Citi Maintains CAOCAO INC's Target Price at HKD70; Anticipates Synergies from Acquisition
Company Overview: CAOCAO INC (02643.HK) is focused on creating a comprehensive mobility and business travel technology platform for both individual and corporate clients through acquisitions of StarRides and Geely Business.
Market Strategy: Citi reports that targeting corporate clients and high-end users is expected to enhance CAOCAO INC's average revenue per user (ARPU) and profit margins, while fostering customer loyalty and cross-selling opportunities.
Investment Rating: The company's stock rating remains a "Buy," with a target price set at HKD70, indicating confidence in its growth potential.
Short Selling Data: As of the latest report, CAOCAO INC has experienced short selling of $376.88K, with a short selling ratio of 0.626%.
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Stock Performance: CAOCAO INC opened nearly 2% lower and experienced a decline, bottoming at $33.8 before last trading at $34.34, down 3.7% with significant trading volume.
Share Placement Announcement: The company announced a placement of up to 12 million shares at $32.46 each, representing an 8.97% discount to the previous closing price, aiming to raise approximately $383 million.
Use of Proceeds: About 67.7% of the funds raised from the share placement will be allocated to the development of CAOCAO INC's Robotaxi business, both domestically and internationally.
Market Context: The short selling activity was reported at $679.66K with a ratio of 1.091%, indicating a notable level of market interest in the stock's performance.
Acquisition Announcement: CAOCAO INC has completed the acquisition of Weixing Technology Co., Ltd., making it a wholly-owned subsidiary of Hangzhou Youxing as of January 27.
Business Focus: Weixing Technology specializes in luxury travel services under the brand 'StarRides,' offering business limousines, long-term chauffeur services, and airport transportation.
Share Placement Announcement: CAOCAO INC plans to place up to 12 million shares at HKD32.46 each, representing a discount of approximately 8.97% from the previous closing price.
Funding Allocation: The placement is expected to raise around HKD383 million, with about 67.7% of the funds allocated for the development of the company's Robotaxi business both domestically and internationally.

Market Performance: The Hang Seng Index (HSI) rose by 119 points (0.4%) to close at 26,749, with a total market turnover of $240.87 billion.
Active Heavyweights: Notable stock movements included Xiaomi (+2.8%), Alibaba (+2.2%), and HKEX (-1.0%), with significant short selling activity across these stocks.
Top Gainers: Xinyi Solar surged by 11.1%, Pop Mart increased by 6.6%, and New Oriental rose by 3.8%, all showing strong performance among HSI and HSCEI constituents.
High Performers in HSMI & HSSI: MMG and Flat Glass both saw significant gains of 11.5% and 10.4%, respectively, with several stocks hitting new highs during the trading session.

Company Overview: CAOCAO INC (02643.HK) is focused on creating a comprehensive mobility and business travel technology platform for both individual and corporate clients through acquisitions of StarRides and Geely Business.
Market Strategy: Citi reports that targeting corporate clients and high-end users is expected to enhance CAOCAO INC's average revenue per user (ARPU) and profit margins, while fostering customer loyalty and cross-selling opportunities.
Investment Rating: The company's stock rating remains a "Buy," with a target price set at HKD70, indicating confidence in its growth potential.
Short Selling Data: As of the latest report, CAOCAO INC has experienced short selling of $376.88K, with a short selling ratio of 0.626%.

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Market Reaction: Autonomous driving-related stocks, including CAOCAO INC, saw increased buying interest, with CAOCAO bouncing back to trade at HKD31.26 after reaching a peak of HKD31.76.
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