PINTEC ANNOUNCES CORPORATE NAME CHANGE AND STOCK TICKER SYMBOL CHANGE

Rhea-AI Summary

Pintec (NASDAQ: PT) announced that its American depositary shares will trade under the new name J and Friends Holdings Limited and new ticker JF, effective at market open on January 16, 2026 (U.S. Eastern Time) on the Nasdaq Global Market.

No shareholder action is required, the company’s CUSIP remains unchanged, and the changes are not expected to have a material impact on operations or financial condition. Management said the new name reflects a renewed focus on core values and long‑term strategy; the "J" stands for "Journey." The company plans to leverage capital markets to deepen R&D and expand market presence under the refreshed brand.

News Market Reaction – PT

+26.10% 5.7x vol

23 alerts

+26.10% Session close to close

+25.5% Peak in 10 hr 25 min

$19.65M Market Cap

5.7x Rel. Volume

In the Jan 15 session, PT gained 26.10%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction. Argus tracked a peak move of +25.5% during that session. Our momentum scanner triggered 23 alerts that day, indicating elevated trading interest and price volatility. Trading volume was exceptionally heavy at 5.7x the daily average, suggesting very strong buying interest.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Context

The stock surged +26.1% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with t...

Analysis

The stock surged +26.1% in the session following this news. A strong positive reaction aligns with the company’s history of constructive responses to corporate updates, such as the +8.85% move on ZIITECH’s EMDG recognition and the +5.25% gain on board changes. However, a name and ticker change is largely cosmetic, with no stated impact on operations or financials. Sustainability would depend on whether the refreshed brand and strategy translate into measurable business improvements over time.

Key Figures

Effective date: January 16, 2026

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Effective date January 16, 2026 Date new name and ticker "JF" begin trading on Nasdaq

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 04 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
Dec 04	EGM announcement	Neutral	+3.0%	Set date and mechanics for January 8, 2026 extraordinary general meeting.
Nov 18	Interim results	Neutral	+0.0%	Reported H1 2025 revenue growth, narrower net loss, and balance sheet details.
Nov 12	Subsidiary transfer	Neutral	+0.9%	Agreed to transfer Romantic Park equity in related-party transaction with conditions.
Oct 24	Board changes	Neutral	+5.3%	Resignations and appointments reshaped the board and highlighted leadership profile.
Oct 20	Subsidiary milestone	Positive	+8.8%	ZIITECH gained Austrade EMDG recognition to support export-driven growth.

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

Pattern Detected

Recent corporate and strategic updates, including board changes and subsidiary actions, have generally coincided with modestly positive price reactions, especially on clearly positive operational milestones.

Recent Company History

Over the past few months, Pintec has reported several corporate and strategic developments. An October 20, 2025 announcement on ZIITECH’s EMDG recognition and international expansion saw a +8.85% reaction. Board changes on October 24, 2025 coincided with a +5.25% move. Subsequent news on a related-party share transfer, mid-2025 financial results, and the planned January 8, 2026 EGM generated smaller positive to flat moves. Today’s name and ticker change fits into this pattern of corporate-structure and strategic repositioning news.

Key Terms

american depositary shares, cusip, capital markets

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american depositary shares financial

"its American depositary shares will begin trading under the new name"

American depositary shares (ADSs) are a way for investors in the United States to buy shares of foreign companies without dealing with international markets directly. They represent ownership in a foreign company's stock and are traded on U.S. stock exchanges, making it easier for American investors to buy, sell, and own parts of companies from around the world.

cusip regulatory

"the Company's CUSIP number will remain unchanged"

A CUSIP is a nine-character alphanumeric code that uniquely identifies a U.S. or Canadian financial security—such as a stock, bond, or fund share—like a Social Security number for an investment. It matters to investors because brokers, exchanges and record-keepers use the CUSIP to match trades, track ownership, settle transactions and pull accurate records, reducing errors and ensuring money and securities go to the right place.

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capital markets financial

"will continue to leverage the capital markets to deepen its technology"

Capital markets are places where people and organizations buy and sell long-term investments like stocks and bonds. They help connect those who need money to grow or fund projects with investors looking to earn returns over time. For investors, capital markets are important because they offer opportunities to invest, save, and grow their wealth through a variety of financial assets.

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BEIJING, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pintec Technology Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: PT) ("Pintec" or the "Company"), a technology platform committed to enabling innovative financial and digital solutions for businesses worldwide, today announced that, effective upon the commencement of trading on the Nasdaq Global Market on January 16, 2026 (U.S. Eastern Time), its American depositary shares will begin trading under the new name "J and Friends Holdings Limited" and new ticker symbol "JF."

In connection with the name and ticker symbol changes, no further action is required from the Company's shareholders, and the Company's CUSIP number will remain unchanged. The changes are not expected to have a material impact on the Company's existing business operations or financial condition.

The name and ticker symbol changes reflect a renewed focus on the Company's core values and long-term development strategy. The "J" in the new name stands for "Journey," underscoring the belief that every business and every individual is on a unique path toward growth, transformation and opportunity. This new ticker symbol "JF," aligned with the "J and Friends" brand, further symbolizes the Company's commitment to growing alongside its customers and partners.

According to the Company's management: "Our mission is to walk alongside that journey–empowering small business and everyday consumers with technology that is intuitive, accessible and meaningful. From simplifying operations for local enterprises to putting smarter tools into the hands of individuals, we believe everyone deserves support, innovation and a trustworthy partner. Built on friendship, collaboration and genuine human connection, J and Friends is here to make each journey–big or small–easier, smoother and fille with opportunity. Gowing forward, J and Friends will continue to leverage the capital markets to deepen its technology research and development, and expand its market presence, reaffirming its commitment to supporting growth under a refreshed brand identify and embarking on a new chapter together with customers and partners."

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "target," "confident" and similar statements. Among other things, the quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Pintec's strategic and operational plans, contain forward-looking statements. Pintec may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Further information regarding risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

About Pintec

Pintec is a Nasdaq-listed technology company dedicated to delivering innovative financial and digital solutions to micro, small, and medium enterprises worldwide. Through its open platform, Pintec connects business partners and financial institutions, enabling them to provide efficient, technology-driven services to end users across international markets. By empowering partners with embedded financing capabilities and advanced digital tools, Pintec helps businesses expand their offerings and supports financial institutions in reaching new customer segments in the digital economy. Pintec continues to deliver exceptional digitization services, diversified financial products, and best-in-class solutions powered by cutting-edge technology, strengthening partnerships and meeting global client needs. For more information, please visit ir.Pintec.com.

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SOURCE Pintec Technology Holdings Limited

FAQ

When will Pintec (NASDAQ: PT) begin trading as J and Friends Holdings Limited (JF)?

The company’s ADSs will begin trading under the new name and ticker JF on January 16, 2026 (U.S. Eastern Time) on the Nasdaq Global Market.

Do Pintec shareholders need to take any action for the name and ticker change?

No action is required from shareholders; the company stated investors do not need to do anything for the change to take effect.

Will Pintec’s CUSIP or listing venue change after the rebrand to J and Friends (JF)?

The CUSIP will remain unchanged and the ADSs will continue trading on the Nasdaq Global Market under the new ticker.

Does the ticker change from PT to JF affect Pintec’s business or financial condition?

The company indicated the name and ticker change is not expected to have a material impact on existing business operations or financial condition.

What does the "J" in J and Friends Holdings Limited stand for for Pintec (JF)?

Management said the "J" stands for Journey, reflecting a focus on growth, transformation and supporting customers and partners.