China Rapid Finance Achieves Key Milestones for Continued Listing

SHANGHAI,Nov.14,2019 -- China Rapid Finance Limited (NYSE: XRF) (the "Company") today announced two developments that mark significant progress in regaining compliance with the New York Stock Exchange'sContinued Listing requirements.

The Company completed its 2018 financial statement audit and filed its 2018 Annual Report on Form 20-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC").

In addition,the Company instructed its Depositary Bank to implement a ratio change for its American Depositary Shares ("ADSs"). The new ratio will be 10 Class A ordinary shares per one ADS. The Company expects the effective date for the ratio change will be on or around December 2,2019; however,the exact date could change depending on the timing of SEC approval.

Finally,theCompany announced that Dr. Po Wang will now focus on new business development in order to accelerate the Company's growth and planned return to profitability. As a result,Dr. Wang's title was changed from Co-CEO to Executive Vice-President,New Ventures. Dr. Wang will remain on the Board as an executive director. A key element of the Company's recovery plan is to partner with multiple financial services enterprises that can leverage the Company's "decision-making" technology to better serve their large customer bases.

Supporting this announcement is a "Frequently Asked Questions" document that is available in the Investor FAQs section of the China Rapid Finance website.

About China Rapid Finance

China Rapid Finance (NYSE: XRF) is a leading fintech company that offers award-winning decisioning technology and marketing services that addresses China's growing consumer credit market. The Company utilizes its proprietary technology and 18 years of experience to provide its services. The Company is establishing partnerships and is currently developing strategic alternatives and new businesses in financial technology,marketing services and portfolio management. For more information,please visit http://ir.crfchina.com.

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