Group 1 - Weihai Bank (09677) announced a conditional subscription agreement with Shandong Hi-Speed Group and Shandong Hi-Speed, involving the issuance of up to 432 million domestic shares at a subscription price of RMB 3.29 per share [1] - The total investment from Shandong Hi-Speed Group and Shandong Hi-Speed is expected to be approximately RMB 10.67 billion and RMB 3.48 billion, respectively, equivalent to about HKD 11.71 billion and HKD 3.82 billion [1] - The funds raised from this issuance will be used to supplement the bank's core tier 1 capital after deducting related issuance costs [1] Group 2 - The board believes that the subscription by Shandong Hi-Speed demonstrates confidence from the controlling and major shareholders in the bank [1] - This capital increase is expected to enhance the bank's capital adequacy ratio, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting stable business growth [1] - The issuance will require shareholder approval at a special general meeting and a class meeting due to changes in the bank's domestic and H-share holder rights [1]