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IPO Analysis

Upcoming IPOs at a glance — master the key concepts behind IPO mechanics

📊 Upcoming IPOs

CodeCompanyOffer PriceP/SListing Date
03231

優地機器人

HK$17.0020.7x2026-09-09
09976

江波龍電子

HK$240.607.5x2026-09-08
09615

梅卡曼德機器人

HK$98.5029.5x2026-09-01
00625

希音-W

HK$48.550.6x2026-09-01
02523

永康控股

HK$2.441.3x待披露
03223

君正股份

HK$100.0014.7x2026-08-25
02041

麥科田生物醫療

HK$15.424.8x2026-09-07
02261

拿森科技

HK$10.422026-08-07
03308

中際旭創

HK$980.002026-07-30
02249

晶合集成

HK$32.302026-07-10
06745

濱化股份

HK$3.482026-07-10
00537

普源精電

HK$45.982026-07-09
01377

鼎泰高科

HK$380.002026-07-09
02475

立訊精密

HK$63.282026-07-09
02797

齊雲山食品

HK$8.002026-07-09
03752

珞石機器人

HK$38.002026-07-09
06951

三環集團

HK$100.302026-07-09
01770

東方科脈科技

HK$89.884.0x2026-07-08
06880

Momenta Group-W

HK$295.6026.9x2026-07-08
07656

深圳瑞為技術

HK$21.6613.9x2026-07-08
07687

北京易控智駕科技

HK$84.548.1x2026-07-08
08090

寶蓋新材料科技

HK$7.332.5x2026-07-08
09971

基本半導體(深圳)

HK$29.5626.9x2026-07-08
02667

北京同仁堂醫養投資

HK$5.852.5x2026-07-07
00668

安克創新科技

HK$99.322.1x2026-07-02
02697

廣東真健康醫療-B

HK$135.40367.9x2026-06-30
03952

浙江來福諧波傳動

HK$77.0028.4x2026-06-30
06715

杭州千島湖鱘龍科技

HK$75.509.9x2026-06-30
06915

江西生物製品研究所

HK$13.0615.9x2026-06-30
01191

北京海光芯正科技

HK$114.007.8x2026-06-29
02672

白鴿在線(廈門)數字科技

HK$20.282026-06-29
09637

禮邦醫藥(江蘇)-B

HK$22.60233.4x2026-06-29
02272

廈門科拓通訊技術

HK$39.554.5x2026-06-27
09630

合肥芯碁微電子裝備

HK$252.7324.1x2026-06-27
01688

廣東領益智造

HK$10.181.5x2026-06-26
01956

北京中科聞歌科技

HK$60.7024.1x2026-06-26
03661

聖邦微電子(北京)

HK$85.2013.7x2026-06-26

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📖 IPO Mechanics: A Beginner's Guide

Understand the key mechanisms behind IPO listings to become a smarter investor

Greenshoe / Over-allotment Option

Underwriters are granted the right to sell up to 15% additional shares to stabilise the share price in early trading. When the price rises, underwriters can exercise the greenshoe to meet market demand; when the price falls, they can buy back shares from the market to support the price. The greenshoe period typically lasts 30 days post-listing.

Clawback Mechanism

When the public offering tranche is oversubscribed by a certain multiple, shares from the international placing are "clawed back" to the public offering at preset ratios. For example: 15–50× oversubscription → public offering increases to 30%; 50–100× → 40%; over 100× → 50%. The clawback mechanism ensures retail investors can receive more shares in hot IPOs.

Subscription Methods — White Form / Yellow Form / eIPO

Retail investors can subscribe through three methods: ① White Form — shares registered in your own name and physical certificates issued, refunds sent by cheque; suitable for long-term holders but slower processing. ② Yellow Form — shares deposited directly into CCASS, can be sold on the first listing day, refunds automatically credited to bank account; the most convenient option. ③ eIPO (Electronic White Form) — subscribe online via bank or broker platforms, no paper forms needed; some platforms waive handling fees. The three methods cannot be used with the same HKID for the same IPO.

Margin Subscription (IPO Financing)

Investors borrow from banks or brokers to subscribe for IPOs, amplifying allocation chances. Margin ratios are typically 90% (i.e., HK$100K principal can subscribe for HK$1M worth of shares). Financing interest is payable, with hot IPO margin rates reaching 3–5% p.a. (calculated on actual days used, typically 5–7 days). Note: ① Margin subscription cut-off is usually half a day earlier than cash subscription; ② If the allotment rate is extremely low, interest costs may exceed the value of allocated shares; ③ Withdrawals (pulling applications) must be made before the deadline, and some brokers charge handling fees. Bank margin rates are usually lower than brokers'.

Public Offering Structure — Tranche A & B

The public offering typically accounts for 10% of total offer shares, with the remaining 90% for international placing. Retail subscriptions are divided into two groups: Tranche A for subscriptions ≤HK$5M, and Tranche B for subscriptions >HK$5M. The allocation mechanism favours smaller subscribers — Tranche A allotment rates are usually higher than Tranche B, though Tranche B receives more shares in absolute terms. When the clawback mechanism is triggered, the public offering share can rise from 10% to a maximum of 50%.

International Placing

Allocation of shares to institutional and professional investors, typically accounting for 90% of total offer shares. Placing targets include funds, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, etc. The subscription status of the international placing (whether fully covered, oversubscription multiples) is an important indicator of market reception, but data is not publicly disclosed.

Cornerstone Investors

Large institutional investors who have committed to subscribing for a specific number of shares before the IPO, typically with a 6-month lock-up period. Cornerstone participation is viewed as an endorsement of company quality. The prospectus discloses the cornerstone list and subscription amounts; retail investors can gauge institutional acceptance of the IPO from this. Notable cornerstone investors include: GIC, Temasek, China Structural Reform Fund, etc.

Sponsors

Investment banks responsible for ensuring listing companies comply with listing rules. Sponsors must conduct due diligence, assist in drafting the prospectus, and submit the listing application to the Stock Exchange. Every IPO requires at least one sponsor, who bears legal responsibility for the prospectus content. The sponsor's reputation directly affects the IPO's credibility.

Underwriters

Investment banks or brokers responsible for distributing IPO shares. The underwriting syndicate typically includes Joint Global Coordinators (JGC), Joint Bookrunners (JBR), and Joint Lead Managers (JLM). Underwriters assume distribution risk through firm commitment or best efforts arrangements. Under a firm commitment, unsold shares are absorbed by the underwriters themselves.

Lock-up Period

Cornerstone investors and controlling shareholders may not sell shares for 6 months post-listing, extended to 12 months in some cases. Share prices often fluctuate around lock-up expiry as the market anticipates potential stake reductions by major shareholders. The prospectus clearly sets out lock-up arrangements for each shareholder class; investors should note the lock-up expiry dates.

Bookbuilding / Price Discovery

Underwriters collect institutional investor orders through roadshows and determine the final offer price based on demand and price sensitivity. The prospectus first announces a price range; the final price may be below, at, or above the upper end. Pricing typically occurs 2–3 days before listing; investors can adjust their subscription decisions once the price is announced.

Stabilizing Manager

Appointed by the underwriters to execute the greenshoe mechanism and stabilise the share price for 30 days post-listing. When the share price falls below the offer price, the stabilizing manager can buy back shares in the market (up to 15% of the offer size) to support the price. The identity and operating rules of the stabilizing manager are disclosed in the prospectus.

Grey Market Trading

On the trading day before listing, from 4:15 PM to 6:30 PM, investors can trade new shares through grey market platforms offered by brokers such as Futu and Phillip. Grey market prices are an important reference for first-day performance — if the grey market rises, the first-day opening is usually higher; if it falls, the IPO may open below the offer price. Grey market trading is limited to each broker's own clients, and prices may differ across brokers.

Allotment Rate

The higher the public offering oversubscription multiple, the lower the retail allotment rate. For hot IPOs (100×+ oversubscription), Tranche A allotment rates can be as low as 5–10%, meaning 10 lots subscribed results in only 1 lot allocated. Tranche B (>HK$5M subscription) allotment rates are typically lower but the absolute number of shares received is higher. Allotment results are announced the day before listing; funds for unsuccessful applications are refunded.

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⚠️ The above content is for educational reference only and does not constitute investment advice. Investing involves risk; prices may go up or down. Before making any investment decision, consult a licensed professional financial adviser and carefully read the prospectus.