SuRo Capital Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results
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Insights
The reported Net Asset Value (NAV) of $7.99 per share by SuRo Capital as of December 31, 2023, indicates a moderate increase from the previous year's $7.39 per share but a decrease from $8.41 per share in the preceding quarter. This fluctuation in NAV reflects the company's asset valuation adjustments and investment performance over time. The modified Dutch Auction tender offer to repurchase up to 2 million shares is a strategic move to manage the company's capital structure and potentially enhance shareholder value, particularly as the share price trades at a discount to NAV. This repurchase program could signal management's confidence in the intrinsic value of their portfolio and may be accretive to NAV per share if executed below the current NAV.
Investors should note the company's investment activity, including new investments in privately held companies and follow-on investments, which suggest an active portfolio management approach. The top five investments, representing 56% of the total portfolio, indicate a concentrated exposure which can lead to higher volatility in NAV based on the performance of these key holdings. The investment in Liquid Death, a consumer packaged goods brand, reflects a strategic move into a high-growth potential market, which could diversify the portfolio's risk profile.
The broader market context mentioned by SuRo Capital's CEO, with megacap stocks driving public indices and a decline in private market valuations, sets the stage for potential opportunities in undervalued assets. SuRo Capital's strategy to capitalize on these conditions by investing in new and existing portfolio companies could position the firm well if the market corrects these valuations upward. The focus on sectors like logistics, technology and consumer goods, through investments in companies like FourKites, Xpoint and Liquid Death, aligns with current trends of digital transformation and consumer health consciousness, potentially offering robust growth prospects.
However, the concentration of the portfolio in a few significant investments can pose risks if any single investment underperforms. Diversification across more holdings or sectors could mitigate this risk. Stakeholders should also consider the impact of lock-up provisions on publicly held companies within the portfolio, which may restrict liquidity and affect the timing of potential returns.
The modified Dutch Auction tender offer is a notable corporate action that requires careful legal structuring to comply with securities regulations. It offers shareholders the option to tender their shares at a chosen price within a specified range, which can be beneficial for both the company and shareholders. The company can repurchase shares below NAV, which may be accretive to the remaining shareholders, while shareholders have the opportunity to liquidate their holdings at a potentially favorable price.
Additionally, the legal implications of holding both private and public equity, particularly with lock-up provisions, necessitate robust compliance frameworks to manage insider trading risks and reporting obligations. Investors should be aware that such provisions can affect the liquidity and valuation of these assets, potentially impacting the timing and magnitude of realized returns.
Net Asset Value of
Modified Dutch Auction Tender Offer to Repurchase Up To 2 Million Shares Commenced on February 20
NEW YORK, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SuRo Capital Corp. (“SuRo Capital”, the “Company”, “we”, “us”, and “our”) (Nasdaq: SSSS) today announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. Net assets totaled approximately
“In 2023, public market indices were driven higher by a handful of megacap stocks, while the private markets saw decreased valuations and fundraising volume. We have stated for several quarters that we believe valuations are becoming more attractive and that we are continuing to see more investable opportunities. We are now executing on these opportunities. During the fourth quarter, we added one new portfolio company through a
“As we have consistently demonstrated, SuRo Capital is committed to initiatives that enhance shareholder value, and we believe the market is currently undervaluing our portfolio. Accordingly, as previously announced on February 14, 2024, our Board of Directors authorized a modified Dutch Auction tender offer to purchase up to 2.0 million shares of our common stock at a price per share between
Investment Portfolio as of December 31, 2023
At December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital held positions in 38 portfolio companies – 34 privately held and 4 publicly held, some of which may be subject to certain lock-up provisions – with an aggregate fair value of approximately
Top Five Investments as of December 31, 2023
Portfolio Company ($ in millions) | Cost Basis | Fair Value | % of Total Portfolio | ||||
Learneo, Inc. | $ | 15.0 | $ | 56.0 | 30.4 | % | |
Stormwind, LLC | 6.4 | 12.5 | 6.8 | ||||
ServiceTitan, Inc. | 10.0 | 12.0 | 6.5 | ||||
Blink Health Inc. | 15.0 | 11.7 | 6.4 | ||||
Locus Robotics Corp. | 10.0 | 10.7 | 5.8 | ||||
Total (may not sum due to rounding) | $ | 56.4 | $ | 102.8 | 55.9 | % |
Fourth Quarter 2023 Investment Portfolio Activity
During the three months ended December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital made the following investments, excluding short-term US treasuries:
Portfolio Company | Investment | Transaction Date | Amount |
Colombier Sponsor II LLC | Class B Units & Class W Units | 11/20/2023 | |
FourKites, Inc.(1) | Common Shares | 12/21/2023 | |
Xgroup Holdings Limited (d/b/a Xpoint)(2) | Convertible Note | 10/26/2023 |
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(1) Represents a follow-on investment.
(2) Represents a follow-on investment made through SuRo Capital Sports, LLC.
During the three months ended December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital exited or received proceeds from the following investments, excluding short-term US treasuries:
Portfolio Company | Transaction Date | Quantity | Average Net Share Price(1) | Net Proceeds | Realized Gain/(Loss) | |
Churchill Sponsor VI LLC | 12/4/2023 | N/A | N/A | $- | ||
Forge Global, Inc.(2) | Various | 1,465,994 | ||||
NewLake Capital Partners, Inc.(3) | Various | 105,820 | ||||
Nextdoor Holdings, Inc.(4) | Various | 150,000 | ||||
PSQ Holdings, Inc. (d/b/a PublicSquare) – Public Warrants(5) | Various | 303,963 | ||||
Residential Homes For Rent, LLC (d/b/a Second Avenue)(6) | Various | N/A | N/A | $- | ||
True Global Ventures 4 Plus Pte Ltd | 12/18/2023 | N/A | N/A | $- |
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(1) The average net share price is the net share price realized after deducting all commissions and fees on the sale(s), if applicable.
(2) As of December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital held 1,145,875 remaining Forge Global, Inc. public common shares.
(3) As of December 15, 2023, SuRo Capital had sold its remaining NewLake Capital Partners, Inc. public common shares.
(4) As of December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital held 112,420 remaining Nextdoor Holdings, Inc. public common shares.
(5) As of December 31, 2023, SuRo Capital held 2,396,037 remaining PSQ Holdings, Inc. (d/b/a PublicSquare) public warrants.
(6) On December 26, 2023, a final payment was received from Residential Homes For Rent, LLC (d/b/a Second Avenue) related to the
Subsequent to year-end through March 13, 2024, SuRo Capital made the following investment, excluding short-term US treasuries:
Portfolio Company | Investment | Transaction Date | Amount |
Supplying Demand, Inc. (d/b/a Liquid Death) | Series F-1 Preferred Shares | 1/18/2024 |
Subsequent to year-end through March 13, 2024, SuRo Capital exited or received proceeds from the following investments, excluding short-term US treasuries:
Portfolio Company | Transaction Date | Quantity | Average Net Share Price(1) | Net Proceeds | Realized Gain/(Loss) | |
Nextdoor Holdings, Inc.(2) | Various | 112,420 | ||||
PSQ Holdings, Inc. (d/b/a PublicSquare) – Public Warrants(3) | Various | 100,000 |
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(1) The average net share price is the net share price realized after deducting all commissions and fees on the sale(s), if applicable.
(2) As of February 23, 2024, SuRo Capital had sold its remaining Nextdoor Holdings, Inc. public common shares.
(3) As of March 13, 2024, SuRo Capital held 2,296,037 remaining PSQ Holdings, Inc. (d/b/a PublicSquare) public warrants.
Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results
Quarter Ended December 31, 2023 | Quarter Ended December 31, 2022 | |||
$ in millions | per share(1) | $ in millions | per share(1) | |
Net investment loss | ||||
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments | 2.6 | 0.10 | (1.9) | (0.07) |
Net change in unrealized depreciation of investments | (9.0) | (0.36) | (7.6) | (0.27) |
Net decrease in net assets resulting from operations – basic(2) | (9.1) | (0.37) | (12.4) | (0.44) |
Stock-based compensation | 0.5 | (0.06) | 0.6 | 0.00 |
Decrease in net asset value(2) |
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(1) Based on weighted-average number of shares outstanding for the relevant period.
(2) Total may not sum due to rounding.
Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results
Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2023 | Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 2022 | |||
$ in millions | per share(1) | $ in millions | per share(1) | |
Net investment loss | ||||
Net realized loss on investments | (11.9) | (0.46) | (5.9) | (0.20) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | 30.5 | 1.16 | (111.6) | (3.72) |
Net increase/(decrease) in net assets resulting from operations – basic(3) | 5.1 | 0.19 | (132.2) | (4.41) |
Dividends declared | - | - | (3.4) | (0.11) |
Issuance of common stock from public offering | - | - | 0.2 | 0.01 |
Stock-based compensation | 2.4 | 0.09 | 2.0 | 0.07 |
Repurchase of common stock(2) | (14.2) | 0.32 | (21.5) | 0.11 |
Increase/(decrease) in net asset value(3) |
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(1) Based on weighted-average number of shares outstanding for the relevant period.
(2) During the year ended December 31, 2023, under the Company’s Share Repurchase Program, the Company repurchased 186,493 shares of its common stock for approximately
(3) Total may not sum due to rounding.
Weighted-average common basic shares outstanding were approximately 26.2 million and 30.0 million for the years ended December 31, 2023 and 2022, respectively. As of December 31, 2023, there were 25,445,805 shares of the Company’s common stock outstanding.
SuRo Capital’s liquid assets were approximately
Modified Dutch Auction Tender Offer
On February 14, 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a modified Dutch Auction tender offer (the “Tender Offer”) to purchase up to 2,000,000 shares of its common stock at a price per share not less than
Based on the number of shares tendered and the prices specified by the tendering stockholders, the Company will determine the lowest per-share price that will enable it to acquire up to 2,000,000 shares of its common stock. All shares accepted in the Tender Offer will be purchased at the same price even if tendered at a lower price.
The Tender Offer is not contingent upon any minimum number of shares being tendered. The Tender Offer is, however, subject to other conditions, which are disclosed in the Tender Offer documents filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 20, 2024. In the future, the Board of Directors may consider additional tender offer(s) or other measures to enhance shareholder value based upon a variety of factors, including the market price of the Company’s common stock and its net asset value.
The Company’s Board of Directors is not making any recommendation to stockholders as to whether to tender or refrain from tendering their shares into the Tender Offer. Stockholders must decide how many shares they will tender, if any, and the price within the stated range at which they will offer their shares for purchase.
The information agent for the Tender Offer is D.F. King & Co. Inc., and the depositary is Equiniti Trust Company, LLC. The offer to purchase (the “Offer to Purchase”), a letter of transmittal and related documents have been mailed to registered holders and certain of our beneficial holders. Beneficial holders may alternatively receive the Offer to Purchase and a communication to consult with their bank, broker or custodian if they wish to tender shares. For questions and information, please contact the information agent at suro@dfking.com. Banks and brokers may call the information agent at (212) 269-5550, and all others may call the information agent toll-free at (877) 361-7972.
Share Repurchase Program
Under the Share Repurchase Program, the Company may repurchase its outstanding common stock in the open market, provided it complies with the prohibitions under its insider trading policies and procedures and the applicable provisions of the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
Since inception of the Share Repurchase Program in August 2017, SuRo Capital has repurchased over 6.0 million shares of its common stock for an aggregate purchase price of approximately
Conference Call and Webcast
Management will hold a conference call and webcast for investors at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) on March 13, 2024. The conference call access number for U.S. participants is 866-580-3963, and the conference call access number for participants outside the U.S. is +1 786-697-3501. The conference ID number for both access numbers is 4463363. Additionally, interested parties can listen to a live webcast of the call from the "Investor Relations" section of SuRo Capital’s website at www.surocap.com. An archived replay of the webcast will also be available for 12 months following the live presentation.
A replay of the conference call may be accessed until 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT) on March 20, 2024 by dialing 866-583-1035 (U.S.) or +44 (0) 20 3451 9993 (International) and using conference ID number 4463363.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements included herein, including statements regarding SuRo Capital's beliefs, expectations, intentions, or strategies for the future, may constitute "forward-looking statements". SuRo Capital cautions you that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and that actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected or implied in these statements. All forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, including the impact of any market volatility that may be detrimental to our business, our portfolio companies, our industry, and the global economy, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the plans, intentions, and expectations reflected in or suggested by the forward-looking statements. Risk factors, cautionary statements, and other conditions which could cause SuRo Capital's actual results to differ from management's current expectations are contained in SuRo Capital's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. SuRo Capital undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this press release.
About SuRo Capital Corp.
SuRo Capital Corp. (Nasdaq: SSSS) is a publicly traded investment fund that seeks to invest in high-growth, venture-backed private companies. The fund seeks to create a portfolio of high-growth emerging private companies via a repeatable and disciplined investment approach, as well as to provide investors with access to such companies through its publicly traded common stock. SuRo Capital is headquartered in New York, NY and has offices in San Francisco, CA. Connect with the company on X, LinkedIn, and at www.surocap.com.
Contact
SuRo Capital Corp.
(212) 931-6331
IR@surocap.com
SURO CAPITAL CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES | |||||||
December 31, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | ||||||
ASSETS | |||||||
Investments at fair value: | |||||||
Non-controlled/non-affiliate investments (cost of | $ | 147,167,535 | $ | 130,901,546 | |||
Non-controlled/affiliate investments (cost of | 24,931,333 | 12,591,162 | |||||
Controlled investments (cost of | 11,982,381 | 13,695,870 | |||||
Total Portfolio Investments | 184,081,249 | 157,188,578 | |||||
Investments in U.S. Treasury bills (cost of | 63,810,855 | 85,056,817 | |||||
Total Investments (cost of | 247,892,104 | 242,245,395 | |||||
Cash | 28,178,352 | 40,117,598 | |||||
Escrow proceeds receivable | 309,293 | 628,332 | |||||
Interest and dividends receivable | 132,607 | 138,766 | |||||
Deferred financing costs | 594,726 | 555,761 | |||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets(1) | 494,602 | 727,006 | |||||
Total Assets | 277,601,684 | 284,412,858 | |||||
LIABILITIES | |||||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(1) | 346,308 | 708,827 | |||||
Dividends payable | 152,523 | 296,170 | |||||
73,745,207 | 73,387,159 | ||||||
Total Liabilities | 74,244,038 | 74,392,156 | |||||
Net Assets | $ | 203,357,646 | $ | 210,020,702 | |||
NET ASSETS | |||||||
Common stock, par value | $ | 254,458 | $ | 284,295 | |||
Paid-in capital in excess of par | 248,454,107 | 330,899,254 | |||||
Accumulated net investment loss | (4,304,111 | ) | (64,832,605 | ) | |||
Accumulated net realized gain/(loss) on investments, net of distributions | (12,348,772 | ) | 2,552,465 | ||||
Accumulated net unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments | (28,698,036 | ) | (58,882,707 | ) | |||
Net Assets | $ | 203,357,646 | $ | 210,020,702 | |||
Net Asset Value Per Share | $ | 7.99 | $ | 7.39 |
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(1) This balance includes a right of use asset and corresponding operating lease liability, respectively.
(2) As of December 31, 2023, the
SURO CAPITAL CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS | ||||||||||||
Year Ended December 31, | ||||||||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2021 | ||||||||||
INVESTMENT INCOME | ||||||||||||
Non-controlled/non-affiliate investments: | ||||||||||||
Interest income(1) | $ | 795,847 | $ | 403,029 | $ | 507,772 | ||||||
Dividend income | 211,310 | 541,239 | 470,438 | |||||||||
Non-controlled/affiliate investments: | ||||||||||||
Dividend income | — | — | 102,632 | |||||||||
Controlled investments: | ||||||||||||
Interest income | 1,331,258 | 1,685,000 | 390,000 | |||||||||
Dividend income | 500,000 | — | — | |||||||||
Interest income from U.S. Treasury bills | 3,758,365 | 826,925 | — | |||||||||
Total Investment Income | 6,596,780 | 3,456,193 | 1,470,842 | |||||||||
OPERATING EXPENSES | ||||||||||||
Compensation expense | 9,482,867 | 7,566,452 | 6,162,716 | |||||||||
Directors’ fees | 645,548 | 675,716 | 752,442 | |||||||||
Professional fees | 2,602,894 | 3,395,260 | 2,665,689 | |||||||||
Interest expense | 4,858,049 | 4,845,549 | 693,526 | |||||||||
Income tax expense | 624,049 | 82,238 | 9,347 | |||||||||
Other expenses | 1,822,982 | 1,598,986 | 1,117,941 | |||||||||
Total Operating Expenses | 20,036,389 | 18,164,201 | 11,401,661 | |||||||||
Net Investment Loss | (13,439,609 | ) | (14,708,008 | ) | (9,930,819 | ) | ||||||
Realized Gain/(Loss) on Investments: | ||||||||||||
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments | (1,185,273 | ) | (5,835,074 | ) | 216,870,940 | |||||||
Non-controlled/affiliate investments | (10,762,231 | ) | (70,379 | ) | 1,864,564 | |||||||
Net Realized Gain/(Loss) on Investments | (11,947,504 | ) | (5,905,453 | ) | 218,735,504 | |||||||
Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) of Investments: | ||||||||||||
Non-controlled/non-affiliated investments | 10,349,592 | (109,553,034 | ) | (59,057,641 | ) | |||||||
Non-controlled/affiliate investments | 20,705,035 | (1,947,553 | ) | (2,902,517 | ) | |||||||
Controlled investments | (600,692 | ) | (63,005 | ) | 227,194 | |||||||
Net Change in Unrealized Appreciation/(Depreciation) of Investments | 30,453,935 | (111,563,592 | ) | (61,732,964 | ) | |||||||
Net Change in Net Assets Resulting from Operations | $ | 5,066,822 | $ | (132,177,053 | ) | $ | 147,071,721 | |||||
Net Change in Net Assets Resulting from Operations per Common Share: | ||||||||||||
Basic | $ | 0.19 | $ | (4.40 | ) | $ | 5.69 | |||||
Diluted(2) | $ | 0.19 | $ | (4.40 | ) | $ | 5.52 | |||||
Weighted-Average Common Shares Outstanding | ||||||||||||
Basic | 26,222,667 | 30,023,202 | 25,861,642 | |||||||||
Diluted(2) | 26,222,667 | 30,023,202 | 26,758,367 |
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(1) Includes interest income earned on idle cash.
(2) As of December 31, 2023, 2022, and 2021, there were no potentially dilutive securities outstanding.
SURO CAPITAL CORP. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2023 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Year Ended December 31, | |||||||||||||||||||
2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | ||||||||||||||||
Per Basic Share Data | ||||||||||||||||||||
Net asset value at beginning of the year | $ | 7.39 | $ | 11.72 | $ | 15.14 | $ | 11.38 | $ | 9.89 | ||||||||||
Net investment loss(1) | (0.51 | ) | (0.49 | ) | (0.38 | ) | (0.81 | ) | (0.49 | ) | ||||||||||
Net realized gain/(loss) on investments(1) | (0.46 | ) | (0.20 | ) | 8.46 | 0.92 | 0.99 | |||||||||||||
Net change in unrealized appreciation/(depreciation) of investments(1) | 1.16 | (3.72 | ) | (2.39 | ) | 3.78 | 0.69 | |||||||||||||
Benefit from taxes on unrealized depreciation of investments(1) | — | — | — | — | 0.05 | |||||||||||||||
Dividends declared | — | (0.11 | ) | (8.00 | ) | (0.87 | ) | (0.32 | ) | |||||||||||
Issuance of common stock from stock dividend | — | — | 0.74 | — | — | |||||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock from public offering(1) | — | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.30 | — | |||||||||||||||
Issuance of common stock from conversion of | — | — | (1.91 | ) | (0.11 | ) | — | |||||||||||||
Repurchase of common stock(1) | 0.32 | 0.11 | — | 0.43 | 0.52 | |||||||||||||||
Stock-based compensation(1) | 0.09 | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.12 | 0.05 | |||||||||||||||
Net asset value at end of year | $ | 7.99 | $ | 7.39 | $ | 11.72 | $ | 15.14 | $ | 11.38 | ||||||||||
Per share market value at end of year | $ | 3.94 | $ | 3.80 | $ | 12.95 | $ | 13.09 | $ | 6.55 | ||||||||||
Total return based on market value(2) | 3.68 | % | (69.45)% | 60.05 | % | 99.85 | % | 31.61 | % | |||||||||||
Total return based on net asset value(2) | 8.12 | % | (36.01)% | 30.25 | % | 33.04 | % | 15.08 | % | |||||||||||
Shares outstanding at end of year | 25,445,805 | 28,429,499 | 31,118,556 | 19,914,023 | 17,564,244 | |||||||||||||||
Ratios/Supplemental Data: | | | | | | |||||||||||||||
Net assets at end of year | $ | 203,357,646 | $ | 210,020,702 | $ | 364,846,624 | $ | 301,583,073 | $ | 199,917,289 | ||||||||||
Average net assets | $ | 207,608,591 | $ | 310,086,061 | $ | 396,209,139 | $ | 205,430,809 | $ | 209,261,190 | ||||||||||
Ratio of gross operating expenses to average net assets(3) | 9.70 | % | 5.87 | % | 2.88 | % | 7.95 | % | 6.08 | % | ||||||||||
Ratio of income tax provision to average net assets | — | % | — | % | — | % | — | % | (0.42)% | |||||||||||
Ratio of net operating expenses to average net assets(3) | 9.70 | % | 5.87 | % | 2.88 | % | 7.95 | % | 5.66 | % | ||||||||||
Ratio of net investment loss to average net assets(3) | (6.51)% | (4.76)% | (2.51)% | (7.07)% | (4.52)% | |||||||||||||||
Portfolio Turnover Ratio | 9.34 | % | 4.31 | % | 28.34 | % | 14.87 | % | 12.95 | % |
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(1) Based on weighted-average number of shares outstanding for the relevant period.
(2) Total return based on market value is based upon the change in market price per share between the opening and ending market values per share in the period, adjusted for dividends and equity issuances. Total return based on net asset value is based upon the change in net asset value per share between the opening and ending net asset values per share in the period, adjusted for dividends and equity issuances.
(3) For the year ended December 31, 2021, the Company excluded
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