Announcement • Nov 22
OmegaX, Inc. completed the acquisition of Pivotal Systems Corporation (ASX:PVS) OmegaX, Inc. entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Pivotal Systems Corporation (ASX:PVS) for AUD 0.08 million on November 10, 2023. Upon close of the transaction, Pivotal will be de-listed from the ASX. Under the Transaction, after the repayment of external debt, redemption of the Pivotal's RBI Preferred Stock and payment of transaction expenses and bonuses, Pivotal shareholders and CDI holders will receive AUD 0.0001 per share/CDI in cash.
The transaction is subject to approval required by the Antitrust Laws and ASX approval. The transaction is not subject to any financing conditions. Pivotal’s Board has approved the transaction. Pivotal shareholders representing approximately 52% of the common stock and 100% of the RBI preferred stock have approved the transaction. The transaction is expected to complete on November 20, 2023. Yuji Sun of King & Wood Mallesons LLP is legal advisor to OmegaX. Martin Nichols of DLA Piper LLP (US) is the legal advisor to Anzu RBI Mezzanine Preferred GP, LLC.
OmegaX, Inc. completed the acquisition of Pivotal Systems Corporation (ASX:PVS) on November 21, 2023. Announcement • Nov 15
OmegaX, Inc. entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Pivotal Systems Corporation (ASX:PVS) for AUD 0.08 million. OmegaX, Inc. entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire Pivotal Systems Corporation (ASX:PVS) for AUD 0.08 million on November 10, 2023. Upon close of the transaction, Pivotal will be de-listed from the ASX. Under the Transaction, after the repayment of external debt, redemption of the Pivotal's RBI Preferred Stock and payment of transaction expenses and bonuses, Pivotal shareholders and CDI holders will receive AUD 0.0001 per share/CDI in cash.
The transaction is subject to approval required by the Antitrust Laws and ASX approval. The transaction is not subject to any financing conditions. Pivotal’s Board has approved the transaction. Pivotal shareholders representing approximately 52% of the common stock and 100% of the RBI preferred stock have approved the transaction. The transaction is expected to complete on November 20, 2023. Yuji Sun of King & Wood Mallesons LLP is legal advisor to OmegaX. Martin Nichols of DLA Piper LLP (US) is the legal advisor to Anzu RBI Mezzanine Preferred GP, LLC. Announcement • Nov 14
Pivotal to Be Delisted from ASX on Completion of the Transaction Pivotal Systems Corporation ("Pivotal" or the "Company") announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement (Merger Agreement) to be acquired by OmegaX, Inc, a California corporation (Transaction). Subject to satisfaction of the remaining conditions, Pivotal will be delisted from ASX on completion of the Transaction. Indicative timetable for the removal of Pivotal from the Official List of ASX is 20 November 2023. Announcement • Oct 18
Pivotal Systems Corporation Resolves Outstanding Claims Pivotal Systems Corporation reached a comprehensive settlement with Flow Devices and Systems Inc. ("FDS") as well as Bhushan Somani and other affiliates resolving all outstanding claims regarding intellectual property among the parties. In the settlement, FDS provided a comprehensive release for Pivotal as well as its customers, distributors, suppliers, and other related parties. Following the settlement, a dismissal with prejudice was filed by both parties dismissing FDS' existing claims against Pivotal in United States District Court for the Northern District of California. FDS and Bhushan Somani agreed that Pivotal Systems is not liable for infringement of the Patent, and each agree that neither they nor any Affiliates (as described in the Settlement Agreement) will ever assert any claim for patent infringement against Pivotal Systems Corporation or any of the Pivotal Systems Releasees (as defined in the Settlement Agreement). In the litigation, Pivotal Systems Corporation was represented by The Norton Law Firm PC and DLA Piper. Flow Devices and Systems was represented by SML Avvocati PC and the Mahesh Law Group. Neither Pivotal nor FDS admitted any wrongdoing in the settlement. Announcement • Sep 29
Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that it has received $0.6 million in funding On September 29, 2023, Pivotal Systems Corporation closed the transaction. The company has received $400,000 in second and final tranche. The company has raised $600,000 in the transaction. Reported Earnings • Sep 03
First half 2023 earnings released: US$0.02 loss per share (vs US$0.067 loss in 1H 2022) First half 2023 results: US$0.02 loss per share (improved from US$0.067 loss in 1H 2022). Revenue: US$2.78m (down 69% from 1H 2022). Net loss: US$6.11m (loss narrowed 39% from 1H 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 61% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 15% growth forecast for the Global Semiconductor industry. Announcement • Sep 02
Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that it has received $0.2 million in funding from Anzu Partners, LLC Pivotal Systems Corporation announced a private placement of $200,000 promissory note on September 1, 2023. The transaction included participation from new lender, Anzu RBI Mezzanine Preferred GP, LLC, managed by returning lender, Anzu Partners, LLC. Announcement • Jun 29
Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 4.870891 million. Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 4.870891 million.
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Transaction Features: Rights Offering Announcement • Jun 13
Pivotal Systems Corporation Appoints Joseph Monkowski to the Board of Directors as an Executive Director Pivotal Systems Corporation announced the appointment of President and Chief Technology Officer, Joseph Monkowski to its Board of Directors as an Executive Director. In addition, the Board is in advanced discussions with an Australian Independent Non-Executive Director candidate to further strengthen the Board. Joseph Monkowski has extensive experience in the semiconductor industry focused on providing process equipment and metrology solutions for next generation device manufacturing. Joe founded Pivotal in 2003 and has led the Company's research and development activities as Chief Technology Officer. Prior to joining Pivotal, Monkowski was the SVP of Business Development for Advanced Energy Industries, where he led the company's M&A strategy to expand its product portfolio and position the company as a market leader in the semiconductor subsystems space. Previously, he held senior executive positions at Pacific Scientific, Photon Dynamics and Lam Research, where he served as EVP and CTO. During his career, Monkowski led efforts todesign and build a number of leading CVD and plasma etch systems, winning the R&D 100 award and multiple Semiconductor International Best Product awards. He has authored numerous patents and publications. Announcement • May 30
Pivotal Systems Corporation Announces Not Seek Re-Election of Jason Korman as Non-Executive Director Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that Mr. Jason Korman, non-executive director has informed the company that he will not seek re-election as a director of the company and will retire as a director at the conclusion of the company's annual general meeting (AGM) on 13 June 2023. Announcement • May 05
Pivotal Systems Corporation, Annual General Meeting, May 25, 2023 Pivotal Systems Corporation, Annual General Meeting, May 25, 2023, at 11:00 AUS Eastern Standard Time. Agenda: To consider ratification of Armanino LLP as auditor for the financial year ended 31 December 2022; to consider re-Election of Jason Korman as a Director; to consider Issue of options to CEO and Director, Kevin Hill; to consider ratification of agreement to issue Broker Options to Foster Stockbroking Pty Limited; and to consider other matters. Board Change • Apr 17
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 4 non-independent directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Peter McGregor was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2018. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Reported Earnings • Apr 06
Full year 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations Full year 2022 results: US$0.094 loss per share (further deteriorated from US$0.059 loss in FY 2021). Revenue: US$18.2m (down 38% from FY 2021). Net loss: US$14.5m (loss widened 100% from FY 2021). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 47%. Earnings per share (EPS) were also behind analyst expectations. Revenue is forecast to grow 40% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 12% growth forecast for the Global Semiconductor industry. Reported Earnings • Mar 04
Full year 2022 earnings released: US$0.094 loss per share (vs US$0.059 loss in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: US$0.094 loss per share (further deteriorated from US$0.059 loss in FY 2021). Revenue: US$18.2m (down 38% from FY 2021). Net loss: US$14.5m (loss widened 100% from FY 2021). Board Change • Nov 16
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 5 non-independent directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Peter McGregor was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2018. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Oct 25
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Q3, 2022 Results on Oct 31, 2022 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2022 results on Oct 31, 2022 Reported Earnings • Sep 01
First half 2022 earnings released: US$0.067 loss per share (vs US$0.012 loss in 1H 2021) First half 2022 results: US$0.067 loss per share (down from US$0.012 loss in 1H 2021). Revenue: US$9.02m (down 34% from 1H 2021). Net loss: US$10.0m (loss widened US$8.63m from 1H 2021). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 65%, compared to a 18% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Australia. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has remained flat but the company’s share price has fallen by 60% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Announcement • Aug 19
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Q2, 2022 Results on Aug 31, 2022 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2022 results on Aug 31, 2022 Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 5 non-independent directors. Independent Non-Executive Director Peter McGregor was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2018. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Announcement • Apr 21
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Q1, 2022 Results on Apr 29, 2022 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2022 results on Apr 29, 2022 Announcement • Apr 07
Pivotal Systems Corporation, Annual General Meeting, May 19, 2022 Pivotal Systems Corporation, Annual General Meeting, May 19, 2022, at 14:00 AUS Eastern Standard Time. Reported Earnings • Apr 02
Full year 2021 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: US$0.038 loss per share (up from US$0.08 loss in FY 2020). Revenue: US$29.2m (up 33% from FY 2020). Net loss: US$4.65m (loss narrowed 49% from FY 2020). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.9%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 33%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 18%, compared to a 25% growth forecast for the industry in Australia. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 103% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 28% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buying Opportunity • Mar 24
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock is down 43%. The fair value is estimated to be US$0.62, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 18% per annum over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 103% per annum over the last 3 years. Announcement • Feb 28
Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 14.8 million. Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 14.8 million.
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Transaction Features: Regulation S; Rights Offering Reported Earnings • Feb 27
Full year 2021 earnings: EPS and revenues exceed analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: US$0.032 loss per share (up from US$0.08 loss in FY 2020). Revenue: US$29.2m (up 33% from FY 2020). Net loss: US$3.91m (loss narrowed 57% from FY 2020). Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.9%. Earnings per share (EPS) also surpassed analyst estimates by 33%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 18%, compared to a 26% growth forecast for the industry in Australia. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 104% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 30% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Breakeven Date Change • Feb 13
Forecast breakeven date moved forward to 2022 The analyst covering Pivotal Systems previously expected the company to break even in 2023. New forecast suggests losses will reduce by 59% to 2021. The company is expected to make a profit of US$800.0k in 2022. Average annual earnings growth of 110% is required to achieve expected profit on schedule. Reported Earnings • Aug 30
First half 2021 earnings released: US$0.012 loss per share (vs US$0.044 loss in 1H 2020) The company reported a solid first half result with reduced losses, improved revenues and improved control over expenses. First half 2021 results: Revenue: US$13.6m (up 35% from 1H 2020). Net loss: US$1.41m (loss narrowed 72% from 1H 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 136% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 26% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Reported Earnings • Mar 02
Full year 2020 earnings released: US$0.08 loss per share (vs US$0.09 loss in FY 2019) The company reported a solid full year result with reduced losses, improved revenues and improved control over expenses. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: US$22.1m (up 44% from FY 2019). Net loss: US$9.11m (loss narrowed 8.5% from FY 2019). Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Mar 02
Earnings beat expectations, revenue disappoints Revenue missed analyst estimates by 2.2%. Earnings per share (EPS) exceeded analyst estimates by 29%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 30%, compared to a 21% growth forecast for the Semiconductor industry in Australia. Announcement • Feb 18
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Fiscal Year 2020 Results on Feb 26, 2021 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report fiscal year 2020 results on Feb 26, 2021 Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 15
New 90-day high: AU$1.15 The company is up 19% from its price of AU$0.97 on 17 November 2020. The Australian market is up 7.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. However, it underperformed the Semiconductor industry, which is up 45% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is AU$0.73 per share. Announcement • Jan 19
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Q4, 2020 Results on Jan 29, 2021 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report Q4, 2020 results on Jan 29, 2021 Announcement • Dec 23
Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 5.267316 million. Pivotal Systems Corporation has completed a Follow-on Equity Offering in the amount of AUD 5.267316 million.
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Transaction Features: Subsequent Direct Listing Is New 90 Day High Low • Oct 26
New 90-day low: AU$0.80 The company is down 35% from its price of AU$1.23 on 27 July 2020. The Australian market is up 4.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Semiconductor industry, which is up 9.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is AU$19.87 per share. Major Estimate Revision • Oct 20
Analysts lower revenue estimates to US$23.6m The 2020 consensus revenue estimate decreased from US$27.1m. Earnings per share (EPS) also decreased, with analysts lowering their estimates from -US$0.038 to -US$0.057 for the same period. The Semiconductor industry in Australia is expected to see an average net income growth of 33% next year. The consensus price target was lowered from AU$1.15 to AU$1.07. Share price is down by 8.0% to AU$0.86 over the past week. Is New 90 Day High Low • Oct 08
New 90-day low: AU$0.94 The company is down 25% from its price of AU$1.26 on 10 July 2020. The Australian market is up 3.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Semiconductor industry, which is up 12% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is AU$19.87 per share. Announcement • Aug 24
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report First Half, 2020 Final Results on Aug 28, 2020 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report first half, 2020 final results on Aug 28, 2020 Announcement • Jul 23
Pivotal Systems Corporation to Report Q2, 2020 Results on Jul 31, 2020 Pivotal Systems Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2020 results at 9:34 PM, GMT Standard Time on Jul 31, 2020