China's Z.AI Raises 5 Billion HKD via Share Placement and Convertible Bonds
Beijing-based AI company Z.AI Co Ltd raised a total of 5 billion HKD through a Hong Kong share placement of about 2 billion HKD and a concurrent 3 billion HKD convertible bond sale, according to a Hong Kong stock exchange filing. The share placement was priced at a 10% discount, while the bonds carry a conversion premium and mature in 2027. Approximately 60% of the proceeds will fund AI research and development, with the remainder allocated to expansion, capital optimization, and general corporate purposes.
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economictimes broke this story on 13 Sept, 03:28 pm. Other outlets followed.