Core Viewpoint - A total of 9 companies have voluntarily delisted this year, with 5 due to absorption mergers and 4 through privatization methods such as tender offers, indicating a trend towards more companies opting for voluntary delisting as regulatory channels for delisting diversify [1][2] Group 1: Company Delisting Trends - 9 companies have voluntarily delisted this year, with 5 involved in absorption mergers and 4 through privatization [1] - Companies that have announced or completed voluntary delisting include Yulong Co., Ltd., AVIC Capital, Tianmao Co., Ltd., Hangzhou Steam Turbine B, Dongxing Securities, and others [1] - The delisting of companies like Hangzhou Steam Turbine B and Dongxing Securities is attributed to absorption mergers, while Yulong Co., Ltd. and others have chosen voluntary delisting due to poor performance or financial difficulties [1] Group 2: Reasons for Delisting - Yulong Co., Ltd. faced severe operational stagnation and cash flow issues, leading to a lack of self-sustaining capability [2] - AVIC Capital, the first financial holding company listed in A-shares, cited significant operational uncertainties that could have major impacts [2] - Industry insiders suggest that voluntary delisting is a strategic choice for controlling shareholders to mitigate greater risks, allowing for better planning and reduced compliance costs [2]

Core Viewpoint - Wafangdian Bearing Co., Ltd. (Wazhou B) is undergoing a voluntary delisting process initiated by its controlling shareholder, Wafangdian Bearing Group Co., Ltd., due to continuous financial losses and operational challenges, marking a significant trend in the capital market towards voluntary delisting as a strategic choice for companies [1][2][4]. Summary by Sections Company Announcement - Wazhou B announced a comprehensive tender offer to acquire all shares from its shareholders, with a total of 158.6 million shares, representing 39.39% of the company's total equity, at a price of HKD 2.86 per share, requiring a maximum funding of HKD 453 million [2]. Financial Performance - Wazhou B has reported continuous losses for six consecutive years, with net profits from 2019 to 2024 recorded as -123 million, -380 million, -206 million, -140 million, -99 million, and -110 million respectively [2]. Market Trends - The number of companies voluntarily delisting has increased, with nine companies announcing such actions in 2023 alone, reflecting a shift in market dynamics and regulatory environment [2][3]. Regulatory Environment - The new regulatory framework emphasizes stricter delisting standards and encourages companies to consider voluntary delisting as a viable option, enhancing market efficiency and promoting a healthier capital market [4][8]. Investor Protection - Regulatory bodies are enhancing protections for investors in voluntary delisting scenarios, including cash options for shareholders, ensuring that minority investors' rights are safeguarded during the process [5][6][7]. Future Outlook - The trend of voluntary delisting is expected to become normalized and diversified, aligning with the broader economic transformation and high-quality development of the capital market, indicating a shift from a focus on maintaining listing status to prioritizing sustainable business growth [8].

Core Viewpoint - Wafangdian Bearing Co., Ltd. (Wafangdian B) is undergoing a voluntary delisting process initiated by its controlling shareholder, Wafangdian Bearing Group Co., Ltd., aiming to protect shareholder interests amid ongoing financial losses and operational challenges [1][3]. Summary by Sections Company Announcement - Wafangdian B announced a comprehensive offer to acquire all shares from its shareholders, with a total of 158.6 million shares (39.39% of total shares) at a price of 2.86 HKD per share, requiring a maximum funding of 453 million HKD [2][3]. Financial Performance - The company has reported continuous losses for six consecutive years, with net profits from 2019 to 2024 showing negative figures: -123 million, -380 million, -206 million, -140 million, -99 million, and -110 million CNY respectively [3][4]. Market Trends - There has been an increase in voluntary delistings in the capital market, with nine companies announcing such actions in 2023 alone, reflecting a shift towards a more efficient market and the need for companies to adapt strategically [5][6]. Regulatory Environment - The new regulatory framework emphasizes stricter delisting standards and encourages companies to pursue voluntary delisting as a viable option, aligning with the "survival of the fittest" principle in the capital market [6][7]. Investor Protection - Regulatory bodies are enhancing investor protection measures for companies opting for voluntary delisting, including cash options for shareholders, ensuring fair treatment during the delisting process [8][9]. Future Outlook - The trend of voluntary delisting is expected to become normalized, indicating a shift in corporate strategy from merely maintaining a listing to focusing on sustainable development and operational efficiency [9][10].

Group 1 - The core viewpoint is that the impact of delisting depends on whether it is voluntary or forced, with significant differences between the two scenarios [1] Group 2 - Voluntary delisting typically occurs when major shareholders or management believe the stock is undervalued and decide to repurchase shares from the market [3] - The impact of voluntary delisting includes premium buybacks, short-term profits for shareholders, reduced disclosure costs for the company, and greater strategic flexibility [3] Group 3 - Forced delisting is triggered by financial non-compliance or significant legal violations [3] - The consequences of forced delisting may include continuous price declines before delisting, inability to trade publicly post-delisting, and difficulties for retail investors to exit [3][7] Group 4 - Transfer delisting occurs when a company's stock moves from A-shares to Hong Kong stocks, allowing for broader financing channels but requiring adaptation to new market rules, which may lead to short-term price volatility [3] Group 5 - Absorption mergers leading to delisting typically involve acquisition by larger companies, providing shareholders with compensation and potentially enhancing long-term corporate value through resource integration [5] Group 6 - For companies, voluntary privatization requires active share repurchases in the short term, but offers greater long-term flexibility and the possibility of relisting [6] - Forced delisting negatively impacts the company's reputation, increases financing difficulties, and raises bankruptcy risks [7] Group 7 - For retail investors, forced delisting allows a 30-day selling period during the delisting adjustment phase, but liquidity is extremely poor, and stocks may become worthless upon transfer to the third board market [7] - In contrast, voluntary delisting often results in buyback prices that exceed market prices, providing an opportunity for retail investors to cash out [8] Group 8 - The overall conclusion is that the implications of delisting are contingent on whether it is voluntary or forced, with voluntary delisting potentially offering benefits and forced delisting representing a negative scenario that necessitates timely loss mitigation [9]

Group 1 - The core reason for Tianmao Group's voluntary delisting is the difficulty in publishing its annual report, which has led to significant uncertainty regarding its business structure [1] - On September 4, Tianmao Group announced its intention to withdraw its A-share listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and transfer to the National Equities Exchange and Quotations for management in the delisting segment [1] - The company faces a deadline to disclose its 2024 annual report within two months from the date of being placed under delisting risk warning (July 7), failing which its stock will be terminated from listing [1] Group 2 - The company plans to provide cash options to dissenting shareholders and other shareholders, with an exercise price set at 1.60 yuan per share, expecting to spend no more than 2.606 billion yuan [1]

Core Viewpoint - *ST Tianmao has announced its decision to voluntarily withdraw its A-share listing from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange and will apply to transfer to the delisting section managed by the National Equities Exchange and Quotations after the termination of its listing [1][3]. Group 1: Company Actions - On August 8, *ST Tianmao first disclosed its intention to voluntarily delist, stating that it would protect the interests of investors by establishing mechanisms for dissenting shareholders and other shareholder protections [3]. - The termination of the listing was approved during the company's first extraordinary general meeting of shareholders in 2025, and the company submitted the necessary application materials to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange [3]. - *ST Tianmao has confirmed that it will maintain stable operations post-delisting and has no plans for major asset restructuring or specific timelines for re-listing after the voluntary delisting [3]. Group 2: Financial and Regulatory Issues - The company faced difficulties in disclosing its 2024 annual report and the first quarter report for 2025, leading to a delisting risk warning on July 8, 2025. If the company fails to disclose a majority of the 2024 annual report within two months of the warning, the Shenzhen Stock Exchange will terminate its listing [4]. - On May 6, *ST Tianmao received a notice from the China Securities Regulatory Commission regarding an investigation for failing to disclose periodic reports on time [4]. - As of August 13, 2025, *ST Tianmao's stock price was 1.58 yuan per share, with a total market capitalization of 7.7 billion yuan, and it had over 111,900 shareholders as of July 18, 2025 [5][6].

Core Viewpoint - *ST Tianmao plans to voluntarily delist from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange due to difficulties in disclosing its annual report, aiming to protect shareholder interests through a resolution at the shareholders' meeting [2][4]. Group 1: Delisting Process - On August 8, *ST Tianmao first announced its intention to voluntarily delist its A-shares from the Shenzhen Stock Exchange [4]. - The company received approval for the delisting at its 2025 first extraordinary shareholders' meeting held on August 25, and subsequently submitted the delisting application to the exchange [4]. - After delisting, *ST Tianmao intends to maintain stable operations and protect shareholder rights, with no current plans for major asset restructuring or a timeline for potential relisting [4]. Group 2: Financial Reporting Issues - *ST Tianmao was unable to disclose its 2024 annual report and the 2025 first-quarter report within the legal timeframe, leading to a delisting risk warning on July 8, 2025 [6]. - If the company fails to disclose a majority of its board's assurance of the report's authenticity within two months of the delisting risk warning, the Shenzhen Stock Exchange will decide to terminate its stock listing [6]. Group 3: Regulatory Actions - On May 6, *ST Tianmao received a notice from the China Securities Regulatory Commission regarding an investigation for failing to disclose periodic reports on time [7]. Group 4: Company Background - *ST Tianmao was publicly listed in 1996 and underwent a significant ownership change in 2002 when Liu Yiqian became the actual controller after acquiring the company [8]. - The company transitioned from a pharmaceutical focus to insurance, primarily operating through its subsidiaries, Guohua Life and Huarui Insurance [8]. - As of August 13, the company's stock price was 1.58 yuan per share, with a total market capitalization of 7.7 billion yuan, and it had over 110,000 shareholders as of July 18 [8][10].

Core Viewpoint - Tianmao Group, controlled by Liu Yiqian, has decided to voluntarily delist after facing difficulties in disclosing its annual report and being subject to delisting risk warnings [1][3]. Group 1: Delisting Decision - Tianmao Group held a shareholders' meeting on August 25, where the proposal for voluntary delisting was approved with a high vote of 98.0562% [1][6]. - The company has been listed for over 20 years and announced its intention to delist on August 8, following an investigation by the China Securities Regulatory Commission [3][4]. Group 2: Shareholder Concerns - Many minority shareholders traveled long distances to attend the meeting, expressing concerns about the delay in the annual report and the company's future [1][3]. - Despite the high approval rate for the delisting, some minority shareholders voted against the proposal due to a lack of substantial responses from the management regarding their questions [1][4]. Group 3: Voting Details - A total of 17 shareholders attended the meeting in person, representing 6.39 million shares, while 6,892 shareholders participated online, representing over 4.2 billion shares [2][3]. - The voting results showed that 41.80 billion shares supported the delisting, while 806.3 million shares opposed it, and 224,000 shares were abstained [6]. Group 4: Financial Aspects - The cash option exercise price was set at 1.60 yuan per share, which is approximately 36% of the company's net asset value per share of 4.41 yuan [4][5]. - Some shareholders criticized the exercise price as being unfair, given the company's failure to disclose its annual report, which led to a non-market decline in stock price [4][5].

Core Viewpoint - *ST Tianmao has successfully passed the proposal for voluntary delisting at its first extraordinary general meeting of shareholders in 2025, with 90% of the participating small investors voting in favor, marking another case of voluntary delisting in the A-share market [1][4]. Group 1: Delisting Decision - The extraordinary general meeting held on August 25 saw 6901 shareholders present, representing 86.93% of the total share capital, with 98.06% voting in favor of the delisting proposal [4]. - The company plans to submit the application for voluntary delisting to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange within 15 trading days following the shareholders' resolution [4]. - The reason for the delisting is attributed to the need for business restructuring, which poses significant uncertainties for operations [4]. Group 2: Cash Option for Shareholders - *ST Tianmao has proposed a cash option for dissenting shareholders, with an exercise price of 1.60 CNY per share, which represents a premium of approximately 10% over the last trading day price before suspension [3][9]. - The total estimated cost for this cash option is not expected to exceed 2.606 billion CNY [10]. - The cash option is designed to protect the interests of minority shareholders, with the company emphasizing the importance of this mechanism [9][12]. Group 3: Market Context and Reactions - The A-share market experienced a record trading volume exceeding 3 trillion CNY on the day of the shareholders' meeting, highlighting the contrasting situation faced by *ST Tianmao's small shareholders [3]. - Some shareholders expressed a desire to accept the cash option to recover funds quickly, while others opposed the price, advocating for a buyback at net asset value [3][4]. - The stock price of *ST Tianmao has been under pressure, dropping significantly since the announcement of the investigation by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) [6][12]. Group 4: Regulatory and Market Implications - The company has been under investigation by the CSRC for failing to disclose its 2024 annual report on time, which could lead to forced delisting if not resolved by September 8 [3][7]. - The trend of voluntary delisting is expected to increase in 2025 due to new regulations encouraging market-driven exits, particularly for companies facing financial difficulties [5].

Core Viewpoint - *ST Tianmao's proposal for voluntary delisting was approved at the shareholder meeting, with 90% of participating small investors voting in favor, marking another case of voluntary delisting in the A-share market [1][3]. Group 1: Delisting Proposal and Shareholder Meeting - The shareholder meeting held on August 25 saw 6901 participants, representing 86.93% of the total shares, with 6898 small investors voting, accounting for 20.16% of the voting shares [3]. - The proposal for voluntary delisting received 98.06% approval from the valid votes, with small shareholders showing a 91.62% approval rate [3]. - The company plans to submit the delisting application to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange within 15 trading days following the shareholder meeting [3]. Group 2: Reasons for Delisting and Financial Status - The delisting is attributed to the company's need for business restructuring due to significant uncertainties affecting operations [3]. - *ST Tianmao has been under investigation by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) for failing to disclose the 2024 annual report on time, leading to a 50% drop in stock price and over half of its market value lost [5][6]. - The company projected a net loss of 500 million to 750 million yuan for 2024, primarily due to increased reserve provisions from its subsidiary, Guohua Life [6]. Group 3: Cash Option for Shareholders - The company has set a cash option for dissenting shareholders at a price of 1.60 yuan per share, which represents a premium of approximately 10% over the last trading day's closing price of 1.45 yuan [7][9]. - The total estimated cost for this cash option is not expected to exceed 2.606 billion yuan, covering up to 1.629 billion shares [8]. - The cash option is designed to protect minority investors, but concerns about the reliability of funds and post-delisting liquidity have been raised [2][9]. Group 4: Market Context and Expert Opinions - The A-share market experienced a record trading volume exceeding 3 trillion yuan on the same day as the shareholder meeting, highlighting the challenging environment for *ST Tianmao's investors [2]. - Experts suggest that the design of the cash option aims to garner support from small shareholders, but caution is advised regarding the risks associated with the company's financial reliability and potential regulatory repercussions [2][9]. - The increasing number of voluntary delistings in 2025 is seen as a response to stricter regulations and market-driven reforms [4].