Core Viewpoint - The A-share merger and acquisition (M&A) market remains active in early 2026, with over 297 disclosed M&A cases, including 12 major asset restructurings, particularly in strategic emerging industries like semiconductors and artificial intelligence [1][6]. Group 1: M&A Activity - In January 2026, several companies, including Yingxin Development, Kangxin New Materials, and Dinglong Co., announced cross-industry M&A plans, with many traditional manufacturing firms transitioning towards semiconductors and high-end equipment [1][3]. - Notable cross-industry M&A cases include: - Yingxin Development acquiring 60% of Changxing Semiconductor for 520 million yuan [8]. - Kangxin New Materials planning to acquire 51% of Wuxi Yubang Semiconductor for 392 million yuan [8]. - Mingyang Smart Energy's acquisition of 100% of Dehua Chip Technology [8]. Group 2: Regulatory Scrutiny - Several cross-industry M&A cases have attracted regulatory attention due to concerns over the authenticity of disclosures and valuation rationality, with companies like Kangxin New Materials and Fengfan Co. receiving inquiry letters from regulators [2][12]. - The regulatory stance is supportive of cross-industry M&A that enhances company quality but is strict against speculative and high-risk transactions [2][15]. Group 3: Financial Performance and Challenges - Many companies engaging in cross-industry M&A face challenges in their core business performance, with some reporting continuous losses: - Yanjiang Co. has struggled with net profits below 30 million yuan [9]. - Kangjian Heshan is projected to incur a net loss of 8 to 12 million yuan in 2025 [9]. - Fengfan Co. anticipates a net loss of 320 to 380 million yuan in 2025 [9]. Group 4: Market Dynamics - The recent regulatory framework encourages compliant companies to pursue cross-industry M&A for industrial transformation and growth, reviving interest in cross-industry deals that had previously declined [5][6]. - The market is witnessing a surge in cross-industry M&A cases, with at least eight disclosed in early 2026, four of which involve semiconductor assets [7].
A股开年297单并购,跨界扎堆半导体
21世纪经济报道·2026-01-29 00:12