Company Dynamics - Hebei Asset Management Co., Ltd. has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to become the first local asset management company (AMC) from mainland China to be listed in Hong Kong [1] - Hebei Asset is the only institution in Hebei Province qualified for bulk acquisition and disposal of financial non-performing assets, established as a state-owned enterprise approved by the Hebei provincial government in November 2015 [1] - The company is currently controlled by Hebei Construction Investment Group, holding a 56.5% stake, with four other shareholders each holding 9.2% [1] Market Position - According to a report by Zhaoshang Consulting, Hebei Asset ranks second in Hebei Province in terms of the original value of newly acquired non-performing assets in 2024, with a market share of 24.4%, and ranks first among all non-performing asset management companies in the province with a market share of 47.2% for new acquisitions from small and medium-sized banks [2] - The company's non-performing asset operating income for 2022, 2023, and 2024 was RMB 424 million, RMB 222 million, and RMB 512 million, respectively [2] Business Performance - The main business lines of Hebei Asset include non-performing asset acquisition and disposal, restructuring, custody, and consulting services related to non-performing assets, with operating income from non-performing assets and consulting services being the primary revenue sources [2] - In 2024, Hebei Asset's non-performing asset operating income increased by 130% year-on-year to RMB 512 million, achieving a profit of RMB 204 million, while in 2023, the income was RMB 222 million, a 48% decline, resulting in a net loss of RMB 14.5 million [2] Industry Context - The non-performing asset industry is experiencing a competitive landscape characterized by a "pyramid" structure, where the top five local AMCs account for over 40% of the total assets in the industry, while smaller institutions are facing marginalization [3] - The success of Hebei Asset's listing and its potential impact on the local AMC industry is a point of ongoing interest [3]

Core Viewpoint - Hebei Asset Management Co., Ltd. has officially submitted its listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking a significant step as the first local Asset Management Company (AMC) aiming for a public listing in Hong Kong [2][4]. Company Overview - Hebei Asset was established on November 24, 2015, as a state-owned enterprise approved by the Hebei provincial government, and it became the first local AMC in Hebei with qualifications for bulk acquisition and disposal of financial non-performing assets [4][5]. - The company is primarily engaged in the acquisition and disposal of non-performing assets, restructuring, custody services, and related consulting services [4]. Financial Performance - As of the end of 2024, Hebei Asset's total assets reached 7.556 billion yuan, with non-performing asset operating income of 512 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 130% [4][5]. - The revenue from non-performing asset operations has consistently accounted for over 99% of total revenue in the past three years, with the income from disposal and restructuring of non-performing assets showing significant fluctuations [4]. Market Position - In the context of China's AMC landscape, Hebei Asset holds a market share of 24.4% in the acquisition of non-performing assets within Hebei province, ranking second in terms of original value of newly acquired non-performing assets in 2024 [2][4]. - The current market structure includes 59 local AMCs, with Hebei Asset positioned in the middle to lower tier in terms of asset scale [5]. Listing Context - The listing application was submitted on June 27, 2024, with joint sponsors being Jianyin International and Shanzheng International [4]. - The local AMCs face stringent regulatory restrictions for listing on the A-share market, making the Hong Kong market a crucial avenue for expanding financing channels and enhancing corporate credibility [2][6]. Industry Trends - The non-performing asset management industry in China has seen rapid growth, with the original book balance increasing from 4.9 trillion yuan in 2020 to 5.8 trillion yuan in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate of 4.4% [9]. - The local AMC sector is experiencing a trend of differentiation, with the top five local AMCs accounting for over 40% of the total asset scale, while smaller institutions are facing marginalization [9].