MGI(SH:688114) Zheng Quan Zhi Xing·2025-08-22 16:48Core Viewpoint - Shenzhen BGI Genomics Co., Ltd. has proposed a 2024 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) aimed at aligning the interests of employees and shareholders, enhancing corporate governance, and promoting long-term sustainable development [3][12][16]. Group 1: Plan Overview - The ESOP is designed to comply with relevant laws and regulations, including the Company Law and Securities Law of the People's Republic of China [3][12]. - The plan will be managed by a dedicated committee, which will represent the interests of the participants and ensure compliance with legal requirements [9][25]. - The total amount to be raised through the plan is capped at RMB 37.7868 million, with each unit priced at RMB 1.00 [4][14]. Group 2: Participants and Structure - The plan will involve a maximum of 35 employees, including directors (excluding independent directors), supervisors, senior management, and core business personnel [4][13]. - The stock purchase price is set at RMB 26.15 per share, which is based on a fair valuation considering the company's performance and market conditions [15][16]. - The total shares allocated under the plan will not exceed 1.445 million shares, representing approximately 0.35% of the company's total share capital [5][18]. Group 3: Lock-up and Vesting - The plan has a duration of 48 months, with shares unlocking in two phases: 50% after 12 months and the remaining 50% after 24 months [6][21]. - The unlocking of shares is contingent upon the company's performance meeting specific revenue growth targets, which are set against the 2023 revenue of RMB 2.709 billion [22][23]. Group 4: Financial Management and Compliance - The company will not provide any financial assistance to participants, ensuring that all funding comes from employees' legal salaries and self-raised funds [4][14]. - The management committee will oversee the daily operations of the ESOP, ensuring that all actions comply with the established guidelines and protect the rights of the participants [25][30]. - The plan includes provisions for adjusting the stock purchase price in the event of corporate actions such as stock splits or dividends [16][17].