Baidu Announces Upcoming Inclusion of Its Class A Ordinary Shares in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect Program

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    "excerpt": "BEIJING , Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baidu, Inc. (\"Baidu\" or the \"Company\") (Nasdaq: BIDU ; HKEX: 9888 (HKD Counter) and 89888 (RMB Counter)), a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, today announced that the Company's Class A ordinary shares traded on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the \"Hong Kong Stock Exchange\") will be included in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect program, effective September 7, 2026. The inclusion is pursuant to the Notice of the Adjustment of the Eligible Stocks in Hong Kong Stock Connect under the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange on September 4, 2026. Following the inclusion, eligible investors in the Chinese Mainland will have direct access to the trading of Baidu's Class A ordinary shares through the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect. The inclusion marks an important step toward expanding the Company's reach among Chinese Mainland investors and is expected to further diversify its investor base and enhance the liquidity of its shares. Baidu appreciates the continued support of its shareholders and investors and remains committed to driving sustainable growth and creating long-term value for shareholders. About the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect The Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect established a two-way trading link between the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange...",
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