Hong Kong, 5 August 2026—eLong, Inc. (“eLong”) has secured 530.96 million shares of Dida Inc. (“Dida”), equal to 51.74 % of the company’s issued share capital, satisfying the acceptance condition for its voluntary conditional general cash offer. As a result, the transaction—executed through Nomura International (Hong Kong) Limited—has become unconditional in all respects effective today.
The accepted shares comprise: • 320.55 million shares from shareholder group 5brothers • 168.89 million shares from Leap Profit • 40.37 million shares from Smart Canvas Investment Limited • 1.16 million shares from Star Celestial Holdings Limited
These acceptances form part of the 551.15 million shares (53.70 %) covered by irrevocable undertakings given by key shareholders. The remaining 20.18 million shares under undertaking from NBNW Investment Limited have yet to be tendered.
Offer timetable • The offer remains open until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 21 August 2026, which is the final closing date under the Takeovers Code. • Cash consideration—net of Hong Kong ad valorem stamp duty—will be dispatched within seven business days of either (i) 5 August 2026 or (ii) receipt of valid acceptance documentation, whichever is later. Payments will be rounded up to the nearest cent.
Regulatory and advisory framework • Nomura International (Hong Kong) Limited acts as exclusive financial adviser to eLong. • Red Solar Capital Limited is the independent financial adviser to Dida’s Independent Board Committee.
Cautionary statement Shareholders who have not yet responded are urged to review the composite offer document dated 31 July 2026 and the related form of acceptance before the final closing date. Trading in Dida shares should be undertaken with prudence, and professional advice is recommended where necessary.
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