SHEIN Raises Over HK$13.5 Billion in IPO: Where Will the Funds Go?

[Ebrun Original] On September 1, Shein International Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as "SHEIN") was officially listed on the stock exchange, with an offering price of HK$48.56 per share, an offering market capitalization of approximately HK$206.2 billion, and a latest market capitalization of HK$190 billion, raising total proceeds of over HK$13.5 billion.

According to the prospectus, SHEIN plans to allocate the IPO proceeds to four areas:

(1) Enhancing technological capabilities: Strengthening and upgrading technology infrastructure, procuring cloud and server services; developing proprietary technologies (including improving user interfaces, creating cloud-based software solutions for suppliers, etc.), deploying AI-driven models and tools; and hiring 1,500 to 2,000 full-time technical staff globally.

(2) Boosting brand awareness and expanding global footprint: Investing in multi-channel marketing campaigns and brand marketing initiatives, hiring approximately 5% more sales and marketing staff globally, and planning to expand local sales and marketing teams in the U.S., Europe and other markets with growth potential.

(3) Strengthening corporate responsibility: Enhancing supply chain management, including expanding the scope and depth of its Supplier Responsible Sourcing (SRS) policy, developing and implementing supplier training and empowerment programs, and strengthening internal governance to comply with evolving standards across different markets. In addition, SHEIN will also advance corporate responsibility initiatives and innovations related to environmental protection and sustainable development.

(4) General corporate purposes.

In terms of development strategy, the prospectus outlines the company's six future development priorities: attracting new customers and increasing user engagement, further expanding product categories and offerings, advancing sustainable development and social impact commitments, creating more opportunities for designers and brands, strengthening supply chain and fulfillment infrastructure, and continuing to invest in talent and technology.

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