Qudian Inc. Announces Appointment of Auditor

Core Viewpoint - Qudian Inc. has appointed Marcum Asia CPAs LLP as its new independent registered public accounting firm, following the revocation of BDO China Shu Lun Pan Certified Public Accountants LLP's appointment due to resource constraints [1][2][3]. Group 1: Appointment of Accounting Firms - The Company previously appointed BDO as its independent registered public accounting firm on September 6, 2024, but revoked this appointment after BDO indicated it could not meet the audit timetable [2]. - Marcum Asia CPAs LLP has been appointed to succeed Ernst & Young Hua Ming LLP, which was the previous auditor [3]. - The appointment of Marcum Asia was approved by the Company's Audit Committee after careful consideration [3]. Group 2: Transition and Consultation - The Company is working closely with both EY and Marcum Asia to ensure a seamless transition [5]. - During the two most recent fiscal years and the interim period prior to January 31, 2025, the Company did not consult with Marcum Asia on any accounting principles or audit opinions [4]. Group 3: Company Overview - Qudian is a consumer-oriented technology company that historically focused on providing credit solutions to consumers and is now exploring innovative logistics services to meet e-commerce demands [6].