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Core Viewpoint - Baishan Cloud Technology, a leading edge cloud service provider from Guiyang, Guizhou, is preparing for a public listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after a previous failed attempt in December 2023, with CITIC Securities and Haitong International as joint sponsors [1][12]. Company Overview - Established in April 2015, Baishan Cloud is headquartered in Guiyang and focuses on providing comprehensive edge cloud services, including network services, security, and intelligent computing [3]. - The company is recognized as the second-largest independent edge cloud service provider in China by total revenue for 2024, with an estimated market share of approximately 2% [3]. Market Growth - The global cloud service market is projected to grow from 2.1798 trillion yuan in 2020 to 4.6796 trillion yuan in 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.6% from 2024 to 2029 [4]. - In contrast, China's cloud service market is expected to expand from 261.3 billion yuan in 2020 to 625.4 billion yuan in 2024, with a higher CAGR of 22.3% during the same period [4]. Business Model and Services - Baishan Cloud offers high-speed, secure, and cost-effective digital experiences through its integrated edge cloud platform, which supports global connectivity and business transformation [5]. - The company has introduced edge intelligent computing cloud solutions to address the limitations of centralized GPU computing, optimizing services for edge AI inference [5]. Financial Performance - From 2022 to the first half of 2025, Baishan Cloud reported revenues of 2.132 billion yuan, 2.391 billion yuan, 2.218 billion yuan, and 964 million yuan, respectively, with cumulative losses amounting to 498 million yuan [9][10]. - The gross profit margins during this period were 9.1%, 12.5%, 8.8%, and 9.3%, indicating significant fluctuations [10]. Revenue Breakdown - The revenue from security and intelligent computing services has rapidly increased, accounting for 7.4%, 17.3%, 23.3%, and 31.9% of total revenue during the reporting period, highlighting a second growth driver for the company [11]. Global Expansion - Baishan Cloud has successfully expanded its global footprint, deploying over 1,500 edge nodes across 290 cities in 60 countries and regions, with a network bandwidth of approximately 93 Tbps [5][6].