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Vireo Growth to acquire ~86% of Schwazze's senior secured notes for $62M in stock
Vireo Growth Inc.
- Acquiring ~86% of Schwazze's 13% Senior Secured Convertible Notes due Dec 2026 for ~$62M in subordinate voting shares.
- Notes have aggregate value of ~$91M (principal+accrued interest); consideration implies a discount.
- Shares issued at deemed price of $0.54 per VREO share; expected close by Oct 31, subject to CSE approval.
- Schwazze is currently in default on payment obligations under the Notes.
- CEO John Mazarakis is a partner of Chicago Atlantic Group, affiliate of collateral agent.