China-based Qudian said on Monday it has filed with the SEC to raise up to $750 million in an initial public offering, planning to to list on the NYSE under the symbol QD; Qudian plans to use net proceeds for strategic acquisitions and marketing and borrower engagement; Qulian provides small loans and installment-based financing for e-commerce in China. Source
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