Shanglue Xiao and Mr. Shangce Xiao each holds 99.0099% and 0.9901% of the equity interests in Yunji Preferred, respectively. Mr. Shanglue Xiao is beneficial owner of our company. Mr. Shanglue Xiao also serves as the chairman of our board of directors and the chief executive officer of our company. Mr. Shangce Xiao is a relative of Mr. Shanglue Xiao.
Shanglue Xiao and Mr. Shangce Xiao each holds 99.0099% and 0.9901% of the equity interests in Yunji Preferred, respectively. Mr. Shanglue Xiao is beneficial owner of our company. Mr. Shanglue Xiao also serves as the chairman of our board of directors and the chief executive officer of our company. Mr. Shangce Xiao is a relative of Mr.
With respect to the legal risks associated with being based in and having operations in mainland China, the laws, regulations and the discretion of mainland China governmental authorities discussed in this annual report are expected to apply to mainland China entities and businesses, rather than entities or businesses in Hong Kong which operate under a different set of laws from mainland China.
With respect to the legal risks associated with being based in and having operations in mainland China, the laws, regulations and the discretion of mainland China governmental authorities discussed in this annual report are expected to apply to mainland China entities and businesses, rather than entities or businesses in Hong Kong which operate under a different set of laws from mainland China.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—Our ADSs may be prohibited from trading in the United States under the HFCAA in the future if the PCAOB is unable to inspect or investigate completely auditors located in mainland China and Hong Kong.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—Our ADSs may be prohibited from trading in the United States under the HFCAA in the future if the PCAOB is unable to inspect or investigate completely auditors located in mainland China and Hong Kong.
To the extent cash in the business is in mainland China or Hong Kong or a mainland China or Hong Kong entity, the funds may not be available to fund operations or for other use outside of mainland China or Hong Kong due to interventions in or the imposition of restrictions and limitations on the ability of us or our subsidiaries by the PRC government to transfer cash.
To the extent cash in the business is in mainland China or Hong Kong or a mainland China or Hong Kong entity, the funds may not be available to fund operations or for other use outside of mainland China or Hong Kong due to interventions in or the imposition of restrictions and limitations on the ability of us or our subsidiaries by the PRC government to transfer cash.
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Holders of our ADSs hold equity interest in Yunji Inc., our Cayman Islands holding company, and do not have direct or indirect equity interest in the VIE.
Holders of our ADSs hold equity interest in Yunji Inc., our Cayman Islands holding company, and do not have direct or indirect equity interest in the VIE.
According to the Circular of Overseas Listing and Offering, issuers that have already been listed in an overseas market by March 31, 2023, such as our company, are not required to make any immediate filing.
According to the Circular of Overseas Listing and Offering, issuers that have already been listed in an overseas market by March 31, 2023, such as our company, are not required to make any immediate filing.
However, under the Overseas Listing Trial Measures, such issuers will be required to complete certain filing procedures with the CSRC in connection with future securities offerings and listings outside of mainland China, including follow-on offerings, issuance of convertible bonds, offshore relisting after going-private transactions, and other equivalent offering activities.
However, under the Overseas Listing Trial Measures, such issuers will be required to complete certain filing procedures with the CSRC in connection with future securities offerings and listings outside of mainland China, including follow-on offerings, issuance of convertible bonds, offshore relisting after going-private transactions, and other equivalent offering activities.
On December 29, 2022, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, was signed into law, which amended the HFCAA to reduce the number of consecutive non-inspection years required for triggering the prohibitions under the HFCAA from three years to two, thereby reducing the time before our securities may be prohibited from trading or delisted.
On December 29, 2022, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023, was signed into law, which amended the HFCAA to reduce the number of consecutive non-inspection years required for triggering the prohibitions under the HFCAA from three years to two, thereby reducing the time before our securities may be prohibited from trading or delisted.
No condition, stipulation or provision of the deposit agreement or ADSs serves as a waiver by any holder or beneficial owner of ADSs or by us or the depositary of compliance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.
No condition, stipulation or provision of the deposit agreement or ADSs serves as a waiver by any holder or beneficial owner of ADSs or by us or the depositary of compliance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the rules and regulations promulgated thereunder.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Totals (RMB in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents 25,064 12,355 24,713 157,233 - 219,365 Restricted cash - - 22,465 1,002 - 23,467 Short-term investments - - - - - - Inventories, net - - 1,608 27,840 - 29,448 Amounts due from the Group companies (1) 192,678 683,545 524,755 1,476,661 (2,877,639 ) - Prepaid expenses and other current assets 620 11,191 45,858 119,518 - 177,187 Other current assets - - 56,829 9,876 - 66,705 Total current assets 218,362 707,091 676,228 1,792,130 (2,877,639 ) 516,172 Investment in subsidiaries and VIE (2) 807,681 (198,884 ) - 110,587 (719,384 ) - Land use rights, net - - - 174,437 - 174,437 Long-term investments 53,120 - 205,795 105,619 - 364,534 Other non-current assets - 14,831 7,108 275,370 - 297,309 Total non-current assets 860,801 (184,053 ) 212,903 666,013 (719,384 ) 836,280 Total assets 1,079,163 523,038 889,131 2,458,143 (3,597,023 ) 1,352,452 Accounts payable - - 19,505 35,173 - 54,678 Deferred revenue - - 6,409 2,187 - 8,596 Incentive payables to members - - 66,039 - - 66,039 Amounts due to the Group companies (1) - 408,778 877,561 1,591,300 (2,877,639 ) - Other payable and accrued liabilities 1,777 8,673 62,659 53,068 - 126,177 Other liabilities - - 2,731 16,185 - 18,916 Total liabilities 1,777 417,451 1,034,904 1,697,913 (2,877,639 ) 274,406 Total shareholders’ equity/(deficit) (2) 1,077,386 105,587 (145,773 ) 760,230 (719,384 ) 1,078,046 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity/(deficit) 1,079,163 523,038 889,131 2,458,143 (3,597,023 ) 1,352,452 As of December 31, 2023 Yunji Inc.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Totals (RMB in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents 25,064 12,355 24,713 157,233 — 219,365 Restricted cash — — 22,465 1,002 — 23,467 Short-term investments — — — — — — Inventories, net — — 1,608 27,840 — 29,448 Amounts due from the Group companies (1) 192,678 683,545 524,755 1,476,661 (2,877,639 ) — Prepaid expenses and other current assets 620 11,191 45,858 119,518 — 177,187 Other current assets — — 56,829 9,876 — 66,705 Total current assets 218,362 707,091 676,228 1,792,130 (2,877,639 ) 516,172 Investment in subsidiaries and VIE (2) 807,681 (198,884 ) — 110,587 (719,384 ) — Land use rights, net — — — 174,437 — 174,437 Long-term investments 53,120 — 205,795 105,619 — 364,534 Other non-current assets — 14,831 7,108 275,370 — 297,309 Total non-current assets 860,801 (184,053 ) 212,903 666,013 (719,384 ) 836,280 Total assets 1,079,163 523,038 889,131 2,458,143 (3,597,023 ) 1,352,452 Accounts payable — — 19,505 35,173 — 54,678 Deferred revenue — — 6,409 2,187 — 8,596 Incentive payables to members — — 66,039 — — 66,039 Amounts due to the Group companies (1) — 408,778 877,561 1,591,300 (2,877,639 ) — Other payable and accrued liabilities 1,777 8,673 62,659 53,068 — 126,177 Other liabilities — — 2,731 16,185 — 18,916 Total liabilities 1,777 417,451 1,034,904 1,697,913 (2,877,639 ) 274,406 Total shareholders’ equity/(deficit) (2) 1,077,386 105,587 (145,773 ) 760,230 (719,384 ) 1,078,046 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity/(deficit) 1,079,163 523,038 889,131 2,458,143 (3,597,023 ) 1,352,452 15 As of December 31, 2023 Yunji Inc.
Risks Related to Our Business and Industry We and the VIE are subject to risks and uncertainties related to our business and industry, including, but not limited to, the following: ● We have experienced declining revenues, negative operating cash flow, and net losses since 2018, and we cannot assure you that our financial performance will improve in the future. 17 ● If we fail to maintain membership loyalty or generate membership growth, or fail to maintain member relationships effectively and retain existing members, our business and operating results may be materially and adversely affected. ● If we fail to anticipate user needs and provide products and services attractive to users, or fail to adapt our services or business model to changing user needs, emerging industry standards or rapid technological evolution, or fail to provide products at a satisfactory quality to our users, our business may be materially and adversely affected. ● We will not be able to exert the same level of influence or control over members and service managers as we could if they were our employees, and we may be subject to significant costs and reputational harm in the event our members violate any laws or regulations applicable to our operations. ● Any harm to our Yunji brand or reputation may materially and adversely affect our business and results of operations. ● If our business model were found to be in violation of applicable laws and regulations, our business, financial condition and results of operations would be materially and adversely affected. ● Any change, disruption or discontinuity in the features and functions of major social networks in China could severely limit our ability to retain or grow our member and user base, and our business may be materially and adversely affected. ● Our and the VIE’s business generates and processes a large amount of data, and we are required to comply with PRC and other applicable laws relating to data privacy and cybersecurity.
Risks Related to Our Business and Industry We and the VIE are subject to risks and uncertainties related to our business and industry, including, but not limited to, the following: ● We have experienced declining revenues, negative operating cash flow, and net losses since 2018, and we cannot assure you that our financial performance will improve in the future. ● If we fail to maintain membership loyalty or generate membership growth, or fail to maintain member relationships effectively and retain existing members, our business and operating results may be materially and adversely affected. ● If we fail to anticipate user needs and provide products and services attractive to users, or fail to adapt our services or business model to changing user needs, emerging industry standards or rapid technological evolution, or fail to provide products at a satisfactory quality to our users, our business may be materially and adversely affected. ● We will not be able to exert the same level of influence or control over members and service managers as we could if they were our employees, and we may be subject to significant costs and reputational harm in the event our members violate any laws or regulations applicable to our operations. ● Any harm to our Yunji brand or reputation may materially and adversely affect our business and results of operations. ● If our business model were found to be in violation of applicable laws and regulations, our business, financial condition and results of operations would be materially and adversely affected. ● Any change, disruption or discontinuity in the features and functions of major social networks in China could severely limit our ability to retain or grow our member and user base, and our business may be materially and adversely affected. ● Our and the VIE’s business generates and processes a large amount of data, and we are required to comply with PRC and other applicable laws relating to data privacy and cybersecurity.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Our Business and Industry—Any lack of requisite approvals, licenses or permits applicable to our business or failure to comply with any requirements of PRC laws, regulations and policies may have a material and adverse impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations,” our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE have obtained all the requisite operational licenses and permits from the PRC government authorities that are necessary for the business operations of our holding company, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE in China, namely, the VATS License, the Internet Culture Operation License, the Production and Operation of Broadcasting and Television Programs Permit, the ICP filing, the Internet Pharmaceutical Information Services Qualification Certificate, the Record-Filing of Third-Party Platforms Providing Online Trading Service for Medical Devices, the Record-Filing for Business Operations of Class Two Medical Devices, the Publication Operation Permit, the Food Operation Permit, the Record-Filing Application as A Third-Party Platform Provider for Online Food Trading, the registration and record-filing of cosmetic products and the filing of APP (including mini-applet) organizer.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Our Business and Industry—Any lack of requisite approvals, licenses or permits applicable to our business or failure to comply with any requirements of PRC laws, regulations and policies may have a material and adverse impact on our business, financial condition and results of operations,” our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE have obtained all the requisite operational licenses and permits from the PRC government authorities that are necessary for the business operations of our holding company, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE in China, namely, the VATS License, the Production and Operation of Broadcasting and Television Programs Permit, the ICP filing, the Internet Pharmaceutical Information Services Qualification Certificate, the Record-Filing of Third-Party Platforms Providing Online Trading Service for Medical Devices, the Record-Filing for Business Operations of Class Two Medical Devices, the Publication Operation Permit, the Food Operation Permit, the Record-Filing Application as A Third-Party Platform Provider for Online Food Trading, the registration and record-filing of cosmetic products and the filing of APP (including mini-applet) organizer.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—There are uncertainties regarding the interpretation and enforcement of PRC laws, rules and regulations.” 9 The Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act Pursuant to the Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act, or the HFCAA, as amended by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, if the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC, determines that we have filed audit reports issued by a registered public accounting firm that has not been subject to inspections by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, or the PCAOB, for two consecutive years, the SEC will prohibit our shares or the ADSs from being traded on a national securities exchange or in the over-the-counter trading market in the United States and this could result in a determination by the national securities exchange to delist our securities.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—There are uncertainties regarding the interpretation and enforcement of PRC laws, rules and regulations.” The Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act Pursuant to the Holding Foreign Companies Accountable Act, or the HFCAA, as amended by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, if the Securities and Exchange Commission, or the SEC, determines that we have filed audit reports issued by a registered public accounting firm that has not been subject to inspections by the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board, or the PCAOB, for two consecutive years, the SEC will prohibit our shares or the ADSs from being traded on a national securities exchange or in the over-the-counter trading market in the United States and this could result in a determination by the national securities exchange to delist our securities.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—The approval and/or other requirements of the CSRC or other PRC governmental authorities may be required in connection with an offering under PRC rules, regulations or policies, and, if required, we cannot predict whether or how soon we will be able to obtain such approval or complete such other requirements.” On December 28, 2021, the Cyberspace Administration of China and other PRC governmental authorities jointly issued the Cybersecurity Review Measures, which took effect on February 15, 2022, requiring that, among others, operators of “critical information infrastructure” or data processors holding over one million users’ personal information seeking to list on a stock exchange in a foreign country are subject to a cybersecurity review.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—The approval and/or other requirements of the CSRC or other PRC governmental authorities may be required in connection with an offering under PRC rules, regulations or policies, and, if required, we cannot predict whether or how soon we will be able to obtain such approval or complete such other requirements.” 9 On December 28, 2021, the Cyberspace Administration of China and other PRC governmental authorities jointly issued the Cybersecurity Review Measures, which took effect on February 15, 2022, requiring that, among others, operators of “critical information infrastructure” or data processors holding over one million users’ personal information seeking to list on a stock exchange in a foreign country are subject to a cybersecurity review.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—We and the VIE may be adversely affected by the complexity, uncertainties and changes in PRC regulation of internet-related businesses and companies.” Permissions Required from the PRC Authorities for Overseas Financing Activities In connection with our historical issuance of securities to foreign investors, under current PRC laws, regulations and rules, as of the date of this annual report, we, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE, are not required to (i) obtain any permission or approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission, or the CSRC, (ii) go through cybersecurity review by the Cyberspace Administration of China, or (iii) obtain permission or approval from any other PRC government authority.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—We and the VIE may be adversely affected by the complexity, uncertainties and changes in PRC regulation of internet-related businesses and companies.” 8 Permissions Required from the PRC Authorities for Overseas Financing Activities In connection with our historical issuance of securities to foreign investors, under current PRC laws, regulations and rules, as of the date of this annual report, we, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE, are not required to (i) obtain any permission or approval from the China Securities Regulatory Commission, or the CSRC, (ii) go through cybersecurity review by the Cyberspace Administration of China, or (iii) obtain permission or approval from any other PRC government authority.
Our holding company in the Cayman Islands, the VIE, and investors of Yunji face uncertainty about potential future actions by the PRC government that could affect the enforceability of the contractual arrangements with the VIE and, consequently, significantly affect the financial performance of the VIE and our company as a whole. ● We rely on contractual arrangements with the VIE and its shareholders for a large portion of our business operations, which is not as effective as direct ownership. 18 ● Any failure by the VIE or its shareholders to perform their obligations under our contractual arrangements with them would have a material and adverse effect on our business. ● The shareholders of the VIE may have potential conflicts of interest with us, which may materially and adversely affect our business and financial condition.
Our holding company in the Cayman Islands, the VIE, and investors of Yunji face uncertainty about potential future actions by the PRC government that could affect the enforceability of the contractual arrangements with the VIE and, consequently, significantly affect the financial performance of the VIE and our company as a whole. ● We rely on contractual arrangements with the VIE and its shareholders for a large portion of our business operations, which is not as effective as direct ownership. ● Any failure by the VIE or its shareholders to perform their obligations under our contractual arrangements with them would have a material and adverse effect on our business. ● The shareholders of the VIE may have potential conflicts of interest with us, which may materially and adversely affect our business and financial condition.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Total (RMB in thousands) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with external parties (7,174 ) 983 35,563 (155,454 ) - (126,082 ) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with intra-Group entities - - (62,677 ) 62,677 - - Net cash (used in)/provided by operating activities (7,174 ) 983 (27,114 ) (92,777 ) - (126,082 ) Net cash provided by/(used in) transactions with external parties 7,527 11,682 82 (185,621 ) - (166,330 ) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with intra-Group entities (39,068 ) (92,048 ) 18,588 (75,343 ) 187,871 - Net cash (used in)/generated from investing activities (31,541 ) (80,366 ) 18,670 (260,964 ) 187,871 (166,330 ) Net cash used in transactions with external parties (805 ) - (10,683 ) (1,831 ) - (13,319 ) Net cash provided by transactions with intra-Group entities - 56,755 18,700 112,416 (187,871 ) - Net cash (used in)/generated from financing activities (805 ) 56,755 8,017 110,585 (187,871 ) (13,319 ) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 514 498 260 2,580 - 3,852 Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (39,006 ) (22,130 ) (167 ) (240,576 ) - (301,879 ) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of the year 64,070 34,485 47,345 398,811 - 544,711 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of the year 25,064 12,355 47,178 158,235 - 242,832 15 For the Year Ended December 31, 2023 Yunji Inc.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Total (RMB in thousands) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with external parties (7,174 ) 983 35,563 (155,454 ) — (126,082 ) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with intra-Group entities — — (62,677 ) 62,677 — — Net cash (used in)/provided by operating activities (7,174 ) 983 (27,114 ) (92,777 ) — (126,082 ) Net cash provided by/(used in) transactions with external parties 7,527 11,682 82 (185,621 ) — (166,330 ) Net cash (used in)/provided by transactions with intra-Group entities (39,068 ) (92,048 ) 18,588 (75,343 ) 187,871 — Net cash (used in)/generated from investing activities (31,541 ) (80,366 ) 18,670 (260,964 ) 187,871 (166,330 ) Net cash used in transactions with external parties (805 ) — (10,683 ) (1,831 ) — (13,319 ) Net cash provided by transactions with intra-Group entities — 56,755 18,700 112,416 (187,871 ) — Net cash (used in)/generated from financing activities (805 ) 56,755 8,017 110,585 (187,871 ) (13,319 ) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 514 498 260 2,580 — 3,852 Net decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash (39,006 ) (22,130 ) (167 ) (240,576 ) — (301,879 ) Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at beginning of the year 64,070 34,485 47,345 398,811 — 544,711 Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash at end of the year 25,064 12,355 47,178 158,235 — 242,832 17 For the Year Ended December 31, 2023 Yunji Inc.
Taxation.” 11 For purposes of illustration, the following discussion reflects the hypothetical taxes that might be required to be paid within mainland China, assuming that: (i) we have taxable earnings, and (ii) we determine to pay a dividend in the future: Tax calculation (1) Hypothetical pre-tax earnings (2) 100 % Tax on earnings at statutory rate of 25% (3) (25 )% Net earnings available for distribution 75% 75 % Withholding tax at standard rate of 10% (4) (7.5 )% Net distribution to Parent/Shareholders 67.5 % Notes: (1) For purposes of this example, the tax calculation has been simplified.
Taxation.” For purposes of illustration, the following discussion reflects the hypothetical taxes that might be required to be paid within mainland China, assuming that: (i) we have taxable earnings, and (ii) we determine to pay a dividend in the future: Tax calculation (1) Hypothetical pre-tax earnings (2) 100 % Tax on earnings at statutory rate of 25% (3) (25 )% Net earnings available for distribution 75% 75 % Withholding tax at standard rate of 10% (4) (7.5 )% Net distribution to Parent/Shareholders 67.5 % Notes: (1) For purposes of this example, the tax calculation has been simplified.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—The approval and/or other requirements of the CSRC or other PRC governmental authorities may be required in connection with an offering under PRC rules, regulations or policies, and, if required, we cannot predict whether or how soon we will be able to obtain such approval or complete such other requirements.” 19 ● Our ADSs may be prohibited from trading in the United States under the HFCAA in the future if the PCAOB is unable to inspect or fully investigate auditors located in mainland China and Hong Kong.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China—The approval and/or other requirements of the CSRC or other PRC governmental authorities may be required in connection with an offering under PRC rules, regulations or policies, and, if required, we cannot predict whether or how soon we will be able to obtain such approval or complete such other requirements.” ● Our ADSs may be prohibited from trading in the United States under the HFCAA in the future if the PCAOB is unable to inspect or fully investigate auditors located in mainland China and Hong Kong.
In addition to the above factors, the price and trading volume of our ADSs may be highly volatile due to multiple factors, including the following: ● the low volume of trading in our ADSs; ● regulatory developments affecting us or our industry, users, suppliers or third-party sellers; ● announcements of studies and reports relating to the quality of our product and service offerings or those of our competitors; ● changes in the economic performance or market valuations of other e-commerce companies; ● actual or anticipated fluctuations in our quarterly results of operations and changes or revisions of our expected results; ● changes in financial estimates by securities research analysts; ● conditions in the e-commerce market; ● announcements by us or our competitors of new product and service offerings, acquisitions, strategic relationships, joint ventures, capital raisings or capital commitments; ● additions to or departures of our senior management; 63 ● public perception or negative news about our products or us; ● our share repurchase program; ● litigation, government investigation or other legal or regulatory proceedings; ● fluctuations of exchange rates between the RMB and the U.S. dollar; ● release or expiry of lock-up or other transfer restrictions on our issued and outstanding shares or ADSs; ● sales or perceived potential sales of additional Class A ordinary shares or ADSs; and ● general economic or political conditions in China or elsewhere in the world.
In addition to the above factors, the price and trading volume of our ADSs may be highly volatile due to multiple factors, including the following: ● the low volume of trading in our ADSs; ● regulatory developments affecting us or our industry, users, suppliers or third-party sellers; ● announcements of studies and reports relating to the quality of our product and service offerings or those of our competitors; ● changes in the economic performance or market valuations of other e-commerce companies; ● actual or anticipated fluctuations in our quarterly results of operations and changes or revisions of our expected results; ● changes in financial estimates by securities research analysts; ● conditions in the e-commerce market; ● announcements by us or our competitors of new product and service offerings, acquisitions, strategic relationships, joint ventures, capital raisings or capital commitments; ● additions to or departures of our senior management; ● public perception or negative news about our products or us; ● our share repurchase program; ● litigation, government investigation or other legal or regulatory proceedings; 64 ● fluctuations of exchange rates between the RMB and the U.S. dollar; ● release or expiry of lock-up or other transfer restrictions on our issued and outstanding shares or ADSs; ● sales or perceived potential sales of additional Class A ordinary shares or ADSs; and ● general economic or political conditions in China or elsewhere in the world.
Currently, we have obtained the following valid licenses: the VATS license, the Internet Culture Operation License, the Production and Operation of Broadcasting and Television Programs Permit, the ICP filing, the Internet Pharmaceutical Information Services Qualification Certificate, the Record-Filing of Third-Party Platforms Providing Online Trading Service for Medical Devices, the Record-Filing for Business Operations of Class Two Medical Devices, the Publication Operation Permit, the Food Operation Permit, the Record-Filing Application as A Third-Party Platform Provider for Online Food Trading, the registration and record-filing of cosmetic products and the filing of APP (including mini-applet) organizer.
Currently, we have obtained the following valid licenses: the VATS license, the Production and Operation of Broadcasting and Television Programs Permit, the ICP filing, the Internet Pharmaceutical Information Services Qualification Certificate, the Record-Filing of Third-Party Platforms Providing Online Trading Service for Medical Devices, the Record-Filing for Business Operations of Class Two Medical Devices, the Publication Operation Permit, the Food Operation Permit, the Record-Filing Application as A Third-Party Platform Provider for Online Food Trading, the registration and record-filing of cosmetic products and the filing of APP (including mini-applet) organizer.
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Labor Protection in the PRC—Employee Stock Incentive Plan.” We may rely on dividends and other distributions on equity paid by our PRC subsidiaries to fund any cash and financing requirements we may have, and any limitation on the ability of our PRC subsidiaries to make payments to us could have a material and adverse effect on our ability to conduct our business.
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Labor Protection in the PRC—Employee Stock Incentive Plan.” 59 We may rely on dividends and other distributions on equity paid by our PRC subsidiaries to fund any cash and financing requirements we may have, and any limitation on the ability of our PRC subsidiaries to make payments to us could have a material and adverse effect on our ability to conduct our business.
Therefore, we believe that the arbitration provision in the deposit agreement is enforceable under federal law and the laws of the State of New York. 68 ADSs holders may not be entitled to a jury trial with respect to claims arising under the deposit agreement, which could result in less favorable outcomes to the plaintiff(s) in any such action.
Therefore, we believe that the arbitration provision in the deposit agreement is enforceable under federal law and the laws of the State of New York. ADSs holders may not be entitled to a jury trial with respect to claims arising under the deposit agreement, which could result in less favorable outcomes to the plaintiff(s) in any such action.
Our ADSs are currently listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “YJ.” We have received letters from the Listing Qualifications Department of Nasdaq, notifying us that we no longer meet the Nasdaq minimum bid price requirement under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5450(a)(1), and we have subsequently regained compliance within the applicable grace periods.
Our ADSs are currently listed on the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “YJ.” We had received letters from the Listing Qualifications Department of Nasdaq, notifying us that we no longer meet the Nasdaq minimum bid price requirement under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5450(a)(1), and we have subsequently regained compliance within the applicable grace periods.
Our financial position could be materially and adversely affected if the VIE’s tax liabilities increase or if they are required to pay punitive interest. Risks Related to Doing Business in China Changes in China’s economic, political or social conditions or government policies could have a material adverse effect on our business and operations.
Our financial position could be materially and adversely affected if the VIE’s tax liabilities increase or if they are required to pay punitive interest. 50 Risks Related to Doing Business in China Changes in China’s economic, political or social conditions or government policies could have a material adverse effect on our business and operations.
As a result, it is uncertain whether and on what basis a PRC court would enforce a judgment rendered by a court in the United States. In addition, shareholder claims that are common in the United States, including class action securities law and fraud claims, may be difficult to pursue as a matter of law or practicality in China.
As a result, it is uncertain whether and on what basis a PRC court would enforce a judgment rendered by a court in the United States. 55 In addition, shareholder claims that are common in the United States, including class action securities law and fraud claims, may be difficult to pursue as a matter of law or practicality in China.
In April 2024, the VIE acquired all of the equity interests in Yunji Sharing. 57 PRC regulations relating to offshore investment activities by PRC residents may limit our PRC subsidiaries’ ability to change their registered capital or distribute profits to us or otherwise expose us or our PRC resident beneficial owners to liability and penalties under PRC laws.
In April 2024, the VIE acquired all of the equity interests in Yunji Sharing. PRC regulations relating to offshore investment activities by PRC residents may limit our PRC subsidiaries’ ability to change their registered capital or distribute profits to us or otherwise expose us or our PRC resident beneficial owners to liability and penalties under PRC laws.
We plan to continue to determine the amount of service fee and payment method with the VIE and its shareholders based on the working capital needs of the VIE, and settle fees under the contractual arrangements with the VIE when required in the future. We have established stringent controls and procedures for cash flows within our organization.
We plan to continue to determine the amount of service fee and payment method with the VIE and its shareholders based on the working capital needs of the VIE, and settle fees under the contractual arrangements with the VIE when required in the future. 11 We have established stringent controls and procedures for cash flows within our organization.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China.” ● The PRC government’s significant authority in regulating our operations and its oversight and control over offerings conducted overseas by, and foreign investment in, China-based issuers could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors.
Risk Factors—Risks Related to Doing Business in China.” 20 ● The PRC government’s significant authority in regulating our operations and its oversight and control over offerings conducted overseas by, and foreign investment in, China-based issuers could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors.
In addition, our shares may decline in value or become worthless if we are unable to assert our contractual control rights over the assets of our PRC subsidiaries that conduct a significant part of our operations. Our current corporate structure and business operations may be affected by the Foreign Investment Law.
In addition, our shares may decline in value or become worthless if we are unable to assert our contractual control rights over the assets of our PRC subsidiaries that conduct a significant part of our operations. 47 Our current corporate structure and business operations may be affected by the Foreign Investment Law.
Also, such a prohibition would significantly affect our ability to raise capital on terms acceptable to us, or at all, which would have a material adverse impact on our business, financial condition, and prospects. It may be difficult for overseas regulators to conduct investigations or collect evidence within China.
Also, such a prohibition would significantly affect our ability to raise capital on terms acceptable to us, or at all, which would have a material adverse impact on our business, financial condition, and prospects. 54 It may be difficult for overseas regulators to conduct investigations or collect evidence within China.
According to SAT Circular 82, an offshore incorporated enterprise controlled by a PRC enterprise or a PRC enterprise group will be regarded as a PRC tax resident by virtue of having its “de facto management body” in China and will be subject to PRC enterprise income tax on its global income only if all of the following conditions are met: (i) the primary location of the day-to-day operational management is in China; (ii) decisions relating to the enterprise’s financial and human resource matters are made or are subject to approval by organizations or personnel in China; (iii) the enterprise’s primary assets, accounting books and records, company seals, and board and shareholder resolutions, are located or maintained in China; and (iv) at least 50% of voting board members or senior executives habitually reside in China.
According to STA Circular 82, an offshore incorporated enterprise controlled by a PRC enterprise or a PRC enterprise group will be regarded as a PRC tax resident by virtue of having its “de facto management body” in China and will be subject to PRC enterprise income tax on its global income only if all of the following conditions are met: (i) the primary location of the day-to-day operational management is in China; (ii) decisions relating to the enterprise’s financial and human resource matters are made or are subject to approval by organizations or personnel in China; (iii) the enterprise’s primary assets, accounting books and records, company seals, and board and shareholder resolutions, are located or maintained in China; and (iv) at least 50% of voting board members or senior executives habitually reside in China.
PRC laws and regulations restrict and impose conditions on foreign investment in value-added telecommunication services, audio and video services and certain other businesses. Accordingly, we operate these businesses in China through the VIE, and rely on contractual arrangements among our PRC subsidiaries, the VIE and its shareholders to direct the business operations of the VIE.
PRC laws and regulations restrict and impose conditions on foreign investment in value-added telecommunication services, internet audio and video services and certain other businesses. Accordingly, we operate these businesses in China through the VIE, and rely on contractual arrangements among our PRC subsidiaries, the VIE and its shareholders to direct the business operations of the VIE.
The delisting of the ADSs, or the threat of their being delisted, may materially and adversely affect the value of your investment.” Cash Flows through Our Organization Yunji Inc. is a holding company with no operations of its own. We conduct our business in China through our subsidiaries and the VIE in China.
The delisting of the ADSs, or the threat of their being delisted, may materially and adversely affect the value of your investment.” 10 Cash Flows through Our Organization Yunji Inc. is a holding company with no operations of its own. We conduct our business in China through our subsidiaries and the VIE in China.
We may face challenges in expanding our product offerings and optimizing our product mix. Our platform carries a wide range of products including, among others, beauty and personal care, healthcare products, household goods, apparel, shoes and bags, beverage, food and fresh produce, computer, electronics and home appliances, childcare products, and baby and maternity products.
We may face challenges in expanding our product offerings and optimizing our product mix. Our platform carries a wide range of products including, among others, beauty and personal care, healthcare products, household goods, apparel, shoes and bags, beverage, food and fresh produce, electronics and home appliances, childcare products, and baby and maternity products.
Maintaining consistent product quality, competitive pricing and availability of these products is essential to developing and maintaining consumer loyalty to these brands. 30 If our private label brands experience any material disruption in its operations or a loss of consumer acceptance or confidence, our revenues and operating results could be adversely affected.
Maintaining consistent product quality, competitive pricing and availability of these products is essential to developing and maintaining consumer loyalty to these brands. If our private label brands experience any material disruption in its operations or a loss of consumer acceptance or confidence, our revenues and operating results could be adversely affected.
If our ability to raise such capital is significantly and negatively affected, it could be detrimental to our business, financial condition and prospects, and our ADSs may significantly decline in value. Rising political tensions could reduce levels of trades, investments, technological exchanges, and other economic activities across the globe.
If our ability to raise such capital is significantly and negatively affected, it could be detrimental to our business, financial condition and prospects, and our ADSs may significantly decline in value. 45 Rising political tensions could reduce levels of trades, investments, technological exchanges, and other economic activities across the globe.
Information on the Company—Business Overview—Regulation—Regulations Relating to Overseas Listings and M&A.” 51 Furthermore, on February 24, 2023, the CSRC released the Provisions on Strengthening the Confidentiality and Archives Administration Related to the Overseas Securities Offering and Listing by Domestic Enterprises, or, the Confidentiality Provisions, which came into effect on March 31, 2023.
Information on the Company—Business Overview—Regulation—Regulations Relating to Overseas Listings and M&A.” Furthermore, on February 24, 2023, the CSRC released the Provisions on Strengthening the Confidentiality and Archives Administration Related to the Overseas Securities Offering and Listing by Domestic Enterprises, or, the Confidentiality Provisions, which came into effect on March 31, 2023.
Any uncertainties or negative publicity regarding such approval requirement could materially and adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition, reputation, and the trading price of our listed securities. We and the VIE may be adversely affected by the complexity, uncertainties and changes in PRC regulation of internet-related businesses and companies.
Any uncertainties or negative publicity regarding such approval requirement could materially and adversely affect our business, prospects, financial condition, reputation, and the trading price of our listed securities. 52 We and the VIE may be adversely affected by the complexity, uncertainties and changes in PRC regulation of internet-related businesses and companies.
In addition, it is possible that any subsidiary that we own or are treated as owning for U.S. federal income tax purposes would also be a PFIC for such taxable years. If we are a PFIC in any taxable year during which a U.S. holder (as defined in “Item 10. Additional Information—E.
In addition, it is possible that any subsidiary that we own or are treated as owning for U.S. federal income tax purposes would also be a PFIC for such taxable years. If we are a PFIC in any taxable year during which a U.S. holder (as defined in “Item 10. Additional Information—E. Taxation—U.S.
Due to the enhanced implementation of the Anti-Monopoly Law, we may be under heightened regulatory scrutiny, which will increase our compliance costs and subject us to heightened risks and challenges. 56 On January 22, 2024, the State Council adopted the Provisions on Thresholds for Prior Notification of Concentrations of Undertakings, or the Prior Notification Rules, and pursuant to which, undertakings must declare to the State Council’s anti-monopoly law enforcement agency if a concentration meets either of these thresholds: (i) the total global turnover of all the undertakings participating in the concentration in the last accounting year exceeds RMB12 billion, and at least two of these undertakings each have a turnover of more than RMB800 million within China in the last accounting year; or (ii) the total turnover within China of all the undertakings participating in the concentration in the last accounting year exceeds RMB4 billion, and at least two of these undertakings each have a turnover of more than RMB800 million within China in the last accounting year.
Due to the enhanced implementation of the Anti-Monopoly Law, we may be under heightened regulatory scrutiny, which will increase our compliance costs and subject us to heightened risks and challenges. 57 On January 22, 2024, the State Council adopted the Provisions on Thresholds for Prior Notification of Concentrations of Undertakings, or the Prior Notification Rules, and pursuant to which, undertakings must declare to the State Council’s anti-monopoly law enforcement agency if a concentration meets either of these thresholds: (i) the total global turnover of all the undertakings participating in the concentration in the last accounting year exceeds RMB12 billion, and at least two of these undertakings each have a turnover of more than RMB800 million within China in the last accounting year; or (ii) the total turnover within China of all the undertakings participating in the concentration in the last accounting year exceeds RMB4 billion, and at least two of these undertakings each have a turnover of more than RMB800 million within China in the last accounting year.
Because we qualify as a foreign private issuer under the Exchange Act, we are exempt from certain provisions of the securities rules and regulations in the United States that are applicable to U.S. domestic issuers, including: ● the rules under the Exchange Act requiring the filing with the SEC of quarterly reports on Form 10-Q or current reports on Form 8-K; ● the sections of the Exchange Act regulating the solicitation of proxies, consents, or authorizations in respect of a security registered under the Exchange Act; ● the sections of the Exchange Act requiring insiders to file public reports of their stock ownership and trading activities and liability for insiders who profit from trades made in a short period of time; and ● the selective disclosure rules by issuers of material nonpublic information under Regulation FD.
Because we qualify as a foreign private issuer under the Exchange Act, we are exempt from certain provisions of the securities rules and regulations in the United States that are applicable to U.S. domestic issuers, including: ● the rules under the Exchange Act requiring the filing with the SEC of quarterly reports on Form 10-Q or current reports on Form 8-K; ● the sections of the Exchange Act regulating the solicitation of proxies, consents, or authorizations in respect of a security registered under the Exchange Act; ● the sections of the Exchange Act requiring principal shareholders to file public reports of their stock ownership and trading activities and liability for insiders who profit from trades made in a short period of time; and ● the selective disclosure rules by issuers of material nonpublic information under Regulation FD.
If any of them is involved in unauthorized production and sale of goods using our brand name, our reputation, financial condition and results of operations may be materially adversely affected. 29 We and the third-party merchants in our marketplace business use third-party logistics service providers to deliver our orders.
If any of them is involved in unauthorized production and sale of goods using our brand name, our reputation, financial condition and results of operations may be materially adversely affected. We and the third-party merchants in our marketplace business use third-party logistics service providers to deliver our orders.
Business Overview—Competition.” Our current or potential competitors may have longer operating histories, greater brand recognition, better relationships with supplier and third-party merchants, larger customer bases, higher user activity and loyalty or greater financial, technical or marketing resources than we do.
Business Overview—Competition.” 28 Our current or potential competitors may have longer operating histories, greater brand recognition, better relationships with supplier and third-party merchants, larger customer bases, higher user activity and loyalty or greater financial, technical or marketing resources than we do.
Even unsuccessful claims could result in the expenditure of funds and managerial efforts in defending them and could have a negative impact on our reputation. 36 Failure to protect confidential information of our users and network against security breaches could damage our reputation and brand and substantially harm our business and results of operations.
Even unsuccessful claims could result in the expenditure of funds and managerial efforts in defending them and could have a negative impact on our reputation. Failure to protect confidential information of our users and network against security breaches could damage our reputation and brand and substantially harm our business and results of operations.
In addition, these service providers may not perform as expected under our agreements with them, and we may have disagreements or disputes with such payment service providers, any of which could adversely affect our brand and reputation as well as our business operations. 38 Changes in our return and exchange policies may adversely affect our results of operations.
In addition, these service providers may not perform as expected under our agreements with them, and we may have disagreements or disputes with such payment service providers, any of which could adversely affect our brand and reputation as well as our business operations. Changes in our return and exchange policies may adversely affect our results of operations.
For example, the depositary may determine that it is not practicable to distribute certain property through the mail, or that the value of certain distributions may be less than the cost of mailing them. In these cases, the depositary may decide not to distribute such property to you. 67 You may be subject to limitations on transfer of your ADSs.
For example, the depositary may determine that it is not practicable to distribute certain property through the mail, or that the value of certain distributions may be less than the cost of mailing them. In these cases, the depositary may decide not to distribute such property to you. You may be subject to limitations on transfer of your ADSs.
(3) Represents the elimination of the intercompany sales of goods and rendering of services at the consolidation. A. [Reserved] B. Capitalization and Indebtedness Not applicable . C. Reasons for the Offer and Use of Proceeds Not applicable . D. Risk Factors Summary of Risk Factors Investing in our ADSs involves significant risks.
(3) Represents the elimination of the intercompany sales of goods and rendering of services at the consolidation. A. [Reserved] B. Capitalization and Indebtedness Not applicable. C. Reasons for the Offer and Use of Proceeds Not applicable. 18 D. Risk Factors Summary of Risk Factors Investing in our ADSs involves significant risks.
There are also uncertainties with respect to how such laws and regulations will be implemented and interpreted in practice. In addition, regulatory authorities around the world have adopted or are considering a number of legislative and regulatory proposals concerning data protection.
There are also uncertainties with respect to how such laws and regulations will be implemented and interpreted in practice. 27 In addition, regulatory authorities around the world have adopted or are considering a number of legislative and regulatory proposals concerning data protection.
Any failure in maintaining, protecting or enforcing our intellectual property rights could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. We may be subject to intellectual property infringement claims, which may be expensive to defend and may disrupt our business and operations.
Any failure in maintaining, protecting or enforcing our intellectual property rights could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. 41 We may be subject to intellectual property infringement claims, which may be expensive to defend and may disrupt our business and operations.
Any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of such securities to significantly decline. 50 The PRC government’s significant oversight over our business operations could result in a material adverse change in our operations and the value of our ADSs.
Any such action could significantly limit or completely hinder our ability to offer or continue to offer securities to investors and cause the value of such securities to significantly decline. The PRC government’s significant oversight over our business operations could result in a material adverse change in our operations and the value of our ADSs.
Liquidity and Capital Resources—Holding Company Structure.” 10 Under PRC laws and regulations, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE are subject to certain restrictions with respect to paying dividends or otherwise transferring any of their net assets to us.
Liquidity and Capital Resources—Holding Company Structure.” Under PRC laws and regulations, our PRC subsidiaries and the VIE are subject to certain restrictions with respect to paying dividends or otherwise transferring any of their net assets to us.
Any of the above may materially and adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. Failure to successfully manage our fulfillment infrastructure or any interruption in the operation of the warehouse facilities for an extended period may negatively affect our business, prospects and results of operations.
Any of the above may materially and adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition. 33 Failure to successfully manage our fulfillment infrastructure or any interruption in the operation of the warehouse facilities for an extended period may negatively affect our business, prospects and results of operations.
Except in limited circumstances, the depositary for our ADSs will give us a discretionary proxy to vote the Class A ordinary shares underlying your ADSs if you do not vote at shareholders’ meetings, which could adversely affect your interests. 66 Under the deposit agreement for the ADSs, if you do not vote, the depositary will give us a discretionary proxy to vote the Class A ordinary shares underlying your ADSs at shareholders’ meetings unless: ● we have instructed the depositary that we do not wish a discretionary proxy to be given; ● we have informed the depositary that there is substantial opposition as to a matter to be voted on at the meeting; ● a matter to be voted on at the meeting would have a material adverse impact on shareholders; or ● the voting at the meeting is to be made on a show of hands.
Except in limited circumstances, the depositary for our ADSs will give us a discretionary proxy to vote the Class A ordinary shares underlying your ADSs if you do not vote at shareholders’ meetings, which could adversely affect your interests. 67 Under the deposit agreement for the ADSs, if you do not vote, the depositary will give us a discretionary proxy to vote the Class A ordinary shares underlying your ADSs at shareholders’ meetings unless: ● we have instructed the depositary that we do not wish a discretionary proxy to be given; ● we have informed the depositary that there is substantial opposition as to a matter to be voted on at the meeting; ● a matter to be voted on at the meeting would have a material adverse impact on shareholders; or ● the voting at the meeting is to be made on a show of hands.
The PCAOB had historically been unable to inspect our auditor in relation to their audit work performed for our financial statements and the inability of the PCAOB to conduct inspections of our auditor in the past has deprived our investors with the benefits of such inspections.
The PCAOB had historically been unable to inspect our former auditor in relation to their audit work performed for our financial statements and the inability of the PCAOB to conduct inspections of our former auditor in the past has deprived our investors with the benefits of such inspections.
As a result, you may not be afforded the same protections or information that would be made available to you were you investing in a U.S. domestic issuer. 70 As an exempted company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, we are permitted to adopt certain home country practices in relation to corporate governance matters that differ significantly from Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements; these practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements.
As a result, you may not be afforded the same protections or information that would be made available to you were you investing in a U.S. domestic issuer. 71 As an exempted company incorporated in the Cayman Islands, we are permitted to adopt certain home country practices in relation to corporate governance matters that differ significantly from Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements; these practices may afford less protection to shareholders than they would enjoy if we complied fully with Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements.
In 2009, the State Administration of Taxation, issued the Circular of the State Administration of Taxation on Issues Relating to Identification of PRC-Controlled Overseas Registered Enterprises as Resident Enterprises in Accordance With the De Facto Standards of Organizational Management, or SAT Circular 82, which was last amended in December 2017, and provides certain specific criteria for determining whether the “de facto management body” of a PRC-controlled enterprise that is incorporated offshore is located in China.
In 2009, the STA, issued the Circular of the State Taxation Administration of Taxation on Issues Relating to Identification of PRC-Controlled Overseas Registered Enterprises as Resident Enterprises in Accordance With the De Facto Standards of Organizational Management, or STA Circular 82, which was last amended in December 2017, and provides certain specific criteria for determining whether the “de facto management body” of a PRC-controlled enterprise that is incorporated offshore is located in China.
If we fail to complete such registrations or obtain such approvals, our ability to use the proceeds and to capitalize or otherwise fund our PRC operations may be negatively affected, which could materially and adversely affect our liquidity and our ability to fund and expand our business. 60 If we are classified as a PRC resident enterprise for PRC income tax purposes, such classification could result in unfavorable tax consequences to us and our non-PRC shareholders or ADS holders.
If we fail to complete such registrations or obtain such approvals, our ability to use the proceeds and to capitalize or otherwise fund our PRC operations may be negatively affected, which could materially and adversely affect our liquidity and our ability to fund and expand our business. 61 If we are classified as a PRC resident enterprise for PRC income tax purposes, such classification could result in unfavorable tax consequences to us and our non-PRC shareholders or ADS holders.
As a result, we and non-resident enterprises in such transactions may become at risk of being subject to filing obligations or being taxed under SAT Public Notice 7 and SAT Public Notice 37, and may be required to expend valuable resources to comply with them or to establish that we and our non-resident enterprises should not be taxed under these regulations, which may have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
As a result, we and non-resident enterprises in such transactions may become at risk of being subject to filing obligations or being taxed under STA Public Notice 7 and STA Public Notice 37, and may be required to expend valuable resources to comply with them or to establish that we and our non-resident enterprises should not be taxed under these regulations, which may have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.
If we are unable to manage these risks, we could become subject to penalties, including fines, suspension of business and revocation of required licenses, and our reputation and results of operations could be materially and adversely affected. 24 The PRC regulatory and enforcement regime with regard to data security and data protection is evolving and may be subject to different interpretations or significant changes.
If we are unable to manage these risks, we could become subject to penalties, including fines, suspension of business and revocation of required licenses, and our reputation and results of operations could be materially and adversely affected. 25 The PRC regulatory and enforcement regime with regard to data security and data protection is evolving and may be subject to different interpretations or significant changes.
Any such negative developments could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. We may need additional capital, and financing may not be available on terms acceptable to us, or at all. In the years ended December 31, 2022, 2023 and 2024, our operating cash flow was negative.
Any such negative developments could have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition and results of operations. We may need additional capital, and financing may not be available on terms acceptable to us, or at all. In the years ended December 31, 2023, 2024 and 2025, our operating cash flow was negative.
We followed home country practice and did not hold an annual meeting of shareholders in 2022, 2023 and 2024. As a result of this and other home country practice we may follow in the future, our shareholders may be afforded less protection than they otherwise would under Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements applicable to U.S. domestic issuers.
We followed home country practice and did not hold an annual meeting of shareholders in 2023, 2024 and 2025. As a result of this and other home country practice we may follow in the future, our shareholders may be afforded less protection than they otherwise would under Nasdaq’s corporate governance requirements applicable to U.S. domestic issuers.
Although this circular only applies to offshore enterprises controlled by PRC enterprises or PRC enterprise groups, not those controlled by PRC individuals or foreigners, the criteria set forth in the circular may reflect SAT’s general position on how the “de facto management body” text should be applied in determining the tax resident status of all offshore enterprises.
Although this circular only applies to offshore enterprises controlled by PRC enterprises or PRC enterprise groups, not those controlled by PRC individuals or foreigners, the criteria set forth in the circular may reflect STA’s general position on how the “de facto management body” text should be applied in determining the tax resident status of all offshore enterprises.
According to SAT Public Notice 37, where the non-resident enterprise fails to declare its tax payable pursuant to Article 39 of the PRC Enterprise Income Tax Law, the tax authority may order it to pay its tax due within required time limits, and the non-resident enterprise shall declare and pay its tax payable within such time limits specified by the tax authority.
According to STA Public Notice 37, where the non-resident enterprise fails to declare its tax payable pursuant to Article 39 of the PRC Enterprise Income Tax Law, the tax authority may order it to pay its tax due within required time limits, and the non-resident enterprise shall declare and pay its tax payable within such time limits specified by the tax authority.
On December 16, 2021, the PCAOB issued a report to notify the SEC of its determination that the PCAOB was unable to inspect or investigate completely registered public accounting firms headquartered in mainland China and Hong Kong, and our auditor was subject to that determination.
On December 16, 2021, the PCAOB issued a report to notify the SEC of its determination that the PCAOB was unable to inspect or investigate completely registered public accounting firms headquartered in mainland China and Hong Kong and our former auditor is subject to that determination.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Totals (RMB in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents 64,070 34,485 20,176 398,811 — 517,542 Restricted cash — — 27,169 — — 27,169 Short-term investments 7,195 — — — — 7,195 Inventories, net — — 2,491 40,451 — 42,942 Amounts due from the Group companies (1) 195,917 610,157 530,998 1,362,125 (2,699,197 ) — Prepaid expenses and other current assets 1,059 11,837 58,441 62,684 — 134,021 Other current assets — — 62,789 16,942 — 79,731 Total current assets 268,241 656,479 702,064 1,881,013 (2,699,197 ) 808,600 Investment in subsidiaries and VIE (2) 883,681 (103,987 ) — 189,991 (969,685 ) — Long-term investments 39,500 105 206,152 118,402 — 364,159 Other non-current assets — 43,807 7,915 329,303 — 381,025 Total non-current assets 923,181 (60,075 ) 214,067 637,696 (969,685 ) 745,184 Total assets 1,191,422 596,404 916,131 2,518,709 (3,668,882 ) 1,553,784 Accounts payable — — 48,198 48,584 — 96,782 Deferred revenue — — 6,836 2,576 — 9,412 Incentive payables to members — — 124,889 — — 124,889 Amounts due to the Group companies (1) — 402,946 727,459 1,568,792 (2,699,197 ) — Other payable and accrued liabilities 1,206 8,467 65,587 33,940 — 109,200 Other liabilities — — 5,369 17,037 — 22,406 Total liabilities 1,206 411,413 978,338 1,670,929 (2,699,197 ) 362,689 Total shareholders’ equity/(deficit) (2) 1,190,216 184,991 (62,207 ) 847,780 (969,685 ) 1,191,095 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity/(deficit) 1,191,422 596,404 916,131 2,518,709 (3,668,882 ) 1,553,784 14 As of December 31, 2022 Yunji Inc.
Primary Beneficiary of VIE VIE and its subsidiaries Other Subsidiaries Eliminating adjustments Consolidated Totals (RMB in thousands) Cash and cash equivalents 64,070 34,485 20,176 398,811 — 517,542 Restricted cash — — 27,169 — — 27,169 Short-term investments 7,195 — — — — 7,195 Inventories, net — — 2,491 40,451 — 42,942 Amounts due from the Group companies (1) 195,917 610,157 530,998 1,362,125 (2,699,197 ) — Prepaid expenses and other current assets 1,059 11,837 58,441 62,684 — 134,021 Other current assets — — 62,789 16,942 — 79,731 Total current assets 268,241 656,479 702,064 1,881,013 (2,699,197 ) 808,600 Investment in subsidiaries and VIE (2) 883,681 (103,987 ) — 189,991 (969,685 ) — Long-term investments 39,500 105 206,152 118,402 — 364,159 Other non-current assets — 43,807 7,915 329,303 — 381,025 Total non-current assets 923,181 (60,075 ) 214,067 637,696 (969,685 ) 745,184 Total assets 1,191,422 596,404 916,131 2,518,709 (3,668,882 ) 1,553,784 Accounts payable — — 48,198 48,584 — 96,782 Deferred revenue — — 6,836 2,576 — 9,412 Incentive payables to members — — 124,889 — — 124,889 Amounts due to the Group companies (1) — 402,946 727,459 1,568,792 (2,699,197 ) — Other payable and accrued liabilities 1,206 8,467 65,587 33,940 — 109,200 Other liabilities — — 5,369 17,037 — 22,406 Total liabilities 1,206 411,413 978,338 1,670,929 (2,699,197 ) 362,689 Total shareholders’ equity/(deficit) (2) 1,190,216 184,991 (62,207 ) 847,780 (969,685 ) 1,191,095 Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity/(deficit) 1,191,422 596,404 916,131 2,518,709 (3,668,882 ) 1,553,784 16 Selected Condensed Consolidating Cash Flows Information For the Year Ended December 31, 2025 Yunji Inc.
In addition, SAT Public Notice 7 provides certain criteria on how to assess reasonable commercial purposes and has introduced safe harbors for internal group restructurings and the purchase and sale of equity through a public securities market.
In addition, STA Public Notice 7 provides certain criteria on how to assess reasonable commercial purposes and has introduced safe harbors for internal group restructurings and the purchase and sale of equity through a public securities market.
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Pyramid Selling in the PRC.” In May 2017, we received a formal notice from the local Administration for Market Regulation in Hangzhou, which ruled that our sales and marketing practice prior to February 2016 violated the Regulations on the Prohibition of Pyramid Selling and imposed a fine of approximately RMB9.6 million (US$1.4 million).
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Pyramid Selling in the PRC.” In May 2017, we received a formal notice from the local branch of the State Administration for Market Regulation (“SAMR”), in Hangzhou, which ruled that our sales and marketing practice prior to February 2016 violated the Regulations on the Prohibition of Pyramid Selling and imposed a fine of approximately RMB9.6 million (US$1.4 million).
For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2023 and 2024, the VIE didn’t receive any loans from Yunji Inc. and Yunji Inc. didn’t receive any repayments from the VIE. The VIE may transfer cash to our WFOE by paying service fees according to the exclusive service agreements.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2024 and 2025, the VIE didn’t receive any loans from Yunji Inc. and Yunji Inc. didn’t receive any repayments from the VIE. The VIE may transfer cash to our WFOE by paying service fees according to the exclusive service agreements.
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Labor Protection in the PRC—Employee Stock Incentive Plan.” 58 In addition, the State Administration of Taxation has issued certain circulars concerning employee share options and restricted shares. Under these circulars, our employees working in China who exercise share options or are granted restricted shares will be subject to PRC individual income tax.
Business Overview—Regulations—Regulations Relating to Labor Protection in the PRC—Employee Stock Incentive Plan.” In addition, the State Taxation Administration(“STA”) has issued certain circulars concerning employee share options and restricted shares. Under these circulars, our employees working in China who exercise share options or are granted restricted shares will be subject to PRC individual income tax.
If the PCAOB determines in the future that it no longer has full access to inspect and investigate completely accounting firms in mainland China and Hong Kong and we continue to use an accounting firm headquartered in one of these jurisdictions to issue an audit report on our financial statements filed with the SEC, we would be identified as a Commission-Identified Issuer following the filing of the annual report on Form 20-F for the relevant fiscal year.
If the PCAOB determines in the future that it no longer has full access to inspect and investigate completely accounting firms in mainland China and Hong Kong and we decide to use an accounting firm headquartered in one of these jurisdictions to issue an audit report on our financial statements filed with the SEC, we could be identified as a Commission-Identified Issuer following the filing of the annual report on Form 20-F for the relevant fiscal year.
SAT Public Notice 7 extends its tax jurisdiction to not only indirect transfers but also transactions involving transfer of other taxable assets, through the offshore transfer of a foreign intermediate holding company.
STA Public Notice 7 extends its tax jurisdiction to not only indirect transfers but also transactions involving transfer of other taxable assets, through the offshore transfer of a foreign intermediate holding company.
These short attacks have, in the past, led to selling of shares in the market. 64 Public companies listed in the United States that have a substantial majority of their operations in China have been the subject of short selling.
These short attacks have, in the past, led to selling of shares in the market. 65 Public companies listed in the United States that have a substantial majority of their operations in China have been the subject of short selling.
The E-Commerce Law imposes a number of new requirements and obligations on e-commerce platform operators. In addition, on March 15, 2021, the SAMR promulgated the Measures for the Supervision and Administration of Online Trading, which took effect from May 1, 2021 and became an important departmental regulation for the implementation of the E-commerce Law. See “Item 4.
The E-Commerce Law imposes a number of new requirements and obligations on e-commerce platform operators. In addition, on March 15, 2021, the SAMR promulgated the Measures for the Supervision and Administration of Online Trading, which took effect from May 1, 2021 and became an important departmental regulation for the implementation of the E-commerce Law.
SAT Public Notice 7 also brings challenges to both the foreign transferor and transferee (or other person who is obligated to pay for the transfer) of the taxable assets.
STA Public Notice 7 also brings challenges to both the foreign transferor and transferee (or other person who is obligated to pay for the transfer) of the taxable assets.
For the years ended December 31, 2022, 2023 and 2024, Yunji Inc. extended loans with principal amount of nil, RMB22.0 million and RMB40.1 million (US$5.5 million), respectively, to our intermediate holding companies and subsidiaries and received repayments of nil, RMB19.7 million, nil and nil, respectively, from our intermediate holding companies and subsidiaries.
For the years ended December 31, 2023, 2024 and 2025, Yunji Inc. extended loans with principal amount of RMB22.0 million, RMB40.1 million and RMB10.7 million (US$1.5 million), respectively, to our intermediate holding companies and subsidiaries and received repayments of RMB19.7 million, nil and nil, respectively, from our intermediate holding companies and subsidiaries.
Under existing PRC foreign exchange regulations, payments of current account items, including profit distributions, interest payments and trade and service-related foreign exchange transactions, can be made in foreign currencies without prior approval of the State Administration of Foreign Exchange, or SAFE, by complying with certain procedural requirements.
Under existing PRC foreign exchange regulations, payments of current account items, including profit distributions, interest payments and trade and service-related foreign exchange transactions, can be made in foreign currencies without prior approval of the SAFE, by complying with certain procedural requirements.
It is likely that we will be classified as a passive foreign investment company, or PFIC, for U.S. federal income tax purposes for the taxable year ended December 31, 2024, and possibly for the current taxable year and future taxable years, which could result in adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences to U.S. Holders of our ADSs or ordinary shares.
It is likely that we will be classified as a passive foreign investment company for U.S. federal income tax purposes for the taxable year ended December 31, 2025, and possibly for the current taxable year and future taxable years, which could result in adverse U.S. federal income tax consequences to U.S. Holders of our ADSs or Class A ordinary shares.