Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen has introduced a significant policy aimed at promoting high-quality development in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) from 2025 to 2027, with ambitious targets for the local market [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Objectives - By the end of 2027, the total market capitalization of listed companies in Shenzhen is expected to exceed 20 trillion yuan, with the goal of nurturing 20 companies with a market value of over 100 billion yuan each [2]. - The M&A market is targeted to achieve both quantity and quality improvements, with over 200 completed M&A projects and a total transaction value exceeding 100 billion yuan [2]. Group 2: Key Tasks - The action plan emphasizes connecting with the Hong Kong capital market to facilitate domestic and international M&A resources [4]. - Support will be provided for qualified industry leaders to list or refinance in Hong Kong, enhancing the efficiency of cross-regional M&A and broadening the scope of resource integration [4]. - Innovative tools such as cross-border asset transfers, dual-direction equity investments, and cross-border syndicate loans will be utilized to promote orderly cross-border M&A integration [4]. - The plan encourages the establishment of equity investment funds in collaboration with Hong Kong to invest in industrial M&A projects [4]. - Cooperation between Shenzhen Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange will be strengthened to explore interconnected mechanisms for M&A and financing, aiming to enrich M&A financing tools and enhance payment flexibility [4]. - Local securities firms are encouraged to collaborate with overseas branches to provide professional services in investment, financial advisory, and cross-border M&A to assist Chinese enterprises in regional expansion [4].