Lingyi iTech (01688) released its Monthly Return for the period ended 31 July 2026, detailing stable H-share capital, a modest contraction in A-share float, and continued execution of its share-repurchase programme.

Key Takeaways

1. Issued Share Capital • H Shares remained unchanged at 811.81 million. • A Shares outstanding (excluding treasury stock) fell by 9.90 million to 7.26 billion. • Combined issued share capital (H + A, excluding treasury) now stands at 8.08 billion shares.

2. Treasury Shares Activity • Lingyi iTech repurchased 10.18 million A Shares during July, lifting the treasury-share balance to 44.21 million. • All repurchases were conducted under existing board-approved mandates.

3. Share Option Exercises • Under the 2024 Share Option Scheme, employees exercised options for 274,867 A Shares, generating RMB 1.21 million in proceeds for the company. • Outstanding options under the scheme total 149.97 million, with a further 216.65 million shares reserved for future grants.

4. Share-Based Incentive Capacity • Employee Stock Ownership Plans may issue or transfer up to 44.42 million additional A Shares, unchanged from the prior month.

5. Public Float Compliance • The company confirmed that its H-share public float continued to meet the minimum 5 per cent threshold as of 31 July 2026.

No changes occurred in authorised share capital, warrants, convertibles, or Hong Kong Depositary Receipts during the reporting period. All activities were executed in accordance with Hong Kong Listing Rules and relevant PRC regulations.