FCG
Freedom Care Group Holdings Limited
ASX
Notice of Annual General Meeting/Proxy Form
Sentiment:
Annual General Meeting Notice
29 October 2024 2:57 AM
Freedom Care Group Holdings Limited (FCG) has announced its 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on November 29, 2024, in Sydney, Australia, with shareholders urged to review the Notice of Meeting and Explanatory Memorandum.
Capital raise
The company is seeking shareholder approval for an additional 10% placement facility, allowing them to issue equity securities up to 10% of their issued capital.
The funds raised will be used for continued exploration expenditure and/or general working capital.
Summary
- Freedom Care Group Holdings Limited's (FCG) 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for November 29, 2024, at 9:30 am AEDT in Sydney.
- The AGM will cover several resolutions, including the adoption of the remuneration report (advisory only), re-election of a director (Mr. Zoran Grujic), approval of an Option Share Trust Plan, and approval of an additional 10% placement facility.
- Shareholders can access the Notice of Meeting and Explanatory Memorandum online through the company's website or the ASX website.
- Proxy lodgement must be submitted by 9:30 am AEDT on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
- The Option Share Trust Plan aims to attract and retain key employees by offering them the opportunity to share in the company's growth.
- The additional 10% placement facility will allow the company to raise up to an additional 10% of its issued capital, providing flexibility for growth opportunities.
- The maximum number of Incentive Securities proposed to be issued under the Option Share Trust Plan is 5,415,922.
Sentiment
Score: 6
Explanation: The announcement is neutral, outlining routine corporate actions. While there are potential downsides (dilution), the overall tone is one of providing information and seeking shareholder approval for growth-oriented initiatives.
Positives
- The additional 10% placement facility provides flexibility for future growth opportunities.
- The Option Share Trust Plan is designed to attract and retain key employees, fostering a culture of ownership.
- The re-election of Mr. Zoran Grujic brings continued experience and expertise to the board.
Negatives
- Shareholder voting power will be diluted if the additional 10% placement facility is approved and they do not participate.
- The additional 10% placement facility may result in the issue of shares at a price lower than the current market price.
Risks
- The market price of the company's shares may be significantly lower on the date of any share issue than the date of the AGM.
- The additional 10% placement facility may dilute existing shareholders' voting power if they do not participate in the placement.
Future Outlook
The additional 10% placement facility will provide the company with flexibility to pursue its growth strategy and act quickly on potential business opportunities. Funds raised will be used for continued exploration expenditure and/or general working capital.
Management Comments
- The Directors recommend shareholders read the accompanying Notice of Annual General Meeting (Notice) and this Explanatory Memorandum in full before making any decision in relation to the resolutions.
- The Directors (given they are eligible to participate in the Plan) abstain from providing a recommendation on Resolution 3.
- The Board believes that the Additional 10% Placement Facility is beneficial for the Company as it will give the Company the flexibility to issue further securities representing up to 10% of the Companys share capital during the next 12 months after the Annual General Meeting. Accordingly, the Board unanimously recommend that Shareholders approve Resolution 4.
Industry Context
This announcement is typical of corporate governance procedures for Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) listed companies. The proposed placement facility and employee incentive scheme are common strategies for growth and talent retention within the Australian market.
Next Steps
- Hold the Annual General Meeting on November 29, 2024.
- Consider and vote on resolutions regarding the remuneration report, director re-election, Option Share Trust Plan, and additional placement facility.
- Potentially issue equity securities under the 10% placement facility.
Key Dates
- 30 June 2024: Company's financial year end
- 29 October 2024: Date of the Notice of Annual General Meeting
- 27 November 2024: Proxy lodgement deadline
- 29 November 2024: Date of the Annual General Meeting
Keywords
Annual General Meeting, Freedom Care Group Holdings, Placement Facility, Option Share Trust Plan, Shareholder Approval, Remuneration Report, Director Re-election, ASX Listing Rules
FCG
Freedom Care Group Holdings Limited
ASX
Sector: Health Care Equipment & Services
Filings with Classifications
Worse than expected
15 December 2024 8:49 PM
Suspension Update
- The company's securities remain suspended due to inadequate financial condition and breach of listing rules, which is a worse outcome than expected.
Capital raise
28 November 2024 9:20 PM
Annual General Meeting Results
- The approval of an additional 10% placement facility suggests a potential future capital raise.
Worse than expected
22 November 2024 2:42 AM
Response to ASX Query
- The significant drop in share price following the delayed disclosure of the NDIA payment suspension and potential NDIS registration revocation indicates worse-than-expected results for investors.
- The negative operating cash flow and the potential loss of a significant portion of revenue due to the NDIS issues point to worse-than-expected financial performance.
Delay expected
22 November 2024 2:42 AM
Response to ASX Query
- The company delayed disclosing the NDIA payment suspension and the notices from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, which were considered material information that should have been disclosed earlier.
Worse than expected
11 November 2024 5:12 PM
Trading Halt Announcement
- The trading halt announcement indicates a negative development, as it suggests a disruption in payments from the NDIS, impacting FCG's financial stability.
Worse than expected
5 November 2024 6:03 PM
Market Update
- The preliminary notices from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission regarding potential registration revocation and a banning order represent significantly worse-than-expected news for Freedom Care Group.
Delay expected
5 November 2024 6:03 PM
Market Update
- The protracted review of FCGPL's support services claims has resulted in a payment suspension from the NDIS.
Capital raise
29 October 2024 2:57 AM
Annual General Meeting Notice
- The company is seeking shareholder approval for an additional 10% placement facility, allowing them to issue equity securities up to 10% of their issued capital.
- The funds raised will be used for continued exploration expenditure and/or general working capital.
Delay expected
30 April 2024 7:22 PM
Investor Presentation
- Timing of receipts from debtors impacted revenues for the Mar-24 quarter, with these revenues expected to be booked in the Jun-24 quarter.
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