GCT Semiconductor Extends Convertible Note Maturity and Issues Warrants to Strategic Investor

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GCT Semiconductor extended the maturity of a convertible note by two years and issued 500,000 out-of-the-money warrants to a strategic investor in exchange for the extension.

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• Convertible Note Maturity Extended

  The maturity date of a convertible promissory note, originally dated February 26, 2024, has been extended by two years to February 26, 2028, providing the company with additional financial runway.

• Warrants Issued to Strategic Investor

  The company issued warrants to a strategic investor, Gogo Business Aviation LLC, to purchase 500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $2.50 per share, in consideration for the note extension.

• Note Conversion Price Set

  The convertible note has a conversion price of $10.00 per share, which is significantly above the current market price, indicating a long-term valuation perspective from the investor.

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GCT Semiconductor Holding, Inc. has secured a two-year extension for a convertible promissory note with a strategic investor, pushing the maturity date to February 26, 2028. This extension provides the company with enhanced financial flexibility and additional runway. In consideration for this agreement, the company issued warrants to the investor to purchase 500,000 shares of common stock at an exercise price of $2.50 per share. While the warrants represent potential future dilution, their exercise price is significantly above the current market price, and the transaction strengthens the relationship with a strategic investor. The convertible note's conversion price of $10.00 per share, also well above the current stock price, suggests a long-term positive outlook from the investor.