In May 2016, Jiayuan.com merged with Baihe.com and delisted from the US stock market, forming a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing financial performance and competitive positioning in China's TMT sector.

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In May 2016, Jiayuan.com successfully completed its merger with Baihe.com, resulting in Jiayuan.com becoming an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Baihe.com. Following this merger, Jiayuan.com announced its intention to delist from the US stock market. This strategic move underscores the ongoing evolution of the TMT (Technology, Media, and Telecommunications) sector in China, highlighting the importance of synergies and complementary business offerings amidst increasing competition.

JD Capital’s TMT team recognized this merger as a pivotal moment driven by the potential for enhanced financial performance and the leveraging of each company's strengths. According to the team's perspective, this partnership not only represents a tactical response to market conditions but also establishes a foundation for future growth.

Industry Overview in China

The TMT sector in China has experienced significant investment activity, particularly in the first half of 2016, where it attracted 55% of total Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) investments, compris