RE: Mixed feelings1 Oct 2019 11:39
Things to fill me with optimism
1. The government approved the project. There is no way they would have approved it if SXX had not given assurances over funding. Or at least, there is no way they would have given SXX the go ahead to start drilling a hole in the Moors without funding. Its like me saying I have this amazing project but I am going to have impact the British country side and I have no idea or assurances how I am going to fund. But I'll start drilling and see if funding comes in.
2. The IIs are still here. Ok, citi group are reducing their holding. But that seems normal to me. Wouldn't you if you managed an investment fund - free up resources and then invest them elsewhere. And other IIs are still here.
3. The II interest is significant and valid. If you were one of the IIs you would be helping SXX get this funding over the line.
4. You cant just drill and leave a hole in the Moors
Reasons for pessimism
1. Share price doesn't lie
2. Little talk coming out of the company. Silence is deafening.
3. The rate on the bonds was very favourable and no one took them up.