Clever Way, Lu Yang report 9.96% Universe stake

Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) received a Schedule 13G reporting passive beneficial ownership of its Class A ordinary shares by Clever Way Global Limited and Lu Yang.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) received a Schedule 13G reporting passive beneficial ownership of its Class A ordinary shares by Clever Way Global Limited and Lu Yang. The filing states that Clever Way Global Limited beneficially owns 498,922 Class A ordinary shares, all of which are also attributed to Lu Yang through ownership and control of Clever Way Global Limited. This position represents 9.96% of the Class A ordinary shares, based on 5,008,313 shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026. Voting and dispositive power over these shares is reported as shared, with no sole voting or dispositive power for either reporting person.

Key Figures

Beneficially owned shares: 498,922 Class A ordinary shares Percent of class: 9.96% Shares outstanding: 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares +2 more

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Beneficially owned shares 498,922 Class A ordinary shares Beneficially owned by each of Clever Way Global Limited and Lu Yang

Percent of class 9.96% Ownership percentage of Class A ordinary shares for each reporting person

Shares outstanding 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026

Shared voting power 498,922 shares Shares over which each reporting person has shared power to vote

Shared dispositive power 498,922 shares Shares over which each reporting person has shared power to dispose

Key Terms

Schedule 13G, beneficially owned, shared voting power, shared dispositive power, +1 more

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Schedule 13G regulatory

"Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) received a Schedule 13G reporting passive"

A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.

beneficially owned financial

"Amount beneficially owned: Clever Way Global Limited: 498,922.00 Lu Yang: 498,922.00"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

shared voting power financial

"Shared Voting Power 498,922.00"

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 power financial

"Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00"

percent of class financial

"Percent of class: Clever Way Global Limited: 9.96% Lu Yang: 9.96%"

Percent of class is the portion of a specific category of securities—such as a company’s common shares, preferred shares, or a bond series—that takes part in or approves a corporate action (vote, consent, tender, etc.). Investors watch this number because it reveals how much support or opposition exists within that particular shareholder group; like counting how many members of a club back a proposal, it can determine whether a plan passes or how influence is distributed.

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What percentage of Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) does Clever Way Global Limited own?

Clever Way Global Limited reports beneficial ownership of 9.96% of Universe Pharmaceuticals INC’s Class A ordinary shares, representing 498,922 shares based on 5,008,313 shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026.

How many UPC Class A ordinary shares are beneficially owned by Lu Yang?

Lu Yang is reported as beneficially owning 498,922 Class A ordinary shares of Universe Pharmaceuticals INC, the same shares held by Clever Way Global Limited, which Lu Yang wholly owns and controls. This equals 9.96% of the class.

Does the 13G filer have sole or shared voting power over UPC shares?

The filing reports 0 shares with sole voting power and 498,922 shares with shared voting power for both Clever Way Global Limited and Lu Yang, indicating all reported UPC shares are subject to shared voting authority.

What is the total number of UPC Class A ordinary shares outstanding used in the 13G calculation?

The reported ownership percentages are calculated using 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026 for Universe Pharmaceuticals INC.

What is the relationship between Clever Way Global Limited and Lu Yang in the UPC Schedule 13G?

The filing states that Clever Way Global Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Lu Yang. The 498,922 UPC Class A shares are held by Clever Way Global Limited and treated as beneficially owned by both the company and Lu Yang.

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Available on EDGAR 09/01/2026 - 06:08 PM EDT Accepted by SEC EDGAR 09/01/2026 - 06:07 PM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Universe Pharmaceuticals INC

(Name of Issuer)

Class A ordinary shares

(Title of Class of Securities)

G9442G138

(CUSIP Number)

07/27/2026

(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): G9442G138

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Clever Way Global Limited

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

VIRGIN ISLANDS, BRITISH

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 498,922.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

498,922.00

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)

9.96 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

CO

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: The amount in rows 6, 8 and 9 represents 498,922 Class A ordinary shares held by Clever Way Global Limited, a company with limited liability formed in the British Virgin Islands. Clever Way Global Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Lu Yang, an individual. Percentage of class is calculated based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026.

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G9442G138

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Lu Yang

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

CHINA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 498,922.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

498,922.00

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)

9.96 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: The amount in rows 6, 8 and 9 represents 498,922 Class A ordinary shares held by Clever Way Global Limited, a company with limited liability formed in the British Virgin Islands. Clever Way Global Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Lu Yang, an individual. Percentage of class is calculated based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 27, 2026.

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Universe Pharmaceuticals INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 265 Jingjiu Avenue, Jinggangshan Economic and Technological, Ji'an, Jiangxi, CHINA, 343100
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Clever Way Global Limited Lu Yang
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: Clever Way Global Limited: Vistra Corporate Services Centre, Wickhams Cay II, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands Lu Yang: 2703, No. 24 Meifeng Sanli Jindu Haijing International, Hongtou Community, Xike Town, Tong'an District, Xiamen, Fujian Province 361100, People's Republic of China
(c)	Citizenship: Clever Way Global Limited: British Virgin Islands Lu Yang: People's Republic of China
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A ordinary shares
(e)	CUSIP Number(s): G9442G138
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: Clever Way Global Limited: 498,922.00 Lu Yang: 498,922.00
(b)	Percent of class: Clever Way Global Limited: 9.96% Lu Yang: 9.96%
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: See Row 5 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: See Row 6 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See Row 7 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See Row 8 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
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:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

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.

Clever Way Global Limited

Signature:	/s/ Lu Yang
Name/Title:	Lu Yang/Director
Date:	09/01/2026

Lu Yang

Signature:	/s/ Lu Yang
Name/Title:	Lu Yang
Date:	09/01/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement