Abu Dhabi Invests $740 Million in China's NIO, Gains Board Seat and Global Partnership
- Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio will issue new shares to CYVN Holdings, an Abu Dhabi-based firm, raising $738.5 million in capital.
- The investment gives CYVN Holdings a 7% stake in Nio and the right to nominate one director to Nio's board of directors.
- Nio and CYVN Holdings plan to work together on global business opportunities, especially in markets outside China.
- Nio intends to use the new funds to accelerate its growth, including expanding into the United States and developing new battery technologies.
- The share issuance is expected to close in early July, pending customary closing conditions.