Natural Food International Holding Limited (NATURAL FOOD IH) announced that its controlling shareholder, Natural Capital Holding Limited, acquired 1.50 million ordinary shares in the open market between 23 June and 25 June 2026 at an average price of HK$1.4395 per share. The transaction involved a total cash outlay of approximately HK$2.16 million and represents 0.07% of the company’s issued share capital.

The purchase lifted Natural Capital’s stake from 42.49% (930.00 million shares) to 42.56% (931.50 million shares). Natural Capital is indirectly wholly-owned by the trustee of the Paddy Aroma Trust, a family trust established by founder and CEO Mr. Zhang Zejun.

Following the increase, the company confirmed it continues to meet the minimum public-float requirements set by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

Natural Capital stated that the additional investment reflects confidence in the group’s prospects and did not rule out further share purchases, subject to market conditions and regulatory compliance.

The board advised shareholders and potential investors to exercise caution when dealing in the company’s shares.