Above Food moves ahead with Palm Global merger

Published 30/04/2025, 16:26
Above Food moves ahead with Palm Global merger

REGINA, Saskatchewan - Above Food Ingredients Inc. (NASDAQ: ABVE), a plant-based ingredient company with a current market capitalization of $37.38 million, has announced progress in its proposed merger with Palm Global Technologies Ltd., a FinTech innovator utilizing artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and decentralized finance (DeFi) technologies. The company’s executive management team has endorsed the merger after a comprehensive review and is now seeking the necessary corporate and regulatory approvals. The announcement comes as ABVE’s stock has shown remarkable momentum, with a 141% return over the past week. According to InvestingPro analysis, the stock’s RSI indicates overbought territory, suggesting investors should monitor the situation closely.

The management team of Above Food recently concluded final due diligence in the Emirates and attended events showcasing Palm Global’s global initiatives. These events are expected to lead to announcements that could enhance shareholder value. The stock has already demonstrated strong momentum, posting a 235% gain over the past six months. Lionel Kambeitz, CEO of Above Food, stated the merger aligns with their vision and is anticipated to create substantial value for shareholders and advance their mission of building a sustainable global food system. InvestingPro subscribers can access 8 additional key insights about ABVE’s financial health and growth prospects.

Above Food specializes in nutritious, traceable, and sustainable food products, while Palm Global focuses on financial inclusion and agri-tech solutions that empower farmers and promote food security through digital technology. The merger is seen as a strategic combination that leverages Palm Global’s technology and partnerships to transform global agriculture.

The press release includes forward-looking statements regarding the expected benefits of the merger. These statements are based on the current expectations of the company’s management and are subject to risks and uncertainties. The company has advised that these forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and should not be relied upon as such.

Investors and stakeholders are encouraged to read the documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, which contain important information about Above Food and the proposed transaction. These documents can be obtained from the SEC’s website or directly from Above Food. For comprehensive analysis and real-time valuation metrics, investors can access detailed financial health scores and advanced stock screening tools through InvestingPro.

This news article is based on a press release statement from Above Food Ingredients Inc. and does not include any speculative content or endorsement of claims. The merger is subject to the completion of definitive documentation and regulatory approval.

In other recent news, Above Food Ingredients Inc. announced its plan to acquire Palm Global Technologies Ltd. in a move aimed at expanding its influence in agri-tech and related sectors. The acquisition, valued at approximately $180 million, is expected to be finalized after definitive agreements are reached by February 2025. This strategic acquisition is intended to integrate Palm Global’s AI, blockchain, and decentralized finance technologies with Above Food’s research and development efforts in agronomy and genomics. Above Food aims to use these technologies to advance initiatives in regenerative agriculture and grow-to-order food systems, enhancing global food security. The acquisition will see Peter Knez, the current Chairman and CEO of Palm Global, take on the same roles in the combined entity, with Lionel Kambeitz continuing as Executive Director and Jason Zhao as CFO. The deal underscores Above Food’s commitment to providing nutritious foods with traceability and sustainability, with products available in Canada and the United States. The forward-looking statements in the announcement highlight potential risks, advising investors to review documents filed with the SEC for more detailed information.

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