Zhihu Inc. July 2026 Share Repurchases and RSU Grants

Zhihu Inc. filed a Form 6-K for July 2026 containing multiple exhibits detailing share repurchases and equity compensation activities. The filing includes five Next Day Disclosure Returns showing daily share repurchases on the New York Stock Exchange from July 9-14, 2026, totaling approximately 629,000 Class A ordinary shares for cancellation. Repurchases were executed under a repurchase mandate authorized on June 30, 2026, allowing up to 25.5 million shares. Additionally, the company granted 2,226,711 Restricted Share Units (RSUs) to 30 employees on July 13, 2026, representing approximately 0.85% of total shares outstanding. The RSUs have mixed vesting schedules, with some subject to performance targets and others granted in lieu of performance-based bonuses. The filing demonstrates ongoing capital return activities through share buybacks and employee compensation through equity awards.