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BYJU'S rights issue secures $300 million commitment amid financial turmoil

BYJU'S has secured a significant commitment of $300 million for its rights issue despite facing a substantial reduction in valuation. Concerns raised by investors regarding governance issues have led to calls for an Extraordinary General Meeting 

 BYJU'S rights issue secures $300 million commitment amid financial turmoil

BYJU'S, the prominent Edtech entity operated under the banner of Think and Learn, has secured a substantial commitment $300 million from investors for its ongoing rights issue, sources familiar with the matter revealed to PTI.

This commitment comes as part of BYJU'S initiative launched in January to raise $200 million through an equity rights issue, valuing the enterprise in the range of $220-250 million. This valuation marks a significant reduction from its peak valuation of $22 billion.

In response to concerns raised by investors, BYJU'S has offered to appoint two independent directors to bolster transparency within the organization. However, this proposal is contingent upon the closure of the rights issue and the declaration of financial results for the fiscal year 2023.

A source close to the matter disclosed to PTI that BYJU'S has garnered a total commitment of approximately $300 million for the rights issue thus far. While some investors have suggested expanding the size of the rights issue, the company's immediate focus remains on successfully concluding the existing offering.

Negotiations are also underway with disgruntled investors regarding their participation in the rights issue. BYJU'S is actively engaging with these investors, emphasizing the potential consequences of non-participation, which could lead to a significant reduction in their shareholding.

The company aims to achieve full compliance with regulatory norms by closing its financial results for the fiscal year 2023 within this quarter. Subsequently, BYJU'S intends to proceed with the appointment of two independent directors, a proposition currently being discussed with concerned investors.

The call for an Extraordinary General Meeting on February 23, backed by a consortium of BYJU'S shareholders including General Atlantic, Peak XV, and others, underscores the urgency to address governance, financial management, and compliance issues within the organization.

Investors advocating for the EGM anticipate further support from stakeholders and plan to pursue recourse through the National Company Law Tribunal for the reconstitution of BYJU'S board. Amidst these developments, the spotlight remains on BYJU'S as it navigates through these pivotal discussions to secure its future trajectory in the dynamic landscape of Edtech.

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