Netcapital Inc. Announces Proposed Public Offering of Common Stock

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Netcapital Inc. (NASDAQ: NCPL, NCPLW) announced plans for an underwritten public offering of common stock, with all shares to be sold by the Company. ThinkEquity is the sole book-running manager for this offering, which is subject to market conditions. The Company expects to grant the underwriter a 45-day option to purchase up to 15% additional shares. Proceeds from the offering will primarily be used for general corporate purposes, including capital expenditures and working capital. Details regarding the offering will be provided in a prospectus filed with the SEC.

Positive

• The offering aims to fund general corporate purposes and potential growth.
• Proceeds will support capital expenditures and working capital needs.

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• Shares sold in the offering may lead to shareholder dilution if new shares are issued.

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Netcapital Inc. (Nasdaq: NCPL, NCPLW) ("Netcapital" or the "Company"), a digital private capital markets ecosystem, today announced that it intends to offer to sell shares of its common stock in an underwritten public offering. All of the shares of common stock are to be sold by the Company.

ThinkEquity is acting as sole book-running manager for the offering.

The Company expects to grant the underwriter a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 15% of the number of shares of common stock sold in this offering to cover over-allotments, if any. The offering is subject to market conditions and there can be no assurance as to whether or when the offering may be completed, or as to the actual size or terms of the offering.

The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the offering primarily for general corporate purposes, capital expenditures, working capital and general and administrative expenses.

The securities will be offered and sold pursuant to a shelf registration statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-267921), including a base prospectus, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on October 18, 2022 and declared effective on October 26, 2022. The offering will be made only by means of a written prospectus. A preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus describing the terms of the offering has been or will be filed with the SEC on its website at www.sec.gov. Copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the offering may also be obtained from the offices of ThinkEquity, 17 State Street, 41^st Floor, New York, New York 10004, by telephone at (877) 436-3673 or by email at prospectus@think-equity.com. Before investing in this offering, interested parties should read in their entirety the preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus and the other documents that the Company has filed with the SEC that are incorporated by reference in such preliminary prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus, which provide more information about the Company and such offering.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction.

About Netcapital Inc.

Netcapital Inc. is a fintech company with a scalable technology platform that allows private companies to raise capital online and provides private equity investment opportunities to investors. The company's consulting group, Netcapital Advisors, provides marketing and strategic advice and takes equity positions in select companies with disruptive technologies. The Netcapital funding portal is registered with the U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) and is a member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), a registered national securities association.

Forward-Looking Statements

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FAQ

What is Netcapital Inc.'s planned public offering?

Netcapital Inc. announced an underwritten public offering of its common stock, with proceeds intended for general corporate purposes.

Who is managing Netcapital's public offering?

ThinkEquity is serving as the sole book-running manager for Netcapital's public offering.

What are the expected uses for the funds from the offering?

The net proceeds from the offering are expected to be used for general corporate purposes, capital expenditures, and working capital.

Will there be additional shares available for purchase in the offering?

Yes, the Company expects to grant the underwriter a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 15% of the shares sold.

Where can I find the prospectus for Netcapital's offering?

The preliminary prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus will be filed with the SEC and available on their website.