Complete Solaria, Inc. - CSLR STOCK NEWS

Complete Solaria (Nasdaq: CSLR) has secured a 'Stalking Horse' position in SunPower's Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings. This position grants Complete Solaria advantages in the legal process, including setting the initial bid and negotiating the Asset Purchase Agreement (APA). The proposed plan involves creating a new company by combining top employees from Blue Raven, Complete Solaria, and Core Energies, along with SunPower's organization.

The restructuring aims to form a cost-competitive solar powerhouse, reducing the current headcount from 2,587 to 1,273 while retaining key expertise. CEO T.J. Rodgers expressed enthusiasm for the company's future, highlighting the unique combination of technological components and challenging economics in the solar industry.

SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ:SPWR) has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Complete Solaria, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSLR) to sell its Blue Raven Solar business, New Homes business, and non-installing Dealer network for $45 million in cash. Concurrently, SunPower filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to facilitate the sale and explore options for its remaining assets. The company expects to complete the transaction by mid to late September, subject to court approval.

SunPower plans to continue operations during the bankruptcy process and has requested court approval to access prepetition cash collateral. The company aims to liquidate remaining assets and undergo an orderly winddown of operations following the sale process.

Complete Solar (Nasdaq: CSLR), a solar technology and installation company, has secured a $10 million investment from StarCharge, a leading Asian digital energy company. This investment is part of a previously announced convertible debenture. StarCharge's CEO, Herman Chang, expressed enthusiasm for future collaborations with T.J. Rodgers-led companies. Edward Zeng, founder of the NextG Fund, which co-invested in Complete Solaria via the Freedom SPAC, praised the company's successful restructuring. T.J. Rodgers, Complete Solar's CEO, stated that this funding would provide the necessary resources for the company to achieve profitability.

Complete Solar (Nasdaq: CSLR) has acquired selected assets of Core Energy, a Logan, Utah-based solar EPC firm, and hired 37 employees including CEO Cole Farmer. Farmer, now heading Sales and Marketing for Complete Solar, brings extensive experience from Utah's 'Solar Valley'. The acquisition aims to boost Complete Solar's installation capacity in California's Central Valley, complementing its LA-San Diego operations. Despite the acquisition, tight cost management limits headcount increase from 106 to 113.

Core Energy's revenue dropped from $143 million in 2022 to a current annualized $22 million, reflecting the solar downturn caused by California's NEM 3.0 policy. Complete Solar emphasizes a company-oriented culture, granting stock options to all new employees from Core Energy.

Complete Solaria, a leading solar technology and services company, has eliminated $67.6 million of private equity debt from its balance sheet. The debt cancellation involved agreements with Carlyle and Kline Hill Partners, where Carlyle's claims were settled for $10 million and Kline Hill's for $8 million. This was funded by T.J. Rodgers through an $18 million convertible debenture purchase. Notably, the private equity partners reinvested the settlement amounts back into the company, ensuring $18 million in new working capital. This strategic move aims to strengthen the company's financial position and future growth.

Complete Solaria (Nasdaq: CSLR) has raised $10 million through a private placement of Convertible Senior Notes to pay off debt owed to Carlyle. The notes, issued to an entity affiliated with CEO Thurman J. Rodgers, carry a 12% interest rate, mature in five years, and are convertible into CSLR common stock at $2.00 per share, a 33% premium over the current stock price of $1.50. This transaction is expected to improve the company's cash flow significantly by reducing annual debt service payments from $4.4 million to $1.2 million.

Complete Solaria (Nasdaq: CSLR) announces the appointment of Daniel Foley as Chief Financial Officer, effective July 1, 2024. Foley brings over 25 years of financial experience, including Financial Planning & Analysis, Investor Relations, Treasury, and Corporate Finance. He holds an MBA from the University of Southern California and a BS in Economics from the University of Utah. CEO TJ Rodgers praised Foley's extensive experience, stating that he will be important in building the finance team for future growth. Foley expressed excitement about joining the company and contributing to its rapid scale in the solar industry.

Complete Solaria (NASDAQ: CSLR) announces the appointment of Aaron Semliatschenko as VP, U.S. Operations, effective May 16, 2024. Aaron brings extensive experience from his tenure at Tesla's Solar City and Sunrun, where he managed large-scale operations and revenue centers. He will oversee Complete Solaria's main office in Salt Lake City, known as America's 'Solar Valley.' CEO T.J. Rodgers emphasizes the strategic importance of hiring top talent like Aaron to drive the company's growth and success.

Complete Solaria (NASDAQ: CSLR) announced a significant financial restructuring with Carlyle, eliminating its debt obligations to the private equity firm in exchange for a third-party cash payment. CEO T.J. Rodgers stated that this move replaces the Carlyle debt with a $10 million loan from a new provider offering more favorable terms. Additionally, Kline Hill will convert its debt to 9.8 million shares of common stock, effectively reducing the company's overall debt by $56 million. This restructuring aims to improve Complete Solaria's equity value and pave the way for resumed growth and profitability.