Exro Provides Update on Convertible Debenture Interest Payments

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Exro Technologies (EXROF) announced the settlement of interest payments on its C$15 million senior secured convertible debentures through the issuance of common shares. The company will issue 12,814,284 common shares at C$0.07 per share to settle C$897,000 in interest payments due on June 23, 2025. The debentures, issued on December 30, 2022, carry a 12% annual interest rate payable semi-annually. The share price for the interest payment was calculated based on the 5-day volume weighted average trading price. The transaction requires approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange.

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• Company opts to pay interest in shares rather than cash, potentially indicating cash flow constraints
• Significant shareholder dilution with 12.8M new shares being issued
• Low share price of C$0.07 indicates challenging market conditions

CALGARY, AB, June 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - Exro Technologies Inc. (TSX: EXRO) ("Exro" or the "Company"), a leading clean technology company specializing in power control solutions for electric vehicles and energy storage, today provided an update on the settlement of certain interest payments through the issuance of common shares.

As of June 23, 2025, pursuant to the terms of the C$15,000,000 senior secured convertible debentures of the Company issued on December 30, 2022 (the "Debentures"), bearing interest at 12% per annum, payable semi-annually in arrears beginning on June 30, 2023 (the "Due Date"), the Company has 14,950 debenture units outstanding, and an aggregate amount of interest owing on the Debentures payable of C$897,000 (the "Interest"). The Company has elected to issue 12,814,284 common shares in the capital of the Company ("Common Shares") at a deemed price of C$0.07 to the debenture holders as payment for the interest. Pursuant to the Debentures, the deemed issue price per Common Share is calculated based on the volume weighted average trading price of the Common Shares for the five trading days immediately prior to June 23, 2025.

The issuance of the Common Shares as payment for interest owing on the Debentures is subject to the terms and conditions of the Debentures as well as the receipt of all requisite approvals, including, without limitation, the approval of the Toronto Stock Exchange.

ABOUT EXRO TECHNOLOGIES INC.

Exro Technologies Inc., now expanded through the acquisition of SEA Electric, is a leading clean technology company that has developed new-generation power control electronics. Its innovative suite of solutions, including Coil Driver™, Cell Driver™, and SEA-Drive®, expand the capabilities of electric motors and batteries and offer OEMs a comprehensive e-propulsion solution with unmatched performance and efficiency. Exro is reshaping global energy consumption, accelerating adoption towards a circular electrified economy by delivering more with less – minimum energy for maximum results. 

For more information visit our website at www.exro.com.
To view our Corporate Presentation visit us at www.exro.com/investors
Visit us on social media @exrotech.

CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS

This news release contains forward-looking statements and forward-looking information (together, "forward-looking statements") within the meaning of applicable securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, are forward-looking statements. Generally, forward-looking statements can be identified using terminology such as "plans", "expects", "estimates", "intends", "anticipates", "believes" or variations of such words, or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "would", "might", "will be taken", "occur" or "be achieved". Forward looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors disclosed under the heading "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in the Company's filings with Canadian securities regulators, that could cause actual results, performance, prospects, and opportunities to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Although the Company believes that the assumptions and factors used in preparing these forward-looking statements are reasonable based upon the information currently available to management as of the date hereof, actual results and developments may differ materially from those contemplated by these statements. Readers are therefore cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements, which only apply as of the date of this news release, and no assurance can be given that such events will occur in the disclosed times frames or at all. Except where required by applicable law, the Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

This information is qualified in its entirety by cautionary statements and risk factor disclosure contained in filings made by the Company with the Canadian securities regulators, including the Company's annual information form for the financial year ended December 31, 2024, and financial statements and related MD&A for the financial year ended December 31, 2024, filed with the securities regulatory authorities in certain provinces of Canada and available at www.sedarplus.ca. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking information prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described herein as intended, planned, anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Although the Company has attempted to identify important risks, uncertainties, and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, there may be others that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated, or intended. The Company does not intend, and does not assume any obligation, to update this forward-looking information except as otherwise required by applicable law.

Neither the Toronto Stock Exchange nor the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

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SOURCE Exro Technologies Inc.

FAQ

What is the interest rate on Exro Technologies (EXROF) convertible debentures?

The convertible debentures carry a 12% annual interest rate, payable semi-annually.

How many shares is Exro Technologies (EXROF) issuing for interest payment in June 2025?

Exro is issuing 12,814,284 common shares at C$0.07 per share to settle C$897,000 in interest payments.

What is the total value of Exro Technologies (EXROF) convertible debentures?

The total value of the convertible debentures is C$15,000,000, issued on December 30, 2022.

What is the share price used for Exro's (EXROF) interest payment conversion?

The shares are being issued at C$0.07, based on the 5-day volume weighted average trading price prior to June 23, 2025.

Does Exro Technologies (EXROF) need approval for the interest payment in shares?

Yes, the issuance of common shares for interest payment requires approval from the Toronto Stock Exchange.