Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Zejing Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd. is pursuing an IPO in Hong Kong, facing challenges such as losses, high asset-liability ratio, and pressure from downstream clients for price reductions [1][5]. Group 1: Financial Performance - The main product, HUD solutions, has seen a continuous decline in average price from 974.31 RMB in 2022 to 865.47 RMB in 2024, while the gross margin has improved from 22.6% in 2022 to 27.3% in 2024 [2][3]. - The sales volume of HUD solutions increased significantly from approximately 17.57 thousand units in 2022 to 62.46 thousand units in 2024, representing a growth of 2.55 times [2][3]. - Despite the increase in sales volume, the company's labor costs decreased by 12.82% in 2024, amounting to 25.33 million RMB [3]. Group 2: Market Position - Zejing Electronics holds a market share of 16.2% in the Chinese HUD solutions market, ranking second among suppliers as of 2024 [3]. - The revenue growth rate slowed significantly from 156.6% in 2023 to 5.1% in 2024, indicating potential market challenges [3][5]. Group 3: Client Dependency and Revenue Sources - The top five clients contributed a substantial portion of the company's revenue, accounting for 93.0% in 2022, 93.8% in 2023, and 80.9% in 2024 [4]. - Revenue from the top five clients decreased by 9.13% in 2024, amounting to 468 million RMB compared to 515 million RMB in 2023 [5]. Group 4: Challenges Ahead - The company has not achieved profitability during the reporting period, with an asset-liability ratio of 215.6% and a current ratio of only 41.2% as of 2024 [6]. - Trade receivables reached 296 million RMB by the end of 2024, with an increase in the average collection period from 102.2 days in 2022 to 140.5 days in 2024 [6]. - The company may face ongoing pricing pressure from automotive manufacturers, which could adversely affect its business and financial performance [7].

Core Viewpoint - Jiangsu Zejing Automotive Electronics Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Zejing Electronics) is pursuing an IPO in Hong Kong, facing challenges such as continuous price declines in its main product, HUD solutions, while managing to improve its gross margin during the same period [1][3]. Group 1: Financial Performance - From 2022 to 2024, the sales revenue from HUD solutions is the primary income source for Zejing Electronics, with gross margins increasing from 22.6% in 2022 to 27.3% in 2024 [3][4]. - The average price of HUD solutions decreased from 974.31 RMB per unit in 2022 to 865.47 RMB in 2024, despite an increase in sales volume [6][7]. - The company achieved a significant increase in HUD solution sales volume, growing from approximately 175,700 units in 2022 to 624,600 units in 2024, representing a growth of 2.55 times [6][7]. Group 2: Cost Management - Despite the decline in average selling prices, Zejing Electronics managed to improve its gross margin through effective cost control and economies of scale, with raw material costs increasing at a slower rate than sales volume [7][8]. - In 2024, the company's labor costs decreased by 12.82% year-on-year, amounting to 25.33 million RMB, while sales volume of HUD solutions increased by 16.84% [8][9]. Group 3: Market Position and Challenges - As of 2024, Zejing Electronics holds a market share of 16.2% in the Chinese HUD solutions market, ranking second among suppliers [9]. - The company's revenue growth rate significantly slowed from 156.6% in 2023 to 5.1% in 2024, attributed to a more cautious approach in securing long-term contracts and adjustments in client production plans [9][10]. - The top five customers contributed a substantial portion of Zejing Electronics' revenue, accounting for 93.0% in 2022, 93.8% in 2023, and 80.9% in 2024, with a decline in sales revenue from these customers in 2024 [9][10]. Group 4: Financial Health - Zejing Electronics has not achieved profitability during the reporting period, with a debt-to-asset ratio of 215.6% and a current ratio of only 41.2% as of the end of 2024 [13][14]. - The company's trade receivables reached 296 million RMB by the end of 2024, with an increase in the average collection period from 102.2 days in 2022 to 140.5 days in 2024 [13][15].

Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint The Hong Kong IPO market has seen significant activity from May 5 to May 11, with 8 companies submitting applications, 3 companies passing hearings, 1 company going public, and 3 companies listing. Group 1: IPO Applications - A total of 8 companies submitted IPO applications, including Zhongqi Yunlian, MIRXES, YS Intelligent, Xidi Zhijia, Tong Shifu, Zhejing Electronics, Zhongding Integration, and Fuyou Payment [2][3] - Zhongqi Yunlian, established in 2015, is a leading independent digital financial platform in China, with a projected revenue of 6.52 billion RMB in 2022, increasing to 9.91 billion RMB by 2024 [3] - MIRXES, founded in 2014, specializes in miRNA technology for disease screening, with projected revenues of approximately 177.59 million USD in 2022, growing to 202.83 million USD by 2024 [4][5] - YS Intelligent, focusing on AI-driven pharmaceutical solutions, has raised over 500 million USD from notable investors and has a post-money valuation of 1.33 billion USD [6] - Xidi Zhijia, a provider of autonomous driving solutions, reported revenues of 310.56 million RMB in 2022, expected to reach 410 million RMB by 2024 [7] - Tong Shifu, established in 2013, leads the copper cultural products market in China with a 35% market share, projecting revenues of 503 million RMB in 2022 [8] - Zhejing Electronics, a pioneer in smart cockpit solutions, reported revenues of approximately 214 million RMB in 2022, with expectations of growth [9] - Zhongding Integration, a provider of smart logistics solutions, reported revenues of approximately 1.643 billion RMB in 2022, with a projected increase [11] - Fuyou Payment, a digital payment technology platform, reported revenues of approximately 1.142 billion RMB in 2022, with growth anticipated [12] Group 2: Companies Passing Hearings - Heng Rui Pharmaceutical, a leading innovative pharmaceutical company, reported revenues of 21.275 billion RMB in 2022, expected to grow to 27.985 billion RMB by 2024 [13][14] - Ningde Times, a leader in battery manufacturing, is expected to raise between 4 billion to 5 billion USD in its IPO, with a market share of 37.9% in the global battery market by 2024 [15][16] - Jihong Co., a dual-driven company in cross-border e-commerce and paper packaging, reported revenues of 5.376 billion RMB in 2022, with growth expected [17] Group 3: IPO and Listings - Green Tea Group is set to launch its IPO, offering 168 million shares at a price of 7.19 HKD per share, with significant interest from cornerstone investors [18] - Boleton, listed on May 7, priced at 18 HKD per share, saw a closing price of 24.9 HKD, reflecting a 38% increase [19] - Hu Shang Ayi, listed on May 8, had an opening price of 190.6 HKD, closing at 158.4 HKD, a 40.03% increase from its issue price [20] - Jun Da Co., also listed on May 8, opened at 22.2 HKD and closed at 26.6 HKD, marking a 20.09% increase [20] Group 4: Market Developments - The Hong Kong Stock Exchange has launched a "Tech Company Fast Track" to facilitate IPO applications for technology and biotech companies, allowing for confidential submissions [21]