21世纪经济报道·2025-11-03 13:17Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny and penalties imposed on delisted companies in China's capital market, emphasizing that "delisting does not exempt from liability" has become a norm in market regulation [1][2][7]. Group 1: Regulatory Actions - Seven delisted companies have faced regulatory actions in October, including Pan Hai Holdings and Qingdao Zhongcheng, indicating a trend of strict enforcement against financial misconduct [1][2]. - Qingdao Zhongcheng was penalized for systematic financial fraud and failure to disclose significant lawsuits, with fines totaling 20.6 million yuan, including 7.5 million yuan for the company itself [2][4]. - Pan Hai Holdings received a penalty for failing to disclose breaches of financing contracts, with fines totaling 8.4 million yuan, including 4 million yuan for the company [4]. Group 2: Investor Protection Mechanisms - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has strengthened investor protection measures, particularly in cases of major violations leading to forced delisting [5][6]. - New guidelines encourage controlling shareholders to proactively compensate investors for losses incurred due to illegal activities, enhancing the legal framework for investor protection [6][7]. - Various compensation mechanisms, including civil damages for false statements and representative lawsuits, are being utilized to protect investors' rights in the context of delisting [6][7].