PNJ to issue 170.5 million bonus shares to shareholders at a 2:1 ratio, increasing charter capital

PNJ (Phu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company) announced on April 24 it will close the shareholder list to issue 170.5 million bonus shares to increase charter capital from equity reserves and undistributed profits, based on the latest audited financial statements. PNJ will issue 170.5 million bonus shares at a 2:1 ratio (two existing shares entitle the holder to one new share). The issuance funds come from the share premium and undistributed profits on the latest audited financial statements, totaling 1,705.7 billion dong. The issued shares to increase charter capital from equity will not be restricted from transfer, except for ESOP shares currently subject to transfer restrictions. If successful, PNJ's charter capital will rise from 3,413 billion dong to 5,119 billion. Before the share issuance, PNJ will hold the 2026 annual general meeting on the afternoon of April 22. The board proposed a 2026 business plan with revenue of 48,660 billion dong and after-tax profit of 3,409 billion dong, up 37% and 21% respectively from 2025, alongside a 20% cash dividend. Based on 2026 performance, the board proposed an ESOP issuance with a maximum of 1% of share capital, with rates depending on whether the profit target is met: 0.35% if profit reaches 85% to under 100% of target; 0.7% if 100% to under 110%; plus 0.01% for each 1% profit above target, up to 1%. Beyond 110% the ESOP issuance increases by 0.015% for each 1% of net profit over plan, with a cap of 1%. The issue price is 20,000 dong per share. Previously PNJ reported 2025 revenue of 35,410 billion dong and after-tax profit of 2,828 billion dong, with 12% revenue and 44.3% profit toward targets. For personnel, the AGM will approve the extension of terms for independent director Le Quang Phuc and removal of Dang Hai Anh, and will elect two new directors, including at least one independent. Additionally, the AGM will approve changes to several business lines, including those related to arts and to electronic commerce trading platform services.