Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng Increases Stake in Company
Xpeng (NYSE: XPEV) chairman and CEO, He Xiaopeng, recently made a significant move by purchasing 3.1 million Class A ordinary shares of the company on August 20-21. This purchase, made through his wholly-owned company Galaxy Dynasty, was at an average price of HK$80.49 per share. This transaction signals Mr. He’s continued confidence in Xpeng’s future growth and his long-term commitment to the company.
This latest increase in holdings comes as a follow-up to a similar move made by Mr. He in August last year when he acquired 1 million shares of Xpeng. With this recent purchase, Galaxy Dynasty now holds a total of 3.1 million Class A ordinary shares and 1,419,922 American Depositary Shares (ADSs) of Xpeng. Additionally, Mr. He holds a significant number of Class B ordinary shares and ADSs through other entities like Simplicity Holding and Respect Holding.
In total, Mr. He’s combined holdings represent 18.9 percent of Xpeng’s issued share capital. This marks a steady increase in his stake in the company since last year, when his holdings stood at about 18.8 percent following the previous transaction.
Xpeng’s stock performance has seen fluctuations over the past year, with a significant drop in share price in the first eight months of last year followed by a strong recovery this year. The company reported a net loss of RMB 480 million for the second quarter of 2025, marking a decrease from the previous quarter and a significant improvement from the same period last year.
Overall, Mr. He’s increased stake in Xpeng reflects his optimism about the company’s future prospects and growth potential. His continued investment in the company underscores his belief in Xpeng’s long-term success in the competitive electric vehicle market.
This latest development in Xpeng’s ownership structure highlights the CEO’s commitment to the company’s mission and vision, as well as his belief in its ability to thrive in the evolving automotive industry landscape.
