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Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD) announced a private placement with a global institutional investor, raising nearly US$500 million through the issuance of new Class A ordinary shares. This issuance will account for about 0.3% of the company’s total outstanding shares post-transaction. The pricing is based on the volume-weighted average price from the last five trading days, and shares will be subject to a six-month lock-up. The deal is expected to close around December 24, 2020.

Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD) held its inaugural Smart Agriculture Competition, showcasing the effectiveness of technology in agriculture. The competition lasted four months and involved data scientists competing against traditional strawberry growers. Technology teams produced an average of 6.86 kg of strawberries, achieving a 196% increase over the 2.32 kg average of traditional farmers. Additionally, they had a 75.5% higher return on investment. The event highlights Pinduoduo's commitment to enhancing agricultural productivity and food security in China.

Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD), recognized as a leader in digital agriculture, won accolades at the 2020 World Digital Agriculture Conference held on December 12 in Guangzhou, China. The company’s cloud agriculture model was listed among the top 10 global achievements in the digital agriculture sector. Established in 2015, Pinduoduo has become a key player in the agricultural marketplace, achieving a transaction volume of RMB 136.4 billion (US$20.8 billion) for farm products in 2019. The firm is committed to enhancing agricultural practices through technology and logistics improvements.

Pinduoduo, China's leading agriculture technology platform, is set to deploy smart agriculture solutions from winners of the Global Agrilnno Challenge 2020 to working farms. The FAO-backed competition, which drew over 150 teams, emphasized innovative solutions for food distribution during the pandemic. Top project AquaFarms Africa focuses on a sustainable aquaponic system. Pinduoduo aims to enhance agricultural productivity through digital tools and has trained over 100,000 farmers. The company plans to invest in smart logistics systems to improve delivery efficiency and food safety.

Pinduoduo (NASDAQ: PDD) has successfully completed a fundraising effort totaling US$6.1 billion through offerings of convertible notes and American Depositary Shares. The company issued US$1.75 billion in convertible senior notes due 2025 and priced 28.7 million ADS at US$125 per ADS. The oversubscribed offering aims to strengthen the balance sheet and support strategic investments in infrastructure and acquisitions. With over 700 million active buyers, Pinduoduo is poised to capitalize on changing consumer habits and enhance its platform.

Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD) announced the pricing of its public offerings totaling US$1.75 billion in convertible senior notes due 2025 and 28.7 million American Depositary Shares (ADS) at US$125 each. The Notes, senior unsecured obligations, will not bear regular interest but may incur special interest if the company fails to meet reporting obligations. The proceeds will enhance liquidity and fund growth strategies. Closing is expected around November 20, 2020, subject to customary conditions.

Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD) announced plans to raise funds for agricultural logistics and responsive manufacturing as consumer habits shift towards online retail. The company aims to strengthen its balance sheet and expand operations through share and convertible note offerings. Recently surpassing 700 million active buyers, Pinduoduo reported its first quarterly profit since its listing. CEO Chen Lei emphasized the need for improved logistics for perishable goods and highlighted the growth potential in online grocery shopping, projected to reach $1 trillion in five years.

Pinduoduo announced a proposed public offering of $1,750 million in convertible senior notes due 2025 and concurrently an offering of 22 million American Depositary Shares (ADSs). The company will grant underwriters a 30-day option to purchase additional notes and ADSs. The proceeds will strengthen Pinduoduo's balance sheet and fund growth strategies. The notes will mature on December 1, 2025, and holders can require repurchase on December 1, 2023. The offerings are not contingent upon each other. Goldman Sachs and BofA Securities are joint book-running managers for the offerings.

Pinduoduo Inc. (NASDAQ: PDD) reported strong financial results for Q3 2020, with total revenues reaching RMB14,209.8 million (US$2,092.9 million), a remarkable 89% increase year-over-year. GMV for the twelve-month period was RMB1,457.6 billion (US$2214.7 billion), marking a 73% rise. Active buyers grew 36% to 731.3 million, while average annual spending per active buyer increased by 27% to RMB1,993.1 (US$293.6). Despite an operating loss of RMB1,295.7 million (US$190.8 million), the company generated positive operating cash flow of RMB8,321.8 million (US$1,225.7 million) during the quarter.