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ListenToTheTrees

03/29/25 2:42 PM

#139436 RE: TenKay #139434

This take on the note is overly alarmist and misrepresents the understanding of terms. A 10% OID and a one-time 10% interest aren’t unusual, this just means the lender is getting compensated upfront, which is common in structured financing. The 30% discount to market sounds steep, but these types of convertible notes always come with a discount because investors take on risk without guarantees. As for the “floorless” conversion, yeah, it can be problematic if mismanaged, but it’s not inherently toxic, it depends on volume, liquidity, and how the company handles conversions. A 15% prepayment penalty is also standard, it prevents borrowers from just flipping the debt for a better deal immediately. And let’s be real, raising capital before a payment deadline isn’t proof of default, it’s just smart cash flow management. Companies do this all the time to keep liquidity strong. Calling it “toxic” ignores the fact that these instruments exist for a reason, and their impact depends entirely on how they’re structured and executed. Its also hilarious how you end your rant ends with "its appearance" and "we shall see" to CYA.