongwei Company, with sales to North Huachuang accounting for 46.18%, 44.06%, 52.11%, and 44.6% of total revenue during the reporting periods [8][9]. Inventory and Accounts Receivable - Torrens has seen an increase in inventory and accounts receivable, with inventory balances rising from 92.68 million to 197 million yuan over the reporting periods [10]. Financing and Valuation - Since 2022, Torrens has completed five rounds of financing, with a latest valuation of approximately 2.759 billion yuan following its most recent funding round [10]. - The company plans to issue up to 46.3684 million new shares in its IPO, aiming to raise 1.156 billion yuan for precision component manufacturing and R&D projects [11]. Related-Party Transactions - Torrens has ongoing related-party transactions, with significant procurement from companies controlled by its actual controller's family members, raising concerns about potential conflicts of interest [14][15].