IOU Financial Announces the Repurchase of Approximately $0.9 Million of Convertible Debentures

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IOU Financial announced a repurchase of approximately $0.9 million of convertible debentures, raising its total year-to-date repurchases to $3.2 million. This strategic move aims to reduce corporate debt and capitalize on economic recovery opportunities. CEO Robert Gloer emphasized the company's strong cash position, enabling focused investments in small business loans via its marketplace strategy. Since 2009, IOU has funded over US $1 billion in small business growth loans, establishing itself as a trusted alternative lender.

Positive

• Strong cash position allowing for $3.2 million in debt reduction year-to-date.
• Strategic repurchase of $0.9 million in convertible debentures enhances shareholder value.
• Confidence in economic recovery and focus on small business lending supports future growth.

Negative

• None.

Company continues to leverage strong cash position to reduce debt,
bringing year-to-date total to $3.2 million of convertible debentures repurchased.

MONTREAL, Nov. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ - IOU FINANCIAL INC. ("IOU" or "the Company") (TSXV: IOU), a leading online lender to small businesses (IOUFinancial.com), announced today that, pursuant to its announcement on September 3, 2021, it is repurchasing approximately $0.9 million of its convertible debentures in the capital of the Company (the "Debentures") at a discount per $1,000 of aggregate principal amount per Debenture. Such transactions are being carried out pursuant to repurchase agreements entered into with individual holders of Debentures.  

Today's move to repurchase $0.9 million of Debentures brings the total year-to-date repurchases to $3.2 million.

"IOU's strong cash position gives us the opportunity to further reduce corporate debt and maximize our exposure to the economic recovery," said Robert Gloer, CEO.  "Our focus is on originating loans via our marketplace strategy to small businesses that are investing in new growth opportunities."

About IOU Financial Inc.

IOU Financial Inc. is a wholesale lender that provides quick and easy access to growth capital to small businesses through a network of preferred brokers across the US and Canada.  Built on its proprietary IOU360 technology platform that connects underwriters, merchants and brokers in real time, IOU Financial has become a trusted alternative to banks by originating over US$1 billion in loans to fund small business growth since 2009.  IOU trades on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol IOU (TSXV: IOU), and on the US OTC markets as IOUFF.  To learn more about IOU Financial's corporate history, financial products, or to join our broker network please visit www.IOUFinancial.com.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain information set forth in this news release may contain forward-looking statements that involve substantial known and unknown risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, certain of which are beyond the control of IOU including, but not limited to, the impact of general economic conditions, industry conditions, dependence upon regulatory and shareholder approvals, the execution of definitive documentation and the uncertainty of obtaining additional financing. Readers are cautioned that the assumptions used in the preparation of such information, although considered reasonable at the time of preparation, may prove to be imprecise and, as such, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking statements. IOU does not assume any obligation to update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

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SOURCE IOU Financial Inc.

FAQ

What is the amount IOU Financial is repurchasing in convertible debentures?

IOU Financial is repurchasing approximately $0.9 million of convertible debentures.

What is the total amount of convertible debentures repurchased by IOU Financial this year?

The total amount of convertible debentures repurchased by IOU Financial this year is $3.2 million.

How does IOU Financial plan to utilize its strong cash position?

IOU Financial plans to use its strong cash position to reduce corporate debt and capitalize on economic recovery opportunities.

What has been the impact of IOU Financial's repurchase strategy on shareholder value?

The repurchase strategy is expected to enhance shareholder value by decreasing debt and demonstrating financial stability.

What is IOU Financial's primary business focus?

IOU Financial focuses on providing quick access to growth capital for small businesses through a network of brokers.