EPSIUM ENTERPRISE LIMITED Announces Closing of US$5.0 Million Initial Public Offering

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EPSIUM ENTERPRISE (Nasdaq: EPSM) has successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) of 1,250,000 ordinary shares at $4.00 per share, raising gross proceeds of $5.0 million. The company's shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on March 26, 2025, under the ticker 'EPSM'.

The Macau-based alcoholic beverages importer and wholesaler plans to allocate the net proceeds as follows:

• 60% for acquisitions and investments in complementary assets
• 20% for general corporate purposes
• 10% for sales, product innovation, and brand building
• 10% as reserve subject to board discretion

The underwriters have a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 187,500 ordinary shares. D. Boral Capital served as the sole underwriter for this firm commitment offering.

Positive

• Successfully raised $5.0 million through IPO
• Achieved Nasdaq Capital Market listing
• 60% of proceeds allocated for strategic acquisitions and investments
• Additional capital available through 187,500 share underwriter option

Negative

• Potential dilution from 187,500 additional shares if underwriter option exercised

Insights

Financial Analyst

EPSIUM's US$5 million IPO represents a pivotal financial milestone for this Macau-based alcoholic beverage importer. At $4.00 per share, the company has established an initial public valuation while securing capital for strategic growth initiatives.

The capital allocation strategy reveals clear strategic priorities, with 60% earmarked for acquisitions and investments in complementary businesses. This suggests management is pursuing an inorganic growth approach rather than focusing solely on organic expansion. The 10% allocation toward product innovation and brand building appears relatively modest, indicating acquisitions will be the primary growth driver.

The successful listing on Nasdaq provides EPSIUM with several advantages: improved access to capital markets for potential future fundraising, enhanced corporate visibility, and increased credibility with business partners. However, as a newly public entity, EPSIUM now faces the regulatory requirements and quarterly performance pressures that come with public company status.

The underwriters' 45-day option to purchase up to 187,500 additional shares (approximately 15% of the initial offering) could provide additional capital if exercised, potentially bringing total proceeds to $5.75 million. For a company focused on the relatively confined Macau market, this capital infusion should provide significant operational flexibility and expansion capabilities.

Consumer Goods Industry Expert

This IPO strengthens EPSIUM's position in Macau's competitive alcoholic beverage wholesale market. The capital infusion will enable the company to potentially expand its product portfolio and distribution capabilities in a market known for its high-end hospitality and tourism sectors.

The 60% allocation toward acquisitions is particularly significant for the alcoholic beverage industry, where brand portfolios and distribution rights are critical competitive advantages. This suggests EPSIUM may be targeting acquisition of additional premium brand distribution rights or complementary distribution networks to enhance its market position.

The 10% dedicated to product innovation and brand building indicates EPSIUM recognizes the importance of differentiation in the premium beverage market. In Macau's high-end hospitality environment, portfolio strength and exclusive distributions can create significant competitive advantages.

For alcoholic beverage wholesalers, access to public capital markets is relatively uncommon, particularly for companies focusing on specific regional markets like Macau. This public listing potentially gives EPSIUM advantages over privately-held competitors in terms of capital flexibility and business development opportunities, while providing investors rare access to Macau's distinctive luxury goods and hospitality market.

MACAU, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EPSIUM ENTERPRISE LIMITED (Nasdaq: EPSM) (the "Company" or "EPSIUM"), a company engaged in importing and wholesaling primarily alcoholic beverages in Macau, today announced the closing of its initial public offering (the "Offering") of 1,250,000 ordinary shares at a public offering price of US$4.00 per ordinary share. The ordinary shares began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on March 26, 2025 under the ticker symbol "EPSM."

The Company received aggregate gross proceeds of US$5.0 million from the Offering, before deducting underwriting discounts and other related expenses payable by the Company. In addition, the Company has granted the underwriters a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 187,500 ordinary shares at the public offering price, less underwriting discounts.

Net proceeds from the Offering will be used for (i) approximately 10% of the net proceeds for sales and product innovation and brand building, (ii) approximately 60% of the net proceeds for the acquisition of, or investment in, assets, technologies, solutions, or businesses that complement our business, (iii) approximately 20% of the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, and (iv) approximately 10% of the net proceeds for reserve and subject to the discretion of the board of directors.

The Offering was conducted on a firm commitment basis. D. Boral Capital LLC acted as the sole underwriter for the Offering. iTKG Law LLC acted as U.S. securities counsel to the Company, and Schlueter & Associates, P.C. acted as U.S. counsel to the underwriter in connection with the Offering.

A registration statement on Form F-1 relating to the Offering was filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") (File Number: 333-276313) and was declared effective by the SEC on March 25, 2025. The Offering is being made only by means of a prospectus, forming a part of the registration statement. Copies of the prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained from D. Boral Capital LLC, Attn: 590 Madison Avenue 39th Floor, New York, NY 10022, or by email at info@dboralcapital.com, or by telephone at +1(212)-970-5150. In addition, copies of the prospectus relating to the Offering may be obtained via the SEC's website at www.sec.gov.

This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, any of the Company's securities, nor shall such securities be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation or sale of any of the Company's securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.

About EPSIUM ENTERPRISE LIMITED

Through its Macau operating entity, Companhia de Comercio Luz Limitada ("Luz"), a limited liability company organized under Macau laws in 2010, EPSIUM is engaged in importing and wholesaling primarily alcoholic beverages in Macau. Through Luz, the Company imports and sells a broad range of premium beverages, primarily alcoholic beverages and, in 2022, a small quantity of tea and fruit juice. The alcoholic beverages the Company sells include Chinese liquor, French cognac, Scottish whiskey, fine wine, Champagne, and other miscellaneous beverage alcohol. Sales of Chinese liquor is by far the Company's most significant operations, and the Company is a top wholesaler of high-end Chinese liquor in Macau. For more information, please visit the Company's website: www.epsium-group.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the Company's proposed Offering. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs, including the expectation that the Offering will be successfully completed. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as "approximates," "believes," "hopes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "plans," "will," "would," "should," "could," "may" or other similar expressions in this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the Registration Statement filed with the SEC. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company's registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

EPSIUM ENTERPRISE LIMITED

Investor Relations Department

Email: investor.relations@epsium-group.com

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SOURCE Epsium Enterprise Limited

FAQ

How much did EPSM raise in its IPO and at what price per share?

EPSM raised $5.0 million in its IPO by offering 1,250,000 ordinary shares at $4.00 per share.

When did EPSM stock begin trading on Nasdaq?

EPSM began trading on the Nasdaq Capital Market on March 26, 2025.

How will EPSM use the proceeds from its IPO?

EPSM will use 60% for acquisitions, 20% for corporate purposes, 10% for sales and brand building, and 10% as reserve.

What is the size of EPSM's additional share purchase option for underwriters?

Underwriters have a 45-day option to purchase up to 187,500 additional ordinary shares at the public offering price.