Alibaba to raise billions through new share issuance in Hong Kong
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Alibaba
Hong Kong
August 23, 2026
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Alibaba plans to raise 80 billion HKD through a new share issuance. This represents the largest capital increase for a company already listed in Hong Kong. The offering is priced at 112.70 HKD per share, a 3.6% discount from the closing price.
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