Core Viewpoint - The passing of the founder and chairman of Jule Food Co., Ltd. marks a critical juncture for the company as it approaches its fifth attempt at going public, raising concerns about leadership succession and market positioning [2][5]. Group 1: Leadership Transition - The actual controller and chairman, Tong Enwen, passed away on September 6, 2025, at the age of 78 [1]. - Gao Zhaohui, Tong's son-in-law, has been appointed to assume the chairman's responsibilities since July 2025 due to Tong's health issues [4]. - Tong Enwen had initiated leadership succession planning in 2011, ensuring a smooth transition of management [4]. Group 2: Company History and Achievements - Tong Enwen had a significant career, holding various leadership roles since 1966, including the founding of the "Jule" brand in 1984 [3]. - The company has been recognized for its innovation, particularly in the development of the steviol glycoside extraction process [3]. Group 3: IPO Attempts and Challenges - Jule Food has made five attempts to go public, with the latest application submitted to the Beijing Stock Exchange shortly before Tong's passing [5]. - Previous attempts at listing on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange faced multiple setbacks, including the withdrawal of applications and regulatory issues [5][6]. - The company has faced scrutiny from the China Securities Regulatory Commission due to financial irregularities, which have since been addressed [6]. Group 4: Financial Performance and Market Position - Jule Food's revenue for 2022, 2023, and 2024 was reported at 1.472 billion, 1.562 billion, and 1.641 billion respectively, with net profits of 172 million, 196 million, and 232 million [7]. - The company holds approximately 0.82% market share in China's dairy beverage market, ranking eighth, and 0.97% in the blended yogurt market, ranking fourth [7]. - The company has reduced its reliance on the Sichuan market, with revenue from this region dropping to about 76.03% in 2024 [7][8]. Group 5: Regulatory and Market Expansion Concerns - The Beijing Stock Exchange has raised questions regarding Jule Food's market position and expansion capabilities, particularly in light of its reliance on the Sichuan market [8]. - The company has faced declining revenue in its fermented dairy segment, attributed to increased competition and limited consumer demand [8]. - Experts suggest that while Jule Food has potential for profitability, its competitive strength remains concentrated in Sichuan, making broader market penetration challenging [9].

Core Viewpoint - The latest issuance and listing review dynamics from the Beijing Stock Exchange (BSE) reveal a resurgence in IPO applications after a two-year regulatory tightening, with a significant number of companies submitting applications in June 2025 [3][4]. Group 1: IPO Application Statistics - In the first half of 2025, the BSE received applications from 115 companies, with 12 approved by the listing committee and 7 registered by the CSRC, resulting in 6 completed listings and a total financing amount of 1.923 billion yuan [3][4]. - As of June 30, 2025, the BSE had cumulatively accepted 708 IPO applications since the establishment of the selective layer, with 271 companies listed and 244 applications terminated [4]. Group 2: Regulatory Environment - The BSE has intensified its regulatory scrutiny, taking actions against 15 applications for issues related to information disclosure and intermediary quality, including public reprimands and warnings [4][5]. - The number of regulatory actions in the first half of 2025 exceeded the total for the entire year of 2024, indicating a stricter regulatory environment [5]. Group 3: Case Study of Failed IPO - A case study shared by the BSE highlights a failed IPO due to the significant personal debt of the controlling shareholder, which raised concerns about the company's governance and operational stability [7][8]. - The company in question, identified as Suzhou Jufeng Electric Insulation Systems Co., Ltd. (Jufeng Co.), had its IPO application withdrawn after the BSE raised concerns about the impact of the shareholder's debt on the company's future [9][15]. Group 4: Financial Performance and Future Plans - Jufeng Co. has recently restarted its IPO process, having signed a counseling agreement with Everbright Securities and submitted progress reports to the Jiangsu Securities Regulatory Bureau [22][23]. - The company has shown improved financial performance, with revenue and net profit growth in 2024, indicating its potential to pursue an IPO on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's Growth Enterprise Market [25][26].