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In recent months, a significant trend has emerged among publicly listed companies as they increase their focus on market value managementThis shift is largely attributed to enhanced policies from financial regulatory bodies regarding stock buybacks and the option to use loans for repurchasing sharesThe new regulations, initiated in October 2024, have resulted in a wave of announcements from companies seeking to leverage bank loans for stock buybacks, with approximately 354 firms taking advantage of this opportunity to dateThis ambitious push underscores a growing recognition of the importance of maintaining robust market valuations.

According to data from Wind, the total amount allocated for these stock repurchases hovers near 70 billion yuan, creating a substantial financial inflow into the marketNotably, private enterprises have been at the forefront of this movement, with over 230 of them participating—accounting for more than 65% of the overall activityThis indicates a strong willingness among privately owned companies to adopt proactive measures in enhancing their market presence.

Additionally, there has been a remarkable response to regulatory calls for improved market value maintenance mechanismsSince mid-November 2024, at least 58 companies have introduced new market value management policies or strategies aimed at enhancing their valuations, with approaching 60% of these announcements coming from the private sectorAnalysts suggest that this bullish sentiment is crucial for reinforcing investor confidence and stabilizing the overall capital market landscape.

Market experts agree that the drive for effective value management is not solely a tactic for increasing company valuations, but also serves as a critical strategy in ensuring the stability of capital market operationsThe participation of around 58% of private enterprises in this initiative signifies an understanding of their role and responsibility in contributing to overall market health and credibility.

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They provide the necessary liquidity and capital that sustains corporate activities and growthIn recent years, regulatory guidance has encouraged companies to sharpen their operational efficiencies, improve profitability, and enhance transparency in financial reportingThrough methods such as scheduled dividends, stock buybacks, and increasing stakes by major shareholders, firms aim to provide tangible long-term value to their investors.

As of November 15, 2024, an initiative has emerged to compel listed firms to develop a keen awareness of their intrinsic value, effectively aiming to enhance shareholder returnsCompanies are now expected to focus on improving operational efficiencies while adhering to compliance protocols for strategic approaches such as mergers, acquisition deals, stockholder incentive plans, cash dividends, investor relations management, clear communication, and buyback strategies.

The movement towards better market value management has garnered much attention, and numerous firms have expressed their commitment through different platformsAs of early February 2025, at least 58 companies have publicly committed to this, with 34 of them being private sector entities, representing roughly 58.6% of the total share of firms engaged in this effort.

Take for example Yuxin Technology's announcement on February 8. The company emphasized the need to concentrate on core business operations and enhance efficiency as part of its broader market value management goalsIt highlighted the need to consider its situation comprehensively to effectively utilize buybacks, capital restructuring, and performance incentives for its team's growth and motivation.

Similarly, Huatai Company revealed plans to boost its valuation in light of the continuous decline in its stock priceThe firm’s stock closed below the last reported net asset value for a consecutive 12 months, triggering the need for strategic measures such as improving relations with investors, offering cash dividends, increasing buybacks, and reaffirming their commitment to shareholder wealth through judicious operational practices.

Industry insiders, such as wealth management expert Yao Xusheng, have acknowledged the multifaceted benefits that effective market value management brings to listed companies

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Key gains include enhancing intrinsic value through better governance processes, improving operational proficiency, and cultivating innovation within the sector to fortify the corporate competitive landscapeFurthermore, proper engagement in value management sends positive signals to stakeholders, thereby boosting investor confidence in the firm and possibly increasing stock price stability over time.

Amid these developments, private enterprises have increasingly engaged in stock repurchase loansReputable strategies for raising company valuations on an international scale are incorporated into a robust set of practices in the Chinese market as companies look to solidify their market positionsFinancial institutions beginning in mid-October introduced loan programs for qualifying firms and their major shareholders for stock buyback initiatives, ensuring that substantial access to funding is readily available.

The proactive adoption of stock buyback polices has, according to Wind, resulted in 354 companies announcing loan implementations for stock purchase programs, with a total loan amount close to 67.37 billion yuanPrivate companies dominate this subset of market activity, comprising over 65% of the participating firms.

Starting in 2025, ongoing stock buybacks have shown persistent momentum, with 99 A-share companies and major shareholders reportedly acquiring the requisite loans worth approximately 14.73 billion yuanThe sustained involvement of private firms is particularly telling, as they represent 64.65% of those who have capitalized on these opportunities.

Chen Shi, a fund manager with Mingze Investment, attributes this rising participation of privately-owned firms to a mixture of heightened market competition driven by reforms and a gradual recognition of market value management as a key strategy for long-term growthAs these firms aim to solidify their competitive edge in the capital market, a more diversified approach to value management will likely elicit innovation and robust sectoral growth.

The broader market can expect continued improvements in the investment ecosystem led by these developments

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