Energem Corp. Announces Pricing of $100,000,000 Initial Public Offering

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Energem Corp. has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at $100 million, issuing 10,000,000 units at $10.00 each. The IPO will be listed on Nasdaq under the ticker symbol ENCPU, with trading expected to begin on November 16, 2021. Each unit comprises a Class A ordinary share and a redeemable warrant for purchasing an additional Class A share at $11.50. The IPO's closing date is anticipated for November 18, 2021, subject to standard conditions. The company aims to target the energy sector for future business combinations.

Positive

• The IPO is expected to raise $100 million, providing significant capital for future business combinations.
• Energem Corp. is poised to focus on potential growth in the energy sector.

Negative

• The potential dilution of shares due to the offering could affect existing shareholders' value.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Nov. 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire -- Energem Corp. (the “Company”) announced today that it priced its initial public offering of $100 million, consisting of 10,000,000 units at $10.00 per unit. The units will be listed on the Nasdaq Global Market (“Nasdaq”) and are expected to begin trading tomorrow, Tuesday, November 16, 2021, under the ticker symbol “ENCPU”. Each unit consists of one the Company’s Class A ordinary shares and one redeemable warrant entitling the holder thereof to purchase one Class A ordinary share at a price of $11.50 per share. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the Class A ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on Nasdaq under the symbols “ENCP” and “ENCPW,” respectively.

The Company is a blank check company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses. While the Company may pursue an initial business combination target in any business or industry, it intends to focus on the energy industry. The Company is led by Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Swee Guan Hoo.

EF Hutton, division of Benchmark Investments, LLC, is acting as sole book running manager for the offering. The Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,500,000 units at the initial public offering price to cover over-allotments, if any. The offering is expected to close on November 18, 2021, subject to customary closing conditions.

The offering is being made only by means of a prospectus. Copies of the prospectus may be obtained, when available, from EF Hutton, division of Benchmark Investments, LLC, Attn: Syndicate Department, 590 Madison Ave., 39th Floor, New York, New York 10022, by telephone at (212) 404-7002, by fax at (646) 861-4697, or by email at syndicate@efhuttongroup.com.

A registration statement relating to these securities has been filed with, and declared effective by, the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 15, 2021.  This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the securities described herein, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release contains statements that constitute “forward-looking statements,” including with respect to the initial public offering and the anticipated use of the net proceeds. No assurance can be given that the offering discussed above will be completed on the terms described, or at all, or that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated. Forward-looking statements are subject to numerous conditions, many of which are beyond the control of the Company, including those set forth in the Risk Factors section of the Company's registration statement and preliminary prospectus for the offering filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Copies are available on the SEC's website, www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of this release, except as required by law.

Contact

Energem Corp.
Level 10, Tower 11, Avenue 5, No. 8,
Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South
59200 Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Attn: Swee Guan Hoo
Chief Executive Officer
sghoo@energemcorp.com
+ (60) 3270 47622

FAQ

What is the total amount raised in Energem Corp's IPO under the symbol ENCPU?

Energem Corp. raised a total of $100 million in its IPO.

When does trading for Energem Corp's units start on Nasdaq?

Trading for Energem Corp's units is expected to start on November 16, 2021.

What does each unit in Energem Corp's IPO consist of?

Each unit consists of one Class A ordinary share and one redeemable warrant.

What is the exercise price of the redeemable warrant for Energem Corp's shares?

The redeemable warrant allows the purchase of one Class A ordinary share at a price of $11.50.

What is Energem Corp's focus area for potential business combinations?

Energem Corp. intends to focus on the energy industry for potential business combinations.