C05112-2024 |
Title of Each Class | Number of Shares of Common Stock Outstanding and Amount of Debt Outstanding | |
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Subject of the Disclosure |
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DigiCo acquires 100% equity interest in Multipay Corporation (“Multipay”). |
Background/Description of the Disclosure |
On August 1, 2024, DigiCo, formally known as Limitless Growth Ventures Inc., acquired 903,000 common shares of Multipay from Multisys Technologies Corporation (“Multisys”). The Board of Directors of DigiCo approved the acquisition on July 19, 2024. |
Date of Approval by Board of Directors |
Jul 19, 2024 |
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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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DigiCo’s acquisition of Multipay will enable DigiCo to leverage its expertise and resources to support Multipay’s growth trajectory while exploring and unlocking synergies in the companies led by Mr. Manuel V. Pangilinan such as PLDT Inc. (“PLDT”), Manila Electric Company (“Meralco”), and Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (“MPIC”). DigiCo is 60%-owned by PLDT, 20%-owned by Meralco, and 20%-owned by MPIC. The acquisition will also allow PLDT to diversify its services, expand its customer base, and create a comprehensive digital ecosystem, enhancing its value proposition and generating new revenue streams. This integration accelerates innovation and technological advancement, providing deeper customer insights, and fostering personalized services. It is a crucial move that significantly propels PLDT towards achieving the goal of transforming from a traditional telecommunications provider to a cutting-edge technology company. |
Date | Aug 1, 2024 |
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Manner |
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Please refer to “Background/Description of the Disclosure”. |
Description of the company to be acquired or sold |
Multipay is a corporation duly organized under Philippine laws and with office address at #14 Mt. Olives St. Multinational Village, Moonwalk, Paranaque City. It is a corporation engaged in providing e-payment solutions. |
Number of shares to be acquired or disposed | 903,000 |
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Percentage to the total outstanding shares of the company subject of the transaction | 100 |
Price per share | Php276.85 |
Nature and amount of consideration given or received |
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The total purchase price is Php250,000,000.00. |
Principle followed in determining the amount of consideration |
The purchase price is based on Multipay’s business valuation using financial projections and future cash flows at 100% of its total issued and outstanding capital stock. |
Terms of payment |
The total purchase price was paid on August 1, 2024. |
Conditions precedent to closing of the transaction, if any |
The closing of the transaction occurred on August 1, 2024 upon the fulfillment of closing conditions that are customary in transactions of a similar nature including, but not limited to, the following: (a) completion of due diligence review; (b) procurement of internal corporate approvals; and (c) execution of definitive agreements. |
Any other salient terms |
None. |
Name | Nature of any material relationship with the Issuer, their directors/ officers, or any of their affiliates | |
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Multisys Corporation | The seller, Multisys, is 46% owned by PLDT through its subsidiary, PLDT Global Investments Holdings Inc. Mr. Manuel V. Pangilinan is the Chairman of DigiCo and Multisys. Mr. Pangilinan is also the Chairman of PLDT. Mr. Alfredo S. Panlilio, a director of Multisys, is also a director of PLDT. |
Effect(s) on the business, financial condition and operations of the Issuer, if any |
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None. |
Other Relevant Information |
None. |
Name | Kristine Mariz De Claro |
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Designation | Associate Attorney |