D. E. Shaw & Co. and related entities report significant ownership in Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. The group, including D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P., D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C., D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., and David E. Shaw, reports beneficial ownership of 273,125 Ordinary Shares of Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp., representing 8.0% of the outstanding class of Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share.
All 273,125 shares are held in the name of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., with the reporting persons having shared voting and shared dispositive power over 273,125 shares and no sole voting or dispositive power. David E. Shaw may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of these shares by virtue of his control positions in the management entities but expressly disclaims beneficial ownership of the 273,125 shares.
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Key Figures
Shares beneficially owned:273,125 sharesOwnership percentage:8.0%Shared voting power:273,125 shares+3 more
6 metrics
Shares beneficially owned273,125 sharesOrdinary Shares of Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. reported by each D. E. Shaw reporting person
Ownership percentage8.0%Percent of RDAC Ordinary Shares beneficially owned by each reporting person
Shared voting power273,125 sharesShares over which each reporting person has shared power to vote or direct the vote
Shared dispositive power273,125 sharesShares over which each reporting person has shared power to dispose or direct disposition
Sole voting power0 sharesShares over which the reporting persons have sole power to vote
Sole dispositive power0 sharesShares over which the reporting persons have sole power to dispose
"David E. Shaw may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of such shares."
A beneficial owner is the person who ultimately owns or controls a financial asset or property, even if their name isn't directly on official documents. Think of it like someone who secretly holds the keys to a safe deposit box—others may appear to have access, but the true owner is the one who benefits from what's inside. Identifying beneficial owners helps ensure transparency and prevent illegal activities like money laundering or fraud.
shared voting powerfinancial
"Shared Voting Power 273,125.00"
Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.
shared dispositive powerfinancial
"Shared Dispositive Power 273,125.00"
disclaims beneficial ownershipfinancial
"David E. Shaw disclaims beneficial ownership of such 273,125 shares."
Power of Attorneyregulatory
"Exhibit 1: Power of Attorney, granted by David E. Shaw"
A power of attorney is a legal document that allows one person to make decisions and act on behalf of another person, often in financial or legal matters. It’s like giving someone a trusted helper or agent the authority to handle important tasks if you are unable to do so yourself. This matters to investors because it can impact how their assets are managed or transferred if they become unable to oversee their affairs.
Joint Filing Agreementregulatory
"Exhibit 3: Joint Filing Agreement, by and among the Reporting Persons"
FAQ
What stake in RDAC does D. E. Shaw report on this Schedule 13G?
The reporting group discloses beneficial ownership of 273,125 Ordinary Shares of Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. (RDAC), representing 8.0% of the outstanding class, all held in the name of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C..
Which entities are the reporting persons in the RDAC Schedule 13G?
The filing lists D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P., D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C., D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., and David E. Shaw as reporting persons, all providing a common business address at Two Manhattan West, 375 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10001.
How much voting power does the D. E. Shaw group report over RDAC shares?
Each reporting person reports 0 shares with sole voting power and 273,125 shares with shared voting power. They also report 273,125 shares with shared dispositive power and no sole dispositive power over Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. shares.
What percentage of RDAC does each D. E. Shaw reporting person beneficially own?
Each of D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P., D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C., D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., and David E. Shaw reports beneficial ownership of 8.0% of RDAC’s Ordinary Shares, corresponding to 273,125 shares for each reporting person.
Does David E. Shaw directly own RDAC shares according to this filing?
The filing states that David E. Shaw does not own any shares directly. He may be deemed to beneficially own 273,125 shares through control relationships but disclaims beneficial ownership of those shares.
Where is Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp. based according to the Schedule 13G?
Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp.’s principal executive offices are listed at No. 604, Yixing Road, Wanbolin District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China 030024, and the securities covered are Ordinary Shares with CUSIP G7576K107.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 13G
UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp.
(Name of Issuer)
Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share
(Title of Class of Securities)
G7576K107
(CUSIP Number)
06/30/2026
(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)
Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:
Rule 13d-1(b)
Rule 13d-1(c)
Rule 13d-1(d)
schemaVersion:
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G7576K107
1
Names of Reporting Persons
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
273,125.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
273,125.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
273,125.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IA, PN
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G7576K107
1
Names of Reporting Persons
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
273,125.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
273,125.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
273,125.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
OO
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G7576K107
1
Names of Reporting Persons
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
DELAWARE
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
273,125.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
273,125.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
273,125.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
OO
SCHEDULE 13G
CUSIP Number(s):
G7576K107
1
Names of Reporting Persons
David E. Shaw
2
Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)
(a)
(b)
3
Sec Use Only
4
Citizenship or Place of Organization
UNITED STATES
Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:
5
Sole Voting Power
0.00
6
Shared Voting Power
273,125.00
7
Sole Dispositive Power
0.00
8
Shared Dispositive Power
273,125.00
9
Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person
273,125.00
10
Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)
11
Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)
8.0 %
12
Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)
IN
SCHEDULE 13G
Item 1.
(a)
Name of issuer:
Rising Dragon Acquisition Corp.
(b)
Address of issuer's principal executive offices:
No. 604, Yixing Road, Wanbolin District, Taiyuan City, Shanxi Province, China 030024
Item 2.
(a)
Name of person filing:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
David E. Shaw
(b)
Address or principal business office or, if none, residence:
The business address for each reporting person is:
Two Manhattan West
375 Ninth Avenue, 52nd Floor
New York, NY 10001
(c)
Citizenship:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P. is a limited partnership organized under the laws of the state of Delaware.
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C. is a limited liability company organized under the laws of the state of Delaware.
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C. is a limited liability company organized under the laws of the state of Delaware.
David E. Shaw is a citizen of the United States of America.
(d)
Title of class of securities:
Ordinary Shares, par value $0.0001 per share
(e)
CUSIP Number(s):
G7576K107
Item 3.
If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)
Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)
Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)
Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)
Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)
An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)
An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)
A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)
A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)
A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)
A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J),
please specify the type of institution:
(k)
Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.
Ownership
(a)
Amount beneficially owned:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 273,125 shares
This is composed of 273,125 shares in the name of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
This is composed of 273,125 shares in the name of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
David E. Shaw: 273,125 shares
This is composed of 273,125 shares in the name of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
David E. Shaw does not own any shares directly. By virtue of David E. Shaw's position as President and sole shareholder of D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc., which is the general partner of D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P., which in turn is the investment adviser of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., and by virtue of David E. Shaw's position as President and sole shareholder of D. E. Shaw & Co. II, Inc., which is the managing member of D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C., which in turn is the manager of D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C., David E. Shaw may be deemed to have the shared power to vote or direct the vote of, and the shared power to dispose or direct the disposition of, the 273,125 shares as described above constituting 8.0% of the outstanding shares, and, therefore, David E. Shaw may be deemed to be the beneficial owner of such shares. David E. Shaw disclaims beneficial ownership of such 273,125 shares.
(b)
Percent of class:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 8.0%
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 8.0%
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 8.0%
David E. Shaw: 8.0%
(c)
Number of shares as to which the person has:
(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 0 shares
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 0 shares
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 0 shares
David E. Shaw: 0 shares
(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 273,125 shares
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
David E. Shaw: 273,125 shares
(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 0 shares
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 0 shares
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 0 shares
David E. Shaw: 0 shares
(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of:
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.: 273,125 shares
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.: 273,125 shares
David E. Shaw: 273,125 shares
Item 5.
Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
Not Applicable
Item 6.
Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
Not Applicable
Item 7.
Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
Not Applicable
Item 8.
Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
Not Applicable
Item 9.
Notice of Dissolution of Group.
Not Applicable
Item 10.
Certifications:
Not Applicable
SIGNATURE
After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.P.
Signature:
/s/ Daniel R. Marcus
Name/Title:
Daniel R. Marcus / Chief Compliance Officer
Date:
08/14/2026
D. E. Shaw & Co., L.L.C.
Signature:
/s/ Daniel R. Marcus
Name/Title:
Daniel R. Marcus / Authorized Signatory
Date:
08/14/2026
D. E. Shaw Valence Portfolios, L.L.C.
Signature:
/s/ Daniel R. Marcus
Name/Title:
Daniel R. Marcus / Authorized Signatory
Date:
08/14/2026
David E. Shaw
Signature:
/s/ Daniel R. Marcus
Name/Title:
Daniel R. Marcus / Attorney-in-Fact for David E. Shaw
Date:
08/14/2026
Comments accompanying signature: Exhibit 1: Power of Attorney, granted by David E. Shaw relating to D. E. Shaw & Co., Inc., in favor of the signatories hereto, among others, dated August 1, 2024.
Exhibit 2: Power of Attorney, granted by David E. Shaw relating to D. E. Shaw & Co. II, Inc., in favor of the signatories hereto, among others, dated August 1, 2024.
Exhibit Information
Exhibit 3: Joint Filing Agreement, by and among the Reporting Persons, dated August 14, 2026.
