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Moneylion INC
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8-K: MoneyLion Inc. Wins Dismissal of Lawsuit by Former Preferred Stockholders
Sentiment:
Legal Update
16 May 2024 7:30 AM
MoneyLion Inc. successfully had a lawsuit from former Series A preferred stockholders dismissed by the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York.
Better than expected
The dismissal of the lawsuit is a better outcome than expected, as it removes a legal challenge and potential financial burden for the company.
Summary
- MoneyLion Inc. has announced that the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (SDNY) dismissed a lawsuit brought by former Series A preferred stockholders.
- The lawsuit, filed on July 27, 2023, alleged violations of Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 related to the company's proxy statement filed on March 31, 2023.
- The SDNY dismissed the federal claim for failure to state a claim and declined to exercise jurisdiction over the remaining state law claims, dismissing them without prejudice.
- The lawsuit was related to a 1-for-30 reverse stock split of the company's Class A common stock that occurred on April 24, 2023.
Sentiment
Score: 8
Explanation: The document reports a positive outcome for the company with the dismissal of a lawsuit, which is generally viewed favorably by investors. However, the risk of refiling state claims prevents a perfect score.
Positives
- The dismissal of the lawsuit is a positive outcome for MoneyLion Inc., removing a legal challenge.
- The dismissal of the federal claim is a significant win for the company.
- The dismissal without prejudice of the state law claims still allows the company to avoid further litigation in the short term.
Negatives
- The state law claims were dismissed without prejudice, meaning they could potentially be refiled in state court, creating a risk of future litigation.
Risks
- There is a risk that the former preferred stockholders could refile their state law claims in state court.
- The company may face further legal challenges in the future.
Industry Context
This legal update is specific to MoneyLion and does not directly reflect broader industry trends, but it does highlight the potential legal risks that companies face, especially after significant corporate actions like reverse stock splits.
Comparison to Industry Standards
- It is common for companies to face litigation from shareholders, particularly after corporate actions that may be perceived as detrimental to their interests.
- The dismissal of the lawsuit is a positive outcome for MoneyLion, as many similar cases can result in costly settlements or ongoing legal battles.
- The specific details of the case are unique to MoneyLion, making direct comparisons to other companies difficult.
Stakeholder Impact
- The dismissal of the lawsuit is a positive development for shareholders, as it reduces legal uncertainty.
- The outcome may have a positive impact on investor confidence in the company.
Legal Proceedings
- The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York dismissed a lawsuit filed by former Series A preferred stockholders against MoneyLion Inc.
- The lawsuit alleged violations of Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 related to the company's proxy statement.
- The state law claims were dismissed without prejudice.
Key Dates
- 2023-03-31: MoneyLion filed a Definitive Proxy Statement with the SEC.
- 2023-04-24: MoneyLion effected a 1-for-30 reverse stock split of its Class A common stock.
- 2023-07-27: Former Series A Preferred Stockholders filed a civil action against MoneyLion.
- 2023-11-06: MoneyLion filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit.
- 2024-05-15: The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York dismissed the lawsuit.
- 2024-05-16: Date of the current report.
Keywords
litigation, lawsuit, dismissal, preferred stockholders, securities exchange act, reverse stock split, proxy statement, legal proceeding, MoneyLion
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Moneylion INC
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Filings with Classifications
Better than expected
3 April 2025 8:41 AM
Shareholder Communication
- The offer represents a premium of up to 80% over MoneyLion's 60-day VWAP, indicating a better outcome for shareholders compared to the company's standalone prospects.
Capital raise
5 March 2025 9:43 PM
Merger Announcement
- Gen Digital intends to fund the cash portion of the merger consideration using a combination of cash on hand and proceeds from an anticipated incremental $750 million term loan B facility.
Better than expected
25 February 2025 8:31 AM
Annual Results
- The company's net income of $9.1 million in 2024 is better than the net loss of $45.2 million in 2023.
- The company's total revenue increased by 28.9% year-over-year.
- The company's customer base grew significantly to 20.4 million.
Better than expected
25 February 2025 7:40 AM
Earnings Release
- MoneyLion's net income of $9 million is better than the net loss of $45.2 million in the previous year.
- The adjusted EBITDA of $92 million is better than the $46.4 million in the previous year.
- The revenue of $546 million is better than the $423.4 million in the previous year.
Better than expected
26 December 2024 6:12 AM
Form 425 Filing
- MoneyLion's growth and profitability improvements exceeded expectations, leading to the acquisition by Gen Digital.
Capital raise
10 December 2024 1:36 PM
Merger Announcement
- The document mentions the issuance of contingent value rights by Gen Digital in connection with the proposed transaction.
- These contingent value rights may involve the issuance of shares of Gen Digital's common stock, potentially diluting existing shareholders.
Better than expected
25 November 2024 5:30 PM
Debt Refinancing Announcement
- The refinancing significantly lowers the cost of capital and extends the debt maturity, which are both positive outcomes.
Better than expected
25 November 2024 5:29 PM
Debt Refinancing Announcement
- The refinancing significantly lowers the cost of capital and extends the debt maturity, which are both positive outcomes.
Worse than expected
7 November 2024 9:31 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company reported a net loss of $2.79 million for the quarter, which is worse than the previous quarter and indicates that the company is not yet profitable.
Better than expected
7 November 2024 7:35 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's revenue, adjusted EBITDA, and customer growth all exceeded expectations.
- MoneyLion raised its full-year guidance for both revenue and adjusted EBITDA, indicating better-than-expected performance.
- The company achieved a net income before income taxes of $0.5 million, a significant improvement from a loss in the same quarter of the previous year.
Better than expected
6 August 2024 9:26 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's net income improved significantly from a loss to a profit.
- The company's revenue growth was strong, exceeding expectations.
- The company's adjusted EBITDA improved substantially year-over-year.
Better than expected
6 August 2024 7:35 AM
Quarterly Report
- MoneyLion's Q2 2024 results exceeded expectations with record revenue, a return to profitability, and significant growth in key metrics.
- The company also raised its full-year guidance, indicating confidence in continued strong performance.
Better than expected
16 May 2024 7:30 AM
Legal Update
- The dismissal of the lawsuit is a better outcome than expected, as it removes a legal challenge and potential financial burden for the company.
Better than expected
7 May 2024 9:12 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company reported a net income of $7.1 million compared to a net loss of $9.2 million in the same period last year.
- The company's Adjusted EBITDA improved substantially to $23.5 million compared to $7.3 million in the same quarter last year.
- The company's total revenue increased by 29.2% year-over-year.
Better than expected
7 May 2024 7:32 AM
Quarterly Report
- MoneyLion's Q1 2024 results exceeded the high end of their guidance range across all metrics.
- The company achieved record revenue, net income, and adjusted EBITDA, indicating better than expected performance.
Better than expected
29 April 2024 4:15 PM
Proxy Statement
- MoneyLion's revenue of $423 million in 2023 represents a 24% year-over-year increase, indicating better than expected growth.
- The company's customer base more than doubled, reaching approximately 14 million by the end of 2023, suggesting better than expected customer acquisition.
Better than expected
7 March 2024 7:31 AM
Quarterly Report
- The company's full-year revenue, gross profit, and adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations.
- Management is projecting the first positive GAAP EPS quarter in 2024, which is better than previous performance.
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