It was reported on December 29 that according to documents disclosed by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on December 29, VGB Limited was sold off the market at an average price of HK$2.0 per share on December 22$ERNEST BOREL (01856.HK)$5 million common shares worth approximately HK$10 million. After the sale, VGB Limited's latest shareholding was 206 million shares, and the good position ratio dropped from 58.52% to 57.14%.
This transaction involves other related parties: Full Day Limited and Citychamp Watch & Jewellery Group Limited.
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