Friday, Webis Holdings plc, the group specializing in pool wagering and operators of WatchandWager Cal Expo, announced its intention to voluntarily cancel the admission of its ordinary shares from trading on AIM, subject to shareholder approval. The decision follows a unanimous agreement by the board that delisting is in the best interests of the company and its shareholders, aiming to reduce costs and protect shareholder value as the group seeks to expand its business in North America.
The company's performance has not met expectations, with losses for the financial period ending May 2024 anticipated to be around $1,063,000. Efforts to find potential buyers or commercial partners for the business or certain assets have not been successful. Although WatchandWager is considered one of the top five licensed operators in the USA, its operation at Cal Expo in California continues to be loss-making.
The board has reviewed the benefits and drawbacks of maintaining its admission on AIM and concluded that cancelling the admission will bring significant cost savings and better reflect the underlying value of the company's assets. The free float of the company is only 36.9%, and the shares' low liquidity has hindered meaningful trading.
Shareholder approval is required for the cancellation, with a resolution needing at least 75% of the votes cast at the general meeting scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, 18 December at The Claremont Hotel, Isle of Man. If approved, the last day of trading on AIM will be 2 January 2025, with the cancellation taking effect at 7:00 a.m. on 3 January 2025.
Following the cancellation, Webis may implement a matched bargain facility to assist shareholders in trading shares, although there is no formal commitment to this effect. The company will continue to be governed by its Articles of Association and the Isle of Man Companies Acts post-cancellation, and intends to maintain communication with shareholders and provide updates on its website. Shareholders are advised to seek independent advice to fully understand the implications of the cancellation.
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