Market's view on Vpc Specialty
Published on April 2024
- B shares will be issued at a ratio of 4.26159039 per ordinary share with redemption on 25 April 2024 at 1 penny each, and the cash proceeds will be credited around 10 May 2024.
- Concerns are raised about the reliability of NAV after a 4.3% reduction, suggesting other assets might also be overvalued.
- The merger of Perch/Razor is scrutinized, with skepticism about the real market value despite optimistic portrayal in company reports.
- The extended repayment timeline to 2028 for the Razor transaction is seen as counterproductive for a fund in wind-down.
- There’s speculation whether recent strategic moves are merely delaying inevitable problems rather than stabilizing investments.
- An increase in equity investment and seniority of holdings in troubled exposures is debated as either a necessary risk or a misstep.
- The NAV reduction is linked to a dividend payout, indicating potential discrepancies in financial reporting.
- A significant gap between share price and net asset value prompts doubts about the accuracy of NAV and overall trust in fund management.
- Discussions about whether the ongoing liquidation process will benefit shareholders or lead to minimal returns and extended waiting periods.