Core Viewpoint - Jiewa Microelectronics Co., Ltd. has officially commenced its IPO journey on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, focusing on becoming a leader in the global analog integrated circuit industry through its innovative and efficient product offerings [2]. Company Overview - Jiewa operates as a virtual IDM model, specializing in the research and development of analog integrated circuits, with a comprehensive core technology architecture that includes process, integrated circuit design, and system definition [2]. - The company offers a wide range of analog integrated circuit products, with approximately 2,200 models available for sale, including over 2,000 power management integrated circuit models, achieving industry-leading status in 2024 [2][4]. Market Position - According to Frost & Sullivan, Jiewa ranks eighth globally and fourth among Chinese analog integrated circuit companies in terms of revenue from power management integrated circuits in 2024 [3]. - In the Chinese market, Jiewa ranks sixth globally and second among local companies for DC-DC integrated circuit revenue in 2024 [3]. - The company also ranks fifth globally and second in China for revenue from power management integrated circuits in the communications market, and sixth globally and second in China for the computing and storage market [3]. Financial Performance - Jiewa's revenues for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024 were RMB 1,447.7 million, RMB 1,296.7 million, and RMB 1,678.8 million, respectively, indicating strong revenue growth in 2024 due to increased demand across various sectors [4]. - The company has significantly invested in R&D, with expenditures of RMB 304.7 million, RMB 499.4 million, and RMB 619.3 million for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024, representing 21.0%, 38.5%, and 36.9% of total revenue, respectively [4]. - As of December 31, 2024, Jiewa employed 776 R&D personnel, accounting for over 62.1% of its total workforce, with approximately 62.9% holding master's degrees or higher [4].