Core Viewpoint - The company, Huolala, has submitted its IPO prospectus to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange for the sixth time, with Goldman Sachs, Bank of America Securities, and JPMorgan as underwriters. The updated prospectus indicates significant growth in global transaction volume and revenue for the first half of 2025 compared to the previous year [1][3]. Group 1: Financial Performance - In the first half of 2025, Huolala's global transaction volume (GTV) reached $5.967 billion, a year-on-year increase of 17.7%, with revenue of $935 million, up 31.8%, and a net profit of $245 million, reflecting a 33.3% growth [1][4]. - The total revenue from 2020 to 2025 is projected to grow from $529 million in 2020 to $1.593 billion in 2025, with a reported revenue of $935 million in the first half of 2025 [4][5]. Group 2: Market Presence and Operations - Huolala has completed 8 rounds of financing since its establishment in 2013, with major investors including Hillhouse Capital, Tencent, and Sequoia Capital. The platform facilitated over 779 million completed orders in 2024, with a GTV of $10.274 billion [3]. - As of June 30, 2025, Huolala operates in over 400 cities across 14 global markets, with international revenue accounting for over 9.3% of total revenue [3]. Group 3: Monetization and Strategy - The monetization rate of Huolala's freight platform services in mainland China decreased from 10.3% in 2023 to 9.6% in 2024, attributed to a strategic adjustment in commission rates for selected order types [6]. - In contrast, the monetization rate in overseas markets has increased from 14.6% in 2022 to 15.9% in 2025, driven by a focus on high-potential clients and favorable market conditions [6]. Group 4: Regulatory Environment - Huolala has faced multiple regulatory discussions regarding operational practices and compliance with market regulations. The company has committed to optimizing its algorithms and reducing commission rates to enhance driver earnings and improve transparency [7][8].