ZC Rubber has officially gone public on the Shanghai Stock Exchange under the stock code 603049. The ZC Rubber Initial Public Offering (IPO) involved the issuance of 87.45 million shares at RMB 46.50 ($6.48) per share, opening with a market capitalization exceeding RMB 45 billion (approx. $6 billion).
“This IPO marks a new chapter in ZC Rubber’s journey. It is not only a financial milestone but a strong foundation for our next phase of global development,” said Shen Jinrong, Chairman and General Manager of ZC Rubber.
ZC Rubber says that it has expanded its reach to more than 190 countries and regions since its founding.
With the ZC Rubber IPO, the company says that it aims to:
- Strengthen its research and development capabilities;
- Expand its high-end product portfolio;
- Accelerate smart, innovation-driven manufacturing;
- Pursue strategic overseas investments to grow its international presence.
ZC Rubber said its long-term strategy centers on technology and talent. Each position of the company should enhance its leadership in the global tire market, it said.
As ZC Rubber enters this new financial chapter, the company said it plans to use its raised capital to further its growth. The IPO provides a platform for expanding both product capabilities and geographic reach.
