Lucid Group, Inc. Announces Pricing of Public Offering of Common Stock and Corresponding Investment by an Affiliate of PIF for Aggregate Gross Proceeds of Approximately $1.67 Billion
Lucid Group (Nasdaq: LCID) has announced the pricing of its public offering of 262,446,931 shares of common stock. The offering is expected to close on October 18, 2024. Additionally, Lucid's majority stockholder, Ayar Third Investment Company, an affiliate of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), has agreed to purchase 374,717,927 shares in a private placement at the same price. This private placement is set to close on October 31, 2024.
The combined public offering and private placement are expected to generate aggregate gross proceeds of approximately $1.67 billion. Lucid plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and working capital. BofA Securities is acting as the sole underwriter for the public offering.
- Lucid Group is raising approximately $1.67 billion in gross proceeds
- The company's majority stockholder, Ayar, is maintaining its 58.8% ownership through additional share purchases
- Funds will be used for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and working capital
- The public offering and private placement will result in significant shareholder dilution
- Large-scale stock offerings may negatively impact the share price in the short term
Insights
This announcement represents a significant capital raise for Lucid Group, with aggregate gross proceeds of approximately
Key points to consider:
- The capital raise strengthens Lucid's balance sheet, providing essential funds for operations, R&D and potential expansion.
- PIF's continued support through Ayar maintains their
58.8% ownership, signaling confidence in Lucid's long-term prospects. - The dilutive effect of this offering on existing shareholders is significant and may impact short-term stock price.
- Lucid's ability to secure this funding in the current market environment is noteworthy, indicating investor interest despite challenges in the EV sector.
While the capital infusion is positive for Lucid's financial stability, investors should closely monitor how effectively the company utilizes these funds to drive growth and achieve profitability in the competitive EV market.
This capital raise comes at a critical juncture for Lucid and the broader EV market. Here's what investors should consider:
- Timing: The EV market is facing headwinds with slowing demand and increased competition. Lucid's ability to secure funding now could provide a competitive advantage.
- Market Perception: The substantial investment, particularly from PIF, may boost investor confidence in Lucid's long-term viability.
- Industry Trends: This move aligns with the trend of EV startups requiring significant capital to scale production and weather the current market challenges.
- Competitive Positioning: The additional funds could help Lucid accelerate its product development and market expansion plans, potentially improving its position against rivals like Tesla and traditional automakers.
Investors should watch for Lucid's strategic moves post-funding, including any announcements on production ramp-up, new model developments, or market expansion plans. These will be key indicators of how effectively the company leverages this capital injection to strengthen its market position.
Lucid has granted the underwriter a 30-day option to purchase up to 39,367,040 additional shares of its common stock.
BofA Securities is acting as the sole underwriter for the public offering.
In addition, Lucid has entered into an agreement with its majority stockholder and affiliate of the Public Investment Fund ("PIF"), Ayar Third Investment Company ("Ayar"), pursuant to which Ayar has agreed to purchase 374,717,927 shares of common stock from Lucid in a private placement, at the same price per share initially paid by the underwriter in the public offering. The private placement is expected to close on October 31, 2024 and is subject to completion of the public offering and customary closing conditions. As a result of these purchases, Ayar expects to maintain its approximate
Lucid intends to use the net proceeds from the public offering, as well as from the private placement by its majority stockholder, for general corporate purposes, which may include, among other things, capital expenditures and working capital.
The public offering is being made pursuant to Lucid's effective shelf registration statement on Form S-3, including a base prospectus, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") and a prospectus supplement relating to the public offering. Prospective investors should read the prospectus supplement and the accompanying base prospectus in that registration statement and other documents that Lucid has filed or will file with the SEC for information about Lucid and the public offering. You may obtain these documents for free by visiting EDGAR on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the prospectus supplement and the base prospectus may be obtained from BofA Securities, Inc., NC1-022-02-25, 201 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28255-0001, Attn: Prospectus Department, or by email at dg.prospectus_requests@bofa.com.
This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy shares of Lucid's common stock, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.
About Lucid Group
Lucid is a Silicon Valley-based technology company focused on creating the most advanced EVs in the world. Lucid's goal is to accelerate humanity's transition to sustainable transportation and energy through the creation of the most advanced EVs.
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