Investment Rating - The report maintains a rating of "Accumulate" for the company, with a target price of 16.50 yuan [6][13]. Core Insights - The controlling shareholder, China Energy Conservation, plans to increase its stake in the company by 365 to 730 million yuan, reflecting confidence in the company's future development prospects [2][13]. - The company achieved a revenue of 2.826 billion yuan in the first three quarters of 2025, representing a year-on-year growth of 2.31% [13]. - The company is actively expanding into the new materials sector, with significant projects underway, including the second phase of the Wanrun Industrial Park, which will produce semiconductor-related materials [13]. Financial Summary - Total revenue is projected to decline from 4.305 billion yuan in 2023 to 3.693 billion yuan in 2024, before recovering to 4.857 billion yuan by 2027, with a CAGR of 13.6% from 2025 to 2027 [4][14]. - Net profit attributable to the parent company is expected to decrease significantly from 763 million yuan in 2023 to 246 million yuan in 2024, before increasing to 577 million yuan by 2027 [4][14]. - Earnings per share (EPS) are forecasted to rise from 0.27 yuan in 2024 to 0.63 yuan in 2027 [4][14]. Market Data - The company's market capitalization is approximately 13.069 billion yuan, with a 52-week stock price range of 9.79 to 14.39 yuan [7][8]. - The company has a net asset value per share of 7.80 yuan, with a price-to-book ratio of 1.8 [8][14]. Industry Context - The company operates within the basic chemicals and raw materials sector, focusing on new materials [5].

Core Viewpoint - Wanrun Co., Ltd. announced a plan for its controlling shareholder, China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group, to increase its stake in the company by investing between 365 million and 730 million yuan over a six-month period starting November 24, 2025, to boost investor confidence and promote stable development [1][2] Group 1: Shareholder Actions - China Energy Conservation currently holds 212 million shares, accounting for 23.01% of the total share capital, while its subsidiary holds an additional 20.1 million shares, bringing the total to 25.19% [2] - The announcement follows a previous increase in shareholding by another major shareholder, Luyin Investment Group, which acquired approximately 20.1 million shares for about 201 million yuan [3][2] Group 2: Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, Wanrun reported a revenue of 2.826 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 2.31%, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of 306 million yuan, up 3.27% [6] - The company's net profit excluding non-recurring items grew by 14.02% to 292 million yuan during the same period [6] Group 3: Subsidiary Listing Plans - Wanrun is accelerating the plan for its subsidiary, Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd., to go public, with the application for listing on the Beijing Stock Exchange having been accepted [7] - The planned issuance will not exceed 46.875 million shares, aiming to raise up to 1.15 billion yuan, with significant funds allocated for OLED materials projects [7] Group 4: R&D Investment - Wanrun has significantly increased its R&D investment, with expenses rising from 295 million yuan in 2021 to 423 million yuan in 2024, reflecting a commitment to innovation [5] - The R&D expense ratio increased from 6.78% to 11.46%, indicating a strong focus on sustainable development through innovation [5]

Core Viewpoint - Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Jiumu Chemical), backed by Wanrun Co., Ltd., is preparing for an IPO on the Beijing Stock Exchange, but faces concerns regarding its financial performance and inventory levels [1][3]. Company Overview - Jiumu Chemical specializes in the research, production, and sales of OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) front-end materials, including OLED sublimation precursor materials and intermediates [4]. - The company was established in 2005 and became a subsidiary of Wanrun Co., Ltd. after its acquisition in 2010, with Wanrun currently holding 45.33% of Jiumu Chemical's shares [4][5]. Financial Performance - Jiumu Chemical's revenue increased from 706 million yuan in 2022 to 962 million yuan in 2024, while net profit rose from 204 million yuan to 254 million yuan during the same period [8]. - However, in the first three quarters of the current year, the company reported a revenue decline of 17.36% year-on-year, totaling 611 million yuan, and a net profit drop of 23.47%, amounting to 154 million yuan [8][9]. Inventory Concerns - The company's inventory has surged to 523 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of approximately 25.12%, raising questions about potential unsold stock [9]. - Inventory accounted for 66.78% of current assets as of the third quarter, up from 58.58% in 2022 [9]. Expansion Plans - Despite the underutilization of production capacity (below 80%), Jiumu Chemical plans to raise 1 billion yuan for expansion, aiming to add 280 tons of OLED front-end materials capacity [3][9]. - The company's production capacity utilization rate has significantly decreased from 108.54% in 2022 to 68.08% in 2023 [9]. Shareholder Activity - Notable shareholders include individuals who have realized substantial profits from their investments, with one individual reportedly cashing out over 300 million yuan [5][6]. - The shareholder structure includes institutional investors, with some having exited their positions shortly after investing [6][8].

Core Viewpoint - Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Jiumu Chemical"), backed by Wanrun Co., Ltd., is striving for an IPO on the Beijing Stock Exchange, but faces challenges due to declining profits and rising inventory levels amid plans for significant expansion [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Jiumu Chemical specializes in the research, production, and sales of OLED front-end materials, including sublimation materials and intermediates [4]. - The company was established in 2005 and became a subsidiary of Wanrun Co., Ltd. after its acquisition in 2010. Wanrun holds a 45.33% stake in Jiumu Chemical [5]. Group 2: Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of this year, Jiumu Chemical's net profit declined by over 20%, while inventory surged to 523 million yuan, raising concerns about potential overstock [2][12]. - Revenue for the first three quarters was 611 million yuan, a year-on-year decrease of 17.36%, with net profit at 154 million yuan, down 23.47% [12]. - The average selling price of Jiumu Chemical's core product, OLED sublimation front materials, dropped by approximately 15.7% from 5,265.85 million yuan per ton in 2024 to 4,439.75 million yuan per ton in Q1 of this year [12]. Group 3: Shareholder Dynamics - The shareholder list of Jiumu Chemical includes notable figures, with two natural persons having cashed out nearly 500 million yuan over three years, realizing profits exceeding 300 million yuan [2][3]. - The "Luxiao system" family has a significant stake, with Ma Xiaoyuan, the daughter-in-law of the controlling family, holding 12.36% of the shares, making her the second-largest shareholder [8]. Group 4: Expansion Plans and Market Concerns - Despite a production capacity utilization rate below 80%, Jiumu Chemical plans to raise 1 billion yuan for expansion, which has drawn scrutiny from the exchange regarding the necessity and risks of such expansion [2][13]. - The company has previously distributed substantial dividends, totaling over 200 million yuan from March 2022 to May 2025, raising questions about the timing of the expansion plans [13].

Core Viewpoint - Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd., backed by Wanrun Co., is pushing for an IPO on the Beijing Stock Exchange, despite facing declining profits and rising inventory levels [1][2]. Company Overview - Jiumu Chemical specializes in the research, production, and sales of OLED front-end materials, including sublimation materials and intermediates [3]. - The company was established in 2005 and became a subsidiary of Wanrun Co. after its acquisition in 2010. Wanrun Co. holds a 45.33% stake in Jiumu Chemical [4]. Shareholder Dynamics - The shareholder list includes notable figures, such as the daughter-in-law of the Lu Xiao Jun family, and two mysterious individuals who cashed out nearly 500 million yuan over three years, with profits exceeding 300 million yuan [2][6]. - Significant changes in shareholding occurred shortly after capital increases, with major investors realizing substantial profits from their investments [6][7]. Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of this year, Jiumu Chemical reported a revenue of 611 million yuan, a year-on-year decline of 17.36%, and a net profit of 154 million yuan, down 23.47% [10]. - The company's inventory has surged to 523 million yuan, raising concerns about potential unsold stock [10][11]. Market Conditions - The OLED industry is experiencing an oversupply, impacting the pricing of Jiumu Chemical's core products. The average price of OLED sublimation materials fell by approximately 15.7% from the previous year [10]. - Despite the declining demand and profitability, the company plans to raise 1 billion yuan for expansion, aiming to add 280 tons of production capacity for OLED materials [11]. Production Capacity and Utilization - Following the launch of its first-phase project, the company's production capacity utilization dropped significantly from 108.54% in 2022 to 68.08% in 2023, with a further decline to 74.24% in early 2025 [11].

Core Viewpoint - Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Jiumu Chemical"), backed by Wanrun Co., Ltd., is racing towards its listing on the Beijing Stock Exchange, but faces challenges with declining profits and rising inventory levels amid plans for significant capacity expansion [1][2]. Shareholder Structure - Jiumu Chemical's shareholder list includes notable figures, such as the daughter-in-law of the "Luxiao system" and two mysterious individuals who cashed out nearly 500 million yuan in three years, with profits exceeding 300 million yuan [2][3]. - Wanrun Co., Ltd. holds a 45.33% stake in Jiumu Chemical, making it the controlling shareholder [3]. Financial Performance - In the first three quarters of this year, Jiumu Chemical's net profit declined by over 20%, while inventory surged to 523 million yuan [2][9]. - Revenue fell by 17.36% year-on-year to 611 million yuan, with a net profit of 154 million yuan, down 23.47% [9]. - The average selling price of Jiumu Chemical's core product, OLED sublimation front materials, decreased by approximately 15.7% from the previous year [9]. Capacity Expansion Plans - Despite a production capacity utilization rate of less than 80%, Jiumu Chemical plans to raise 1 billion yuan for significant capacity expansion, aiming to add 280 tons of OLED front-end materials and other functional materials [10]. - The company has faced scrutiny from the exchange regarding the necessity and rationality of this expansion given the current underutilization of existing capacity [10]. Dividend History - Prior to the planned fundraising for expansion, Jiumu Chemical distributed substantial cash dividends totaling over 200 million yuan from March 2022 to May 2025 [10].

Core Viewpoint - Yantai Jiumu Chemical Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Jiumu Chemical"), backed by Wanrun Co., Ltd., is racing towards its listing on the Beijing Stock Exchange, but its fundamentals show signs of concern as net profit has dropped over 20% in the first three quarters of this year, while inventory has surged to 523 million yuan [1][4]. Group 1: Company Background - Jiumu Chemical specializes in the research, production, and sales of OLED front-end materials, including OLED sublimation materials and intermediates [2]. - Established in 2005, Jiumu Chemical became a subsidiary of Wanrun Co., Ltd. after its acquisition in 2010, with Wanrun holding 45.33% of Jiumu's shares [2]. Group 2: Shareholder Dynamics - The shareholder list of Jiumu Chemical includes institutional and individual investors, with significant transactions involving natural persons who have cashed out nearly 500 million yuan over three years, yielding profits exceeding 300 million yuan [1][3]. - Notably, the "Luxiao Group" and other institutions entered the shareholder structure in 2018, with initial investments at 1.81 yuan per registered capital [2]. Group 3: Financial Performance - Jiumu Chemical's revenue grew from 706 million yuan in 2022 to 962 million yuan in 2024, but the net profit has seen a decline, with a 17.36% drop in revenue to 611 million yuan and a 23.47% decrease in net profit to 154 million yuan in the first three quarters of this year [4][5]. - The average selling price of Jiumu's core product, OLED sublimation materials, has decreased by approximately 15.7% from 5,265.85 million yuan per ton in 2024 to 4,439.75 million yuan per ton in the first quarter of this year [5]. Group 4: Inventory and Expansion Plans - Jiumu Chemical's inventory has increased significantly, reaching 523 million yuan by the end of the third quarter, a rise of about 25.12% compared to the previous year [5][6]. - Despite the low capacity utilization rate of below 80%, the company plans to raise 1 billion yuan for expansion, aiming to add 280 tons of OLED front-end materials capacity [6]. Group 5: Market Context - The OLED industry is currently facing an oversupply situation, which has affected demand and pricing for Jiumu Chemical's products [4][5].

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the company is "Buy" with a target price not specified [6][18]. Core Views - The company reported a revenue of 2.826 billion yuan for the first three quarters of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 2.3%. The net profit attributable to the parent company was 306 million yuan, up 3.3% year-on-year. In Q3 alone, revenue reached 956 million yuan, showing an 18.6% increase year-on-year but a 5.2% decrease quarter-on-quarter. The net profit for Q3 was 87.47 million yuan, up 8.4% year-on-year but down 36.7% quarter-on-quarter [1][2]. Financial Performance - The gross profit margin for the first three quarters was 39.20%, a decrease of 0.9 percentage points year-on-year. In Q3, the gross profit margin improved to 40.1%, an increase of 0.4 percentage points year-on-year and 0.3 percentage points quarter-on-quarter. However, the net profit margin for Q3 was only 13.04%, unchanged year-on-year but down 3.0 percentage points quarter-on-quarter [2]. - The company experienced significant asset impairment losses in Q3, amounting to 21.33 million yuan, which was a substantial increase compared to the same period last year [2]. Business Segments - The company’s various business segments showed stable performance. The revenue from zeolite series environmental materials in Q3 was higher than the same period last year, although the overall revenue for the first three quarters was lower than last year. The decline in Q3 revenue compared to Q2 was attributed to the distribution of downstream orders [3]. - In the liquid crystal segment, demand from downstream mixed crystal customers remained stable compared to last year. The OLED materials segment saw stable revenue from its main products, while the semiconductor materials segment reported higher revenue in Q3 compared to last year, including sales of photoresist monomers and resins [3]. - The life sciences and pharmaceutical business also showed revenue growth in Q3 compared to the same period last year. The revenue from polyimide products in the electronic display field increased year-on-year in Q3 [3]. Future Outlook - The company is actively advancing its high-performance polymer products, including thermoplastic polyimide products. The second phase of the Wanrun Industrial Park project, which focuses on photoresist materials, has commenced construction with a planned capacity of approximately 751 tons [4]. - The profit forecast for the company remains stable, with expected net profits of 520 million yuan, 631 million yuan, and 704 million yuan for 2025, 2026, and 2027 respectively [4].

Core Viewpoint - The company, Lite-On Optoelectronics, is accelerating its industrial layout in the OLED sector by planning to issue convertible bonds to raise up to 766 million yuan, marking a significant step towards its new development phase and reflecting its commitment to expanding in OLED materials and emerging business areas [1][2][3]. Group 1: Fundraising and Investment Plans - Lite-On Optoelectronics plans to issue convertible bonds totaling no more than 766 million yuan with a maturity of 6 years, aiming to fund several key projects [2]. - Of the raised funds, 500 million yuan will be allocated to the construction of new material production bases, enhancing the production capacity of OLED intermediates and other materials [2]. - The company will invest 34 million yuan in upgrading production facilities to improve automation and efficiency, and 32 million yuan in developing a platform for perovskite materials [2][3]. Group 2: Financial Performance - For the first three quarters of 2025, the company reported a revenue of 423 million yuan, an increase of 18.77% year-on-year, and a net profit of 180 million yuan, up 38.62% year-on-year [1][3]. - The net profit excluding non-recurring items reached 170 million yuan, reflecting a significant growth of 46.51% year-on-year [1][3]. - The growth in revenue is primarily driven by increased sales of OLED terminal materials, supported by strong demand in various applications such as smartphones and automotive displays [3]. Group 3: Cost Management and Efficiency - The company has implemented cost reduction and efficiency enhancement strategies, resulting in an 8.75% decrease in operating costs for the first three quarters, which contributed to a 39.08% increase in total profit [4]. - The gross profit margin has improved, with quarterly profit growth reaching 44.98% [4]. Group 4: Research and Development Focus - Lite-On Optoelectronics emphasizes research and development as a core driver of growth, with R&D expenditures amounting to 49.29 million yuan in the first three quarters, a year-on-year increase of 12.39% [5]. - The R&D investment in the third quarter alone was 17.22 million yuan, reflecting a significant growth rate of 24.24% [5]. - R&D spending accounted for 13.12% of revenue in the third quarter, indicating a strong commitment to innovation [5][6]. Group 5: Future Outlook - The company aims to leverage the upcoming convertible bond issuance to enhance production capacity, optimize product structure, and strengthen technological innovation, positioning itself to benefit from the rapid growth of the domestic OLED industry [6]. - With a focus on building a self-controlled supply chain in OLED materials, the company is set to contribute significantly to the independent development of the OLED industry in China [6].

Core Viewpoint - The IPO journey of Jiuyou Chemical faces significant challenges due to declining performance and concerns over sustainability of growth, despite its strong background as a subsidiary of Wanrun Co., Ltd. [1] Company Overview - Company Name: Jiuyou Chemical Co., Ltd. - Established: September 8, 2005 - Major Shareholder: Wanrun Co., Ltd. holds 45.33% of shares, with China Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Group as the actual controller [1][6] - Main Business: Research, production, and sales of OLED front-end materials, including sublimation materials and intermediates [1] Financial Performance - Jiuyou Chemical's revenue and net profit have declined in 2023, with Q3 revenue at 611 million, down 17.36% year-on-year, and net profit at 154 million, down 23.47% [10][11] - In contrast, the company had shown growth from 2022 to 2024, with revenues of 706 million, 878 million, and 962 million, and net profits of 204 million, 210 million, and 254 million respectively [7][8] Customer Concentration - Jiuyou Chemical has a high customer concentration, with sales to the top five customers accounting for 72.93%, 71.40%, and 77.45% from 2022 to 2024 [12][13] - The company relies heavily on exports, with overseas sales constituting over 80% of total revenue, raising concerns about trade policy impacts [13][14] Production Capacity and Inventory Issues - The company plans to raise 1.15 billion for capacity expansion, but faces challenges with low capacity utilization rates, which were 108.54%, 68.08%, 76.58%, and 74.24% from 2022 to Q1 2025 [18][20] - Inventory levels have increased significantly, with book value rising from 314 million in 2022 to 477 million in 2025, leading to a declining inventory turnover rate [20][21] Fundraising and Investment Plans - The planned investment includes 1 billion for the OLED display materials project and 150 million for a research center, totaling 1.7 billion [5][18] - The company must address concerns regarding the rationality of continued investment in new capacity amid low utilization and rising inventory [19][21]