投中网·2025-11-05 02:29Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the successful IPO of the Chinese electric vehicle company "Seres" on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking it as the first A+H listed new energy vehicle company of the year, with a market capitalization reaching 220 billion HKD at launch [2][10]. Company Development Journey - Seres originated from a small spring factory founded by Zhang Xinghai and his brothers in 1986 with an initial capital of 8,000 CNY, evolving into a significant player in the automotive industry [4]. - The company transitioned from parts manufacturing to complete vehicle production in 1996, forming a joint venture with Dongfeng Motor, which provided essential production qualifications [5][11]. - After rebranding to Seres, the company focused on the new energy vehicle market, establishing a research center in Silicon Valley and investing heavily in smart manufacturing [6]. Financial Performance - Following a partnership with Huawei in 2021, Seres experienced a dramatic increase in stock price, reaching a peak market capitalization of over 850 billion CNY by mid-2021 [7]. - The company's revenue surged from 35.8 billion CNY in 2023 to 145.1 billion CNY in 2024, marking a year-on-year growth of 305.5%, with a net profit of 5.9 billion CNY in 2024, a 342.72% increase [7][8]. Strategic Partnerships and Investments - Dongfeng Motor, as a significant shareholder with 18.88% ownership, realized a profit of 41.5 billion CNY from its investment in Seres, highlighting the long-term strategic collaboration between the two companies [10][11]. - The Chongqing local government supported Seres through substantial investments, including a record 2.176 billion HKD from the Chongqing Industrial Mother Fund, facilitating the company's fundraising efforts [14]. Market Position and Product Success - Seres' models, particularly the AITO series, have achieved significant sales milestones, with the AITO M9 becoming the best-selling model in the 500,000 CNY segment in 2024, and the M7 leading the 300,000 CNY category [8][9]. - The company has established itself as a leader in the high-end electric vehicle market, contrasting with the broader trend of price reductions in the new energy vehicle sector [7][8]. Local Government Support - The Chongqing government has played a crucial role in Seres' development by providing resources and policy support, helping the company to establish a comprehensive supply chain and enhance production capabilities [14][15]. - The establishment of the Two Rivers Intelligent Factory exemplifies the government's commitment to facilitating rapid production timelines, significantly reducing the average industry setup time [15].