Significant Securities Dealings Disclosed in Bright Smart Securities & Commodities Group Limited

Key Information for Investors

• Date of Disclosure: 17 April 2026
• Relevant Parties: Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC
• Subject: Possible mandatory general offer involving Bright Smart Securities & Commodities Group Limited

Details of the Disclosed Dealings

The Executive has received a formal disclosure of dealings under Rule 22 of the Hong Kong Code on Takeovers and Mergers. The disclosure relates to derivatives transactions conducted by Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC (MSCS), a party connected with the Offeror in a possible mandatory general offer for Bright Smart Securities & Commodities Group Limited.

Transactions Overview

• Date of Dealings: 16 April 2026
• Type of Securities: Derivatives (classified as “Other types of products”)
• Nature of Transactions:
  • Unsolicited client facilitation – Purchase of 50,000 reference securities
  • Unsolicited client facilitation – Sale of 50,000 reference securities
• Maturity/Closing Date: 29 May 2026
• Reference Price: HK\$11.9996 per share
• Total Amount Involved: HK\$599,980 for each purchase and sale transaction
• Resultant Balance: Zero (no outstanding position after these transactions)

Shareholder Significance & Potential Impact

These dealings are significant for shareholders because:

• They occur in the context of a possible mandatory general offer, which could impact control or ownership of Bright Smart Securities & Commodities Group Limited.
• Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC is identified as a Class (5) associate connected with the Offeror, underlining the potential for strategic activity related to a takeover.
• The transactions, though for client facilitation, reflect active interest at a price point near HK\$12 per share, which may be seen as a reference for future offer pricing or market value.
• The prompt disclosure and zero resultant position suggest these were not speculative trades by MSCS, but rather client-driven transactions.

Corporate Structure Note

• Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC is ultimately owned by Morgan Stanley, a major international financial institution.

Investor Takeaway

Shareholders should be aware that the involvement of Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC, as an associate of the Offeror, in derivative transactions may signal ongoing preparations or market activity related to a potential general offer for Bright Smart Securities & Commodities Group Limited. While the transactions themselves had no lasting net position, their disclosure is a regulatory requirement and signals that the company is under close scrutiny in the context of possible corporate actions that could affect share value.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Investors should consult their financial advisors and review official disclosures and announcements before making any investment decisions. The information provided is based on public regulatory filings and may be subject to change.

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