Shanghai Diesel censured by regulator over stock investments


Updated: 2007-01-19 15:24

Shanghai Diesel Engine Co Ltd, a unit of Shanghai Electric Group Co Ltd said it has been censured by the securities regulator for improperly investing up to 900 million yuan (US$115 million) in the stock market and asset management products.

The company said the local branch of China Securities Regulatory Commission found that it has invested up to 400 million yuan in asset management products without board approval, shareholder approval, or disclosure. It was also found to have used up to 500 million yuan to subscribe to new share offerings, beyond the limit authorized by the board. The company has already recovered the funds and obtained some gains, Shanghai Diesel said in a statement.


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