CliffordML (03686) announced that on January 26, 2026, the Group, utilizing a portion of the proceeds from a silver divestment transaction, instructed its bank to purchase a total of 800 ounces of unallocated gold bars. The consideration for the purchase was approximately HKD 31.9 million (equivalent to RMB 28.6 million), and the corresponding order was matched on the same day. The investment is expected to be settled on January 28, 2026, with the aforementioned consideration to be paid in cash by the Company upon settlement.