Core Viewpoint - WuXi AppTec (2268.HK) shares rose over 7% to a record high of HKD 66 amid the announcement of a new share placement to raise capital for expanding service capabilities and production capacity [1] Group 1: Capital Raising - The company plans to issue new shares at a placement price of HKD 58.85 per share, raising a total of HKD 27.31 billion, with a net amount of HKD 27.15 billion [1] - Approximately 90% of the raised funds will be used to further expand the group's service capabilities and production capacity, including clinical and commercial production of bioconjugates, active pharmaceutical ingredients, and products [1] - About 10% of the funds will be allocated for the company's working capital needs and general corporate purposes [1] Group 2: Share Placement Details - WuXi AppTec intends to place 22.77 million new shares to six subscribers, representing approximately 1.82% of the enlarged share capital [1] - The placement price of HKD 58.85 is a 4% discount compared to the previous closing price of HKD 61.3, raising HKD 13.11 billion with a net amount of HKD 13.01 billion from this portion [1] - Additionally, the company will place 24.134 million new shares to WuXi Biologics, raising HKD 14.2 billion with a net amount of HKD 14.14 billion, increasing WuXi Biologics' stake from 50.73% to 50.78% post-transaction [1]
港股异动丨药明合联涨超7%创历史新高，向大股东等配股筹27亿港元