Core Viewpoint - Ningbo Feishi Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted an application for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with CICC as the sole sponsor, amid a growing trend of electric drive companies seeking dual listings in Hong Kong and A-shares [1][2]. Financial Performance - The company has faced a "revenue growth without profit" situation, with reported revenues of 1.376 billion yuan, 1.243 billion yuan, 1.5 billion yuan, and 909.19 million yuan for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025 respectively, while incurring losses of 130 million yuan, 112 million yuan, 177 million yuan, and 21.26 million yuan during the same periods [3][4]. - Cumulative losses over three and a half years reached 440 million yuan, primarily due to strategic investments in new energy vehicle solutions and significant impairment losses on financial and contract assets [3][4]. Business Structure - The main business segments include new energy vehicle solutions, special precision electric drive systems, industrial automation solutions, and other services, with the new energy vehicle segment rapidly growing to account for 60.4% of total revenue in the first half of 2025, up from 36.3% in the same period of 2024 [5][6]. - The company has secured 21 projects from commercial vehicle manufacturers and 26 projects from passenger vehicle manufacturers, with 21 projects already in mass production [5][8]. Market Dynamics - The global electric drive solutions market is projected to grow from 278.5 billion yuan in 2020 to 471.3 billion yuan in 2024, and is expected to reach 957.4 billion yuan by 2029, with the Chinese market showing a compound annual growth rate of 18.6% [10][12]. - The demand for electric drive solutions is driven by the urgent need for green and low-carbon transformation in industrial and transportation sectors, with new energy vehicle production in China reaching 12.672 million units in the first ten months of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 28.1% [12]. Competitive Position - As of 2024, Ningbo Feishi is the second-largest supplier of specialized electric drive solutions in China's industrial control sector, with a market share of 6.6% [13][14]. - Despite its leading position, the company faces challenges such as low gross margins, cash flow pressures, and high customer concentration, which could impact its profitability and long-term growth potential [8][14].

Core Viewpoint - Ningbo Feishi Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted an application for listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with CICC as the sole sponsor, amid a growing trend of electric drive companies seeking dual listings in Hong Kong [1][2]. Company Overview - Established in November 2001, Feishi Technology is a leading provider of electric drive solutions in China, offering customized systems characterized by high precision, efficiency, and torque, widely applied in various industrial sectors [2]. Financial Performance - The company has faced challenges with profitability, reporting revenues of 1.376 billion yuan, 1.243 billion yuan, 1.500 billion yuan, and 909.19 million yuan for the years 2022, 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025, respectively. During the same periods, net losses were 130 million yuan, 112 million yuan, 177 million yuan, and 21.26 million yuan, totaling 440 million yuan in losses over three and a half years [3][4]. - Despite a 58% year-on-year revenue increase in the first half of 2025, driven by the rapid growth of the new energy vehicle (NEV) solutions business, the company still reported a net loss of 21.26 million yuan [3][4]. Business Structure - The main business segments include NEV solutions, precision electric drive systems, industrial automation solutions, and other services. The NEV solutions segment has rapidly grown, accounting for 60.4% of total revenue in the first half of 2025, up from 36.3% in the same period of 2024 [5]. - The company has secured 21 projects with commercial vehicle manufacturers and 26 projects with passenger vehicle manufacturers, with 21 projects already in mass production [5]. Profitability and Margins - The gross margin has shown fluctuations, recorded at 8.29%, 14.26%, 16.13%, and 14.64% from 2022 to the first half of 2025 [6]. - The NEV solutions segment has a low gross margin of 1.5%, despite increasing sales volume from 96,700 units in 2022 to 131,800 units in the first half of 2025, with average selling prices dropping from 5,763 yuan to 4,166 yuan [5][6]. Customer Concentration and Risks - The company has a high customer concentration, with the top five customers accounting for 64.7% of revenue in the first half of 2025, up from 53% in 2022. This reliance on a few customers poses risks to profitability [7][8]. - Financial pressures are evident, with negative cash flow from operating activities in most reporting periods, and high levels of accounts receivable, indicating potential liquidity issues [8]. Industry Context - The global electric drive solutions market is projected to grow from 278.5 billion yuan in 2020 to 471.3 billion yuan in 2024, with China expected to see a compound annual growth rate of 18.6% [10]. - The demand for electric drive solutions is driven by the urgent need for carbon reduction in industrial and transportation sectors, with the NEV market in China experiencing significant growth, achieving a penetration rate of 46.4% by October 2025 [12]. Competitive Position - Feishi Technology ranks as the second-largest supplier of specialized electric drive solutions in China's industrial control sector, with a market share of 6.6% as of 2024 [13][14]. - Despite its leading position, the company faces challenges in converting competitive advantages into sustainable profitability due to low margins, cash flow constraints, and high customer concentration [14].

Core Viewpoint - Ningbo Feishi Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Feishi Technology") has submitted a prospectus for an IPO in Hong Kong, despite facing significant financial challenges, including over 440 million yuan in losses over the past three and a half years and a core business with a long-term negative gross margin [2][3]. Financial Performance - During the reporting period from 2022 to June 2025, Feishi Technology reported revenues of 1.376 billion yuan, 1.242 billion yuan, 1.5 billion yuan, and 909 million yuan, with corresponding losses of 130 million yuan, 112 million yuan, 177 million yuan, and 2.1 million yuan, totaling a loss of 440 million yuan [3][4]. - The core business, which focuses on new energy vehicle solutions, accounted for 40.5% to 60.4% of total revenue during the reporting period, with sales figures of 557 million yuan, 374 million yuan, 731 million yuan, and 549 million yuan [3][4]. Gross Margin Analysis - The gross margin for the new energy vehicle solutions was negative throughout the reporting period, with figures of -11.8%, -20.8%, -1.1%, and 1.5%, indicating that the company incurred losses on every 100 yuan of sales in 2023 [5][6]. Research and Development Investment - Feishi Technology has invested heavily in research and development, with total R&D expenses exceeding 404 million yuan over the reporting period, which is 2.78 times the marketing expenses of approximately 145 million yuan [6][7]. - The company employs a significant number of R&D personnel, with 341 out of 1,338 total employees dedicated to R&D, reflecting a strong emphasis on innovation [7][8]. Liquidity and Debt Pressure - The company has consistently faced liquidity issues, with current assets always below current liabilities, resulting in a current ratio below 1, indicating weak short-term solvency [9][10]. - As of June 2025, Feishi Technology had cash and cash equivalents of only 45 million yuan, while needing to service interest-bearing bank loans totaling 575 million yuan, highlighting a significant cash flow challenge [9][10].

Core Viewpoint - Ningbo Feishi Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted its listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, aiming to raise funds for its electric drive solutions business, particularly in the industrial control and new energy vehicle sectors [3]. Company Overview - Founded in 2001, Feishi Technology is a global supplier of electric drive solutions, providing integrated and customized electric drive systems [3]. - The company previously attempted to list on the STAR Market in 2021 but was unsuccessful in raising 1.6 billion RMB [3]. Financial Performance - Feishi Technology has not yet achieved profitability, with revenues of 1.376 billion RMB in 2022, 1.242 billion RMB in 2023, and projected revenues of 1.500 billion RMB in 2024 [4]. - The company reported losses of 1.300 billion RMB in 2022, 1.121 billion RMB in 2023, and is projected to incur a loss of 1.777 billion RMB in 2024 [4]. - For the first half of 2025, revenue increased by 58%, primarily driven by the growth in new energy vehicle solutions, which accounted for 60.4% of total revenue [5]. Market Position - Feishi Technology is the second-largest supplier of specialized electric drive solutions in China's industrial control sector, based on projected sales revenue for 2024 [3]. Client Concentration Risk - The company faces client concentration risk, with a significant portion of its revenue derived from a few major clients, particularly in the new energy vehicle sector [5]. R&D and Acquisitions - As of June 30, 2025, Feishi Technology employed 366 R&D personnel, representing 26.1% of its total workforce [5]. - In 2024, the company acquired Italy's NGTEC to enhance its robotics technology and strengthen its position in industrial automation [5]. Ownership and Management - The company is controlled by its Chairman and CEO, Ren Wenjie, and his spouse, holding a combined 49.48% stake [6]. - The board consists of 10 members, including 4 executive directors, with Ren Wenjie being a long-term leader since the company's inception [6].