Baidu Class A shares join Stock Connect programs for mainland trading
Baidu secured inclusion of its Hong Kong listed Class A ordinary shares in the Shanghai and Shenzhen Stock Connect programs opening direct trading access to mainland Chinese investors
On September 7, 2026, Baidu, Inc., a prominent AI company with a robust Internet foundation, announced that its Class A ordinary shares traded on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited have been included in the Shenzhen-Hong Kong and Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programs, effective immediately. This inclusion allows eligible investors in mainland China direct access to trade the Company's shares through both programs.
The Stock Connect programs, established by the Shenzhen and Hong Kong Stock Exchanges, facilitate cross-border trading between the mainland and Hong Kong. The inclusion of Baidu's Class A shares in these programs signifies a significant step towards expanding the Company's reach among Chinese Mainland investors, potentially diversifying its investor base and enhancing the liquidity of its shares.
Baidu expressed its gratitude for the ongoing support of its shareholders and investors, while reaffirming its commitment to sustainable growth and creating long-term value for shareholders. The announcement contains forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks and uncertainties such as Baidu's growth strategies, business development, competitiveness, litigation risks, and regulatory policies in China.
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