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Continuation of Share-Based Compensation Plan for Employees
Main Contents Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui", Head Office: Tokyo, President and CEO: Kenichi Hori) hereby announces that its Board of Directors today resolved to continue the Share-based Compensation Plan for its Employees ("the Plan") introduced on September 1, 2020, and to contribute additional funds to the trust established for the Plan ("the Trust") to enable the trustee of the Trust to acquire additional Mitsui shares, as detailed below. 1. Objective of the Continuation of the Plan Mitsui decided to introduce the Plan in 2020 based on the belief that, in order for Mitsui to sustain its growth and development under a drastically changing business environment, it is essential that its diverse employees continue to work for "Transformation and Growth" together with its management and further strengthen their commitment to enhancing Mitsui's corporate value over the medium-to-long term under the Medium-term Management Plan 2023, which was announced in 2020. Mitsui has decided to extend the duration of the Plan because of the continuing need to enhance employees' focus on the improvement of medium- to long-term corporate value, to encourage further behavioral changes, and to heighten engagement, in order to ensure the realization of the Medium-term Management Plan 2029, with its theme of “Pathway to 2030 and beyond: Shaping Futures through Trust and Innovation”, which was announced in May 2026. For an overview of the Plan, please refer to "Notice Regarding Introduction of Share-Based Compensation Plan for Employees" dated July 31, 2020. 2. Overview of the Trust 3. Items Relating to the Acquisition of Mitsui Shares by the Trustees * The disposal of treasury shares is subject to the Securities Registration Statement becoming effective under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. Related Release: Notice Regarding Introduction of Share-Based Compensation Plan for Employees (Jul. 31, 2020) For inquiries on this matter, please contact Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Investor Relations Division: Contact form Mitsui & Co., Ltd. Corporate Communications Division Telephone: +81-80-5912-0321 Facsimile: +81-3-3285-9819 Contact form
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- August 3, 2026Public Company
Maison Solutions Wins 2026 Global Recognition Award for AI-Driven Grocery Retail Innovation
Maison Solutions Inc. (Nasdaq: MSS) has received a 2026 Global Recognition Award in the innovation category, an honor that acknowledges the specialty grocery retailer's efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into its retail and supply chain operations. The company, which serves U.S. consumers through traditional Asian food and merchandise offerings, was selected because it demonstrated a structured approach to modernizing inventory management, purchasing coordination and store-level execution. Industry observers have noted that grocery retailers face increasing pressure to improve forecasting accuracy while managing complex product assortments and narrow operating margins. Recognition of this kind is relatively uncommon within specialty grocery, a sector that has historically drawn less attention from technology and innovation circles than larger national retail chains. Photo Courtesy of Maison Solutions Inc. The recognition arrives as grocery operators across the United States grapple with fragmented supply chain information and shifting consumer demand patterns heading into 2026. Maison Solutions' selection for this award reflects a broader industry shift toward data-driven decision-making, since retailers that fail to modernize risk falling behind competitors who have already adopted intelligent operating systems. The company's strategy, which links data collection with operational execution, illustrates how established retailers are approaching artificial intelligence as a practical tool rather than an experimental add-on. How the Company Is Approaching Technology Integration Few specialty retailers of comparable size have moved to formalize a technology strategy at the corporate level, a distinction that increasingly separates operators positioning for long-term competitiveness from those relying on legacy, store-by-store processes. Maison Solutions is modernizing its retail platform by combining decades of operating experience with emerging artificial intelligence capabilities, and this combination allows the company to address longstanding inefficiencies in specialty grocery retail. Managing perishable inventory alongside fluctuating customer demand has historically limited visibility across store networks, which is why the company has prioritized a shift toward connected, data-driven workflows. This transition, according to company leadership, represents an extension of existing infrastructure rather than a standalone technology initiative. "We are honored to receive this recognition, which reflects Maison Solutions' commitment to modernizing how specialty grocery retail operations are managed," said John Xu, chief executive officer of Maison Solutions, whose comments underscored the company's long-term vision for its retail platform. "Our objective is to build a more connected operating model that links data, decision-making and execution across our retail platform. We believe this approach can strengthen operating discipline, improve responsiveness and support the long-term development of Maison Solutions." Xu's remarks suggest that the company views technological integration as central to sustaining growth while maintaining consistency across its store network. Maison Solutions has identified several priority areas for its technology initiatives, and these areas span store-level performance tracking, vendor coordination, and demand forecasting. Greater visibility into sales, margins and inventory conditions at the store and product level allows management to respond to operational challenges before they escalate. Modernized procurement processes also streamline supplier communication and reduce administrative burden, while enhanced analysis of customer demand and product movement supports more accurate replenishment decisions. The company is also examining multimodal and agentic workflows that incorporate voice, image, text and structured business data, since these tools can improve how employees and suppliers interact with operating systems. As part of a previously announced non-binding strategic collaboration with SupplyAi and MiniMax, Maison Solutions intends to work with SupplyAi to develop technologies suited to practical operating requirements. This approach prioritizes capabilities that address measurable business needs, building on the company's existing retail network and industry experience rather than pursuing untested innovations. Final Words Alex Sterling, a spokesperson for Global Recognition Awards, offered a closing assessment of the company's selection for the honor, noting that its approach reflected practical application rather than promotional positioning. "Maison Solutions Inc. stood out for its stated strategy of exploring the application of artificial intelligence to important operational challenges in grocery retail," Sterling said, adding that the committee valued measurable outcomes over speculative claims. Sterling singled out the company's focus on store- and SKU-level performance tracking as a particularly practical starting point, calling it 'a problem grocery chains rarely solve well.' Sterling's comments suggest that the award committee considered concrete operational goals when evaluating candidates across the innovation category. Sterling further remarked that Maison Solutions tied its technology efforts directly to identifiable operational goals, distinguishing the company from competitors pursuing artificial intelligence as a marketing strategy. "The recognition underscores a wider shift among grocery retailers toward integrating data and automation into daily decision-making." This assessment, delivered as 2026 progresses, points toward a broader trend within the grocery sector that extends beyond any single company's efforts. About Maison Solutions Inc. Maison Solutions Inc. is a U.S.-based specialty grocery retailer offering traditional Asian food and merchandise, particularly to members of Asian American communities. The company provides Asian fresh produce, meat, seafood, and other daily necessities in a manner that reflects traditional Asian American family values and cultural norms while accounting for the faster-paced lifestyle of younger generations. The company's grocery retail operations are located in Southern California and Arizona under the HK Good Fortune and Lee Lee International brands. For more information about Maison Solutions, please visit www.maisonsolutionsinc.com. The company can also be followed on LinkedIn and X . Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the company's strategy, plans and expectations concerning the integration and use of AI-native capabilities, and the potential benefits of technology-enabled workflows for operational visibility, demand planning, inventory management, procurement, supplier communication, store performance and management decision-making. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks and uncertainties, including the possibility that contemplated technologies may not be successfully developed, integrated or commercially deployed. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements due to factors discussed under "risk factors" in Part I, Item 1A of the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and in Part II, Item 1A of subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, along with other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, copies of which are available at www.sec.gov. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements except as required by applicable law. About Global Recognition Awards Global Recognition Awards is an international organization that recognizes exceptional companies and individuals who have significantly contributed to their industry.
- August 3, 2026Public Company
Fujifilm and Taiho Pharmaceutical Enter into Strategic Partnership for Development of Next-Generation Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) Manufacturing Technologies
FUJIFILM Corporation (President and CEO, Representative Director: Teiichi Goto) and Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. (President and Representative Director: Masayuki Kobayashi) today announced that they have entered into a strategic partnership agreement for the development of manufacturing technologies for next-generation antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). Under this partnership, the two companies will work to optimize manufacturing processes for ADC candidates being developed by Taiho Pharmaceutical using the AraLinQ™ technology of Araris Biotech AG (“Araris”), a subsidiary of Taiho Pharmaceutical. By combining Taiho Pharmaceutical’s expertise and capabilities in ADC drug discovery with Fujifilm’s process development and manufacturing technologies cultivated through its biologics CDMO* business, the companies aim to achieve stable production of high-quality ADCs and enhance their global competitiveness in the next-generation ADC field. In recent years, ADCs, which combine antibodies with cytotoxic agents and other payloads, have attracted significant attention as next-generation biopharmaceuticals capable of achieving both high therapeutic efficacy and reduced side effects. As a result, research and development activities in this field have been expanding rapidly worldwide. At the same time, ADC manufacturing requires highly sophisticated technologies, including the precise conjugation of antibodies and payloads. Therefore, establishing manufacturing capabilities that can consistently and efficiently produce high quality ADCs has become a critical industry challenge. Taiho Pharmaceutical is committed to strengthen optimal manufacturing and supply systems for next-generation ADCs created using AraLinQ™ technology. AraLinQ™ is a proprietary ADC platform technology that enables the selective and homogeneous conjugation of payloads to antibodies and is expected to serve as a key technology for the development of next-generation ADCs. Fujifilm operates its biologics CDMO business globally and has extensive experience and a proven track record in the process development and manufacturing of antibody therapeutics. Its group company, FUJIFILM Toyama Chemical, plans to launch Japan’s first integrated ADC CDMO service in 2027 and is building a manufacturing framework capable of providing end-to-end ADC production services in Japan, from antibody production and conjugation to final drug product manufacturing. Going forward, Taiho Pharmaceutical and Fujifilm will leverage their respective strengths under this partnership to optimize manufacturing processes for the stable production of high-quality ADCs. In addition, as development of the target ADC candidates progresses, the companies plan to expand their technical collaboration and strengthen manufacturing technology platforms and frameworks that support sustainable supply. Contract Development & Manufacturing Organization. Provides a wide range of services to pharmaceutical companies, including process development, stability testing, clinical drug development and manufacturing, and commercial production. Antibody-Drug Conjugates (ADCs) ADCs are medicines that combine antibodies capable of recognizing specific target cells with payloads such as cytotoxic agents. By selectively delivering the payload to target cells through the antibody, ADCs are expected to achieve both high therapeutic efficacy and reduced side effects. As a result, they are being actively developed worldwide as next-generation biopharmaceuticals. About FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation FUJIFILM Corporation is a subsidiary of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation. FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, headquartered in Tokyo, leverages its depth of knowledge and proprietary core technologies to deliver innovative products and services across the globe through the four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging with over 70,000 employees. Guided and united by our Group Purpose of “giving our world more smiles,” we address social challenges and create a positive impact on society through our products, services, and business operations. For more information, please visit: www.fujifilmholdings.com . For further details about our commitment to sustainability and Fujifilm’s Sustainable Value Plan 2030, click here. FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation: https://holdings.fujifilm.com/en Fujifilm’s Sustainable Value Plan 2030: https://holdings.fujifilm.com/en/sustainability/plan/svp2030 About Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Taiho Pharmaceutical, a subsidiary of Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd., is an R&D-driven specialty pharma focusing on the fields of oncology and immune-related diseases. Its corporate philosophy takes the form of a pledge: “We strive to improve human health and contribute to a society enriched by smiles.” In the field of oncology, in particular, Taiho Pharmaceutical is known as a leading company in Japan for developing innovative medicines for the treatment of cancer, a reputation that is rapidly expanding through their extensive global R&D efforts. In areas other than oncology, as well, the company creates and markets quality products that effectively treat medical conditions and can help improve people’s quality of life. Always putting customers first, Taiho Pharmaceutical also aims to offer consumer healthcare products that support people’s efforts to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. For more information about Taiho Pharmaceutical, please visit: https://www.taiho.co.jp/en/ Contact FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation Corporate Communications Division, Public Relations Group +81-3-6271-2000 Taiho Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Corporate Planning Department Strategic Communications Office (Public Relations) E-mail: [email protected] Please note that the contents including the product availability, specification, prices and contacts in this website are current as of the date of the press announcement and may be subject to change without prior notice.
- August 2, 2026Business
Geely Auto Group Reports 250,161 Vehicle Sales in July
Geely Automobile Holdings Limited (HK.0175) today reported total sales of 250,161 vehicles in July, marking its fifth consecutive month of both year-on-year and month-on-month growth. Geely Auto Group recorded a total year-on-year sales increase of 5% in the month, with the Geely brand contributing 197,942 units, Lynk & Co 16,382 units, and Zeekr 35,837 units. Combined new energy vehicle (NEV) sales across the three brands reached 160,165 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 23%. The group also maintained its strong momentum globally, with sales outside Mainland China in July reaching a new monthly high of 106,663 vehicles. Exports increased 202% year on year. NEVs exports reached 62,604 units, rising 616% from a year earlier and accounting for 59% of total exports in July. Zeekr continued to strengthen its position as a global premium technology brand, ranking as the leading premium battery electric vehicle brand in both Australia and Malaysia during the first half of the year. The Zeekr 7X led premium vehicle segments across eight countries and markets. The Zeekr 009 also remained the best-selling premium electric MPV in Thailand and the leading battery electric MPV in Malaysia. The Geely EX2 became the best-selling electric vehicle in Thailand and ranked second in Brazil’s electric vehicle market. It also ranked second in overall battery electric vehicle sales in Mexico. Geely Auto Group will establish the "2030 Lab" to strengthen long-term research into technologies that will support its future intelligent mobility strategy. Guided by the group’s Full-Domain AI strategy, the lab will focus on a range of strategic areas, including acoustics, optics, vehicle safety, power semiconductors, digital chassis, embodied intelligence, data science, large language models and AI agents. The initiative is intended to accelerate the development of breakthrough technologies and further strengthen the competitiveness of its intelligent vehicle experience. On the product side, the group will advance the electrification of its internal combustion engine vehicle portfolio through HEV technologies. The group is also preparing to introduce its next-generation methanol hybrid technology, which allows methanol and gasoline to be used in any proportion within a single fuel tank. Two models featuring the methanol hybrid technology are scheduled to launch soon. Geely Auto Group will make its debut at the Paris Motor Show with all three brands, highlighting the group's global brand portfolio, advanced technologies, and continued progress in international expansion. About Geely Auto Group Geely Auto Group is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. Part of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, Geely Auto Group develops and manufactures passenger vehicles under the Geely, Lynk & Co, and Zeekr brands. With a strong focus on technology innovation, electrification, and sustainable mobility, Geely Auto Group operates world-class R&D centers and manufacturing facilities across China, Europe, and key international markets. The Group is committed to delivering safe, high-quality, and intelligent vehicles enabled by advanced technologies such as hybrid powertrains, full-electric architectures, smart connectivity, and autonomous driving systems. As a global company, Geely Auto Group continues to expand its international presence through strategic partnerships, localized operations, and industry-leading platforms. Geely strives to create mobility solutions that are greener, smarter, and more accessible, driving forward the future of sustainable transportation.
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- August 1, 2026Top Stories
ASMPT Announces 2026 Interim Results Multiple Advanced Packaging Solutions Drive Strong Performance
Group Performance at a Glance Download full PDF Key Highlights AI continued to fuel strong revenue and bookings Record bookings for SMT; SEMI AP bookings doubled YoY Strong Group revenue growth driven by mainstream and Photonics Higher Group adjusted gross margin driven by SMT Revenue and adjusted EPS beat consensus Group Results Summary Revenue Guidance for Q3 2026 US$630 million to US$690 million, +4.8% QoQ and +46.3% YoY at mid-point Full Results Announcement and Investor Presentation available from https://www.asmpt.com/en/investor-relations/financial-information/ 1 For more information about the Non-HKFRS Measures presented above, please refer to the section under “Reconciliation of HKFRS Measures to the non-HKFRS Measures” of the Group’s Q2 2026 results announcement. 2 The Closing of the Disposal of ASMPT NEXX, Inc. (“NEXX”) took place on 3 June 2026 in accordance with the terms of the SPA. Following Closing, NEXX has ceased to be a subsidiary of the Company, with its financial results no longer being consolidated into the Group’s consolidated financial statements. — ASMPT Limited (ASMPT / the Group / the Company) (Stock code: 0522), a leading global provider of hardware and software solutions for the manufacture of semiconductors and electronics, announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2026. “We delivered a strong first half 2026 performance, with Q2 revenue and EPS above consensus and robust bookings momentum, as multiple ASMPT products benefitted from a combination of structurally driven AI demand and recovery in some traditional mainstream applications,” said Mr. Robin Ng, Group CEO . “Looking ahead, despite longer lead times for some materials, our long term demand trajectory remains intact. With our strong product portfolio and technology leadership, we are confident of sustained growth for 2026.” Group 1H 2026 Highlights The advancement of AI capabilities continued to place increasing demands on semiconductor manufacturing beyond compute capabilities, benefitting both the Group’s Advanced Packaging (AP) and mainstream solutions. Its AP business delivered a record half-year performance, driven by robust demand across Thermo-Compression Bonding (TCB), Photonics and high-precision SMT solutions. In parallel, AI infrastructure buildouts contributed to the Group’s mainstream business for both SEMI and SMT. Looking beyond AI, the Group’s mainstream business also experienced some recovery from traditional applications such as consumer, industrial and automotive EVs. Revenue from Continuing operations was HK$8.90 billion (US$1.14 billion), up 18.9% HoH and 42.5% YoY. Both SEMI and SMT registered strong revenue growth due to AI tailwinds. Bookings were HK$12.75 billion (US$1.63 billion), increased 68.1% HoH and 85.1% YoY; SEMI bookings registered strong growth of 56.9% HoH and 81.9% YoY while SMT bookings were up significantly by 78.6% HoH and 87.8% YoY. The Group achieved a book-to-bill ratio of 1.43, the highest since 1H 2021. Adjusted gross margin was 41.2%, up 441 bps HoH and 86 bps YoY, driven by higher gross margin from both SMT and SEMI. Adjusted operating expenditure (OPEX) was HK$2.42 billion, up 2.4% HoH due to higher volume and 15.4% YoY, mainly driven by higher volume, unfavourable FX impact, merit increases, and strategic infrastructure and R&D investments. Adjusted operating profit of HK$1.24 billion, up significantly by 220.9% HoH and 195.6% YoY due to gross margin improvement and operating leverage. Adjusted net profit up 263.8% HoH and 230.5% YoY to HK$972.7 million, due to higher operating profit. Maintained a robust balance sheet with healthy cash and bank deposits of HK$5.88 billion, net cash at HK$3.63 billion. The Board of Directors has declared an interim dividend of HK$0.97 per share. Advanced Packaging – Robust AP Growth and Expanding Opportunities The AP business’s record half-year revenue was US$339.0 million in 1H 2026, up 17% YoY increase and accounting for 30% of Group revenue. TCB, SMT high precision and Photonics solutions were the largest contributors within the AP portfolio. The Group’s AP solutions are becoming key enablers for present and future AI infrastructure. TCB: In logic, order momentum for the Group’s Chip-to-Substrate (C2S) solutions remained strong, supported by repeat orders for larger compound die TCB tools from OSAT partners of the leading advanced logic customer. Notably, in July 2026 the Group received new bulk orders for more than 50 of its C2S TCB tools from OSAT customers. The Group’s comprehensive C2S portfolio is supporting the industry’s transition to larger compound dies for higher AI workloads, further reinforcing its leadership in C2S applications. For Chip-to-Wafer (C2W), the Group secured a bulk order from a leading global integrated device manufacturer (IDM) for advanced CPUs to support client computing and AI inferencing. It also delivered ultrafine pitch TCB tools to the leading advanced logic customer, underscoring its strong position in C2W applications. In memory, even as the Group continued to secure repeat orders from HBM manufacturers, the timing of customers’ new tool purchase decisions remains dependent on HBM4 product rollout schedules. The Group also entered into an exclusive joint evaluation programme with a key memory player to establish its technology as a preferred production standard. In other TCB developments, panel-level packaging is emerging as a potential growth driver for the Group. It shipped its newly developed chip-on-panel tool to the leading customer for qualification and is collaborating with leading industry players to develop packaging solutions for both embedded and surface silicon bridges. Photonics: Pluggable Optical Transceiver solutions revenue almost tripled YoY, driven by customer capacity ramps for high-speed optical transceivers for 800G and beyond. In Co-Packaged Optics (CPO), the Group strengthened its collaboration with multiple leading global players, positioning itself strongly to capture market share as CPO adoption accelerates. The Group offers the industry's broadest portfolio of CPO solutions, spanning ultra-high precision photonics, TCB and hybrid bonding (HB). Flip Chip High Precision Die-Bonding (FC): FC’s revenue registered strong growth for customers that require high-throughput, large-format applications, and cost efficiency. These are deployed for 2.5D AI package, and panel-level fan-out applications for radio frequency and power devices. HB: The Group’s second-generation HB platform continued to gain traction, delivering competitive alignment precision, bonding accuracy, footprint efficiency, and UPH. Active collaboration with key logic and memory customers has progressed to the sampling stage, an important step toward potential qualification. SEMI Mainstream: SEMI’s mainstream business saw substantial growth, backed by high utilisation at leading IDMs amid improving demand for power management requirement for AI data centres and industrial applications. In particular, both revenue and bookings in China were especially strong, with demand for wire bonding and die bonding tools driven by continued AI infrastructure expansion and high OSAT utilisation. SMT: SMT delivered record bookings in Q2 and 1H 2026, with AI servers continuing to be a significant source of demand, supported by the accelerated adoption of SMT’s high flex, high force solutions for large format board assembly. Bookings growth was also underpinned by demand for optical transceivers and China's EV segment. Group Q2 Financial Highlights Revenue came in at HK$4.94 billion (US$630.0 million), exceeding the upper end of the Group’s guidance, up 24.4% QoQ and 52.1% YoY, driven by both SEMI and SMT. Bookings was HK$7.08 billion (US$903.6 million), up 24.8% QoQ and 97.6% YoY, significantly better than anticipated for both SEMI and SMT. Adjusted gross margin was 42.5%, up 302 bps QoQ and 284 bps YoY, coming from both SMT and SEMI. Adjusted operating profit was HK$847.0 million, up 114.1% QoQ and 268.8% YoY due to higher gross margin and operating leverage. Adjusted net profit of HK$637.5 million, up 90.2% QoQ and 253.9% YoY due to higher operating profit. Outlook The Group expects Q3 2026 revenue to be between US$630 million and US$690 million, up 4.8% QoQ and 46.3% YoY at mid-point, and above market consensus despite longer lead times for certain materials. The Group expects Q3 2026 bookings to grow by a high single-digit percentage sequentially, mainly driven by TCB and Photonics. The proliferation of AI will continue to drive structural demand for advanced AI applications and computing needs, benefitting the Group’s products - from AP solutions that are able to address complex technical requirements across the AI value chain, to mainstream solutions that can support the demands of extensive AI infrastructure buildouts. Turning to mainstream, the Group believes that the recovery of demand for some traditional applications will continue. The Group remains confident of revenue growth across both SEMI and SMT in 2026 despite longer lead times as mentioned above, and customers’ dynamic AI product rollout schedules. About ASMPT Limited (ASMPT) ASMPT Limited is a leading global supplier of hardware and software solutions for the manufacture of semiconductors and electronics. Headquartered in Singapore, ASMPT's offerings encompass the semiconductor assembly & packaging, and SMT (surface mount technology) industries, ranging from wafer deposition to the various solutions that organise, assemble and package delicate electronic components into a vast range of end-user devices. ASMPT partners with customers very closely, with continuous investment in R&D helping to provide cost-effective, industry-shaping solutions that achieve higher productivity, greater reliability, and enhanced quality. ASMPT is also a founding member of the Semiconductor Climate Consortium. ASMPT is listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX stock code: 0522) and is one of the constituent stocks of the HKEX Tech 100 Index, Hang Seng Composite MidCap Index under the Hang Seng Composite Size Indexes, the Hang Seng Composite Information Technology Industry Index under Hang Seng Composite Industry Indexes, the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index, and the Hang Seng HK 35 Index. To learn more about ASMPT, please visit us at http://www.asmpt.com/ . Forward-Looking Statements All statements included herein, other than statements of historical facts, are or may be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect ASMPT’s current expectations, beliefs, hopes, intentions or strategies regarding the future and assumptions in light of currently available information. Such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or events and involve known or unknown risks and uncertainties. Accordingly, actual results may differ materially from information contained in the forward-looking statements as a result of a number of factors. Readers should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, and ASMPT does not undertake any obligation to update publicly or revise any forward-looking statements. Save as otherwise referred to below, no statement herein is intended to be or may be construed as a profit forecast. - End – For media enquiries: Lim Ee Guan Director, Corporate Communications Tel: +65 6450 1445 Email: [email protected] On behalf of ASMPT: Strategic Financial Relations Limited Mandy Go / Vivienne Leung / Angela Shen Tel: +852 2864 4812 / 2864 4862 / 2864 4870 Fax: +852 2527 1196 Email: [email protected] / [email protected] / [email protected] ASMPT Limited
- August 1, 2026APAC
GPT begins construction on Melbourne Central’s $170 million transformation
The GPT Group (GPT) has officially commenced construction on its $170m expansion at Melbourne Central, set to deliver a major new dining, entertainment and retail offering that will strengthen its position as Australia’s most productive retail hub. Partnering with construction company Maben and ARM Architects, GPT will deliver approximately 7,800sqm of additional retail space across levels 3 and 4, bringing Melbourne Central to approximately 63,000sqm of retail once the development is complete. The expansion will feature Melbourne’s first flagship Books Kinokuniya store, alongside a large-format entertainment hub, new dining zones and more than 10 new food retailers. Satoshi Yada, Managing Director of Books Kinokuniya Australia, said Melbourne was a natural next chapter for the retailer. “As a UNESCO City of Literature, we believe Melbourne’s creative and literary culture aligns deeply with Kinokuniya’s identity. As we explored opportunities in Victoria, Melbourne Central stood out in particular because of its unique and easily accessible location, and its strong connection with younger audiences and contemporary lifestyle.” The global retailer will establish a temporary concept store on Level 2 ahead of the opening of its permanent flagship store in the first half of 2028. This redevelopment reflects GPT’s strategic focus on developing its existing retail centres, creating high-performing destinations that respond to evolving customer demand and support long-term growth. Melbourne Central currently achieves record annual sales of more than $700 million and maintains 100% occupancy across 55,000sqm. Attracting more than 55 million visitors each year, the flagship CBD centre will be reimagined as an 18/7 extended trading hour destination, supporting the continued growth of Melbourne’s vibrant nighttime economy. Chris Barnett, Head of Retail at The GPT Group, said, “Our Melbourne Central expansion will build on the centre’s strong performance and reinforce its position as one of Australia’s leading retail and lifestyle destinations. “With Melbourne CBD retail sales exceeding $3.9 billion annually and consumers increasingly seeking out experience-led destinations, we are seeing strong demand for high-quality entertainment, leisure and dining offerings in the city. “The introduction of Melbourne’s first flagship Books Kinokuniya store brings a unique point of difference to the city’s retail landscape. Combined with premium entertainment and dining experiences, the development will unlock significant value and create an even more compelling destination for visitors to meet, shop, dine and play in the heart of the city,” says Barnett. Spanning two city blocks between Lonsdale and La Trobe Streets, Melbourne Central is home to more than 260 retailers across five levels, including a variety of existing food retailers and popular after hours dining and entertainment offerings. The redevelopment is further complemented by the new and improved State Library Station, which officially opened in late 2025. Located adjacent to RMIT University, Melbourne Central is also uniquely positioned to capture demand from one of Melbourne’s largest student populations, enhancing the anticipated appeal of the revitalised space. The expansion is scheduled to be completed in 2028. -ENDS-
- July 31, 2026Top Stories
Delta Electronics Expands Malaysia Footprint with New Johor Bahru Office and AI Infrastructure Forum in Kuala Lumpur
Delta Electronics ( https://www.deltathailand.com/en/ ), a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, today officially opened its new office in Johor Bahru, expanding its presence in Malaysia beyond its existing operations in Petaling Jaya and Penang. The new office reflects Delta's long-term commitment to the Malaysian market and positions the company to better support customers and partners across the country's fast-growing southern economic corridor. The expansion comes as Malaysia continues to attract investment across data centres, advanced manufacturing, and digital infrastructure. As these sectors grow, organizations require resilient, energy-efficient infrastructure to support higher power demands, greater automation, and increasingly AI-driven operations. Delta is well positioned to help customers address these challenges through its integrated portfolio of power, cooling, automation, and digital infrastructure solutions. Strategically located in the Southern Industrial and Logistics Clusters (SiLC), Iskandar Puteri, the new Johor Bahru office places Delta within a rapidly growing industrial hub and the Johor-Singapore economic corridor, enabling closer engagement with customers and partners as investment in the region accelerates. "Malaysia is in a new phase of growth as AI, digital infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing reshape the country's industrial landscape," said Eng Yong Ch'ng, Country Manager, Delta Electronics Malaysia. "As organizations scale these investments, the focus is no longer just on expanding capacity, but on building infrastructure that is resilient, energy efficient, and ready for future demands. Our new Johor Bahru office strengthens our ability to support customers and partners as they accelerate this transformation." Delta Future Forward 2026 Further reinforcing its commitment to Malaysia, Delta will host Delta Future Forward 2026 in Kuala Lumpur on July 30. The forum will bring together leading professionals from across the industry to discuss how Malaysia can build the ecosystem needed to support the next phase of AI-driven growth. Centered around the theme Building a resilient, energy-efficient future, the forum will focus on the critical infrastructure required for long-term AI growth. There will be dialogues exploring resilient power infrastructure, advanced cooling technologies, intelligent manufacturing, and how robust supply chains must work together to build a scalable, efficient, and sustainable AI ecosystem. "Malaysia's growing investments in AI and digital infrastructure are creating new opportunities for organizations across industries," said Jason Yuan, President, Southeast Asia and ANZ, Delta Electronics. "At Delta, we believe long-term success will depend on how power, cooling, automation, and manufacturing capabilities come together as an integrated ecosystem. Through Delta Future Forward 2026, we look forward to bringing together industry leaders to exchange ideas, foster collaboration, and help customers build resilient and energy-efficient infrastructure for the future." Discussions at Delta Future Forward 2026 will focus on what it takes to support AI growth at scale, from data centre infrastructure and energy efficiency to advanced manufacturing, supply chain resilience, and the broader ecosystem needed to strengthen Malaysia's position in the regional AI value chain. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore demonstrations of AI data centres, microgrid-to-data centre energy systems, and smart manufacturing technologies, providing a closer look at how these solutions are applied in real-world environments.
- July 30, 2026Top Stories
Ascott accelerates Vietnam expansion with nine signings in 1H 2026, growing portfolio by over 30%
The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a Singapore-headquartered global hospitality company wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment (CLI), has signed management agreements for nine properties totalling more than 3,200 units in Vietnam in the first half of 2026, its fastest pace of growth in the country to date. Four of the projects are with Sun Group, a longstanding partner, and five with owners new to Ascott. The signings expand Ascott’s Vietnam portfolio by more than 30% to about 12,000 units across 42 operational and pipeline properties in 14 cities. Vietnam is now Ascott’s third largest country by pipeline in Asia, and the newly signed properties will open progressively from 2028. Set on the Quang An Peninsula with direct frontage to West Lake in Hanoi, Diamond Crown Westlake by The Crest Collection will offer one- to four-bedroom residences, suites and duplex units in one of Hanoi’s most sought-after lakeside addresses. The property marks the brand debut of The Crest Collection in the northern part of Vietnam. The signings come as Vietnam cements its position as one of Asia’s most dynamic travel markets. International arrivals reached a record 21.2 million in 2025 and grew a further 15% to 12.3 million in the first half of 2026. Domestic tourism adds further depth to the market, with 135.5 million domestic trips in 2025 and 81 million in the first half of 2026 alone. New expressways, airport upgrades and expanded flight connectivity are opening up destinations along the coastline, while companies adopting China-plus-one supply chain strategies are driving extended-stay demand in industrial and administrative hubs. In addition, the APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Phu Quoc in November 2027 is accelerating infrastructure investment across the island. The new signings position Ascott across this growth. Four signings deepen its presence in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong, where corporate and bleisure travel underpin extended-stay demand. Three signings in Phu Quoc expand its offerings on the island ahead of the summit, while a new property strengthens its position in Da Nang, one of the country’s leading beach destinations. Ascott also enters Quy Nhon, an emerging central coast city named by Tripadvisor among the world’s top 25 trending destinations for 2026. In brand terms, the signings mark the Vietnam debut of The Crest Collection, Ascott’s heritage-focused luxury brand, with one property each in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. The remaining signings span Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset and Harris. Mr Kevin Goh, Chief Executive Officer, Ascott, said: “Vietnam is one of the most exciting hospitality growth stories in Asia. Demand is rising in the cities, along the coast and across traveller segments, and our flex-hybrid model gives us the versatility to capture it through asset-light growth. Property owners value that our platform can serve both long and short stays, and operate formats as diverse as serviced residences, hotels, resorts and social living properties. With these new signings, we are reinforcing our leadership in serviced residences and extended stay while extending into the leisure destinations and luxury segments where new demand is taking shape.” Ms Serena Lim, Chief Growth Officer, Ascott, said: “Vietnam’s hotel development pipeline is moving quickly into construction, particularly in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and owners are selecting their operating partners now. In these conversations, Ascott’s operating track record in extended stay is a clear differentiator, offering owners resilient returns through market cycles, while our multi-typology brand strategy allows us to deploy the right brand and format for each opportunity. The depth of owner confidence underscores the opportunity in Vietnam, and with active discussions underway across several markets, we expect the signing momentum to continue into the second half of the year.” A Deepened Sun Group Partnership and New Owner Relationships The four signings with Sun Group deepen a partnership that began with Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi and grew to include Oakwood Ha Long . In Phu Quoc, Ascott will manage three properties totalling 1,400 units within a single integrated development in Sunset Town, set in the Ong Quan Mountain precinct in the island’s south. The properties will serve travellers across generations and lengths of stay: premium serviced residences under Ascott, social living spaces with co-working facilities under lyf, and family-friendly resort accommodation under Harris. Guests will be within easy reach of Bai Kem Beach, Sun World Hon Thom and the fast-developing Harbour District, with direct access to Sun Group’s expanding ecosystem of entertainment, retail and connectivity on the island. The fourth Sun Group signing brings The Crest Collection to Ho Chi Minh City’s premier luxury and commercial district, moments from Nguyen Hue Walking Street and the Saigon Opera House and connected to the city by Metro Line 1. The property will be a flagship for the brand in Southern Vietnam, serving business travellers, affluent leisure guests, diplomatic visitors and long-stay residents. Among the owners new to Ascott, DOJI Group, one of Vietnam’s five largest private enterprises with core businesses spanning gold, gemstones and luxury real estate, will bring Diamond Crown Westlake by The Crest Collection to Hanoi’s Tay Ho district. Set on the Quang An Peninsula with direct frontage to West Lake, in an enclave long favoured by expatriates, diplomats and affluent residents, the property will offer one- to four-bedroom residences, suites and duplex units in one of Hanoi’s most sought-after lakeside addresses. Intertruck Co., Ltd will bring Citadines Riverside Hai Phong to the heart of the city’s new administrative centre in Thuy Nguyen, as Hai Phong grows into northern Vietnam’s industrial and government hub. In Ho Chi Minh City, an Oakwood property enters Thao Dien, one of the city’s most established residential districts. Designed for extended stays in one of North Vietnam’s most dynamic growth corridors – Hai Phong, Citadines Riverside Hai Phong will sit along a landscaped riverside promenade within the Hoang Huy Green River urban development. The property will offer 140 units, ranging from studios to one‑, two‑, and three‑bedroom apartments. Located in the vibrant Thao Dien residential district, Oakwood Thao Dien Ho Chi Minh City is set to offer a contemporary stay in one of the city’s most sought-after expatriate neighbourhoods. Once completed, the property will feature 365 units spanning studios, residences and penthouses among a diverse range of facilities and amenities including dining and meeting venues. Along the central coast, Somerset Non Nuoc Da Nang Resort will sit on the pristine Non Nuoc Beach, with golf courses nearby and easy access to Hoi An Ancient Town. Offering serviced apartments and villas alongside a beach club, specialty dining and children’s facilities, the resort brings Somerset’s residential-style serviced living to the Da Nang and Hoi An coastline. Further south, Citadines Quy Nhon Resort marks Ascott’s entry into a new city, with the beachfront mixed-use resort positioning Ascott early in the destination gaining attention on the back of infrastructure upgrades and rising visitor arrivals. The New Signings at A Glance Ascott property in Phu Quoc, 385 units lyf property in Phu Quoc, 441 units Harris property in Phu Quoc, 574 units The Crest Collection property in Ho Chi Minh City, 154 units Diamond Crown Westlake by The Crest Collection , Hanoi, 181 units Citadines Riverside Hai Phong , 250 units Oakwood Thao Dien Ho Chi Minh City , 356 units Somerset Non Nuoc Da Nang Resort , 549 units Citadines Quy Nhon Resort , 357 units Operating Momentum and Upcoming Openings Ascott currently operates 16 properties across seven cities in Vietnam. The most recent is Lasong Hotel & Villas Sam Son by The Unlimited Collection on the northern coast, where a wellness-focused resort tower opened in April. From 2027, Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi will launch 1,165 guestrooms and 10 food and beverage concepts in phases. Confirmed concepts include Maison Kayser, the acclaimed French bakery and café making its Hanoi debut, and Ukai, the established Tokyo-based dining group with restaurants ranging from Michelin-starred teppanyaki to traditional tofu-focused kaiseki. The property’s International Convention & Wedding Centre is already operational, with 13 event venues including Hanoi’s largest pillarless ballroom. The centre has hosted high-profile events such as the official Michelin Guide Vietnam 2026 Ceremony, and the Vietnam debut of The Famous CFC, the international fan engagement programme of Chelsea Football Club, for which Ascott is Official Hotels Partner. Harris Resort Cam Ranh , a 693-unit all-in-one resort on Cam Ranh’s Long Beach, is scheduled to open in 1Q 2027, introducing the brand’s family‑friendly hospitality experience to one of Vietnam’s fastest‑growing leisure and aviation hubs. The resort will offer a beach club, specialty dining, recreational facilities and dedicated meeting spaces. It will be followed in 3Q 2027 by the 369‑unit Citadines Selavia Phu Quoc , a beachfront property on the island’s southwest coast with an onsen spa and a ballroom for some 500 guests, positioning it to welcome delegations for the APEC summit that November. Mr David Cumming, Regional General Manager, Indochina, Ascott, said: “In more than 30 years in Vietnam, we have moved from investor to asset-light hospitality operator with a strong team on the ground. We share this local expertise with property owners, reading demand early and moving quickly on it. As Vietnam pursues an ambitious growth agenda, Ascott is growing alongside it, from the people and systems that run our properties to the global experiences we bring into the country. With a strong pipeline ahead, our focus now is delivery, opening on schedule and running properties that perform.” Building on Record Southeast Asia Signings Ascott’s growth in Vietnam builds on its strongest year of signings in Southeast Asia, with more than 7,300 units signed across the region in 2025, up 55% from 2024. This placed Ascott among the top three hospitality companies in the region by new signings for the year, according to Horwath HTL. Frequently Asked Questions When did Ascott sign its nine new Vietnam properties, and how big is the deal? Ascott signed management agreements for nine properties totalling more than 3,200 units in Vietnam in the first half of 2026, its fastest pace of growth in the country to date. The signings expand Ascott’s Vietnam portfolio by more than 30%. Where are Ascott's newly signed Vietnam properties located? The nine properties deepen Ascott's presence in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong, expand along the coast in Da Nang and Phu Quoc, and mark its first entry into Quy Nhon. Three of the signings are in Phu Quoc, ahead of the APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting held on the island in November 2027. Which brands are included in Ascott's 2026 Vietnam signings? The signings span seven brands: Ascott, Citadines, lyf, Oakwood, Somerset, Harris and The Crest Collection. They mark the Vietnam debut of The Crest Collection, Ascott's heritage-focused luxury brand, with one property each in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. When will the newly signed Ascott properties in Vietnam open? The nine newly signed properties will open progressively from 2028. Ahead of them, Ascott has further Vietnam openings scheduled: Ascott Tay Ho Hanoi will launch 1,165 guestrooms and 10 food and beverage concepts in phases from 2027, followed by Harris Resort Cam Ranh in the first quarter of 2027 and Citadines Selavia Phu Quoc in the third quarter of 2027. How large is Ascott's portfolio in Vietnam now? Following the 2026 signings, Ascott's Vietnam portfolio stands at about 12,000 units across 42 operational and pipeline properties in 14 cities, making Vietnam its third largest country by pipeline in Asia. Ascott currently operates 16 properties across seven cities in the country. Who are Ascott's partners behind the 2026 Vietnam signings? Four of the nine signings are with Sun Group, a longstanding Ascott partner, and five are with owners new to Ascott. The new owners include DOJI Group, one of Vietnam's five largest private enterprises, which is bringing Diamond Crown Westlake by The Crest Collection to Hanoi's Tay Ho district. What is driving Ascott's expansion in Vietnam? Ascott's expansion reflects Vietnam's standing as one of Asia's most dynamic travel markets. International arrivals reached a record 21.2 million in 2025 and grew 15% to 12.3 million in the first half of 2026, while new expressways, airport upgrades and China‑plus‑one supply chain strategies are lifting both leisure and extended‑stay demand. Downloads News Release (PDF) Images (Google Drive)
- July 30, 2026Charity
Empowering Women, Strengthening Communities: Allianz Malaysia Collaborates with RSMC for the 9th Women Street Crime Awareness Campaign
Allianz Malaysia Berhad (Allianz Malaysia), via its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, continued its partnership with Kelab Marshal Keselamatan Jalan Raya Kuala Lumpur (RSMC) through the 9th Women's Street Crime Awareness Campaign (Initiative). The Initiative held at the Wisma Huazong YTL Hall in Seri Kembangan, Selangor, benefited 200 women, equipping participant with practical safety knowledge, emergency preparedness skills and greater awareness of personal safety risks, while encouraging them to become advocates for safety within their families and communities. Designed for women aged 16 and above, the programme focused on raising awareness of street crime and road-related risks through a combination of educational talks and practical demonstrations. Participants gained valuable insights into topics such as home break-ins, handbag snatching, road scams, stalking, carjacking, accident response, self-defence and emergency preparedness. This year's programme introduced a dedicated awareness and dialogue session, complementing the practical training elements that have been a hallmark of the campaign. The enhanced format provided participants with an opportunity to discuss real-life experiences and safety concerns directly with RSMC experts, who offered practical guidance and actionable solutions to address everyday safety risks. Allianz Malaysia Chief Executive Officer, Sean Wang said, “One of the most encouraging outcomes from this year's programme was seeing community leaders step forward and express interest in bringing similar initiatives to their own neighbourhoods. That is exactly the kind of impact we hope to achieve. Success is not measured solely by the number of participants we reach, but by how far the knowledge travels beyond the event itself.” Founder and President of RSMC, Captain K. Balasupramaniam said, “Street crime awareness is about empowering individuals with the knowledge, skills and confidence to make informed decisions when faced with uncertainty. Through this programme, we hope participants will leave with practical takeaways that not only enhance their personal safety but also encourage them to become advocates for safety within their families and communities.” The strong response from attendees and interest from community leaders reinforced the programme's objective of transforming awareness into action and extending its reach beyond the event itself. Participants take part in a hands-on self-defense training session, learning practical personal safety techniques under the guidance of a certified instructor Hands-on first aid training equips participants with practical emergency response skills and greater preparedness for real-life situations Download Press Release
- July 30, 2026Top Stories
Clean TeQ Water Delivers First Commercial PHOSPHIX® (Phosphate Removal) Operating Reference Plant in Europe
Highlights First Full-Scale PHOSPHIX® Plant Commissioned Clean TeQ Water has successfully completed commissioning and contractual performance testing of its first full-scale commercial PHOSPHIX® phosphate removal plant in Europe, delivered in partnership with Enva in Ireland. Performance Exceeds Contract Requirements Independent laboratory testing confirmed phosphate concentrations ten times lower than the contractual requirement of 1 mg/L across all treated water samples. The plant also demonstrated hydraulic capacity above its design rate. European Reference Established for Growth The successful completion establishes Clean TeQ Water’s first commercial operating reference for PHOSPHIX® and provides a strong platform for future growth in Europe. Europe's First Commercial PHOSPHIX® Plant Clean TeQ Water has successfully completed commissioning and contractual performance testing for its first full-scale commercial PHOSPHIX® phosphate removal plant, delivered in partnership with Enva in Ireland. The milestone marks the commercial deployment of PHOSPHIX® following several years of laboratory development, pilot testing and engineering. It also establishes Clean TeQ Water’s first operating PHOSPHIX® reference plant and its first commercial reference installation in Europe. The project, originally announced on 15 November 2024 , was designed to remove phosphate from industrial wastewater generated by Enva’s end-user, a multinational pharmaceutical manufacturer, ahead of tightening European discharge regulations. The contractual performance demonstration was completed following a continuous ten-day operating test during June 2026, extended by mutual agreement from the original five-day test period to accommodate variations in feedwater flow and composition. Independent laboratory testing confirmed phosphate concentrations below 0.1 mg/L P-PO₄, exceeding the contractual specification of 1.0 mg/L by more than tenfold. Online analysers closely matched the independent laboratory results. All treated water quality specifications, including pH, total nitrogen and chemical oxygen demand, were achieved. The plant also exceeded its contracted hydraulic throughput while automatically staging and de-staging ion exchange trains in response to varying feed flows. The plant is designed to operate at 99% water recovery and produces no liquid brine, instead recovering phosphate as a solid hydroxyapatite by-product that can be handled and disposed of safely and cost-effectively. The project has been delivered in accordance with the contracted scope and marks the successful transition of the PHOSPHIX® technology from laboratory test work and on-site piloting through detailed engineering to full operational deployment. The revised European Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and increasingly stringent industrial discharge limits are expected to drive significant investment in phosphorus removal and recovery over the coming decade. The successful delivery of the Enva project positions Clean TeQ Water to participate in this growing market with a proven commercial reference installation. “Today’s announcement marks the successful commercial deployment of PHOSPHIX® at full industrial scale, consistently delivering phosphate concentrations well below contractual requirements while exceeding design throughput,” says Clean TeQ Water CEO Peter Voigt. “We now have an operating European plant that provides prospective customers with a proven commercial operating reference. A successful operating reference plant provides prospective customers with confidence in the technology’s performance under full-scale operating conditions. “We thank Enva for their outstanding partnership and look forward to building on this success as we pursue further opportunities across Europe.” PHOSPHIX® demonstrates the breadth of applications possible using Clean TeQ Water’s proprietary Moving Bed Ion Exchange (MBIX) platform, joining DESALX®, HIROX®, BIONEX® and CLEAN-IX® as commercial implementations of the technology. Moving Bed Ion Exchange - Clean TeQ Water “The successful handover of this plant marks an important milestone in our partnership with Clean TeQ Water and highlights the value of strong collaboration, innovative technology and operational expertise,” says Enva New Business Director Kieran Staunton. “Working closely with our customer throughout the project, we have delivered the first full-scale PHOSPHIX® tertiary phosphate recovery plant in Europe, demonstrating how advanced treatment solutions can help industrial customers achieve their environmental objectives while providing operational certainty. “Building on this achievement, we look forward to supporting more customers with sustainable treatment solutions that improve environmental performance and help meet evolving regulatory requirements.”
- July 30, 2026Top Stories
JD.com Rises to No. 41 on the Fortune Global 500, Strengthening Long-Term Competitiveness Through AI, Services and Global Supply Chains
JD.com (also known as JINGDONG) ranked No. 41 on the 2026 Fortune Global 500, marking its 11th consecutive year on the list and its third consecutive year among the world’s top 50 companies. This year, JD.com also remains the highest-ranked private company from the Chinese mainland on the Fortune Global 500. The latest ranking reflects JD.com’s continued investment in technology, supply chain capabilities and long-term value creation for consumers, brands and partners. Over the past year, JD.com has continued to strengthen its position as one of China’s leading retail platforms for brands while expanding the role of its AI-powered supply chain. Beyond enabling more efficient product circulation, the company is applying its technology and operational capabilities to a broader range of consumer and enterprise services, creating new opportunities for sustainable growth. Building the World’s Largest Operational Platform for the Physical World As AI rapidly reshapes industries worldwide, JD.com is focused on applying the technology where it creates measurable value in the real economy. Leveraging more than two decades of supply chain expertise, JD.com is building the World’s Largest Operational Platform for the Physical World , integrating AI infrastructure, intelligent automation, connected devices and real-world operational scenarios across retail, logistics, healthcare and industrial services. Today, the platform supports more than 3,000 supply chain scenarios , helping transform AI innovation into practical applications across industries and everyday life. Across its logistics network, Langzu-Tech —JINGDONG Logistics’ intelligent automation solution—helps optimize warehousing, picking, transportation, sorting and fulfillment operations through highly coordinated Goods-to-Person technologies and intelligent operational systems, improving efficiency, flexibility and resilience across the supply chain. Meanwhile, the JoyInside ecosystem continues to expand AI into everyday life, enabling a growing range of intelligent products—from AI-powered toys and companion devices to smart home appliances and healthcare equipment. Extending Supply Chain Expertise into Modern Services JD.com’s supply chain capabilities are also enabling a growing portfolio of services for businesses and consumers. For enterprises, JD.com provides integrated solutions spanning retail, logistics, healthcare, industrial supply chains, technology and infrastructure services, helping businesses improve operational efficiency and build greater resilience. For consumers, JD.com continues expanding services across everyday life—from home services, automotive care and travel to emerging areas such as senior care, pet services and robotics maintenance. By combining trusted services with supply chain expertise, JD.com is building a modern service ecosystem that supports both industries and households. Expanding Global Capabilities JD.com’s international business continues to make steady progress, helping global brands and Chinese brands connect with consumers worldwide. Joybuy , JD.com’s online retail business in Europe, now operates in the United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, France, Belgium and Luxembourg, combining localized operations with JD.com’s supply chain expertise to provide quality products, competitive prices and reliable services. JINGDONG Logistics continues expanding its international fulfillment network. By the end of 2025, the company operated nearly 200 overseas, bonded and direct-shipping warehouses across 25 markets, strengthening cross-border logistics for brands worldwide. Meanwhile, JoyExpress has expanded into Europe and Saudi Arabia, offering same-day and next-day delivery services in major cities across the UK, Germany, France and the Netherlands. Investing in People JD.com’s long-term competitiveness is built not only on technology, but also on its people. By the end of 2025, JD.com employed more than 900,000 people, making it the largest private-sector employer among Chinese companies on the Fortune Global 500. Total investment in employee compensation and benefits reached RMB 157.2 billion during the year. The company recently announced an annual investment of more than RMB 10 billion to provide comprehensive social insurance and housing benefits for its full-time couriers and delivery riders. At the same time, JD.com continues expanding career development opportunities across 183 professions , including robotics maintenance engineers, professional home service specialists, etc., helping employees build new skills alongside the company’s evolving business. JD.com remains committed to creating practical value through AI, supply chain innovation, and trusted services. By helping consumers live better and brands grow more efficiently, the company continues to strengthen its long-term global competitiveness. ( [email protected] )
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