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AMTD Digital Inc. reports developments tied to its ADS-listed digital solutions business and to The Generation Essentials Group, its media, entertainment, hospitality and VIP services subsidiary. Recurring updates cover TGE’s annual results, premium property and hotel portfolio activity, film and entertainment projects, and media assets such as L'Officiel and The Art Newspaper.
Company news also includes AMTD group-level capital actions, subsidiary listing activity, share repurchase plans, SPAC sponsor-manager initiatives, and governance or advisory appointments connected to the AMTD corporate group.
AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) announced the acquisition of the "VIVIENNE TAM" brand, including certain global assets. Vivienne Tam will become head of design at AMTD Digital, subject to board approval. The acquisition aims to enhance VIVIENNE TAM's brand legacy and leverage AMTD's global network for digital transformation. This strategic move aligns with AMTD Group's ambition to bridge East and West cultures and expand into the metaverse, tapping into Web3 partnerships. The deal is expected to close in 2023, pending customary due diligence.
AMTD IDEA Group reported a 27.5% increase in revenue to HK$922.6 million (US$117.6 million) for the six months ended June 30, 2022, driven by growth in investment banking and new business ventures. Profit rose by 27.3% to HK$801.4 million (US$102.1 million). Key developments include the acquisition of AMTD Digital for approximately US$993 million and L’Officiel for an undisclosed amount. The company's financial management resulted in a significant 61% decrease in finance costs to HK$2.5 million (US$0.3 million). However, operating expenses rose by 45.1% due to new acquisitions.
AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2022. The report shows a 17% increase in net profit after tax, amounting to a strong financial position with US$396 million in net assets and zero debt. Following this, AMTD Assets will inject assets valued at US$500 million, enhancing the company's net asset position by an additional US$268 million. The company is focused on digital media and entertainment segments, promoting cultural activities and connectivity within local communities.
AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) has announced the appointments of Dr. Feridun Hamdullahpur and Ms. Joanne Shoveller as independent directors to its board. This increases the board's independent director representation to a majority, enhancing governance and oversight. Dr. Hamdullahpur, a seasoned leader with extensive academic credentials, will also chair the audit committee. Ms. Shoveller brings a wealth of experience in university advancement and international relations. The new appointments aim to strengthen the company's future development in the digital solutions sector.
AMTD IDEA Group and AMTD Digital Inc. announced the AMTD Assets Agreements, where AMTD Group will inject 100% equity interest in AMTD Assets with a market value of approximately US$500 million into AMTD IDEA Group for US$268 million, settled by issuing 30,875,576 Class B ordinary shares at US$8.68 each. Following this, AMTD IDEA Group will inject AMTD Assets into AMTD Digital for the same valuation, receiving 515,385 newly issued Class B shares at US$520 each. This transaction aims to strengthen growth and innovation for both companies.
AMTD IDEA Group has announced the execution of the AMTD Assets Agreements, which involves the acquisition of AMTD Assets, valued at approximately US$500 million for a net purchase price of US$268 million. This acquisition consists of premium whole building properties that will be injected into AMTD Digital Inc., increasing AMTD IDEA Group's ownership in AMTD Digital to 87.64%. Both companies have implemented a two-year lock-up period for key shareholders to instill confidence in long-term growth strategies.
AMTD Digital (NYSE: HKD) announced the full exercise of underwriters' option to purchase an additional 2,400,000 ADSs at US$7.80 each during its IPO. The issuance is set to close on August 8, 2022, pending customary conditions. A registration statement has been declared effective by the SEC. AMTD Digital operates a comprehensive digital solutions platform in Asia, including services in digital finance and marketing.
AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) successfully completed its IPO, offering 16 million American depositary shares (ADSs) at US$7.80 each. The IPO has seen significant volatility in ADS prices, and the company is monitoring the market for unusual trading activity. AMTD Digital operates as a comprehensive digital solutions platform in Asia, focusing on digital financial services, ecosystem solutions, media, and investments. The underwriters have a green-shoe option for an additional 2.4 million ADSs, allowing for potential stabilization in the trading of its shares.
AMTD Digital Inc. has announced the pricing of its initial public offering (IPO) of 16,000,000 American depositary shares (ADSs) at US$7.80 per ADS, raising gross proceeds of US$124.8 million. The shares will begin trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol HKD on July 15, 2022. This IPO marks the second unicorn from AMTD Group to be listed on the NYSE, following AMTD IDEA Group in 2019. The offering includes a greenshoe option for underwriters to purchase an additional 2,400,000 ADSs.
AMTD IDEA Group announced the pricing of its subsidiary AMTD Digital Inc.'s initial public offering (IPO) of 16 million American depositary shares at $7.80 each. This IPO, raising approximately $124.8 million, marks AMTD Digital as the second unicorn from AMTD Group to list on NYSE after its first listing in 2019. Post-offering, AMTD IDEA Group is expected to hold 88.7% of AMTD Digital's shares and 99.4% of voting power. The shares will start trading on July 15, 2022, with closing expected by July 19, 2022, pending standard conditions.