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17 Education CEO controls 95% of shareholder votes

YQ’s CEO and affiliates report 41.3% economic ownership and 95.0% voting control, with recent open‑market ADS purchases under a Rule 10b5‑1 plan.

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SCHEDULE 13D/A

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17 Education & Technology Group Inc. (YQ) discloses in this Schedule 13D/A that chairman and CEO Andy Chang Liu, together with his affiliated entities Fluency Holding Ltd. and Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited, beneficially owns 223,905,836 ordinary shares, representing 41.3% of the company’s ordinary shares on an as-converted basis and 95.0% of total voting power due to the super-voting Class B structure.

Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited purchased 110,628 ADSs (5,531,400 Class A shares) in the open market from June 30, 2026 through September 3, 2026 for approximately US$0.24 million, using its own funds under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan with Tiger Brokers (NZ) Limited effective through March 31, 2028, subject to conditions. The filing also notes that significant blocks of Class A and Class B shares held by Fluency Holding Ltd. and Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited are pledged as collateral for secured loans.

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Beneficial ownership 223,905,836 ordinary shares Shares beneficially owned by Andy Chang Liu and related entities
Ownership percentage 41.3% Percent of YQ ordinary shares on an as-converted basis as of February 28, 2026
Voting power 95.0% Total YQ voting power represented by shares beneficially owned by Liu
Total ordinary shares outstanding 542,784,388 shares YQ ordinary shares outstanding as of February 28, 2026 (342,784,388 Class A; 200,000,000 Class B)
Fluency Holding stake 58,453,168 Class B shares; 10.8% of class Beneficial ownership and percent of class for Fluency Holding Ltd.
Future Glory stake 165,441,568 shares; 30.5% of class 23,894,736 Class A and 141,546,832 Class B shares held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited
Recent ADS purchases 110,628 ADSs for approximately US$0.24 million Open-market purchases from June 30, 2026 through September 3, 2026 under Rule 10b5‑1 plan
Rule 10b5-1 trading plan regulatory
"entered into a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan Agreement (the "10b5-1 Plan")"
A Rule 10b5-1 trading plan is a pre-arranged schedule that allows company insiders to buy or sell stock at specific times, even if they have inside information. It helps prevent accusations of unfair trading by making these transactions look planned and transparent, rather than sneaky or illegal.
beneficially owned regulatory
"Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With"
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.
voting power financial
"The voting power of the shares beneficially owned by Mr. Andy Chang Liu represents 95.0%"
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.
Class B ordinary shares financial
"each holder of Class B ordinary shares is entitled to thirty votes per share"
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.
ADSs financial
"purchased a total of 110,628 ADSs (representing 5,531,400 Class A ordinary shares)"
pledged as collateral financial
"have been pledged as collateral for certain secured loans"

FAQ

How much of 17 Education & Technology Group Inc. (YQ) does Andy Chang Liu beneficially own?

Andy Chang Liu and his affiliated entities beneficially own 223,905,836 ordinary shares of YQ, representing 41.3% of the company’s ordinary shares on an as-converted basis as of February 28, 2026, according to this Schedule 13D/A amendment.

What voting power does Andy Chang Liu control in YQ under this Schedule 13D/A?

Because each Class B ordinary share carries 30 votes versus 1 vote for each Class A share, the shares beneficially owned by Andy Chang Liu represent 95.0% of YQ’s total outstanding voting power as of February 28, 2026.

What recent share purchases in YQ were made under the Rule 10b5-1 plan?

From June 30, 2026 through September 3, 2026, Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited purchased 110,628 ADSs (representing 5,531,400 Class A shares) of YQ in the open market for approximately US$0.24 million, using its own funds under a Rule 10b5‑1 trading plan.

What is the size and term of the Rule 10b5-1 trading plan mentioned for YQ?

Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited entered into a Rule 10b5-1 Trading Plan with Tiger Brokers (NZ) Limited on March 31, 2026, authorizing purchases of YQ ADSs from June 30, 2026 through March 31, 2028, subject to earlier termination and various price, daily purchase, and volume limits.

How many total ordinary shares of YQ are outstanding for the ownership calculations?

Ownership percentages are based on an aggregate of 542,784,388 issued and outstanding ordinary shares of YQ as of February 28, 2026, consisting of 342,784,388 Class A ordinary shares and 200,000,000 Class B ordinary shares, assuming all Class B shares convert into Class A shares.

Are any of the YQ shares held by Liu’s entities pledged as collateral?

Yes. The filing states that 6,611,302 Class B shares held by Fluency Holding Ltd. and 18,252,336 Class A shares plus 141,546,832 Class B shares held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited have been pledged as collateral for certain secured loans.

What ownership stakes do Fluency Holding Ltd. and Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited report in YQ?

Fluency Holding Ltd. reports 58,453,168 Class B shares, equal to 10.8% of ordinary shares and 27.6% of voting power. Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited reports 23,894,736 Class A and 141,546,832 Class B shares, equal to 30.5% of ordinary shares and 67.3% of voting power.

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81807M304

(CUSIP Number)
Andy Chang Liu
16/F, BLOCK B, WANGJING GREENLAND CENTER
Beijing, F4, 100102
0086 10 6479 6786

(Name, Address and Telephone Number of Person Authorized to Receive Notices and Communications)
09/03/2026

(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 7, 9, 11: Represents (i) 11,100 Class A ordinary shares held in the form of ADSs, (ii) 58,453,168 Class B ordinary shares held by Fluency Holding Ltd., a British Virgin Islands limited liability company, and (iii) 23,894,736 Class A ordinary shares, among which 5,642,400 Class A ordinary shares were held in the form of ADS, and 141,546,832 Class B ordinary shares held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited, a British Virgin Islands limited liability company. Fluency Holding Ltd. is wholly owned by Simple Prosperity Limited, which is wholly owned by Vista Trust (Singapore) Pte. Limited, the trustee of Sunny Trust. Mr. Andy Chang Liu is the settlor of Sunny Trust, and Mr. Andy Chang Liu and his family members are the beneficiaries of Sunny Trust. The business address of Fluency Holding Ltd. is Quastislcy Building, PO Box 4389, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands. Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited is a British Virgin Islands limited liability company, of which 99% of the equity interest is held by Glory Venture Technology Limited, and the remaining 1% is held by Future Adventures Investment Holdings Limited. Glory Venture Technology Limited, a company incorporated under the laws of British Virgin Islands, is wholly owned by Trident Trust Company (HK) Limited, the trustee of the Sunny Trust. Mr. Andy Chang Liu is the settlor of the Sunny Trust, and he and his family members are its beneficiaries. Future Adventures Investment Holdings Limited is a company incorporated under the laws of British Virgin Islands and wholly owned by Mr. Andy Chang Liu. An aggregate of 6,611,302 Class B ordinary shares held by Fluency Holding Ltd. and 18,252,336 Class A ordinary shares and 141,546,832 Class B ordinary shares held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited have been pledged as collateral for certain secured loans. Note to 13: Each holder of Class A ordinary shares is entitled to one vote per share and each holder of Class B ordinary shares is entitled to thirty votes per share on all matters submitted to them for vote. The voting power of the shares beneficially owned by Mr. Andy Chang Liu represents 95.0% of the total outstanding voting power.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Note to 7, 9, 11: Represents 58,453,168 Class B ordinary shares directly held by Fluency Holding Ltd. Note to 13: Each holder of Class A ordinary shares is entitled to one vote per share and each holder of Class B ordinary shares is entitled to thirty votes per share on all matters submitted to them for vote. The voting power of the shares held by Fluency Holding Ltd. represents 27.6% of the total outstanding voting power.


SCHEDULE 13D




Comment for Type of Reporting Person:
Note to 7, 9, 11: Represents 23,894,736 Class A ordinary shares and 141,546,832 Class B ordinary shares directly held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited. Note to 13: Each holder of Class A ordinary shares is entitled to one vote per share and each holder of Class B ordinary shares is entitled to thirty votes per share on all matters submitted to them for vote. The voting power of the shares held by Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited represents 67.3% of the total outstanding voting power.


SCHEDULE 13D


Andy Chang Liu
Signature:/s/ Andy Chang Liu
Name/Title:Andy Chang Liu
Date:09/08/2026
Fluency Holding Ltd.
Signature:/s/ Andy Chang Liu
Name/Title:Andy Chang Liu, Director
Date:09/08/2026
Future Glory Technology Holdings Limited
Signature:/s/ Andy Chang Liu
Name/Title:Andy Chang Liu, Director
Date:09/08/2026

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