On November 23, according to documents disclosed by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on November 23, Ansheng Holdings Co., Ltd. increased its OTC holdings by HK$0.0504 per share on November 22 at an average price of HK$0.0504 per share$EVERCHINA INT'L (00202.HK)$86 million common shares, with a value of approximately HK$4.334,400. After the increase in holdings, the latest number of shares held by Ansheng Holdings Co., Ltd. was 733 million shares, and the good position ratio rose from 8.87% to 10.05%.
This transaction involves another related party: Tang Yongning.
Why did activists increase their holdings, but their shareholding ratio declined?
This may be because listed companies have placed additional shares, leading to a dilution in the shareholding ratio of actors.
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Why is disclosure of interests important?
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