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China Fines Walsin Investment for Failing to Report Acquisition

By  |  January 25, 2026

China’s market regulator has imposed a fine of 1.75 million yuan ($250,000) on Walsin (China) Investment following an anti-monopoly investigation, according to Reuters. The penalty was announced on Friday by the State Administration of Market Regulation, which said the company violated reporting requirements tied to a corporate takeover.

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    The case centers on Walsin (China) Investment, a subsidiary of Taiwan-based cable manufacturer Walsin Lihwa. The regulator said the firm completed the acquisition of Hangzhou Walsin Power Cable and Wire in late 2023 but did not notify authorities until January 2024. Under China’s anti-monopoly rules, certain transactions must be declared in advance or within specified timeframes.

    Per Reuters, the watchdog concluded that the delayed disclosure breached merger control obligations, even though no broader market harm was publicly cited. The regulator’s statement emphasized that companies must comply with notification rules to ensure fair competition and proper oversight.

    The fine reflects China’s continued enforcement of its antitrust framework as it scrutinizes corporate deals more closely. According to Reuters, the move also signals that authorities remain focused on procedural compliance, particularly for foreign-linked businesses operating in the Chinese market.

    Walsin Lihwa has not publicly commented on the penalty. The regulator did not indicate whether further action would be taken beyond the monetary fine.

    Source: Reuters