Huabao International Holdings Limited reported in its Next Day Disclosure Return that:
• Issued shares unchanged: As of 20 July 2026, total issued ordinary shares remain at 3.23 billion, reflecting no allotments or cancellations since the previous disclosure dated 17 July 2026.
• Fresh on-market repurchase: On 20 July 2026, the company bought back 250,000 shares on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange at HKD 2.86–2.87 per share, paying HKD 0.72 million in aggregate. These shares are earmarked for cancellation.
• Cumulative 2026 buybacks: Including the latest transaction, Huabao has repurchased 5.79 million shares between 22 May and 20 July 2026 at prices ranging from HKD 2.87 to HKD 3.80, all pending cancellation. The cumulative volume represents 0.18 % of the 3.23 billion shares in issue when the 10 % buyback mandate (authorising up to 322.84 million shares) was approved on 11 May 2026.
• Capacity remaining: After the 5.79 million shares already repurchased, approximately 317.05 million shares, or 9.82 % of issued capital, remain available under the current mandate.
• Moratorium on new issues: In line with Hong Kong listing requirements, Huabao is restricted from issuing new shares or selling treasury shares until 19 August 2026, being 30 days after the latest repurchase.
All repurchases were conducted in accordance with the Main Board Listing Rules, and all necessary authorisations and filings have been confirmed by the company.