Highlights:
- Successful Share Placement: Raised AU$829,153.14 at AU$0.012 per share, with strong participation from high-net-worth investors and existing shareholders.
- Incentivized Options: Participants receive 1:2 free attaching options, exercisable at AU$0.05 with a 3-year expiry, subject to shareholder approval.
- Strong Market Reaction: MQR shares jumped 7.14% following the announcement, trading at 1.5 cents per share.
Marquee Resources Limited (ASX:MQR) has announced the successful completion of an oversubscribed share placement, raising AU$829,153.14 at an issue price of AU$0.012 per share. The placement reflects strong investor confidence in the company’s strategic direction and project portfolio, with shares rising 7.14% to 1.5 cents at the time of writing on 17 January 2025.
Details of the Share Placement
The placement, which was oversubscribed, involved the issuance of 69,096,095 new shares under the company’s existing share issuance capacity per ASX Listing Rules 7.1 and 7.1A. Additionally, participants will receive a 1:2 free attaching option (totaling 34,548,048 options) that will be exercisable at AU$0.05 per share with a 3-year expiry, contingent on shareholder approval at the company’s upcoming General Meeting in late February 2025.
The funds raised through this placement will support the company's ongoing projects, reflecting confidence in Marquee’s strategic direction.
Investor Support and Lead Management
Marquee highlighted the strong backing from both high-net-worth investors and loyal existing shareholders, which underscores the market’s confidence in the company’s potential.
The placement was managed by GTT Ventures, who acted as the Lead Manager. As part of the customary fees, GTT Ventures will receive 5 million broker options with terms identical to those issued in the placement, subject to shareholder approval.
Market Impact
Following the announcement, MQR shares surged 7.14% to 1.5 cents, reflecting investor optimism about the company’s future.