证监会开绿灯 曹操出行IPO接近冲线

Core Viewpoint - The approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission marks a significant step for Cao Cao Mobility's long-awaited IPO in Hong Kong, following a year of application processes and regulatory hurdles [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Cao Cao Mobility, backed by Geely, has seen a revenue growth of 25% in the first half of last year, expanding its business into 32 new cities and increasing its operational footprint by over 60% [1]. - The company differentiates itself by utilizing custom vehicles developed by Geely, which are sold or leased to drivers, contrasting with competitors that typically require drivers to provide their own vehicles [4][5]. Group 2: Business Strategy - Cao Cao Mobility leverages Geely's extensive network of battery swap stations and auto repair shops to provide cost advantages to drivers, enhancing their net income [5]. - The company has increasingly adopted aggregation applications, which integrate various ride-hailing services, leading to a significant rise in orders processed through these platforms, from 3.5% in 2018 to 30% in 2023 [6]. Group 3: Financial Performance - In the first half of last year, Cao Cao Mobility's revenue rose from 4.94 billion to 6.16 billion (approximately 844 million USD), while its marketing expenses as a percentage of revenue increased from 7.1% in 2021 to 8.4% [7]. - The company achieved its first-ever gross profit in 2023, with gross profit rising from 165 million to 429 million, and gross margin improving from 5.8% to 7.0% [7]. Group 4: Market Position and Valuation - Despite rapid growth, Cao Cao Mobility holds only 4.8% of the market share, while the leading player, Didi, controls about 75% [7]. - The expected valuation for Cao Cao Mobility is around 40 billion, with a projected price-to-sales ratio of approximately 3, aligning it closer to leading companies like Uber and Grab [8].