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Knew nothing about the takeover bought it December 2021
35% profit approx .
Ideagen reports year of growth ahead of its likely takeover
Thu, 12th May 2022 12:12
(Sharecast News) - Compliance software company Ideagen reported a "year of continued organic growth" in a trading update on Thursday, augmented by strategic acquisitions.
The AIM-traded firm said the "growing need" for assurance, compliance, and collaboration services across the sectors it serves, such as healthcare and financial services, was underpinning that growth.
For the year ended 30 April, the company said it was expecting total revenue growth of 41% to £92.2m, and adjusted EBITDA up 33% to £30.5m.
The firm reported "strong growth" in its high-quality recurring revenues, with annual recurring revenue recognised during the financial year expected to be £78.9m, up from £54.2m year-on-year, and representing 86% of total revenues, up from 83%.
Its annual recurring revenue book of contracted revenue to be recognised over the coming 12 months, meanwhile, increased 48% during the financial year to £96.3m.
The board put that down to "strong" organic growth of about 14%, in addition to acquisitions.
Cash generated from operations during the year was expected to be more than 100% of adjusted EBITDA, resulting in a net bank debt balance as at 30 April of £2.1m, with a total revolving credit facility of £100m.
The group said it was focussed on organic growth, as well as the "seamless integration" of newly-acquired businesses.
Ideagen said it was confident in the company's outlook based on the sector's structural drivers, as well as the continued execution of its stated strategy.
On 9 May, Ideagen's board reached agreement on the terms of a recommended cash acquisition by Hg.
Ideagen's directors intended to recommend unanimously that shareholders vote in favour of the acquisition at the upcoming shareholder meetings, with completion expected in July.
The board said it remained in discussions with Astorg, which was granted access to due diligence given the prospect of a competing offer being made.
"I am pleased to report another strong year for Ideagen, delivering strong organic growth and customer momentum," said chief executive officer Ben Dorks.
"We have completed seven acquisitions that significantly extend our leadership in compliance software for regulated industries and expect to derive synergy opportunities once integrated."
Dorks said the firm's primary focus was on growing its recurring revenues and expanding its customer base.
"The offer received from Hg reflects the quality, track record and future growth potential of Ideagen.
"Given the momentum in the group, we remain confident about the year ahead."
Ideagen said it would announce its preliminary results for the year ended 30 April on 5 July.
At 1153 BST, shares in Ideagen were up 0.2
Thank you
I contacted my broker he checked & then advised me 21st July 22 was the cash settlement date.
"The last day and time of dealings in, and for registration of transfers of, and disablement in CREST of, Ideagen Shares, will be 6 July 2022 at 6.00 p.m. The admission to trading of Ideagen Shares on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market will be suspended at 7.30 a.m. (London time) on 7 July 2022. It is expected that, subject to the Scheme becoming Effective, the cancellation of trading of the Ideagen Shares on AIM will take place at 7.00 a.m. on 8 July 2022. By 7.00 a.m. on the business day following the Effective Date, share certificates in respect of Ideagen Shares will cease to be valid and entitlements to Ideagen Shares held within the CREST system will be cancelled."
If the shares are cancelled 8th July, is that when we get our money?
*.....should have been
No big sells,lol
Something must be brewing up as the Friday afternoon trades show heavy buying such as :
£355k for 100.000 shares
£355k for 2x50.000 shares
£887k for 250.000 shares
£350k for 2x50.000 shares
£142k for 40.000 shares
£179k for 50.000 shares
£1 m 68k for 2x150.000 shares
£2m for 500.000 shares
Total5 million buys and no bog sells.
Hmmmm
Thanks. HOPING for £4 !
I believe that they have until 20th May (someone correct me if i got this date wrong) to confirm their offer, if it is indeed coming.
I think per an RNS on Monday Ideagen had handed over the paperwork to allow the other potential suitor to do their due diligence.
It is possible that they could put a better bid on the table, or walk away leaving the current 3.50 offer on the table
Does not seem to be any sign of another bidder... or am I wrong!?
Minimum you can get is 350p by July. Probably a good bet to take tbh
PS. Thanks in advance!
Right peoples, please help me, I'm an innocent in these things.
Why should I not sell up today, at 350-354p, according to the share trades tab? Cash in hand would be very helpful in today's market. Especially today's.
Why do I see a vast majority of buys (supposed) in the share trades - up to 1 million shares? What are they hoping to gain?
If they are buying for a bidding war just how much is the realistic gain they could make? I know that's only a guestimate, but if you are experienced in these things you can indicate what is totally unrealistic, which I can't.
As far as I can see much as I don't like it it's definitely going to go so why should I hang on???
Well done all, told you it would come good
Agreed Maddox. It’s the kind of share you know you don’t need to worry about. I’d much rather it wasn’t sold, so this is too cheap in my books.
first time i bought IDEA was ten years ago at 20p ,i wish i have kept it ,
Yep IDEA takeover looks inevitable but I'll be sorry to see them go. I first bought in at 32p so a ten bagger for me. Their consistency of performance has been remarkable - particularly excellent takeover execution. The management team, Ben and Emma are very impressive and David Hornsby previously. Their shareholder engagement with individual shareholders has been exemplary. I wish I had ten more IDEA's in my portfolio.
I know you're not supposed to fall in love with your shares - but there are exceptions.
Regards, Maddox
So there is an agreed cash offer at 350p per share (BidCo) and another prospective bidder (Astorg) still in play. Is that right? Looks good for shareholders.
Result
Was a bit concerned when another bidder dropped out
Better than I called a couple of weeks ago - so I am happy....
Question now is will a higher offer come in from the second interested party?
I said that current SP was ridiculous…
350p!!
Thanks guys - useful research.
Hg definitely fit the bill as they target European software and business services companies. Currently raising capital
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.penews.com/amp/articles/hgcapital-targets-14-75bn-for-buyout-funds-20220113