RiverNorth Opportunities Fund, Inc. Announces Final Results of Rights Offering

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The RiverNorth Opportunities Fund (NYSE: RIV) announced the successful completion of its transferable rights offering, closing on November 8, 2022. The Fund will issue 2,752,078 new shares at a subscription price of $11.97 per share, based on 95% of the net asset value, generating approximately $32.9 million in gross proceeds. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund managed about $234 million in net assets with 18.7 million shares outstanding. Investors are advised to review the prospectus and consider the associated investment risks.

Positive

• Successfully raised approximately $32.9 million through rights offering.
• Issuing 2,752,078 new shares may enhance liquidity and market presence.

Negative

• The subscription price of $11.97 represents a 5% discount to net asset value, indicating potential market concerns.

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- RiverNorth Opportunities Fund, Inc. (the “Fund”) (NYSE: RIV) today announced the final results of its transferable rights offering (the “Offering”). The Fund will issue a total of 2,752,078 new shares of common stock as a result of the Offering, which closed on November 8, 2022 (the “Expiration Date”).

The subscription price of $11.97 per share in the Offering was established on the Expiration Date based on a formula equal to 95% of the reported net asset value. Gross proceeds received by the Fund, before any expenses of the Offering, are expected to total approximately $32.9 million.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy.

RiverNorth Opportunistic Fund, Inc.

The investment objective of the Fund is total return consisting of capital appreciation and current income. The Fund had approximately $234.0 million of net assets and 18.7 million shares of common stock outstanding as of October 31, 2022.

The Fund is a closed-end fund and does not continuously issue stock for sale as open-end mutual funds do. The Fund now trades in the secondary market. Investors wishing to buy or sell stock need to place orders through an intermediary or broker. The share price of a closed-end fund is based on the market value.

Risk is inherent in all investing. Investing in any investment company security involves risk, including the risk that you may receive little or no return on your investment or even that you may lose part or all of your investment. Therefore, before investing in the shares of common stock, you should consider the risks as well as the other information in the prospectus, annual report and semi-annual report.

Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Investors should read the prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus, when available, and consider the investment objective, risks, fees and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. To obtain a copy of the prospectus supplement and accompanying prospectus, when available, or the Fund’s annual report or semi-annual report, each of which contains this and other information about the Fund, visit www.rivernorth.com or call 844.569.4750. Please read them carefully before investing.

RiverNorth Capital Management, LLC

RiverNorth is an investment management firm founded in 2000 that specializes in opportunistic strategies in niche markets where the potential to exploit inefficiencies is greatest. RiverNorth is the manager to multiple registered and private funds.

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Investor Contact

Chris Lakumb, CFA, CAIA

312.445.2336

clakumb@rivernorth.com

Source: RiverNorth Opportunistic Fund, Inc.

FAQ

What were the results of RiverNorth Opportunities Fund's rights offering?

The Fund successfully closed its rights offering on November 8, 2022, issuing 2,752,078 new shares at $11.97 each.

How much capital did RiverNorth Opportunities Fund raise from the offering?

The offering is expected to generate approximately $32.9 million in gross proceeds.

What is the subscription price for the new shares issued by RiverNorth Opportunities Fund?

The subscription price is $11.97 per share, set at 95% of the reported net asset value.

What are the total net assets of RiverNorth Opportunities Fund as of October 31, 2022?

As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had approximately $234 million in net assets.

How many shares are currently outstanding for RiverNorth Opportunities Fund?

The Fund had 18.7 million shares of common stock outstanding as of October 31, 2022.