HUALI(SH:603038) Chang Jiang Shang Bao·2026-01-20 00:05Core Viewpoint - Huali Co., Ltd. has attracted regulatory attention due to its two cross-industry investment plans within three months, both resulting in significant stock price movements [1][6]. Group 1: Investment Plans - On January 16, Huali Co. announced a plan to acquire a 19% stake in Shenghui Clean at a price of HKD 47.5 million, making it the second-largest shareholder post-transaction [1][2]. - This acquisition follows a previous announcement to terminate the purchase of a 51% stake in Zhongke Huilian Technology, indicating a shift towards cross-industry investments [1][2]. - The acquisition price of HKD 0.128 per share for Shenghui Clean is significantly lower than its recent trading price of HKD 1.06 per share, raising questions about the necessity and rationale behind the investment [2][3]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Concerns - Shenghui Clean's revenue for 2024 and the first half of 2025 was reported at CNY 674 million and CNY 359 million, respectively, with a net profit of CNY 49.23 million and CNY 7.943 million, showing a decline in profitability [3][4]. - The company has a high employee count of 8,160 but a low revenue per employee of CNY 82,500, indicating potential inefficiencies [4]. - Shenghui Clean's accounts receivable have been increasing, with a 15.4% rise to CNY 268 million by the end of 2024, and a further 16.99% increase in the first half of 2025 [4]. Group 3: Regulatory Scrutiny - The Shanghai Stock Exchange has issued an inquiry regarding the rationale for Huali Co.'s rapid succession of cross-industry investments and the unusual stock price movements associated with these announcements [1][6]. - Huali Co. is required to provide detailed explanations regarding the pricing basis for the acquisition, the reasons behind Shenghui Clean's declining performance, and the overall necessity of the investment [4][7]. - Following the inquiry, Huali Co.'s stock price fell by 5.39% to CNY 18.61 per share, while Shenghui Clean's stock dropped by 33.96% to HKD 0.7 per share [6][7].