Globenewswireยท2025-07-28 12:00Core Viewpoint - 180 Degree Capital expresses optimism regarding its proposed business combination with Mount Logan Capital Inc. and highlights positive developments from its portfolio company, Synchronoss Technologies, Inc. [1][2] Financial Performance - Synchronoss Technologies received $30.2 million of its $33.9 million tax refund, expecting the remaining $3.7 million before Labor Day 2025 [1] - 75% of the tax refund proceeds, approximately $25.4 million, will be used to pay down part of a $200 million term loan, resulting in annual interest savings of about $2.9 million [1] - After the loan payment, Synchronoss will have total debt of $173.4 million, cash of approximately $30 million, and net debt of approximately $143 million [1] - Synchronoss has reduced its total debt by over $100 million in the last four years [1] Shareholder Value - 180 Degree Capital's net asset value per share (NAV) is estimated to be approximately $5.10, with a year-to-date growth of about 10% in NAV, significantly outperforming the Russell Microcap Index's total return of 4.8% [2] - The company owns approximately 890,000 shares of Synchronoss, and the positive developments are expected to enhance the value of 180 Degree Capital's holdings [1][2] Business Combination - The proposed all-stock merger with Mount Logan Capital is anticipated to close soon, with 180 Degree Capital's shareholders expected to own more than 40% of the combined company [2] - The management team of Synchronoss, particularly the CFO, is commended for strengthening the company's balance sheet and reducing interest payments, which benefits common stockholders [2]