China’s Third-Biggest IPO of the Year Surges in Trading Debut
- Hygon’s IPO raised $1.6 billion amid strong investor demand
- Stock pares some gain after rising as much as 105% earlier
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Shares of Hygon Information Technology Co., a maker and distributor of computer components, surged in their Shanghai debut, making them this year’s second-best opening performance among large listings in China.
The stock closed 67% higher at 60.10 yuan after soaring as much as 105% shortly after open. Hygon’s offering raised 10.8 billion yuan ($1.6 billion) following the sale of 300 million shares at 36 yuan each. It’s the largest debut for the Nasdaq-like Star Board in 2022.