Yum China Holdings filed its Next Day Disclosure Return on 23 August 2026, detailing the latest movements in its share capital and progress under the current repurchase programme authorised on 28 May 2026.
Key Developments up to 21 August 2026 1. Net share reduction: The company’s issued share capital fell by 59,721 shares after 61,959 shares were repurchased and cancelled in the United States on 21 August, partly offset by the issue of 2,238 new shares for long-term incentive awards. 2. Outstanding repurchase queue: An additional 868,798 shares (c. 0.25 % of the 342.23 million shares outstanding) had been bought back in both Hong Kong and the U.S. but were still pending cancellation at the reporting date. 3. Current share base: Post-transaction, issued shares stood at 342.23 million.
Repurchase Activity on 21 August 2026 • Hong Kong Stock Exchange: 22,050 shares acquired at between HKD 383.80 and HKD 389.60, for a total consideration of HKD 8.52 million. • New York Stock Exchange: 66,648 shares bought at USD 49.19–49.46, costing USD 3.30 million.
Mandate Utilisation Since the 28 May 2026 authorisation allowing the repurchase of up to 34.66 million shares, Yum China has repurchased 5.47 million shares, equivalent to 1.58 % of the company’s outstanding shares at the mandate date.
Capital Management Actions • Share cancellations: 61,959 shares cancelled on 21 August, confirming ongoing adjustment of the capital base. • Equity issuance: 2,238 new shares issued to satisfy awards under long-term incentive plans; impact on total shares was immaterial (0.00 %).
The company continues to execute repurchases through both Hong Kong and U.S. automatic programmes, deploying volume-weighted average prices of HKD ~386 and USD ~49 respectively in the most recent trades.
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