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Major Maase (MAAS) holder trims position, now at 17.77% and 7.13% voting power

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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Maase Inc.’s major shareholder Arts Wing Limited, wholly owned by Robert Liu, reports updated ownership in a Schedule 13D/A. The reporting persons beneficially own 78,564,455 Class A Ordinary Shares, representing 17.77% of Maase’s outstanding ordinary shares and 7.13% of its voting power as of April 7, 2026.

The ownership percentage is calculated against 442,175,578 ordinary shares outstanding, including 435,508,910 Class A and 6,666,668 Class B shares. Each Class A share carries one vote, while each Class B share carries one hundred votes.

The change in beneficial ownership reflects disposals of 4,020,000 Class A shares on January 21, 2026 for approximately $6.0 million and 9,537,589 Class A shares on April 7, 2026 for approximately $32.0 million, both through privately negotiated transactions.

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Large Maase holder trims stake, lowering both equity and voting influence.

Arts Wing Limited, wholly owned by Robert Liu, now reports beneficial ownership of 78,564,455 Class A shares. This equals 17.77% of Maase’s 442,175,578 ordinary shares outstanding as of April 7, 2026, but only 7.13% of total voting power because Class B shares carry 100 votes each.

The amendment highlights two sizeable, privately negotiated disposals: 4,020,000 Class A shares for about $6.0 million on January 21, 2026, and 9,537,589 shares for about $32.0 million on April 7, 2026. These transactions reduce Liu’s economic and governance stake yet still leave him a significant shareholder with sole voting and dispositive power over the remaining shares.

The filing also notes that additional Class A shares were issued by Maase on March 30, 2026 in separate transactions, further diluting existing holders. Overall, this is a material update to the ownership profile rather than a change in Maase’s underlying operations or financial performance.

Beneficial ownership shares 78,564,455 Class A shares Held by Arts Wing Limited and attributed to Robert Liu
Beneficial ownership percentage 17.77% Share of Maase ordinary shares as of April 7, 2026
Voting power percentage 7.13% Voting power in Maase considering Class A and Class B voting rights
Shares outstanding 442,175,578 ordinary shares Maase shares outstanding, including 435,508,910 Class A and 6,666,668 Class B, as of April 7, 2026
January 21, 2026 disposal 4,020,000 shares for ~$6.0M Privately negotiated sale of Maase Class A shares
April 7, 2026 disposal 9,537,589 shares for ~$32.0M Privately negotiated sale of Maase Class A shares
beneficial ownership financial
"The aggregate number of ordinary shares beneficially owned by the Reporting Persons is 78,564,455 Class A Ordinary Shares"
Beneficial ownership means the person or entity that actually enjoys the benefits of owning shares or other assets — such as receiving dividends, voting rights, or price gains — even if the legal title is held in another name. For investors it matters because knowing who truly controls and profits from a company reveals who can influence decisions, exposes potential conflicts of interest or hidden concentration of power, and affects transparency and risk in the stock.
Class B Ordinary Shares financial
"6,666,668 Class B ordinary shares, par value $0.09 per share (the "Class B Ordinary Shares")"
Class B ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically come with different voting rights or privileges compared to other share classes. For investors, they represent a way to hold part of the company’s value and influence its decisions, often with fewer voting rights than Class A shares. Understanding these shares helps investors assess their level of control and potential returns within a company.
voting power financial
"The Reporting Persons' aggregate percentage of beneficial ownership is 17.77%, representing 7.13% of the voting power of the Issuer."
Voting power is the ability shareholders have to influence a company's major decisions—like electing the board, approving mergers, or changing corporate rules—based on the voting rights attached to the shares they hold. For investors it matters because greater voting power is like holding more keys to a building: it gives you a stronger say over management choices and the company’s strategy, which can affect future value and risk.
privately negotiated transaction financial
"disposed of 4,020,000 Class A Ordinary Shares of the Issuer in a privately negotiated transaction for aggregate consideration of approximately $6.0 million."
A privately negotiated transaction is a deal whose terms are worked out directly between a buyer and a seller rather than through a public market or open auction. Think of it like selling a car to a neighbor instead of putting it on eBay: the price, timing and conditions are agreed one-on-one, so investors may see less public information, different pricing compared with market trades, and potential impacts on liquidity and valuation.
treasury shares financial
"based on 442,175,578 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares), comprising of 435,508,910 Class A Ordinary Shares (excluding treasury shares)"
Treasury shares are a company’s own stock that it has repurchased and keeps on its books instead of canceling or leaving in the hands of outside investors. Think of them like coupons a business puts back in a drawer: they don’t vote or receive dividends while held, but they can be reissued later for employee pay or fundraising. For investors this matters because buybacks change the number of shares that count toward earnings and ownership, can boost per‑share metrics, and use corporate cash that might otherwise go to growth or dividends.





G4453R115

(CUSIP Number)
Arts Wing Limited
c/o Robert Liu, 1202, Tower A, 14 Science Museum Road
Tsimshatsui East, Kowloon, K3, 999077
852-63121973

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
04/07/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of This Statement)


If the filing person has previously filed a statement on Schedule 13G to report the acquisition that is the subject of this Schedule 13D, and is filing this schedule because of §§ 240.13d-1(e), 240.13d-1(f) or 240.13d-1(g), check the following box.

The information required on the remainder of this cover page shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purpose of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section of the Act but shall be subject to all other provisions of the Act (however, see the Notes).




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SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Note to Row 7, 9, 11: Includes 78,564,455 Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.09 per share, of Maase Inc. (the "Issuer") held by Arts Wing Limited, which is wholly owned by Robert Liu. Note to Row 13: The percentage calculation is based on 442,175,578 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares), comprising of 435,508,910 Class A ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares) and 6,666,668 Class B ordinary shares, of the Issuer outstanding as of April 7, 2026 according to records of the Issuer.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Note to Row 7, 9, 11: Includes 78,564,455 Class A ordinary shares, par value $0.09 per share, of Maase Inc. (the "Issuer") held by Arts Wing Limited, which is wholly owned by Robert Liu. Note to Row 13: The percentage calculation is based on 442,175,578 ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares), comprising of 435,508,910 Class A ordinary shares (excluding treasury shares) and 6,666,668 Class B ordinary shares, of the Issuer outstanding as of April 7, 2026 according to records of the Issuer.


SCHEDULE 13D


Arts Wing Limited
Signature:/s/ Robert Liu
Name/Title:Robert Liu/Director
Date:04/09/2026
Robert Liu
Signature:/s/ Robert Liu
Name/Title:Robert Liu
Date:04/09/2026

FAQ

How many Maase (MAAS) shares does Arts Wing Limited currently own?

Arts Wing Limited beneficially owns 78,564,455 Maase Class A Ordinary Shares. This stake, attributed to Robert Liu through his 100% ownership of Arts Wing, represents a major holding with sole voting and dispositive power reported in the amended Schedule 13D.

What percentage of Maase (MAAS) does Robert Liu beneficially own after this amendment?

Robert Liu, through Arts Wing Limited, beneficially owns 17.77% of Maase’s ordinary shares. Because Maase’s Class B shares carry more votes, this equity position corresponds to 7.13% of the company’s total voting power as of April 7, 2026.

What recent share disposals by Arts Wing Limited in Maase (MAAS) are disclosed?

The filing reports two disposals of Maase Class A shares. On January 21, 2026, 4,020,000 shares were sold for about $6.0 million. On April 7, 2026, 9,537,589 shares were sold for about $32.0 million, both in privately negotiated transactions.

How many Maase (MAAS) shares were outstanding when this ownership was calculated?

The ownership percentages are based on 442,175,578 Maase ordinary shares outstanding as of April 7, 2026. This total comprises 435,508,910 Class A Ordinary Shares and 6,666,668 Class B Ordinary Shares, excluding treasury shares, according to the company’s records.

How do Maase (MAAS) Class A and Class B shares differ in voting power?

Maase’s Class A Ordinary Shares each carry one vote, while Class B Ordinary Shares each carry one hundred votes. This structure means holders of Class B shares have significantly greater voting influence than holders of an equivalent number of Class A shares.

Did Maase (MAAS) issue additional shares that affected Arts Wing’s ownership percentage?

Yes. The filing notes that Maase issued additional Class A Ordinary Shares on March 30, 2026 in separate transactions. These new shares, combined with Arts Wing’s sales, contributed to the change in its reported beneficial ownership percentage.