C00811-2018 |
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Subject of the Disclosure |
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Acquisition of shares of National Teachers College (“NTC”) |
Background/Description of the Disclosure |
On February 7, 2018, AC Education, Inc. (“AEI”), the wholly-owned education arm of Ayala Corporation (“AC”), and shareholders of NTC executed a Share Purchase Agreement for the acquisition of shares in NTC. |
Date of Approval by Board of Directors |
Jan 24, 2018 |
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Rationale for the transaction including the benefits which are expected to be accrued to the Issuer as a result of the transaction |
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The addition of NTC in AEI’s portfolio will create a strong combination that will enable better offerings for more students across the nation. AEI is excited to add NTC to its portfolio because of NTC’s long track record of commitment to excellence in teaching, as well as its emphasis on both growth and inclusion. AEI has also been impressed by the dedication of the NTC leaders, and NTC's successful recent entry into growth areas such as Accountancy & Business, Information Technology and Senior High School. AEI believes that it can help NTC to achieve even greater heights by building on its strengths and contributing many synergies. |
Date | Feb 7, 2018 |
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Manner |
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Purchase of secondary shares of the company |
Description of the company to be acquired or sold |
NTC is located on Nepomuceno Street, Quiapo, Manila and was founded in 1928, as the first school in the country to offer General Education leading to a Bachelor of Science in Education. It has a long track record of commitment to excellence in teaching, growth and inclusion, with almost 10,000 students from Basic to Higher education. It is one of the most well-recognized teacher education institutions in the country, with Level III Accreditation from PACUCOA for its Bachelor programs in Elementary and Secondary Education, and over 3,500 Education students in both college and graduate programs. NTC has also established growing Colleges of Accountancy & Business, Arts & Science, Hospitality Management and Information Technology, and a School of Advanced Studies. |
Number of shares to be acquired or disposed | 33,348 |
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Percentage to the total outstanding shares of the company subject of the transaction | 96.53 |
Price per share | Total amt <10% of AC's total shareholders' equity |
Nature and amount of consideration given or received |
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The amount is not material as it is less than 10% of AC’s total shareholders' equity. |
Principle followed in determining the amount of consideration |
Standard valuation methodologies such as the use of comparable company multiples and discounted cash flows. |
Terms of payment |
Subject to conditions precedent |
Conditions precedent to closing of the transaction, if any |
1. Regulatory approvals |
Any other salient terms |
None |
Effect(s) on the business, financial condition and operations of the Issuer, if any |
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The addition of NTC in AEI’s portfolio will create a strong combination that will enable better offerings for more students across the nation. |
Other Relevant Information |
This disclosure reflects the execution of the Share Purchase Agreement disclosed on February 8, 2018. |
Name | Celeste Jovenir |
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Designation | Investor Relations Head |