Argo Blockchain Plc Stock Price, News & Analysis

Argo Blockchain plc (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK), a global leader in cryptocurrency mining, has announced that its Q2 2024 results will be released on August 28, 2024. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results at 10:00 ET / 15:00 BST on the same day. The call will be accessible via the Investor Meet Company platform, allowing existing and potential shareholders to participate and submit questions before or during the presentation.

Investors can register for the event through the provided link. Those already following Argo Blockchain on the platform will receive automatic invitations. This announcement demonstrates Argo's commitment to transparency and shareholder engagement, providing an opportunity for investors to gain insights into the company's performance and future outlook.

Argo Blockchain plc, a global cryptocurrency mining leader (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK), has applied for a block listing of 31,406,429 ordinary shares with the Financial Conduct Authority and London Stock Exchange. This is related to a warrant granted to an investor from the company's July 30, 2024 fundraising. The Block Listing Shares are expected to be admitted to trading on August 16, 2024. These shares represent the remaining balance of Argo's exemption from issuing a prospectus under Prospectus Regulation Rules. The company plans to apply for an additional block listing of 26,393,571 ordinary shares in January 2025. When issued, the new shares will have equal ranking with existing ordinary shares.

Argo Blockchain plc (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) has fully repaid its $35 million loan from Galaxy Digital Holdings, (GLXY) ahead of schedule. The loan, originally extended on December 28, 2022, was repaid over four months early and nearly 18 months ahead of the original repayment schedule. Repayments began in May 2023, with the loan balance at June 30, 2024, standing at approximately $5.7 million.

The company repaid $11.5 million in 2023 and the remaining $23.5 million in 2024. Interest expense on the Galaxy debt was $4.6 million in 2023 and $1.4 million through August 9, 2024. CEO Thomas Chippas stated that this early repayment demonstrates Argo's financial discipline and commitment to optimizing its capital structure for long-term shareholder value.

Argo Blockchain plc, a global cryptocurrency mining leader (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK), has released its operational update for July 2024. The company mined 48 Bitcoin or Bitcoin Equivalents (BTC), maintaining a consistent rate of 1.5 BTC per day from June 2024. Mining revenue for July reached $3.0 million, slightly up from June's $2.9 million. However, the mining margin decreased to the mid 20% range due to a lower hash price in July compared to June. As of July 31, 2024, Argo Blockchain held 11 BTC equivalent. This update contains inside information and reflects the company's ongoing performance in the cryptocurrency mining sector.

Argo Blockchain PLC (ARBK) has announced a significant change in its major holdings. Armistice Capital , based in New York, USA, has acquired a 9.067306% stake in the company, representing 57,700,000 voting rights. This threshold was crossed on July 31, 2024, and the issuer was notified on August 1, 2024. Additionally, Armistice Capital holds 57,800,000 warrant shares with the right to subscribe to an equal number of unissued shares, subject to a 4.99% blocker. The notification was made in compliance with the TR-1 standard form for major holdings disclosure, as required by the UK Financial Conduct Authority.

Argo Blockchain plc (LSE:ARB)(NASDAQ:ARBK) has announced a private placement of ordinary shares and warrants with an institutional investor, raising gross proceeds of approximately £6.5 million. The company will issue 57,800,000 ordinary shares at £0.1125 per share, along with warrants to purchase an additional 57,800,000 shares at the same price, exercisable over five years. The issuance price represents a premium to recent volume-weighted average prices and a 10% discount to the closing price on July 29, 2024.

The net proceeds will be used for working capital, general corporate purposes, and debt repayment. H.C. Wainwright & Co. is acting as the exclusive placement agent. The placement shares are expected to be admitted to trading on the London Stock Exchange on or about July 31, 2024, bringing the total number of ordinary shares in issue to 636,352,148.

Argo Blockchain issued its operational update for June 2024, announcing that it mined 44 Bitcoin or Bitcoin Equivalents, equating to 1.5 BTC per day. This production rate remains consistent with May 2024. Mining revenue for June 2024 also matched May's, totaling $2.9 million. The company's mining margins stood at approximately 30% for the month, and it held 11 BTC equivalents as of June 30, 2024.

Argo Blockchain, a global leader in cryptocurrency mining predominantly using renewable energy, has announced an extension of its loan agreement with Galaxy Digital Holdings through December 28, 2024. As of June 30, 2024, the loan balance stands at $5.7 million, significantly reduced from the original $35 million advanced in December 2022. The repayment is expected to lower Argo's monthly interest expenses from $440,000 in July 2023 to $78,000 by July 2024.

Argo Blockchain, a leading cryptocurrency mining company, announced the results of its annual general meeting held on June 6, 2024. Several resolutions were voted on, with resolutions 1, 4, 5, 6, and 7 passed as ordinary resolutions and resolutions 9, 10, and 12 passed as special resolutions. However, resolutions 2, 3, 8, and 11 did not achieve the necessary majority. Key resolutions included the re-appointment of Thomas Chippas as a director and PKF Littlejohn as auditors. Notably, the Directors' Remuneration Report and Policy faced significant opposition, with only 29.62% and 24.59% approval respectively. The company will reflect on the adverse votes and update the market accordingly.