DoubleU Games to Purchase Additional Shares of DoubleDown Interactive from Current Shareholder

Rhea-AI Summary

DoubleU Games intends to acquire additional common shares of DoubleDown Interactive (DDI) as part of a strategic agreement. This acquisition involves purchasing 161,927 shares from STIC at US$360 each, totaling about 3,238,540 ADSs. Upon completion, DoubleU Games' ownership in DDI will rise from 60.5% to 67%. The transaction is expected to finalize by late October 2021. CFO Jay Choi expressed strong confidence in DDI’s long-term growth, emphasizing the collaborative growth potential between the companies.

Positive

• DoubleU Games to increase its ownership in DDI from 60.5% to 67%.
• Acquisition reflects strong confidence in DDI's long-term growth potential.

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• None.

SEOUL, Korea, Oct. 07, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DoubleU Games (192080:KS), a leading developer and publisher of social casino games, has advised DoubleDown Interactive (NASDAQ:DDI) (DDI) that it intends to acquire outstanding common shares of DDI in accordance with the Supplemental Agreement to the Joint Investment Agreement between DoubleU Games, DDI, and STIC Special Situation Diamond Limited (STIC), dated July 16, 2021.

DoubleU Games has agreed to purchase from STIC 161,927 common shares at a price per share of US$360.00, which is the equivalent of 3,238,540 ADSs of DDI, through this transaction. Twenty (20) ADSs represent one common share in DDI. After consummation of the transaction, the number of DDI common shares owned by DoubleU Games will increase from approximately 60.5% to 67.0% of the total issued and outstanding common shares of DDI. The transaction is expected to close by the end of October 2021.

Jay Choi, CFO at DoubleU Games, said, “Doubleu Games has strong confidence in DDI’s long-term growth, and based on this, we have decided to acquire the shares. The two companies will continue to grow collaboratively based on this solid relationship.”

About DoubleU Games

DoubleU Games Co., Ltd. is a Korea-based game development company. It offers multiple gaming products such as ‘DoubleU Casino’ and ‘Take5 Slots’ and others. The company was founded in 2012 and was listed on the KOSPI in 2019 through continuing growth. DoubleU Games Co., Ltd. is DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd.’s majority shareholder and has a strong position in the global social casino market.

About DoubleDown Interactive

DoubleDown Interactive Co., Ltd. is a leading developer and publisher of digital games on mobile and web-based platforms. DDI is the creator of multi-format interactive entertainment experiences for casual players, bringing authentic Vegas entertainment to players around the world through an online social casino experience. DDI’s flagship title, DoubleDown Casino, has been a fan-favorite game on leading social and mobile platforms for years, entertaining millions of players worldwide with a lineup of classic and modern games.

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FAQ

What is the acquisition plan from DoubleU Games regarding DDI?

DoubleU Games plans to acquire 161,927 common shares of DoubleDown Interactive (DDI) from STIC at US$360 per share.

How much will DoubleU Games' ownership in DDI increase after the acquisition?

After the acquisition, DoubleU Games' ownership in DDI will rise from 60.5% to 67%.

When is the expected closing date for the DDI acquisition?

The acquisition is expected to close by the end of October 2021.

What does DoubleU Games' acquisition signify for DDI?

It signifies strong confidence from DoubleU Games in DDI's long-term growth and potential for collaborative growth.

How many ADSs does the acquisition of DDI shares represent?

The acquisition represents approximately 3,238,540 American Depositary Shares (ADSs) of DDI.