WeTouch Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: WETH) announced on July 28, 2026, that its Board of Directors has approved a special cash dividend plan distributing up to US$0.5 million to eligible shareholders. The move aims to enhance shareholder value and improve capital allocation efficiency while maintaining sufficient resources for business growth and strategic investments.

The dividend is expected to amount to approximately US$0.04 per share, based on the company’s current outstanding common shares. Shareholders of record as of August 17, 2026, will be eligible to receive the distribution, which is scheduled for payment before September 30, 2026. This timeline ensures prompt returns to investors following the determination of eligibility.

Strategic Context and Management Commentary

Jack Zongyi Lian, Chief Executive Officer of WeTouch Technology Inc., stated that the Board’s approval reflects the company’s commitment to enhancing shareholder value. He emphasized that while continuing to invest in future growth opportunities, the company seeks to share development benefits with shareholders when financial conditions permit.

The special dividend aligns with WeTouch’s balanced capital allocation approach. Management intends to demonstrate disciplined capital management by rewarding long-term investors without compromising the ability to fund operational needs, technology innovation, or strategic partnerships. The company maintains a strong financial position and robust cash reserves, enabling it to advance its global touch display business and pursue product upgrades.

Future Outlook and Business Transformation

Looking ahead, WeTouch Technology intends to focus on core technology innovation, global market expansion, and strategic business opportunities. The company is advancing its transformation from a traditional touch display and component supplier toward a higher-value-added intelligent hardware manufacturer and system-level solution provider.

Management highlighted emerging growth areas including smart hardware, robotics components, robotic system integration, and artificial intelligence applications. The company believes its financial foundation and focus on capital allocation will support these future strategic developments and long-term growth.

Subject to future financial performance, cash position, business requirements, applicable legal requirements, and Board approval, WeTouch may consider additional cash dividends from time to time. The Board also expects to evaluate the feasibility of adopting an annual cash dividend policy over the longer term, allowing shareholders to participate in the company’s sustained value creation. Any future dividend timing and amount will remain subject to the Board’s discretion and the company’s financial condition at the relevant time.

WeTouch Technology Inc. has entered into a strategic sales cooperation agreement with Shenzhen Sub-Space Robotics Co. Ltd. to advance its expansion into robotics and AI-powered smart hardware. The partnership aims to build upon WeTouch's existing touch display panels and human-machine interaction modules to participate in the development and production of robotic products. This move is intended to transition the company from core components into broader intelligent hardware manufacturing applications.

Shenzhen Sub-Space Robotics Co. Ltd. focuses on robotics and general-purpose embodied intelligence technologies, including humanoid robotics and industrial intelligent equipment control systems. The companies have completed technical discussions and preliminary compatibility assessments regarding touch display screens and control panels required for robotics products. The cooperation is expected to support WeTouch's expansion into robotic product integration and higher value-added intelligent hardware manufacturing.

Market Projections

The robotics and AI-powered smart hardware markets present new application opportunities for specialized touch display and human-machine interaction solution providers. According to industry research by Grand View Research cited in the announcement, the global consumer robotics market is projected to grow from approximately $10.92 billion in 2024 to approximately $40.15 billion by 2030. Additionally, the global smart home market is projected to grow from approximately $127.80 billion in 2024 to approximately $537.27 billion by 2030.

Strategic Implications

Zongyi Lian, Chief Executive Officer of WeTouch, stated that robotics and AI-powered smart hardware represent an important extension of the company's existing capabilities. The company's products are currently used in industrial control, automotive electronics, and self-service terminals. Through this cooperation, WeTouch expects to move beyond supplying individual touch display components to participate in the integration and production application of robotic products and embodied AI terminals.

The strategic sales cooperation agreement is a framework agreement and does not constitute a binding purchase commitment or revenue guarantee. Specific product models, pricing, and purchase quantities will be determined in future purchase orders or definitive agreements. WeTouch plans to continue promoting its solutions in high-growth scenarios including smart mobility and industrial automation to diversify its customer base and enhance long-term growth opportunities.