Core Viewpoint - The company is issuing a public offering of technology innovation corporate bonds aimed at professional investors, with a total face value not exceeding 5 billion RMB, as part of a larger registration of up to 10 billion RMB approved by the China Securities Regulatory Commission [4][5]. Financial Situation - As of March 31, 2025, the company's net assets amounted to approximately 90.22 billion RMB, with a consolidated debt-to-asset ratio of 43.45% and a parent company debt-to-asset ratio of 29.38% [4]. - The average distributable profit over the last three accounting years was approximately 564.99 million RMB, with net profits for 2022, 2023, and 2024 being 486.07 million RMB, 676.66 million RMB, and 532.22 million RMB respectively [5]. - For the first quarter of 2025, the company reported revenue of approximately 280.27 million RMB, a year-on-year decrease of 7.24%, while net profit was approximately 150.04 million RMB, a year-on-year increase of 4.16% [5]. Bond Issuance Details - The bond issuance is exclusively for institutional investors, with individual investors not permitted to participate [6][7]. - The bonds will be listed and traded on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, and the company will apply for listing as soon as the issuance is completed [7]. - The bonds will be issued at a fixed interest rate of 1.92% with a term of three years [18]. Rating and Compliance - The issuer has received a credit rating of AAA with a stable outlook from China Chengxin International Credit Rating Co., Ltd. [8]. - The bonds will be subject to annual tracking ratings during their term [8]. Market Context - The company operates in a competitive transportation sector, facing challenges from other modes of transport such as rail and air, which may impact highway traffic volumes [9]. - The company's intangible assets, primarily highway concession rights, were valued at approximately 85.35 billion RMB as of the end of 2024 [9]. Corporate Governance - Recent changes in the board of directors include resignations and new appointments, ensuring compliance with the new Company Law and enhancing governance structures [16][18].