Quantum Energy (QEGY) Announces the Retirement of 54.8% of its Outstanding Shares

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Quantum Energy Inc. (OTC: QEGY) has announced the retirement of 26,832,298 common shares, bringing the total outstanding shares down to 23,006,331 from 49,838,629. This significant reduction stems from settlement agreements with former officers, directors, and a shareholder. The CEO emphasized the importance of these retirements in protecting shareholder value, while the CFO reaffirmed the company's commitment to safeguard legitimate shareholder interests. This move reflects Quantum's ongoing efforts in corporate governance and shareholder value enhancement.

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• Reduction of outstanding shares from 49,838,629 to 23,006,331, enhancing shareholder value.
• Successful settlement agreements with former officers and shareholders leading to share retirements.

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• None.

Company Retires 26,832,298 Common Shares, Reducing 49,838,629 Outstanding Shares to 23,006,331 Common Shares

WASHINGTON and HENDERSON, Nev., Jan. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quantum Energy Inc. (OTC: QEGY) (“Quantum”) announces the return and retirement of an additional 7,449,622 common shares, which reduces the Company’s outstanding common shares to 23,006,33, down from 49,838,629 common shares.

The Company completed settlement agreements with five former officers and directors and one former affiliate shareholder, resulting in the retirement of 26,832,298 of the Company’s common shares.

Harry Ewert, Chief Executive Officer, stated, “The Company continues to excel in these share retirements, representing significant and substantial work of our securities attorneys and the executive management of the Company over the last nine months.”

Will Westbrook, Quantum CFO, stated, “As stated in previous news releases, the Company will continue to pursue the rights of the Company aggressively as well as to protect the value of our legitimate shareholders. Operating as a good corporate citizen and ensuring that shares or any cash paid to an individual or entity in the past were legitimate, is of paramount importance to the Company.”

About Quantum Energy Inc.

Quantum Energy, Inc. (OTC: QEGY) is an energy-focused company with a project emphasis on rare earth refining and property development in the United States and Canada. This includes the refining, processing, and value-added manufacturing of rare earth elements and other raw materials to produce magnetic and associated energy-related products -www.qegy.energy. 

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Quantum Energy Inc. Company Contact:

Douglas C Bean
Investor Relations
Washington, DC
202-750-3822
investorrelations@qegy.energy

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/67c86069-c548-4366-a8c3-985f4af7d6d4

FAQ

What is the impact of Quantum Energy's share retirement on the stock QEGY?

The retirement of shares reduces the total outstanding shares, which could enhance shareholder value and potentially lead to increased stock performance for QEGY.

How many shares has Quantum Energy retired recently?

Quantum Energy has retired 26,832,298 common shares, reducing its outstanding shares to 23,006,331.

What are the reasons behind Quantum Energy's share retirement announcement?

The share retirement follows settlement agreements with former officers and directors, indicating a focus on corporate governance and protection of shareholder interests.