Core Viewpoint - The company Daoshengtianhe Materials Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is facing significant challenges in its IPO application process, including unstable revenue, high dividend payouts amidst cash flow issues, and internal shareholder disputes, raising concerns about its governance and financial health [1][2][4]. Financial Performance - Daoshengtianhe's revenue from 2020 to 2024 has shown volatility, with figures of approximately 33.32 billion, 31.27 billion, 34.36 billion, 32.02 billion, and 32.38 billion respectively, indicating inconsistent performance [4]. - The net profit during the same period was 1.38 billion, 0.85 billion, 1.1 billion, 1.55 billion, and 1.55 billion, with a significant drop of over 30% in 2021 [4]. - The company has distributed a total cash dividend of 250 million from 2021 to 2023, which accounts for 81.17% of its net profit of 308 million during that period, significantly exceeding the scrutiny standards for large dividends [3][4]. Shareholder Dynamics - The ownership structure of Daoshengtianhe is complicated, with the controlling shareholders, Ji Gang and Zhang Ting, holding 60.47% of the shares and possessing U.S. permanent residency [4]. - There have been low-priced share transfers among shareholders, raising suspicions of potential benefit transfers, which have destabilized the company's equity structure [3]. Governance Issues - The company has experienced severe internal conflicts among shareholders, which have been publicly visible and have negatively impacted corporate governance [2]. - The initial chaotic shareholding arrangements reflect a lack of governance awareness, and ongoing litigation during the IPO process raises concerns about internal stability [2]. Market Position and Strategy - Daoshengtianhe aims to enter the high-end adhesive market, but its existing production capacity utilization rates are low, at 29.65%, 76.35%, and 78.65% for 2022-2024, indicating potential overexpansion risks [6]. - The company’s products are under scrutiny for being classified as "high pollution" and "high environmental risk," which could hinder its market acceptance [6][7]. Environmental Concerns - The company has faced criticism regarding its environmental practices, particularly in relation to its products being similar to those listed as "high pollution" by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment [6][7]. - Despite adjustments to its investment projects, a significant portion of its planned production still aligns with "high pollution" products, raising questions about its environmental compliance and project planning [7].