Can the names of subsidiaries and parent companies be the same?

Legal analysis: Yes. General provisions on the name of an enterprise: it is the same as the name of an enterprise in the same industry approved or registered by the same administrative department for industry and commerce, except that it has an investment relationship; Obviously, if the parent company is an investor or holding company of a subsidiary and has an investment relationship, the parent company may authorize (permit) the use of the same brand name XX in the same industry, but it shall not deceive or mislead the public.

Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Company Law.

Article 14 A company may set up branches. The establishment of a branch company shall apply to the company registration authority for registration and obtain a business license. A branch company does not have legal person status, and its civil liability shall be borne by the company. A company may set up subsidiaries, which have legal personality and independently bear civil liabilities according to law.

Article 115 A company may not provide loans to directors, supervisors or senior managers directly or through subsidiaries.