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Genesis Energy Raises Capital via Share Placement, Crown Stake Set at 51%

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  • Genesis Energy issued 46.5 million new shares at NZ$2.15, boosting its capital base.
  • The New Zealand Crown lifted its holding to 51%, while allocations favoured supportive investors.
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Genesis Energy Raises Capital via Share Placement, Crown Stake Set at 51%

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Genesis Energy Limited ( (DE:1G6) ) has shared an update.

Genesis Energy Limited, the NZX-listed electricity and gas utility, has strengthened its capital base with a new equity issue while maintaining majority government ownership. The company continues to focus on a broad mix of institutional and retail investors to support a stable and engaged share register.

Genesis has issued 46,511,627 new ordinary shares at NZ$2.15 each, raising cash and increasing its total shares on issue to 1,156,063,464, excluding treasury stock. The placement, conducted under NZX Listing Rule 4.5.1, ensured the Crown’s shareholding was set at 51.00% and allocated stock to selected existing shareholders and institutional investors, with decisions guided by pro rata considerations, long-term support, and advice from lead manager Jarden.

More about Genesis Energy Limited

Genesis Energy Limited is a New Zealand-based electricity and gas retailer and generator, listed on the NZX under ticker GNE. The company operates a portfolio of generation assets and serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers, with the New Zealand government (the Crown) as its controlling shareholder.

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