Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2026-01-10 05:28Core Viewpoint - Dongfang Cable plans to invest 73.299 million yuan to purchase 32 residential units from its controlling shareholder's affiliate, Dongfang Real Estate, to meet employee housing needs, despite concerns over the financial health of the seller and the transaction's structure [1][4]. Financial Health of Dongfang Real Estate - Dongfang Real Estate has total assets of 730 million yuan but a negative net asset of -92.5131 million yuan, indicating insolvency [1][2]. - The company reported a net profit of -10.3174 million yuan and a negative cash flow from operating activities of -267 million yuan for the first 11 months of 2025, highlighting significant financial distress [1][2]. Property and Debt Status - The property involved in the transaction is currently mortgaged, with a loan of approximately 420 million yuan due to Agricultural Bank of China, which poses a risk to the sale and transfer of the property [2]. - Dongfang Group, the parent company, has committed to covering the debts of Dongfang Real Estate, and the bank has agreed to extend the loan repayment deadline to September 2028 [2]. Project Development and Payment Structure - The "Yunxie Puting" project is reportedly on schedule, with all buildings topped out and interior rough decoration completed, aiming for final inspection by February 28, 2027 [2][3]. - The payment structure for the property has been adjusted to a phased approach: 50% upfront, 35% after completion, and 15% upon obtaining the property rights certificate, which Dongfang Cable asserts does not alleviate the financial pressure on the seller [5]. Pricing and Necessity of Purchase - The purchase price of approximately 17,500 yuan per square meter is deemed reasonable compared to nearby properties, which have higher average prices [4]. - Dongfang Cable justifies the purchase by stating that the current rental arrangements for its 1,788 employees are insufficient and costly, with rental expenses nearing 1 million yuan in the first 11 months of 2025 [4][5].