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CENTENNIAL, CO - Nuburu, Inc. (NYSE American: BURU), a micro-cap company with a market capitalization of just $0.85 million operating in the miscellaneous electrical machinery sector, announced on Monday that it has entered into a significant financial agreement with Supply@ME Capital Plc (LON: SYME), a fintech platform providing Inventory Monetisation© solutions. The agreement, which took effect on March 14, involves a convertible funding facility of up to $5.15 million, with the potential for Nuburu to gain a controlling interest in SYME.
The funding, expected to be provided by SFE Equity Investment S.a.r.l., carries a maturity date of June 30, 2026, and an interest rate based on the federal funds rate plus 10%, payable quarterly. Subject to stockholder approval and regulatory clearances, Nuburu can convert the outstanding amounts to SYME ordinary shares at a set rate, with additional warrants attached. According to InvestingPro data, this funding comes at a crucial time as Nuburu’s current ratio stands at 0.15, indicating significant liquidity challenges.
In a related move, Nuburu has authorized the issuance of shares of common stock for various services, including AI-driven business solutions by COEPTIS’ NexGenAI Affiliates Network (NASDAQ: COEP), investor relations by Phoenix MGMT Consulting LLC, and to secure assets for a transaction with TCEI S.a.r.l. These issuances are subject to a 19.9% cap of the company’s outstanding common stock until stockholder approval is obtained.
The transactions are structured as private placements to accredited investors, exempt from registration under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. This strategic financial maneuver is poised to bolster Nuburu’s position in its industry through the potential acquisition of a controlling stake in SYME, as well as enhancing its operational capabilities through partnerships and service engagements. InvestingPro analysis reveals the company has faced significant challenges, with revenue declining by 76% and its stock price dropping 64% year-to-date. Get access to 12 more exclusive InvestingPro Tips and comprehensive financial metrics to better understand the potential impact of this strategic move.
This report is based on a press release statement filed with the SEC.
In other recent news, NUBURU, Inc. has announced a strategic investment of $5.15 million in Supply@ME Capital Plc, a fintech platform. This investment will grant NUBURU a controlling interest in SYME shares, aligning with its growth strategy and enhancing financial flexibility. Additionally, NUBURU has completed a $25 million acquisition of a 20% stake in a defense and security hub, marking its expansion into the defense and security sectors. This acquisition is part of a two-stage process that will eventually give NUBURU a controlling interest, pending stockholder approval. In a separate development, NUBURU plans to auction assets following a default notice on senior notes, with the auction scheduled for February 2025. The company is also undergoing significant leadership changes, with the resignation of key executives as part of its Transformation Plan. This plan involves recapitalizing the company, acquiring new assets, and restructuring its management team. Furthermore, NUBURU has entered into agreements to address outstanding debts and secure operational funding, including governance changes and a financial settlement with Liqueous LP.
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