WF International Limited Announces Closing of Initial Public Offering

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WF International (NASDAQ: WXM), a company specializing in HVAC systems, floor heating, and water purification solutions, has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO). The company offered 1,400,000 ordinary shares at $4.00 per share, raising total gross proceeds of $5.6 million before deducting underwriting costs and expenses.

Trading of WXM shares commenced on the Nasdaq Capital Market on April 1, 2025. The underwriters, The Benchmark Company and Axiom Capital Management, have a 30-day option to purchase an additional 210,000 shares at the offering price, representing 15% of the sold shares.

Positive

• Successfully completed IPO and listed on Nasdaq Capital Market
• Raised $5.6 million in gross proceeds
• Additional potential proceeds through underwriters' option to purchase 210,000 shares

Negative

• Relatively small IPO size of $5.6 million may limit growth potential
• Low IPO price of $4.00 per share suggests early-stage company risks

Insights

Financial Analyst

WF International 's successful IPO represents a significant milestone for this Chinese electromechanical solutions company, but the details reveal a mixed picture. The company raised $5.6 million by selling 1.4 million shares at $4.00 each, with trading commencing on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the ticker WXM.

The relatively modest offering size of $5.6 million (before deducting underwriting discounts and expenses) provides working capital for a company specializing in HVAC systems, floor heating, and water purification systems. In comparison, typical Nasdaq IPOs often raise substantially more capital.

Particularly concerning is the current trading price of $2.86, representing a 28.5% decline from the IPO price in just one day. This immediate drop suggests the offering may have been overpriced relative to investor appetite or that market participants have reservations about the company's prospects or valuation.

The underwriter option to purchase an additional 210,000 shares (15% of the offering) could bring in approximately $840,000 in additional proceeds if exercised, though this becomes less likely if shares continue trading below the offering price.

Despite these concerns, achieving a Nasdaq listing provides WF International with access to U.S. capital markets, enhanced visibility, and potential pathways for future capital raises as the company executes its business strategy. The involvement of established underwriters and legal counsel indicates the company has cleared the necessary regulatory hurdles for its U.S. listing.

CHENGDU, China, April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WF International Limited (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: WXM), an integrated electromechanical solutions company specializing in the supply, installation, fitting-out, and maintenance of HVAC systems, floor heating systems, and water purification systems, today announced the successful closing of its initial public offering (the “Offering”) of 1,400,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of $4.00 per share (the “Offering Price”) to the public. The Offering generated total gross proceeds of $5,600,000, before deducting underwriting discounts and other related expenses. The Company's ordinary shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on April 1, 2025, under the ticker symbol “WXM.”

In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 30-day option to purchase up to an additional 210,000 ordinary shares at the Offering Price, representing 15% of the ordinary shares sold in the Offering.

The Benchmark Company, LLC and Axiom Capital Management, Inc. acted as joint book-running managers for the Offering. Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP acted as U.S. counsel to the Company, and ArentFox Schiff LLP acted as U.S. counsel to the underwriters, in connection with the Offering.

A registration statement on Form F-1 relating to the Offering was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) (File Number: 333-275382), as amended, and was declared effective by the SEC on December 20, 2024. A post-effective amendment to the registration statement on Form F-1 relating to the Offering (File No. 333-275382) was filed with the SEC and was declared effective by the SEC on March 26, 2025. The offering of the securities is being made only by means of a prospectus, forming a part of the registration statement. Electronic copies of the final prospectus relating to the Offering, when available, may be obtained by visiting the SEC’s website located at http://www.sec.gov or by contacting The Benchmark Company, LLC, Attention: Prospectus Department, 150 E. 58th Street, 17th floor, New York, NY 10155, by email at prospectus@benchmarkcompany.com, or by telephone at (212) 312-6700. In addition, a copy of the prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained via the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.

Before you invest, you should read the prospectus and other documents the Company has filed or will file with the SEC for more complete information about the Company and the Offering. This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the Company’s securities, nor shall such securities be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation or sale of the Company’s securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction.

About WF International Limited

WF International Limited specializes in the supply, installation, fitting-out, and maintenance services for HVAC systems, floor heating systems, and water purification systems. With extensive experience serving commercial projects and high-end residential projects throughout Sichuan, China, the Company has established itself as a trusted provider of premium electromechanical solutions.

The Company's portfolio includes installations for HVAC projects such as the International Finance Squares across China, Chengdu Vanke Charm City, Chengdu Raffles Plaza, Chengdu Yinshi Plaza, Chengdu Metro No. Ten Line, and Panzhihua Jinhai Hotel.

Since 2017, WF International has expanded its service offerings to include comprehensive heating and water purification solutions, positioning itself as an integrated supplier of both electromechanical products and installation services for large-scaled commercial projects and real estate developer clients that offer high-end fully furnished homes. For more information, please visit our website at www.wf.international.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the Company's anticipated use of proceeds of this Offering. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "likely," "potential," and "continue." These statements are based on current expectations and projections about future events that may affect our financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Actual results may differ materially due to risks and uncertainties, including those in our "Risk Factors" section in the registration statement filed with the SEC. These factors include, but are not limited to: the uncertainties related to market conditions, industry growth and competition, supplier and customer dependencies, project execution capabilities, expansion plans, economic and political conditions, and technological changes. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results. Investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

Investor Relations Contact:
Matthew Abenante, IRC
President
Strategic Investor Relations, LLC
Tel: 347-947-2093
Email: matthew@strategic-ir.com

FAQ

How much did WF International (WXM) raise in its IPO?

WF International raised $5.6 million in gross proceeds through its IPO by offering 1,400,000 ordinary shares at $4.00 per share.

When did WXM stock begin trading on Nasdaq?

WXM shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on April 1, 2025.

What is the underwriters' option in WXM's IPO?

Underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 210,000 additional shares at $4.00 per share.

Which firms acted as underwriters for WXM's IPO?

The Benchmark Company and Axiom Capital Management acted as joint book-running managers for the offering.