Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-07 10:06Core Insights - The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC) Shanghai Branch has completed the first approval of a new policy on equity mergers and acquisitions loans following the release of the "Commercial Bank Mergers and Acquisitions Loan Management Measures" [1][2] - The new policy, effective from December 31, 2025, includes equity mergers as part of the supported scope, aiming to enhance the modern industrial system and new productivity development [1][2] Group 1 - Since August of the previous year, ICBC Shanghai Branch has actively responded to the incremental policy requirements, organizing learning and deployment during the consultation phase of the new policy [1][2] - The branch has proactively engaged with high-quality enterprises' merger financing needs, preparing project reserves and service readiness [1][2] - A tailored financing plan was designed for a specialized "little giant" enterprise in the heavy truck battery swap sector to improve its industrial chain layout and market competitiveness [1][2] Group 2 - The efficient collaboration among branches allowed for rapid completion of project due diligence, evaluation, and approval, demonstrating ICBC's commitment to serving the real economy and promoting the integration of transportation and energy industries [1][2] - In the next phase, ICBC Shanghai Branch aims to seize development opportunities brought by the new policy through innovative products, supporting the real economy with a merger and full-chain service approach [1][2]