CANbridge Pharmaceuticals Inc. (HKEX: 01228, “CANBRIDGE-B”) announced that it has completed a share subscription under its general mandate on 10 March 2026. All conditions under the Subscription Agreement, first disclosed on 16 February 2026, have been fulfilled.
Key transaction terms • Shares issued: 84.03 million new ordinary shares • Subscription price: HK$2.38 per share • Gross proceeds: approximately HK$200.00 million • Effective date (“Closing”): 10 March 2026
Post-issuance capital structure • Issued share capital rose to 595.44 million shares from 511.41 million, representing a 16.43% increase. • The Subscriber’s holding jumped from 12.83 million shares (2.51%) to 96.86 million shares (16.26%), making it one of the largest shareholders. • Baheal’s stake was diluted to 16.32% from 19.00%. • Dr. James Xue’s aggregate interest (direct holdings, CTX Pharma Holdings Limited, and family trust) decreased to 7.03% from 8.18% due to dilution. • Public float (other public shareholders) declined to 60.27% from 70.17%.
Governance update The Board composition remains unchanged, with Dr. James Qun Xue continuing as Chairman and executive Director. The Board also includes two non-executive Directors and four independent non-executive Directors.
The completion of this subscription strengthens CANBRIDGE-B’s capital base, enlarges its shareholder register, and alters ownership percentages across existing shareholders without affecting board structure.
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