IPO - WF International Ltd.
Form Type: 424B4
Filing Date: 2025-04-01
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112225000505
Filing Summary: WF International Limited is conducting its initial public offering (IPO) of 1,400,000 ordinary shares at an initial price of $4.00 per share. The shares are set to be listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol 'WXM'. The company, incorporated in the Cayman Islands, primarily operates through subsidiaries in China, focusing on providing HVAC system services. The prospectus outlines that upon offering completion, Ms. Ke Chen will retain a significant control over the company, owning approximately 56% of outstanding shares post-offering. Risks highlighted include market volatility, significant regulatory scrutiny over Chinese companies, particularly concerning overseas listings, and the impact of U.S.-China relations on operations. The document also notes compliance with the newly introduced Trial Measures by the CSRC for overseas listings, with a filing completed for this offering. Should regulatory hurdles arise, this could adversely impact their ability to continue operations and share pricing.
Additional details:
Ordinary Shares Offered: 1400000
Initial Public Offering Price: 4
Underwriting Discount Per Share: 0.28
Total Public Offering Price: 5600000
Proceeds Before Expenses: 5208000
Control Percentage Post Offering: 56
Regulatory Filing Completed: Yes
Form Type: CORRESP
Filing Date: 2025-03-24
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112225000434
Filing Summary: WF International Ltd. has filed a request for the effective date of the post-effective amendment to its Registration Statement on Form F-1 to be declared effective on March 26, 2025, at 4:15 p.m. This request, made by The Benchmark Company, LLC on behalf of the underwriters, is part of the company's efforts to proceed with its initial public offering. Additionally, the company is preparing to distribute preliminary prospectuses to underwriters and comply with relevant SEC rules regarding the offering process.
Additional details:
Rule Number: 461
Registration Statement File Number: 333-275382
Underwriter Name: The Benchmark Company, LLC
Effective Date Request Time: 2025-03-26T16:15:00Z
Compliance Rule: 15c2-8
Form Type: POS AM
Filing Date: 2025-03-12
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112225000370
Filing Summary: WF International Limited, a Cayman Islands holding company, filed a Post-Effective Amendment No. 2 to its Registration Statement on Form F-1 on March 11, 2025, to update details related to its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) of 1,400,000 ordinary shares at an offering price of $4.00 per share. The filing indicates that the company has not yet sold any securities under the initial Registration Statement, which was declared effective by the SEC on December 20, 2024. Key updates include the company's classification as an emerging growth company and a foreign private issuer, allowing it to comply with reduced public company reporting standards. Following the offering, Ms. Ke Chen will maintain significant influence over the company as she will own approximately 56% of the shares. The document also outlines potential risks associated with market operations in China, regulatory scrutiny from the PRC government, and the implications if the PCAOB cannot inspect their auditor. The prospectus emphasizes that investments in the company's shares carry significant risks and uncertainties.
Additional details:
Registration Number: 333-275382
Ordinary Share Price: 4.00
Total Public Offering Price: 5600000
Underwriting Fee Per Share: 0.28
Proceeds Before Expenses: 5208000
Form Type: CORRESP
Filing Date: 2025-02-19
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: Update
Accession Number: 000173112225000260
Filing Summary: WF International Ltd. submitted a letter to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with Post-Effective Amendment No. 1 to Registration Statement on Form F-1, which was filed on February 19, 2025. The company had previously filed a Registration Statement on Form F-1 on November 8, 2023, for an initial public offering (IPO) of its ordinary shares, which was declared effective on December 20, 2024. Although the Nasdaq Stock Market LLC approved the listing of the Company’s ordinary shares on January 16, 2025, no securities have yet been sold under this Registration Statement, and the Offering has not been consummated. The current filing is to include the most recent audited financial statements and update certain information; however, no additional securities are being registered, and the terms of the Offering remain unchanged. The company appreciates the SEC Staff's consideration of this amendment and is open to further inquiries regarding the Offering.
Additional details:
Key Name: registration_statement_no
Value: 333-275382
Key Name: effective_date
Value: 2024-12-20
Key Name: nasdaq_listing_approval_date
Value: 2025-01-16
Key Name: contact_person
Value: Richard I. Anslow
Key Name: contact_phone
Value: (212) 370-1300
Key Name: ceo_name
Value: Ke Chen
Form Type: POS AM
Filing Date: 2025-02-19
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112225000262
Filing Summary: WF International Limited is conducting its initial public offering (IPO) of 1,400,000 ordinary shares at an initial price of $4.00 per share. No securities have been sold under the previously filed Registration Statement, which was declared effective on December 20, 2024. The Company is a Cayman Islands holding company with operations primarily in China and intends to list its shares on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol "WXM". Ms. Ke Chen, the director and CEO, beneficially owns 70% of the shares and will control approximately 56% post-offering. The filing also addresses regulatory risks, challenges in foreign operations, and potential impacts from new PRC regulations affecting overseas listings. The proceeds from the offering are intended for corporate purposes, but risks associated with PRC government interventions and accounting inspections are noted. The Company is classified as an emerging growth company and foreign private issuer under U.S. federal securities laws, allowing it to comply with reduced reporting requirements.
Additional details:
Approximate Date Commencement: As soon as practicable after this registration statement becomes effective
Ordinary Shares Offered: 1,400,000
Initial Public Offering Price: $4.00
Total Public Offering Price: $5,600,000
Underwriting Fee: $0.28
Proceeds Before Expenses: $3.72
Total Proceeds: $5,208,000
Controlled Company: Yes
Listing: Pending on Nasdaq under symbol WXM
Form Type: 424B4
Filing Date: 2025-01-15
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112225000084
Filing Summary: WF International Ltd. is conducting an initial public offering (IPO) of 1,400,000 ordinary shares at an offering price of $4.00 per share, with total proceeds anticipated to be $5,600,000. The company is a Cayman Islands holding company, primarily operating through its subsidiaries in China, focusing on HVAC solutions. This offering has been structured in compliance with the 'Trial Administrative Measures of Overseas Securities Offering and Listing' enacted by the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC), and the CSRC has completed its filing procedure for this offering. The CEO, Ms. Ke Chen, holds a significant influence over the company, currently owning 70% of the shares, set to own approximately 56% post-offering. The offering is subject to a controlled company status under Nasdaq regulations, which could exempt WF from specific corporate governance requirements. The company faces notable risks, including regulatory uncertainties in China affecting operations and share value, particularly linked to ongoing government interventions and new compliance standards. Additionally, recent inspections by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) may create future challenges about compliance and operational transparency in the U.S. market. The expected listing on Nasdaq is pending approval, and the underwriters will receive an underwriting fee of $392,000.
Additional details:
Ordinary Shares Offered: 1400000
Offering Price Per Share: 4
Total Public Offering Price: 5600000
Underwriting Fee Per Share: 0.28
Total Underwriting Fee: 392000
Proceeds To Company: 5208000
Expected Listing Date: January 30, 2024
Controlled Company Status: yes
Form Type: CORRESP
Filing Date: 2024-12-20
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112224002013
Filing Summary: WF International Limited has filed a request for acceleration of effectiveness of its Registration Statement on Form F-1, initially filed on November 8, 2023. The company seeks to have the registration become effective on December 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This filing indicates the company's intent to proceed with an initial public offering (IPO) as it prepares for the public market.
Additional details:
Company Name: WF International Limited
Address: No. 1110, 11th Floor, Unit 1, Building 7, No. 477, Wanxing Road Chengdu, Sichuan, China, 610041
Contact Number: +86 (28) 86210882
Filing Type: Acceleration Request
Registration Statement Type: Form F-1
Filing Date: 2024-12-20
Form Type: CORRESP
Filing Date: 2024-12-20
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000173112224002015
Filing Summary: WF International Limited has filed a request for the effective date of its Registration Statement on Form F-1 to be declared effective on December 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. (Washington, D.C. time). The request is supported by The Benchmark Company, LLC, which represents the underwriters of the offering. The filing indicates that the company is preparing for an initial public offering (IPO) and aims to ensure adequate distribution of the preliminary prospectus among potential underwriters and dealers. Additionally, compliance with pertinent rules under the Securities Act and the Securities Exchange Act is confirmed by the undersigned.
Additional details:
Registration Statement Initial Filing Date: 2023-11-08
Underwriter Name: The Benchmark Company, LLC
Underwriter Contact Name: Michael Jacobs
Underwriter Contact Title: Managing Director, Head of Equity Capital Markets
Effective Time Request: 2024-12-20T16:00:00Z
Form Type: CORRESP
Filing Date: 2023-11-07
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: Update
Accession Number: 000173112223002048
Filing Summary: WF International Ltd. submitted its Amendment No. 1 to Draft Registration Statement on Form F-1 in response to the SEC comment letter dated September 21, 2023. The Company addressed a concern regarding the failure to register two lease agreements, which have now been registered as of September 27, 2023. This corrective action eliminates the associated risk previously noted in the 'Risk Factors' section of the Registration Statement. The Company’s legal counsel is available for further inquiries.
Additional details:
Lease Agreements Registered Date: 2023-09-27
Comment Letter Date: 2023-09-21
Registration Statement Filed Date: 2023-09-07
Legal Counsel Name: Richard I. Anslow
Legal Counsel Firm: Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP
Ceo Name: Ke Chen
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