Zeekr Group Announced Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Combined Financial Information

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Zeekr Group (NYSE: ZK) has completed strategic integration transactions with entities within the Geely group, as announced on March 20, 2025. The key transaction involves Zhejiang Zeekr acquiring a total 50% stake in LYNK & CO for RMB9 billion (US$1.23 billion), consisting of:

- 30% equity from Volvo Car China for RMB5.4 billion (US$740 million)
- 20% from Geely Holding for RMB3.6 billion (US$493 million)

Additionally, Zhejiang Zeekr subscribed to LYNK & CO's capital increase for RMB367 million (US$50 million). Following these transactions completed on February 14, 2025, Zeekr now owns 51% of LYNK & CO, with Ningbo Geely holding the remaining 49%. The company has released unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information as of December 31, 2023 and 2024, treating this as a business combination under common control.

Positive

• Acquired controlling stake (51%) in LYNK & CO, expanding market presence
• Strategic integration strengthens Zeekr's position in premium NEV segment
• Transaction consolidates Zeekr's control over two major brands (Zeekr and LYNK & CO)

Negative

• Significant cash outlay of RMB9.367 billion (US$1.28 billion) for acquisition
• Integration costs and synergy realization uncertainties noted in financial statements

Insights

Financial Analyst

Zeekr's acquisition of LYNK & CO represents a significant strategic consolidation within the Geely automotive ecosystem. The company has invested approximately $1.28 billion to secure a 51% controlling stake in LYNK & CO through a series of transactions, including $740 million paid to Volvo Car China and $493 million to Geely Holding, plus a capital injection of $50 million.

This move effectively transforms Zeekr from a single-brand EV manufacturer into a multi-brand premium NEV group with greater market reach. LYNK & CO, established in 2016 as a joint venture between Geely and Volvo, has developed a distinctive market position with its subscription-based mobility model and hybrid/electric vehicles targeting younger demographics.

The transaction structure suggests careful strategic planning within the Geely group to optimize its premium EV assets. By consolidating these brands under Zeekr, the group likely aims to create synergies in development resources, strengthen its competitive position against both traditional luxury automakers and EV-native challengers, and potentially increase Zeekr's market capitalization through expanded scale and brand diversification.

While the immediate financial impact remains to be fully assessed, this integration positions Zeekr to accelerate growth through shared technology, streamlined operations, and broader market coverage. Investors should note that management has not disclosed specific synergy targets or integration timelines, which will be critical factors in determining the long-term value creation from this transaction.

Accounting Specialist

The accounting treatment of this transaction as a "business combination of entities under common control" is particularly noteworthy. This designation means Zeekr will incorporate LYNK & CO's financial history as if they had always been combined, rather than using acquisition accounting that would start from the transaction date. This approach provides continuity in financial reporting for stakeholders but makes it more challenging to isolate LYNK & CO's specific contribution to future results.

The preparation of pro forma condensed combined financial information extending back to include fiscal years 2023 and 2024 aims to provide investors with a clearer picture of what the combined entity would have looked like historically. However, as explicitly stated in the disclosure, these pro forma statements don't reflect potential synergies, integration costs, or future performance projections.

Investors should pay close attention to several accounting considerations going forward: (1) potential goodwill or intangible asset recognition from the transaction, (2) how the $1.28 billion transaction affects Zeekr's balance sheet and leverage ratios, and (3) whether the capital structure optimally supports future growth plans.

While the financial metrics for the combined entity aren't specified in this announcement, the size of the transaction (18% of Zeekr's current market cap) suggests this integration will materially impact Zeekr's financial profile. The completion timing (February 14, 2025) means that Q1 2025 results will include partial contribution from LYNK & CO, with full quarterly impact visible from Q2 2025 onward.

HANGZHOU, China, March 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited ("Zeekr Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: ZK), the world's leading premium new energy vehicle group, today announced that it entered into strategic integration transactions (the "Strategic Integration Transactions") with certain entities inside Geely group that was previously announced in the Form 6-K filed with the SEC on November 14, 2024. The Strategic Integration Transactions include LYNK & CO Acquisition and LYNK & CO Capital Injection. Zhejiang ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd ("Zhejiang Zeekr") acquired 30% equity interest of LYNK & CO from Volvo Car (China) Investment Co., Ltd. and 20% from Geely Holding at purchase prices of RMB5.4 billion (US$740 million) and RMB3.6 billion (US$493 million), respectively. Zhejiang Zeekr subscribed to an increase in LYNK & CO's registered capital for a subscription price of RMB367 million (US$50 million). Following the equity transfer and capital injection, LYNK & CO is owned as to 51% by Zeekr and 49% by Ningbo Geely. The transactions were completed on February 14, 2025.

The transactions are accounted for as a business combination of entities under common control. The accompanying unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information is presented to give effect to the combination as if it were completed at the beginning of the historical periods presented.

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information consists of pro forma condensed combined balance sheet data as of December 31, 2023 and 2024, and pro forma condensed combined income statement data and cash flow data for each of the two years in the period ended December 31, 2024. Such pro forma financial information is prepared based on information derived from: (1) audited consolidated financial statements of the Company for the same period under existing U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("U.S. GAAP"); and (2) unaudited consolidated financial statements of LYNK & CO for the same period under existing U.S. GAAP.

The combined financial information has been adjusted in the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial statements to give effect to pro forma events that (1) are directly attributable to the acquisition of LYNK & CO, (2) are factually supportable, and (3) with respect to the income statements, have a continuing impact on combined results. In addition, the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information was based on and should be read in conjunction with the companies' historical statements referenced below:

• separate historical financial statements of the Company as of December 31, 2023 and 2024 and for the two years in the period ended December 31, 2024 and the related notes included in Company's annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024 filed with the SEC on March 20, 2025.

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information is not necessarily indicative of the financial position and operating results that would have been achieved had the transaction been in effect as of the dates indicated and should not be construed as being a representation of financial position or future operating results of the combined companies.

In addition, the unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information does not reflect any cost savings, operating synergies or revenue enhancements that the combined company may achieve and realize as a result of the acquisition, the costs to integrate the operations of the Company and LYNK & CO, or the costs necessary to achieve these cost savings, operating synergies and revenue enhancements.

About Zeekr Group

Zeekr Group, headquartered in Zhejiang, China, is the world's leading premium new energy vehicle group from Geely Holding Group. With two brands, Lynk & Co and Zeekr, Zeekr Group aims to create a fully integrated user ecosystem with innovation as a standard. Utilizing its state-of-the-art facilities and world-class expertise, Zeekr Group is developing its own software systems, e-powertrain, and electric vehicle supply chain. Zeekr Group's values are equality, diversity, and sustainability. Its ambition is to become a true global new energy mobility solution provider.

For more information, please visit https://ir.zeekrgroup.com.

Investor Relations Contact

In China:
ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited
Investor Relations
Email: ir@zeekrlife.com

Piacente Financial Communications
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
Email: Zeekr@thepiacentegroup.com

In the United States:
Piacente Financial Communications
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: Zeekr@thepiacentegroup.com

Media Contact

Email: Globalcomms@zeekrgroup.com

 

SELECTED UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL DATA FOR THE TWO YEARS IN THE PERIOD ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2024 (Amounts in million)
	For the Year Ended
	December 31		December 31		December 31
	2023		2024		2024
	RMB		RMB		US$[1]
Revenues:
Vehicle sales	63,957		94,564		12,955
Other sales and services	17,784		19,328		2,648
Total revenues	81,741		113,892		15,603
Cost of revenues:
Vehicle sales	(55,536)		(82,704)		(11,330)
Other sales and services	(14,563)		(12,289)		(1,684)
Total cost of revenues	(70,099)		(94,993)		(13,014)
Gross profit	11,642		18,899		2,589
Research and development	(11,148)		(12,991)		(1,780)
Selling, General and administrative	(11,745)		(14,278)		(1,956)
Loss from operations	(9,920)		(7,103)		(973)
Net loss	(10,149)		(7,121)		(976)
Net cash provided by operating activities	163		3,614		495
Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities	(3,242)		382		52
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	5,568		(2,343)		(321)

 

SELECTED UNAUDITED PRO FORMA FINANCIAL DATA AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2023 AND 2024 (Amounts in million)
	As of
	December 31		December 31		December 31
	2023		2024		2024
	RMB		RMB		US$[1]
Total non-current assets	21,287		17,357		2,378
Total assets	62,968		69,213		9,482
Total non-current liabilities	10,762		6,955		953
Total liabilities	74,605		83,438		11,431

 

[1]All conversions from Renminbi("RMB") to U.S. dollars ("US$") are solely for the convenience of the readers outside of the People's Republic of China and were calculated at the rate of US$1.00 = RMB7.2993, representing the noon buying rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the U.S. Federal Reserve Board on December 31, 2024.

 

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FAQ

What is the total value of Zeekr's acquisition of LYNK & CO stakes in 2025?

Zeekr's total acquisition value is RMB9.367 billion (approximately US$1.28 billion), including RMB9 billion for the 50% equity stake and RMB367 million for capital injection.

How is LYNK & CO's ownership structured after Zeekr's acquisition in February 2025?

After the transaction, Zeekr owns 51% of LYNK & CO, while Ningbo Geely holds the remaining 49%.

What was Volvo Car China's stake in LYNK & CO and how much did Zeekr pay for it?

Zeekr acquired Volvo Car China's 30% stake in LYNK & CO for RMB5.4 billion (US$740 million).

When did Zeekr (ZK) complete the strategic integration transactions with LYNK & CO?

The strategic integration transactions were completed on February 14, 2025.