Bank of Communications A-share issuance application accepted

** Bank of Communications (SSE: 601328) has announced that its application for an A-share issuance has been accepted by the Shanghai Stock Exchange (SSE) on April 17, 2025. The SSE confirmed that the application documents are complete and meet the required legal format, allowing the process to move forward to the review stage. This action signifies a step forward for Bank of Communications to further strengthen its capital structure and support its future growth initiatives. The proposed A-share issuance, is still subject to review and approval, with potential uncertainty regarding the completion timeline. The official announcement is made as document number 2025-031.