M&A
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DZS INC.: M&A transaction — DZS completes NetComm acquisition for $7M, secures $15M loan from EdgeCo with 13% interest
DZS INC.
- Acquired NetComm Wireless (Australia) for $7M purchase price; adds DPU, WiFi, FWA, IIoT products.
- EdgeCo provided $15M term loan at 13% fixed rate, due May 31, 2027; secured by assets.
- Issued warrant to EdgeCo for 6.1M shares at $0.9095/share (85% of April 18 closing price).
- Loan proceeds used for acquisition purchase price and NetComm operating capital.
- Combined company targets U.S., EMEA, and ANZ broadband markets; government stimulus poised to help.