EFTY.NASDAQEtoiles Capital Group Co, LTD

F-1: Etoiles Capital Group Files F-1 for Resale of 3.2M Class A Shares

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Resale Registration Statement 11 September 2025 1:50 AM

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Etoiles Capital Group Co., Ltd, a Hong Kong-based integrated investor relations service provider, filed an F-1 registration statement for the resale of up to 3,213,000 Class A ordinary shares by existing selling shareholders, with no proceeds going to the company.

Better than expectedRevenue increased significantly from $63,863 in 2023 to $2,525,909 in 2024, representing a 3,855.2% growth.Net income grew from $32,696 in 2023 to $852,499 in 2024, a 2,507.3% increase.The number of clients expanded from 1 in 2023 to 22 in 2024.Cash and cash equivalents increased substantially from $70,476 in 2023 to $1,441,024 in 2024.

Summary

Etoiles Capital Group Co., Ltd, a Cayman Islands holding company, operates as an integrated investor relations service provider primarily in Hong Kong through its subsidiary, Etoiles Consultancy Limited.
The filing is for the resale of up to 3,213,000 Class A ordinary shares by existing selling shareholders; the company will not receive any proceeds from this sale.
The company's Class A Ordinary Shares are traded on The Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol EFTY, with a reported sales price of $7.09 per share on September 8, 2025.
Etoiles Capital Group reported significant revenue growth, from approximately $0.1 million in 2023 to $2.5 million in 2024, and net income increased from $32,696 in 2023 to $852,499 in 2024.
The number of clients contributing revenue increased from 1 in 2023 to 22 in 2024.
The company operates with a dual-class ordinary share structure, where the Controlling Shareholder, Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG, holds an aggregate of 92.59% of the total voting power.
Etoiles Capital Group is classified as an emerging growth company and a controlled company, allowing for certain reduced public company reporting and corporate governance requirements.
The company intends to retain all available funds and future earnings for operation and business development, but may pay dividends in the foreseeable future.

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The company demonstrated exceptional financial growth in revenue and net income, coupled with a significant expansion of its client base. Its strategic plans for market expansion and technological integration are positive. However, the offering is a resale, meaning no capital infusion for the company. Furthermore, substantial risks exist due to high client concentration, the non-recurring nature of its revenue, and the inherent geopolitical and regulatory uncertainties associated with operating in Hong Kong under the shadow of PRC influence. The dual-class share structure also limits minority shareholder influence.

Positives

Significant revenue growth of 3,855.2% from $63,863 in 2023 to $2,525,909 in 2024.
Substantial increase in net income by 2,507.3% from $32,696 in 2023 to $852,499 in 2024.
Client base expanded significantly from 1 client in 2023 to 22 clients in 2024.
Strong cash position with cash and cash equivalents increasing from $70,476 in 2023 to $1,441,024 in 2024.
The company remains debt-free with no outstanding bank borrowings.
Management team possesses extensive experience in finance and public relations industries.
Strategic plans include strengthening services in Hong Kong, expanding into other international capital markets (e.g., U.S.), incorporating latest technology (social media, AI, VR), and enhancing brand presence.
Auditor (SRCO, C.P.A., Professional Corporation) is US-based and subject to regular PCAOB inspections, mitigating HFCA Act delisting risks.

Negatives

The company will not receive any proceeds from the resale of Class A Ordinary Shares by the Selling Shareholders in this offering.
High concentration of revenue from a limited number of customers, with the top five clients accounting for 48.6% of total revenue in 2024 and 100% in 2023.
Revenue from integrated investor relation business is non-recurring and profitability is highly unpredictable due to project-based contracts and non-exclusive agreements.
Current ratio lowered from approximately 1.8 in 2023 to 1.5 in 2024, indicating a slight decrease in short-term liquidity.
Identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including inadequate segregation of duties and lack of independent directors/audit committee prior to the offering (though remediation plans are in place).
Management team lacks prior experience in managing a U.S. public company and complying with associated laws and regulations.
The dual-class voting structure limits the ability of Class A Ordinary Shareholders to influence corporate matters, as the Controlling Shareholder holds 92.59% of total voting power.
Nasdaq may apply additional and more stringent listing criteria due to the small public offering size and large insider holdings.

Risks

Business performance is highly influenced by conditions of capital markets in Hong Kong, susceptible to global and domestic economic, social, and political changes.
Revenue from integrated investor relation business is non-recurring and profitability is highly unpredictable, with no assurance of client retention for future business.
Significant portion of total revenue derived from a limited number of customers (48.6% from top five in 2024, 100% from one in 2023).
Deterioration in clients' financial condition or slow fee settlement may adversely affect cash flows, working capital, and results of operations.
Reputation may be adversely affected if outsourced third parties fail to perform satisfactorily or due to negative events concerning the business.
Reliance on key management and professional staff; loss of whom may affect operations.
Adverse effects from changes in laws and regulations governing companies listed on Hong Kong and U.S. stock exchanges.
Pressure on service fees due to competition or decreased demand.
Potential exposure to litigation, arbitration, or other legal proceedings.
Risk of failing to keep client information confidential, improper handling of information, or misstatements, leading to reputational damage or civil claims.
Inability to successfully implement future business plans, including potential acquisitions and joint ventures.
Risks related to natural disasters, health epidemics, and other outbreaks (e.g., wars in Ukraine and Middle East) disrupting operations.
Material adverse effects from a downturn in Hong Kong, mainland China, or the global economy.
Reliance on third-party industry data and information (Cundi Report) that has not been independently verified and may contain projections that do not materialize.
Lack of effective internal controls over financial reporting (material weaknesses identified prior to filing), which may affect accurate reporting or fraud prevention.
Management team lacks experience in managing a U.S. public company and complying with applicable laws.
Ability to pay dividends is primarily dependent upon earnings and distributions from Hong Kong subsidiaries, which are subject to Hong Kong law and potential PRC government intervention.
Difficulties in effecting service of process, enforcing foreign judgments, or bringing actions in Hong Kong against the company or its management based on foreign laws.
Uncertainties in the Hong Kong legal system limiting legal protections.
Uncertainties with respect to the PRC legal system, including enforcement of laws and sudden changes in regulations, which could result in material changes to operations or securities value.
PRC government may intervene or influence operations at any time, or exert more control over overseas offerings and foreign investment in China-based issuers, potentially hindering operations or causing securities value to decline.
Potential future subjection to PRC laws regarding data protection and cybersecurity, despite current assessment that they do not apply.
Risk of being classified as a PRC resident enterprise for tax purposes, leading to unfavorable tax consequences for the company and non-PRC shareholders.
Uncertainty regarding indirect transfers of equity interests in PRC resident enterprises by non-PRC holding companies, potentially leading to PRC enterprise income tax.
An active trading market for Class A Ordinary Shares may not develop, affecting liquidity and trading price.
Risk of delisting from Nasdaq if applicable listing requirements are not met.
Exemptions as a foreign private issuer and emerging growth company may make it less attractive to some investors and limit capital raising.
Dual-class voting structure may render Class A Ordinary Shares ineligible for certain stock market indices and limit shareholder influence.
Potential for the company to be classified as a Passive Foreign Investment Company (PFIC) for U.S. federal income tax purposes, resulting in adverse tax consequences for U.S. Holders.
Share price volatility, potentially unrelated to actual performance, making it difficult for investors to assess value.
Risk of securities litigation due to share price volatility.
No immediate plans to pay dividends, requiring investors to rely on price appreciation for gains.
Securities analysts may not publish favorable research or any information, affecting share price or trading volume.
Difficulties for investors in enforcing judgments against the company, its directors, and management due to Cayman Islands and Hong Kong legal systems.

Future Outlook

The company plans to further strengthen its integrated investor relations services in Hong Kong by recruiting additional staff, expand its market presence in other international capital markets such as the U.S. by collaborating with stakeholders and attending industry events, incorporate the latest technology and trends into its service offerings (e.g., social media, virtual reality), and enhance its Etoiles brand through increased marketing efforts.

Management Comments

We believe that the following strengths have contributed to our success and differentiate us from our peers: We provide comprehensive integrated investor relation services to our clients; We possess a strong client base; We have an experienced and professional management team.
Our principal growth strategies include further strengthening our market position and increasing our market share in the Hong Kong integrated investor relation industry. We intend on achieving this growth by actively seeking new opportunities from our existing client base as well as new potential clients.
Our management is constantly looking out to incorporate in latest technology and trends into our service offerings. We intend to utilize social media to assist our clients to reach out to their targeted audience. We also intend to utilize virtual reality technology and other tools to provide a more stimulating experience to our clients during major presentation such as investor presentations and roadshows.
Our management believes that the U.S. capital market will continue to attract interests from companies all around the globe in the upcoming decade.
We intend to retain all available funds and future earnings, if any, for operation and business development, however, we may pay dividends on our Class A Ordinary Shares in the foreseeable future.

Industry Context

The integrated investor relations industry in Hong Kong is a dynamic and integral part of the city's financial ecosystem, supported by its position as a leading international financial center. The industry is driven by the expansion of Hong Kong's capital markets, increasing demand for financial public relations services to enhance brand image, and the digitalization of global business, including the increasing use of social media and artificial intelligence. Hong Kong ranked among the top four global IPO venues in 2024, raising HK$87.5 billion from 71 new listings, indicating a robust market for investor relations services.

Comparison to Industry Standards

Hong Kong is one of the most active international financial centers, ranking third in the Global Financial Centres Index (September 2024).
Hong Kong's stock market was the fourth largest in Asia and seventh largest globally by market capitalization at the end of August 2024.
Hong Kong ranked among the top four global IPO venues in 2024, raising HK$87.5 billion from 71 new listings, highlighting its attractiveness to issuers and investors.
The financial services sector accounted for 21% of Hong Kong's GDP in 2019 and 22% in 2022, providing approximately 269,100 jobs in 2023.
The average added value created per employee in the financial services sector was about HK$2.27 million in 2022, considerably higher than other major industries in Hong Kong.
The company's growth in revenue and client base aligns with the expanding capital markets and increasing demand for financial PR services in Hong Kong, as noted by Cundi Solution Limited.

Management Changes

Role	Previous Person	New Person	Effective Date	Reason
Chief Executive Officer	NA	Kit Shing, CHEUNG	February 2025	Appointment to lead overall management and business expansion.
Chief Financial Officer	NA	Hon Fai, TAM	February 2025	Appointment to oversee accounting, financing, and auditing.
Chief Operating Officer	NA	Zhihan, LOU	February 2025	Appointment to manage public relations, investor relations, and communications.
Independent Director	NA	Qi, DING	August 2025	Appointment to the board, bringing extensive financial services industry experience.
Independent Director	NA	Raj K, THAKAR	August 2025	Appointment to the board, bringing structured finance and credit ratings experience.
Independent Director	NA	Yeung Tak, CHEN	August 2025	Appointment to the board, bringing auditing, accounting, and corporate governance experience.

Corporate Governance

Change Type	Description	Effective Date	Impact Assessment
Board Composition	Established a board of directors consisting of four directors, including three independent directors (Ms. Qi, DING, Mr. Raj K, THAKAR, Mr. Yeung Tak, CHEN) who satisfy Nasdaq independence requirements.	August 2025	Enhances oversight and compliance with public company standards, though the company remains a controlled company.
Committee Establishment	Established an audit committee, a compensation committee, and a nominating and corporate governance committee, with charters to be adopted.	Prior to or upon listing	Improves corporate governance structure and aligns with public company best practices, despite exemptions as a controlled and foreign private issuer.
Internal Controls	Identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting (inadequate segregation of duties, lack of independent directors/audit committee) and plans to implement remediation measures.	Ongoing remediation	Addressing these weaknesses is crucial for accurate financial reporting and fraud prevention, enhancing investor confidence.
Dual-Class Share Structure	Maintains a dual-class ordinary share structure (Class A: 1 vote/share, Class B: 10 votes/share), with the Controlling Shareholder retaining 92.59% of total voting power.	November 4, 2024 (re-designation)	Concentrates voting power with the Controlling Shareholder, potentially limiting influence of other shareholders and discouraging change-of-control transactions.
Foreign Private Issuer Status	Qualifies as a foreign private issuer, exempting it from certain U.S. proxy rules and more frequent Exchange Act reporting obligations.	Upon completion of offering	Reduces compliance burden but may afford shareholders less protection compared to U.S. domestic companies.
Emerging Growth Company Status	Qualifies as an emerging growth company, allowing for reduced disclosure and reporting requirements.	Upon completion of offering	Reduces compliance burden but may make it less attractive to some investors and potentially harder to raise capital.

Legal Proceedings

As of the date of this prospectus, Etoiles Cayman and its subsidiaries had not been involved in any legal proceedings, investigations, claims nor had we been aware of any pending or threatened litigation, arbitration or other claims, which would have a material adverse impact on the operations, financial position and reputation of our Group.

Related Party Transactions

Amount due from Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG (director and principal shareholder) was $309,507 as of December 31, 2024, and was fully settled on May 9, 2025.
Amount due to Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG was $35,521 as of December 31, 2023.
Salary paid to Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG was $153,787 in 2024 and $25,545 in 2023.
Salary paid to Ms. On Ki, CHEUNG (close family member of Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG) was $32,039 in 2024.

Stakeholder Impact

Shareholders: Potential for significant returns due to strong growth, but also high risks from client concentration, non-recurring revenue, and geopolitical uncertainties. Limited influence due to dual-class structure. No immediate dividends expected.
Employees: Plans to recruit additional staff in Hong Kong, indicating potential job growth. Remuneration package includes salary and discretionary bonuses, with annual performance reviews.
Customers: Continued focus on providing comprehensive integrated investor relations services and expanding offerings, aiming to meet diverse client needs.
Suppliers/Vendors: Reliance on third-party public relation companies for outsourced services, with one vendor accounting for 36.2% of cost of revenue in 2024, indicating some concentration risk.
Regulatory Bodies: Increased scrutiny and compliance requirements as a U.S. public company, with ongoing monitoring of PRC and Hong Kong regulatory developments.

Next Steps

Recruit additional staff to strengthen integrated investor relations services in Hong Kong.
Expand market presence in other international capital markets, such as the U.S., through collaborations and industry events.
Incorporate latest technology and trends, including social media and virtual reality, into service offerings.
Enhance the Etoiles brand through increased marketing efforts and actively approaching potential clients.
Remediate identified material weaknesses in internal control over financial reporting, including hiring qualified staff, appointing independent directors, and establishing an audit committee.

Key Dates

Date	Description
2013-10-09	Etoiles Consultancy Limited incorporated in Hong Kong.
2016-01-01	Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG started as a senior relation manager of Industrial Bank Co., Ltd.
2017-10-17	SAT issued Announcement of the State Administration of Taxation on Issues Concerning the Withholding of Non-resident Enterprise Income Tax at Source (SAT Bulletin 37).
2018-04-01	Two-tiered profits tax rate became effective in Hong Kong.
2019-08-01	Mr. Hon Fai, TAM started as an independent non-executive director of China Next-Gen Commerce and Supply Chain Limited.
2019-10-01	Ms. Qi, DING served as managing director of JX Securities (Hong Kong) Limited.
2019-11-01	Mr. Zhihan, LOU served as deputy director of Wonderful Sky Financial Group Limited.
2020-06-01	Mr. Hon Fai, TAM became a director of Marksman Services Group Limited.
2020-10-01	Mr. Hon Fai, TAM became a director of IPA CPA Limited.
2020-12-18	Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act (HFCA Act) enacted.
2020-12-01	Mr. Hon Fai, TAM served as company secretary of Sino Vision Worldwide Holdings Limited.
2021-06-10	NPCSC promulgated the Data Security Law.
2021-06-22	U.S. Senate passed Accelerating Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act.
2021-07-06	PRC government authorities issued Opinions on Strictly Cracking Down Illegal Securities Activities in Accordance with the Law.
2021-11-01	Data Security Law took effect.
2021-12-02	SEC adopted final amendments implementing HFCA Act disclosure and submission requirements.
2021-12-16	PCAOB issued a report on inability to inspect audit firms in mainland China and Hong Kong.
2021-12-28	CAC, NDRC, and other administrations jointly adopted and published Measures for Cybersecurity Review (2021 version).
2022-02-15	Measures for Cybersecurity Review (2021 version) came into effect.
2022-03-01	Mr. Yeung Tak, CHEN became an independent director of Onion Global Limited.
2022-08-01	Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG served as an executive director of Future World Holdings Limited.
2022-08-26	CSRC, Ministry of Finance of PRC, and PCAOB signed a Statement of Protocol governing inspections of audit firms in China and Hong Kong.
2022-12-15	PCAOB announced complete access to inspect and investigate audit firms in mainland China and Hong Kong, vacating previous determinations.
2022-12-23	Accelerating Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act (AHFCA Act) enacted.
2022-12-29	Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 signed into law, amending HFCA Act to two consecutive years.
2023-01-01	Company adopted ASU 2016-02 (Leases) and ASC 606 (Revenue) effective this date.
2023-02-17	CSRC issued Trial Administrative Measures of Overseas Securities Offering and Listing by Domestic Enterprises.
2023-03-01	PCAOB resumed regular inspections in mainland China and Hong Kong.
2023-03-31	Trial Administrative Measures of Overseas Securities Offering and Listing by Domestic Enterprises became effective.
2023-04-01	Mr. Hon Fai, TAM became company secretary of WK Group (Holdings) Limited.
2023-09-01	Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG joined Etoiles Consultancy.
2023-10-01	Mr. Zhihan, LOU served as a consultant of Valuable Capital Limited.
2023-11-16	Etoiles Financial Group Limited incorporated in Hong Kong.
2023-12-27	Zynergy Holding Co., Limited incorporated in BVI.
2023-12-31	Fiscal year end for 2023 financial data.
2024-02-01	Mr. Zhihan, LOU became general manager of Etoiles Financial.
2024-09-13	Etoiles Capital Group Co., Ltd incorporated in Cayman Islands.
2024-11-03	Company acquired all issued share capital of Zynergy BVI from Etoiles Zeneo Investment Limited as part of reorganization.
2024-11-04	Company re-designated authorized share capital and issued Class A and Class B Ordinary Shares to Etoiles Zeneo Investment Limited, followed by transfers to other selling shareholders.
2024-12-31	Fiscal year end for 2024 financial data.
2025-02-01	Mr. Cheung became Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Tam became Chief Financial Officer, and Mr. Lou became Chief Operating Officer.
2025-03-10	Tenancy Agreement for office space at Cosco Tower commenced.
2025-05-08	Etoiles Zeneo Investment Limited voluntarily surrendered 5,000,000 Class B Ordinary Shares for cancellation.
2025-05-09	Amount due from director Mr. Kit Shing, CHEUNG fully settled.
2025-05-15	Date consolidated financial statements are available to be issued.
2025-05-20	Second Amended Memorandum and Articles of Association adopted.
2025-06-01	Ms. Qi, DING became an executive director and responsible officer of Huasheng Asset Management Limited.
2025-06-30	Employee count date for Hong Kong Operating Subsidiary (14 employees).
2025-08-01	Ms. Qi, DING, Mr. Raj K, THAKAR, and Mr. Yeung Tak, CHEN became independent directors.
2025-08-11	Company completed its initial public offering.
2025-09-08	Reported sales price of Class A Ordinary Shares on Nasdaq Capital Market was $7.09 per share.
2025-09-10	Date of this prospectus filing.
2027-03-19	Tenancy Agreement for office space at Cosco Tower ends.

Recommendation

hold

While Etoiles Capital Group has demonstrated impressive financial growth in revenue and net income, along with a significant expansion of its client base, this filing is for a resale offering, meaning the company itself will not receive any capital. The company faces substantial risks including high client concentration, the non-recurring nature of its revenue, and significant geopolitical and regulatory uncertainties tied to its Hong Kong operations and potential PRC influence. The dual-class share structure also limits the voting power of Class A shareholders. Given the strong past performance but also the inherent risks and the lack of new capital from this specific filing, a 'hold' recommendation is appropriate for investors to monitor the company's ability to mitigate these risks and execute its growth strategies.

Keywords

Investor Relations, Public Relations, Financial Services, Hong Kong, SEC Filing, F-1, Resale Offering, Nasdaq, EFTY, Corporate Governance, Risk Management, Dual-Class Shares, Emerging Growth Company, Foreign Private Issuer, Due Diligence, Capital Markets, China Risks, PCAOB, Financial Performance

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