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AZI Receives Investment Letter: CDIB Capital Intends to Invest $300 Million at a Comprehensive Price of $5 Per Share, Company's Financial Strength to Be Significantly Enhanced Upon Transaction Completion

Autozi Internet Technology (Nasdaq: AZI) received a non-binding investment letter from CDIB Capital proposing to invest approximately US$300 million in stages at a comprehensive price of US$5.00 per share.

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Autozi Internet Technology (Nasdaq: AZI) received a non-binding investment letter from CDIB Capital proposing to invest approximately US$300 million in stages at a comprehensive price of US$5.00 per share.

The proposed transaction aims to strengthen AZI's capital position and support international expansion, channel development, product and technology upgrades, and localization of services. Key terms — including whether shares will be newly issued or transferred, lock-ups, closing steps, and timelines — remain subject to negotiation, due diligence, regulatory approvals, Nasdaq rules, and internal approvals. No assurance a definitive agreement will be reached.

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Positive

  • Proposed investment of US$300 million at US$5.00 per share
  • Planned capital support for international expansion and upgrades
  • Potential strategic partner with overseas capital-market experience

Negative

  • Transaction is non-binding and subject to due diligence
  • Source of shares unclear, implying potential share dilution
  • Completion subject to regulatory and Nasdaq approvals
Argus Dec 17 session
-3.74% close to close Open Argus
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News Market Reaction – AZI

On Dec 17, the day this news came out, AZI closed 3.74% below the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Dec 17 session.

Market Context

This announcement details a non‑binding proposal from CDIB to invest about US$300 million at US$5.00...
Analysis

This announcement details a non‑binding proposal from CDIB to invest about US$300 million at US$5.00 per share, with structure, lock‑ups, and timing still under negotiation and subject to approvals. It follows recent steps to address Nasdaq listing issues and reshape AZI’s capital structure. Investors may watch for execution of definitive agreements, clarity on whether new or existing shares are involved, and how any funds would support AZI’s international expansion strategy.

Key Figures

Proposed investment size: US$300 million Proposed share price: US$5.00 per share
Proposed investment size
US$300 million
Total staged investment proposed by CDIB in investment letter
Proposed share price
US$5.00 per share
Comprehensive price per share in proposed CDIB investment

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 16
5 events
  1. Dec 16

    Sales MOU announcement

    24h Move
    +21.4%

    Non-binding MOU for about $980M intended vehicle and parts purchases.

  2. Dec 15

    Platform launch

    24h Move
    -8.3%

    Launch of China–Europe cross‑border supply chain platform with growth targets.

  3. Dec 09

    Share consolidation

    24h Move
    +8.0%

    50‑for‑1 share consolidation to address Nasdaq minimum bid compliance.

  4. Dec 09

    Financing restructuring

    24h Move
    +8.0%

    Cancellation of incremental warrants and issuance of new senior unsecured note.

  5. Dec 02

    Nasdaq notices

    24h Move
    -5.5%

    Nasdaq letters on MVPHS deficiency and sub‑$0.10 closing bid delisting risk.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Key Terms

structured arrangement, lock-up arrangements, regulatory approvals, due diligence, +1 more
5 terms
structured arrangement financial
"CDIB intends to invest in the Company's shares through a structured arrangement at the comprehensive price"
A structured arrangement is a deliberately designed set of legal, financial or operational steps people use to achieve a specific business or investment outcome, such as combining contracts, payment schedules, tax treatments or risk-sharing rules into one coordinated plan. Investors care because these arrangements change how money flows, who bears risk, and how returns are reported—like rearranging the pipes and valves in a building so water reaches different rooms under different conditions, which affects reliability and value.
lock-up arrangements financial
"source of the shares ... lock-up arrangements, closing steps, and timelines will be finalized"
Lock-up arrangements are contractual periods after a stock sale during which certain shareholders, typically founders, directors or early investors, agree not to sell their shares. They act like a temporary hold or cooling-off period that helps prevent a sudden flood of stock hitting the market, which can stabilize the share price; investors watch lock-up expirations because when they end, increased selling can push prices down or reveal insiders’ confidence.
regulatory approvals regulatory
"subject to applicable laws and regulations, Nasdaq-related rules, potential regulatory approvals"
Regulatory approvals are official permissions from government agencies that a company needs before launching a new product, service, or business activity. They matter because without this approval, the company might not be allowed to operate legally or sell its products, similar to how a driver needs a license to legally drive a car.
due diligence financial
"Its terms are subject to further negotiation and due diligence."
Due diligence is the careful investigation and analysis someone conducts before making a decision, such as investing money or entering into an agreement. It’s like researching thoroughly before buying a used car to ensure it’s in good condition; this helps prevent surprises and makes informed choices. For investors, due diligence reduces risk by verifying details and understanding what they’re getting into.
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information disclosure obligations regulatory
"The Company will fulfill its information disclosure obligations in accordance with Nasdaq rules"
Information disclosure obligations are the legal and regulatory duties that require publicly traded companies to provide timely, accurate and consistent details about their business operations, financial results, risks, and changes in leadership or ownership to investors and regulators. Like a seller’s duty to point out a known defect before a sale, these obligations ensure all investors have the facts needed to judge a company’s value and risk; breaches can lead to lost trust, regulatory penalties, share-price swings, or legal action.

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BEIJING, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Autozi Internet Technology (Global) Ltd. (Nasdaq: AZI) (the "Company" or "Autozi") today announced that it has received an investment letter from CDIB Capital International Holdings Limited ("CDIB"). Pursuant to this letter, CDIB proposes to invest a total of approximately US$300 million in the Company in stages at a comprehensive price of US$5.00 per share. If successfully completed, the transaction is expected to significantly strengthen AZI's capital position, providing robust financial support for the Company's future business development and international expansion strategy.

According to the key terms outlined in the investment letter, CDIB intends to invest in the Company's shares through a structured arrangement at the comprehensive price of US$5.00 per share. The specific investment structure, source of the shares (including whether they involve newly issued shares by the Company and/or shares transferred by existing shareholders), lock-up arrangements, closing steps, and timelines will be finalized upon further negotiations between the parties and the execution of legally binding definitive transaction documents. The proposed transaction remains subject to applicable laws and regulations, Nasdaq-related rules, potential regulatory approvals, and necessary internal corporate approvals.

The Company anticipates that, if implemented, this proposed investment would optimize its capital structure, diversify funding sources, and provide solid financial backing for channel expansion, brand building, product and technology upgrades, and localization service system development in key overseas markets. This, in turn, would accelerate the implementation of AZI's international growth strategy.

AZI stated that the proposed collaboration with CDIB could introduce a strong long-term capital partner. Leveraging CDIB's experience and resources in overseas capital markets and industrial investments is expected to provide significant support for expanding international operations and deepening global presence. Both parties also plan to explore opportunities for business synergy, resource sharing, and international market development within the framework of the definitive transaction documents.

The Company specifically cautions that the investment letter received from CDIB constitutes a non-binding proposal. Its terms are subject to further negotiation and due diligence. There can be no assurance that a formal agreement will be reached, what the final terms of any such agreement might be, the timing of completion, or the actual size of the investment. The Company will fulfill its information disclosure obligations in accordance with Nasdaq rules and applicable securities laws and regulations as events progress.

About Autozi Internet Technology (Global) Ltd.

AZI is a technology-driven operator of comprehensive solution-focused automotive e-commerce platforms. Leveraging advanced internet technologies and big data analytics tools, it provides global participants in the automotive industry with a range of value-added services, including but not limited to new car sales, parts procurement, and logistics coordination. The company aims to promote the upgrading and transformation of the entire industry chain by improving circulation efficiency and reducing operational costs.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the Company's proposed offering. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as "approximates," "believes," "hopes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "plans," "will," "would," "should," "could," "may" or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and other filings with the SEC.

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SOURCE Autozi Internet Technology (Global) Ltd.

FAQ

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What did AZI announce on December 17, 2025 regarding CDIB Capital?

AZI announced it received a non-binding investment letter from CDIB proposing ~US$300 million at US$5.00 per share.

Will the proposed CDIB investment immediately change AZI's share count?

Not yet; the source of shares (new issuance or transfers) will be decided during negotiations and in definitive documents.

What conditions must be met for the AZI–CDIB transaction to close?

The proposal is subject to negotiation, due diligence, regulatory approvals, Nasdaq rules, and internal corporate approvals.

How would the CDIB investment affect AZI's international strategy?

If completed, the investment is intended to fund channel expansion, brand building, product and technology upgrades, and localization in overseas markets.

Does AZI guarantee the CDIB investment will proceed?

No; AZI cautioned the letter is non-binding and there is no assurance a formal agreement will be reached or on final terms.

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