Di Yi Cai Jing·2026-01-20 12:00Core Viewpoint - The recent regulatory changes have led to the first case of a public REIT failing to issue after entering the exchange review stage, highlighting the impact of new guidelines aimed at preventing projects from remaining unresolved for extended periods [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Changes - The new guidelines from the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, effective by the end of 2025, explicitly define circumstances under which public REIT applications can be terminated, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency in the review process [2][3]. - The guidelines list seven specific scenarios for application termination, including failure to respond to exchange feedback within the stipulated timeframe [2]. Group 2: Company-Specific Cases - Jin Feng Technology announced the termination of its public REIT application, which began in September 2021 and had not progressed due to a lack of response to feedback from the exchange [1]. - Similarly, Electronic City plans to withdraw its infrastructure public REIT project application, which was submitted in May 2025, due to a lack of progress following initial feedback [2]. Group 3: Market Implications - The implementation of the new regulations is expected to shift the focus of public REITs from merely issuing to emphasizing operational compliance and management capabilities, favoring projects with stable cash flows [3]. - As of the end of 2025, there are 79 public REITs listed in the market, with a total issuance scale exceeding 210 billion yuan, indicating a growing market despite recent challenges [3].