Core Viewpoint - Wiyang Control (300420.SZ) announced that its actual controllers, Hou Youfu and Cai Min, plan to transfer a total of 15% of their shares for 675 million yuan, resulting in a change of control to Yao Xiaochun, a founder of an automotive mold company from Dongguan [2][8]. Group 1: Company Background and Changes - Wiyang Control, originally focused on the coal industry, shifted its core business to mechanical parking systems through significant acquisitions, establishing itself as a leader in the sector [3]. - The company underwent a name change to "Wiyang Parking" in 2018, with parking equipment revenue reaching 620 million yuan, accounting for over 62% of total revenue [3]. - The planned transfer of shares is part of a broader strategy, as the actual controllers aim to relinquish control, reducing their combined shareholding to 4.74% [2][8]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Challenges - Since 2022, Wiyang Control has frequently terminated or reduced investments in its projects, leading to a significant decline in revenue and two instances of losses [5]. - The company cited external factors such as economic downturns and a sluggish real estate market as reasons for decreased demand for parking spaces, which has slowed down downstream investment [5]. - The average idle rate for mechanical parking spaces in China is reported at 42%, with some projects exceeding 60%, indicating a significant market challenge [5]. Group 3: New Ownership and Market Reaction - Yao Xiaochun's acquisition will be financed partly through his company, Guangdong Zhongtai Industrial Technology, and partly through bank loans [8]. - The market reacted negatively to the news of the ownership change, with Wiyang Control's stock dropping by 5.71% on the first trading day following the announcement [9]. - Despite assurances from Yao Xiaochun that there will be no major asset purchases or changes to the company's core business in the next 12 months, skepticism remains regarding the future direction of the company [9].