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Fosun Pharma Plans Up to HK$1 Billion H-Share Buyback

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  • Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical announced a plan to repurchase H-shares worth up to HK$1 billion over 12 months starting Aug. 27, 2026.
  • The buyback, approved under an existing general mandate, signals management's confidence in intrinsic value and long-term growth prospects.
  • Funding will primarily come from the recent US$294 million disposal of about 6% of Gland Pharma shares.
  • Post-sale, Fosun Pharma retains 45.76% control of Gland Pharma, which remains consolidated in group accounts.

NextFin News — Shanghai Fosun Pharmaceutical (Group) Co., Ltd. said Sunday it plans to repurchase H-shares with an aggregate amount of up to HK$1 billion over the 12 months starting Aug. 27, 2026.

The board approved the plan under an existing general mandate granted by shareholders. Repurchased shares may be cancelled or held as treasury shares, subject to market conditions and regulatory requirements. The company said the buyback reflects confidence in its intrinsic value and long-term prospects.

Funding will come mainly from the recent disposal of about 6% of Gland Pharma shares for a total consideration of approximately US$294 million. After the sale, Fosun Pharma remains the controlling shareholder of Gland Pharma with a stake of about 45.76%, and the Indian unit continues to be consolidated in the group’s accounts.

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