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Conviviality considering equity fundraise

The beverage retailer and distributor could be forced to tap investors for more funds to recapitalise its business
March 16, 2018

Conviviality's (CVR) shares are still suspended following a dramatic two weeks for the company. A shock profit warning, an unearthed £30m tax bill and the subsequent cancellation of its half-year dividend has forced bosses to consider a possible equity fundraise to recapitalise the business.

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This strategy has been mooted by the group’s advisors and brokers, despite “constructive discussions” with lenders. Accounting group PwC continues to work on its review of the business, while customers and suppliers are said to have remained “supportive” of the group during this difficult period.