• Allan International deferred a proposed share award scheme aimed at supporting public float restoration, citing cost and the need to preserve financial flexibility.
• Estimated scheme costs, including trustee share purchases and administration, total HK$2 million to HK$3 million over coming years.
• Monthly talks continue with major shareholders on partial disposals, though management questioned disposals as a durable fix for public float.
• Alternative options remain under review, including issuing new shares to independent investors or a placement via an agent.
• Up to six more months may be needed to restore public float, extending the target timeline to March 2027.

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