Core Viewpoint - Several companies from Shanghai, including Topu CNC, have submitted IPO applications to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, with Topu CNC being a notable player in the high-end manufacturing sector [1]. Company Overview - Topu CNC, founded in May 2007, is headquartered in Minhang District, Shanghai, and was transformed into a joint-stock company in November 2016 [2]. - The company focuses on the research, design, production, and sales of high-end intelligent manufacturing equipment, particularly five-axis CNC machine tools, to meet the advanced manufacturing needs of China's aerospace sector [4]. Financial Performance - Topu CNC has raised approximately 630 million RMB in funding over the past few years, with major investors including Shanghai Yiding Investment and Dinghui Investment [3]. - The company's revenue has shown growth, with figures of 136 million RMB in 2022, 335 million RMB in 2023, and projected revenues of 532 million RMB in 2024 and 445 million RMB for the first half of 2025. Net profits transitioned from losses of 197 million RMB in 2022 to a profit of 6.9 million RMB in 2024 [9][10]. - The gross profit margin improved significantly from -18.3% in 2022 to 42.9% in the first half of 2025, indicating better cost management and sales performance [9]. Product Line and Market Position - Topu CNC's product line includes aerospace intelligent manufacturing equipment, compact general-purpose five-axis machine tools, and large-size carbon fiber composite five-axis machine tools [6]. - The aerospace intelligent manufacturing equipment accounted for 94% of the company's revenue in the first half of 2025, down from 97.5% in 2022, indicating diversification in revenue sources [11]. - The company holds a leading position in the Chinese aerospace five-axis CNC machine tool market with an 11.6% market share and ranks fifth among all suppliers in the five-axis CNC machine tool market with a 4.3% share [29]. Industry Context - The CNC machine tool market in China is projected to grow from 86.5 billion RMB in 2020 to 116.9 billion RMB by 2024, with a compound annual growth rate of 5.3% [27]. - The five-axis CNC machine tool market is expected to increase from 7 billion RMB in 2020 to 10.8 billion RMB by 2024, representing about 9.2% of the overall market [27]. - Domestic suppliers are expected to capture a larger share of the five-axis CNC machine tool market, increasing from 18% in 2020 to over 75% by 2029 [29]. Challenges - The company has faced challenges with cash flow, recording negative operating cash flows in recent years due to high inventory levels and reliance on state-owned enterprises, which have longer cash conversion cycles [16][14]. - The cash conversion cycle for sales to state-owned enterprises was significantly longer than for non-state enterprises, impacting the company's liquidity [14][15].

Core Viewpoint - Shanghai Topu Numerical Control Technology Co., Ltd. (Topu Numerical Control) has submitted a listing application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after achieving profitability in 2024 following years of losses, with revenue growth nearing threefold over the past two years [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Topu Numerical Control, established in 2007, focuses on the research, design, production, and sales of high-end intelligent manufacturing equipment, primarily five-axis CNC machine tools used in the aerospace sector [2][7]. - The company ranks first in the Chinese aerospace five-axis CNC machine tool market, holding an 11.6% market share [2]. Group 2: Financial Performance - After losses in 2022 and 2023, Topu Numerical Control reported a profit of 6.89 million RMB in 2024, with gross profit rising from a loss of 24.79 million RMB in 2022 to nearly 200 million RMB in 2024 [3][4]. - Revenue figures for the fiscal years 2022, 2023, and 2024 were 136 million RMB, 335 million RMB, and 531 million RMB, respectively, indicating a growth of nearly three times over two years [2][4]. Group 3: Market and Industry Context - The global CNC machine tool market is projected to exceed 130 billion USD by 2025, with China accounting for 30% of this market, expected to surpass 450 billion RMB this year [2]. - The high-end five-axis machine tool market in China is estimated to exceed 13 billion RMB [2]. Group 4: Product and R&D Developments - Topu Numerical Control has expanded its product line, achieving revenue of 23.84 million RMB from compact general-purpose five-axis machine tools in fiscal year 2024, and 19.02 million RMB from large-size carbon fiber composite five-axis machine tools in the first half of fiscal year 2025 [5]. - R&D expenditures have decreased from 108 million RMB in 2022 to 86 million RMB in 2024, with a further reduction to 36 million RMB in the first half of 2025 [5][6]. Group 5: Funding and IPO Attempts - Topu Numerical Control has completed multiple funding rounds since 2011, with a valuation reaching 580 million RMB by the end of 2023 [8]. - This marks the company's fourth attempt at going public, having previously applied for listings on the Sci-Tech Innovation Board in 2019 and 2020, both of which were terminated during the inquiry stage [8].

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Core Viewpoint - Shanghai Topper CNC Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted its IPO application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, marking its third attempt after two unsuccessful attempts at the Sci-Tech Innovation Board [1][6][7] Group 1: Company Overview - Founded in May 2007 by Wang Yuhan, Li Yuhao, and other shareholders, the company specializes in high-end intelligent manufacturing equipment [3] - The company achieved profitability in 2024, with a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 97.9% over the past two years [1][4] Group 2: Market Position - In 2024, Topper CNC ranked first in the Chinese aerospace five-axis CNC machine tool market with a market share of 11.6% [3] - The company is ranked fifth among all suppliers in the Chinese five-axis CNC machine tool market, and third among domestic suppliers, with a market share of 4.3% [3] Group 3: Financial Performance - Revenue for the years 2022 to 2024 was 136 million, 335 million, and 532 million yuan, respectively, with a CAGR of 97.9% [4] - Net profit for the same period was -197 million, -62 million, and 6.886 million yuan, achieving profitability in 2024 [4] Group 4: Product Offerings - The product portfolio includes aerospace intelligent manufacturing equipment, compact general-purpose five-axis machine tools, and large carbon fiber composite five-axis machine tools [3] - The company sold the world's first five-axis machine tool that fully utilizes carbon fiber composite materials in all moving parts [3] Group 5: IPO and Funding - The IPO proceeds will be used for research and development, expanding sales and marketing networks, potential acquisitions and investments, and repaying part of the interest-bearing bank loans [9] - Prior to the IPO, Wang Yuhan directly held 36.82% of the shares and controlled an additional 1.93% through an employee stock ownership platform, totaling 38.74% [10]

Core Viewpoint - Shanghai Topu Numerical Control Technology Co., Ltd. has submitted its IPO application to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after two unsuccessful attempts at the Sci-Tech Innovation Board, marking a significant step in its growth trajectory [1][8]. Group 1: Company Overview - Founded in May 2007 by Wang Yuhan, Li Yuhao, and two other shareholders, the company specializes in the research, design, production, and sales of high-end intelligent manufacturing equipment [4]. - The company achieved profitability in 2024, with a revenue compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 97.9% over the past two years [2][5]. Group 2: Market Position and Product Offering - In 2024, Topu ranked first in the Chinese aerospace five-axis CNC machine tool market with a market share of 11.6%, and fifth among all suppliers in the five-axis CNC machine tool market with a 4.3% share [4]. - The five-axis CNC machine tool market is projected to grow from 10.8 billion yuan in 2024 to 27 billion yuan by 2029, at a CAGR of 20.1% [4]. - The product portfolio includes aerospace intelligent manufacturing equipment, compact general-purpose five-axis machine tools, and large-size carbon fiber composite five-axis machine tools [4]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Revenue for the years 2022 to 2024 was 136 million yuan, 335 million yuan, and 532 million yuan, respectively, with net profits of -197 million yuan, -62 million yuan, and 6.886 million yuan, indicating a turnaround to profitability in 2024 [5][6]. - In 2024, 94.7% of total revenue was derived from the sales of aerospace intelligent manufacturing equipment [6]. Group 4: IPO Journey and Future Plans - This marks the third attempt for the company to go public, having previously submitted applications in June 2019 and June 2020, both of which were withdrawn or terminated [8]. - The funds raised from the IPO will be allocated for research and development, expanding sales and marketing networks, potential acquisitions, and repaying part of the interest-bearing bank loans [9].