DAJIN (01081.HK) fell 4.4% on its Hong Kong Main Board debut, closing midday at $63.45 from its $66.4 listing price. The stock swung between $66.45 and $59.05 on volume of 11.22 million shares and turnover of $723.46 million.
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DAJIN drops 4.4% on HK debut as IPO momentum stalls
DAJIN (01081.HK) fell 4.4% on its Hong Kong debut, closing midday at $63.45 from its $66.4 listing price.
Morgan Stanley said recent market concerns over Hong Kong's financial sector are clearly overdone, in a note that offered context for the broader market backdrop facing new listings.
The stock opened at $66.4, matching its listing price, before swinging between a session high of $66.45 and a low of $59.05. Volume reached 11.22 million shares, with turnover of $723.46 million.
The weak debut underscores tepid demand for new listings in Hong Kong, where IPO proceeds have declined amid persistent concerns over liquidity and valuation. DAJIN's first-day performance will be closely watched as a barometer for upcoming Main Board listings.
The company listed on Hong Kong's Main Board with an offer price of $66.4 per share. The midday close at $63.45 represents a discount of $2.95 from the listing price, erasing nearly 4.5 percent of its initial value in the first half of trading.
The broader Hong Kong market has faced headwinds from elevated interest rates and a slower-than-expected economic recovery in China, factors that have weighed on investor appetite for new equity offerings. The Hang Seng Index has struggled to sustain gains, creating a challenging environment for companies seeking to go public.
The pricing gives DAJIN a market valuation that will be tested in afternoon trading. Investors will watch whether the stock can recover toward its listing price in the coming sessions, with the ability to hold above the $60 level seen as a key near-term support test.
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
