On November 14, the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) released supplementary material requirements for overseas listings, seeking clarification from Rigol Technologies (688337.SH) on whether its business operations involve sectors restricted or prohibited for foreign investment.
Rigol Technologies, an electronic measurement instruments provider, submitted its Hong Kong Main Board IPO application on September 29, with CITIC Securities acting as the sole sponsor. The CSRC has requested the company to address the following matters, with legal verification required:
1. **Overseas Subsidiary Setup**: Clarify compliance with foreign investment filing procedures for overseas subsidiaries and provide a conclusive opinion. 2. **Business Scope**: Confirm whether subsidiaries operate in sectors restricted or prohibited for foreign investment and ensure ongoing compliance with foreign investment policies post-listing. Additionally, detail the specifics of subsidiaries engaged in "non-residential property leasing and property management," including actual operations. 3. **IPO Plan**: - Align the issuance plan with the "Guidelines for Overseas Listings No. 2." - Update on overseas fundraising projects and regulatory approvals or filings.
According to its prospectus, Rigol Technologies is a leading global electronic measurement instruments supplier, ranking eighth worldwide by revenue in 2024. The company designs and manufactures comprehensive testing solutions under the "RIGOL" brand, serving over 100,000 clients across 90+ countries in sectors like communications, renewable energy, semiconductors, and education.
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