Volex plc (LON:VLX) disclosed in a filing on Friday that Murat Ticaret has surpassed the EBITDA targets stipulated in its acquisition agreement for the first 12 months post-transaction. This achievement triggers the first tranche of deferred consideration payable to the former owners of Murat Ticaret.

Key Details of the Payment

1. Deferred Consideration Structure:

   • €10 million in cash.
   • Issuance of 2,878,830 new ordinary shares, each priced at 25 pence.

2. Share Issuance and Admission:

   • Application submitted to the London Stock Exchange (LON:LSEG) for the new shares to be listed on AIM.
   • Admission and trading of the new shares will commence on 8 January 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

3. Updated Share Capital:

   • Post-admission, Volex's total issued share capital will comprise 184,529,938 ordinary shares, each carrying one vote.
   • Volex holds no treasury shares, making the full total available for shareholder calculations.

Broader Implications

• Murat Ticaret's Performance: Surpassing EBITDA targets underscores the value addition of this acquisition to Volex's portfolio.
• Equity and Cash Balance: The payment structure reflects Volex's strategic approach to balancing liquidity and equity.
• Shareholder Impact: The issuance of new shares will dilute existing holdings marginally but supports the company's growth trajectory.

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