Haydale, (AIM: HAYD), the global advanced materials group, notes speculation regarding the prospect of an imminent equity placing. The Company confirms that it is currently conducting market soundings with potential institutional investors and that any such equity placing is expected to be carried out at a material discount to yesterday’s closing price. In line with the Company’s previous practice, it is anticipated that a pre-emptive offer would also be made to existing shareholders.
Discussions with potential investors remain ongoing and a detailed announcement will be made in due course.
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