Cai Jing Wang·2026-01-08 05:14Core Insights - In 2025, the A-share IPO market saw a significant recovery, with 112 companies successfully issuing shares, an increase of 10 from 2024, representing a year-on-year growth of 9.8% [1] - The total funds raised through these IPOs reached 130.835 billion yuan, nearly doubling from 66.280 billion yuan in 2024, marking a year-on-year increase of 97% [1] - Leading brokerage firms played a crucial role in this IPO financing process, with Guotai Junan Securities leading the way by underwriting 19 projects [1][2] Brokerage Distribution - The top five underwriters in terms of the number of IPOs were Guotai Junan (19), CITIC Securities (17), CITIC Jianzhong (12), China Merchants Securities (10), and Huatai United (9) [2] - The ranking of underwriters based on the amount raised shows CITIC Securities at the top with 24.654 billion yuan from 17 IPOs, followed by Guotai Junan with 19.535 billion yuan from 19 IPOs [3] Notable Performances - China Merchants Securities made a notable leap in its ranking, underwriting 10 IPOs and achieving a significant increase in underwriting amounts, now ranking sixth in the industry [4] - An example of a successful IPO is Nanguang Digital, which raised 2.714 billion yuan and achieved the fastest listing record since the implementation of the registration system, taking only 144 days from acceptance to listing [4] - The rapid IPO process is attributed to supportive government policies aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of the energy sector, reflecting the commitment of brokerage firms like China Merchants Securities to enhance their financial services [4][5]