GCL Announces Subsidiary’s Intention to Exercise Right of Compulsory Acquisition in relation to the Offer for Ban Leong Technologies Limited and Subsequent Delisting

Core Viewpoint - GCL Global Holdings Ltd has successfully acquired approximately 92.92% of Ban Leong Technologies Limited's shares, enabling it to proceed with a compulsory acquisition of the remaining shares and plans to delist Ban Leong from the Singapore Stock Exchange [2][4][3]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - As of June 12, 2025, GCL's indirect subsidiary, Epicsoft Asia Pte. Ltd., owns 100,167,499 shares of Ban Leong, representing about 92.92% of the total issued shares [1][3]. - The Offeror has received acceptances exceeding 90% of the total issued shares, excluding treasury shares [2]. Group 2: Future Plans and Synergies - The acquisition is expected to create synergies through economies of scale and improved operational efficiencies, leading to new revenue streams and enhanced brand positioning within an integrated gaming ecosystem [5]. - GCL plans to align with Ban Leong's marketing and procurement strategies in consumer electronics and gaming hardware, exploring B2C sales opportunities and evaluating the introduction of branded gaming devices pre-installed with GCL titles [6].