Jones Soda to Acquire Verticale Group for $10M
Ticker: JSDA · Form: 8-K · Filed: May 30, 2024 · CIK: 1083522
Sentiment: mixed
Topics: acquisition, m&a, strategy
TL;DR
Jones Soda buying Verticale Group for $10M to boost product line & reach. Deal expected Q3.
AI Summary
Jones Soda Co. announced on May 30, 2024, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all of the outstanding equity interests of The Verticale Group, Inc. for an aggregate purchase price of $10.0 million. The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2024, subject to customary closing conditions. This strategic move aims to expand Jones Soda's product offerings and market reach.
Why It Matters
This acquisition could significantly expand Jones Soda's market presence and product portfolio, potentially leading to increased revenue and brand recognition.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Acquisitions carry inherent risks, including integration challenges, potential overpayment, and failure to achieve expected synergies.
Key Numbers
- $10.0 million — Acquisition Price (Aggregate purchase price for The Verticale Group, Inc.)
- Q3 2024 — Expected Closing (Anticipated timeframe for the acquisition to be finalized.)
Key Players & Entities
- Jones Soda Co. (company) — Registrant
- The Verticale Group, Inc. (company) — Target company for acquisition
- $10.0 million (dollar_amount) — Aggregate purchase price for acquisition
- May 30, 2024 (date) — Date of the report and announcement
- third quarter of 2024 (date) — Expected closing period for the acquisition
FAQ
What is the primary strategic rationale behind Jones Soda's acquisition of The Verticale Group, Inc.?
The acquisition is intended to expand Jones Soda's product offerings and market reach.
What is the total purchase price for The Verticale Group, Inc.?
The aggregate purchase price is $10.0 million.
When is the acquisition of The Verticale Group, Inc. expected to close?
The acquisition is expected to close in the third quarter of 2024.
Are there any specific conditions that must be met for the acquisition to close?
Yes, the closing is subject to customary closing conditions.
What is the filing date of this Form 8-K report?
The report was filed on May 30, 2024.
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01. Regulation FD Disclosure
Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. On May 30, 2024, Jones Soda Co. (the "Company") posted a presentation on its website. The Company expects to use such presentation, in whole or in part, and possibly with modifications, in connection with presentations to investors, analysts and others during the current fiscal year of the Company. The presentation is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K ("Current Report"). The information in the presentation is summary information that may only be accurate as of the date hereof and is intended to be considered in the context of the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") filings and other public disclosures, including the risk factors disclosed therein. By filing this Current Report on Form 8-K and furnishing the information contained herein, the Company makes no admission as to materiality of any information in this report that is required solely to be disclosed by reason of Regulation FD. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise the information contained in this Current Report, although it may do so from time to time as its management determines. Any such updates may be made through the filing of other reports or documents with the SEC, through press releases or other public disclosures. The information furnished under Item 7.01 of this Current Report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed to be "filed" for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act"), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Financial Statements and Exhibits (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description 99.1 Presentation materials relating to Jones Soda Co. dated May 30, 2024 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document)
SIGNATURES
SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. JONES SODA CO. (Registrant) May 30, 2024 By: /s/ David Knight David Knight President and Chief Executive Officer