Group 1 - The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) has requested additional information from Zhongqi Yunchain regarding its business operations and compliance with foreign investment policies before its planned listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange [1][2] - Zhongqi Yunchain is recognized as a leading independent digital financial platform in China, facilitating connections among various stakeholders in the industrial financial supply chain [2] - According to Frost & Sullivan, Zhongqi Yunchain holds the largest market share in China for digital accounts receivable confirmation platforms, with a market share of 14.2% in confirmed accounts receivable amount and 15.0% in total financing obtained in 2024 [2] Group 2 - The CSRC has specifically asked Zhongqi Yunchain to clarify whether its business involves basic telecommunications and value-added telecommunications services, and whether it possesses the necessary operating licenses [1] - The CSRC also requires a detailed explanation of the company's compliance with regulations regarding supply chain financial services aimed at better supporting small and medium-sized enterprises [1] - The company is expected to provide legal opinions confirming the status of shares held by shareholders participating in the "full circulation" plan, including any pledges or freezes [2]

Investment Rating - The report indicates a positive outlook for the ASEAN digital economy, particularly in e-commerce and on-demand services, with expected growth rates of 15% to 20% in the coming years [2]. Core Insights - The ASEAN e-commerce market is highly concentrated, with Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok dominating nearly 90% of the market share, with Shopee leading in Southeast Asia [1][4]. - Indonesia is the largest e-commerce market in Southeast Asia, with a GMV of approximately $160 billion, and is expected to see renewed growth driven by live commerce and video shopping [5]. - The on-demand services market, including food delivery, is projected to accelerate growth in 2024, with significant potential in Vietnam and Indonesia [7]. - The rapid commerce market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate of 20-30% in the coming years, driven by partnerships with traditional retailers [8]. Summary by Sections E-commerce Market Overview - The ASEAN digital economy encompasses e-commerce, tourism, food delivery, and online media, with a total market size of approximately $260 billion [2]. - E-commerce is the largest vertical, valued at around $160 billion, followed by tourism and online media [2]. - Shopee maintains over 50% market share in Southeast Asia, while TikTok Shop is rapidly growing as a strong second player [4]. Indonesia E-commerce Development - Indonesia's e-commerce market is experiencing a resurgence, with a GMV of about $160 billion and a penetration rate that has room for growth compared to China and South Korea [5]. Brazil E-commerce Growth - Brazil's e-commerce market is projected to grow at a rate of 17% in 2024, with a GMV of approximately $64 billion, and Shopee's market share has significantly increased since its entry [6]. On-demand Services Market - The on-demand services market, primarily food delivery, is valued at around $27 billion and has seen a compound annual growth rate of 18% over the past five years [7]. - Grab leads the food delivery market with a share exceeding 50%, while the market remains concentrated with the top players holding 80% to 90% of the total market share [9]. Digital Financial Services - The digital financial services sector is rapidly expanding, with digital loans expected to grow from $70 billion to approximately $300 billion by 2030 [13]. - C Limited has emerged as the largest consumer loan company in the region, with a loan scale exceeding $6 billion [13]. Grab's Business Performance - Grab holds a leading position in the food delivery market with a market share of approximately 50% to 60% and is expected to see stable revenue growth in the coming years [20]. - The company is focusing on expanding into second and third-tier cities to increase usage scenarios and improve operational efficiency through AI [20]. Goto's Business Overview - Goto is a leading player in Indonesia's digital ecosystem, with approximately 70% of its revenue coming from on-demand services, particularly food delivery [21]. - The company is expected to achieve significantly higher positive EBITDA this year while focusing on financial technology and advertising to strengthen its market position [22].