GDEV Declares One-Time, Nonrecurring Special Cash Dividend of $3.31 Per Share
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GDEV Inc. (Nasdaq: GDEV) has announced a one-time special cash dividend of $3.31 per share, representing approximately 20% yield based on the 30-day volume-weighted average price. The dividend, totaling $60 million, will be paid on March 11, 2025, to shareholders of record as of March 3, 2025.
The distribution will be funded from accumulated profits and represents a portion of GDEV's total cash balance of approximately $153 million (as of Q3 2024). The company will remain debt-free after the distribution and maintains a substantial cash balance for future growth initiatives.
This is GDEV's first dividend since its public listing, and the company does not anticipate declaring further dividends in the foreseeable future. The decision aims to optimize capital structure and reduce excess liquidity while maintaining financial stability.
Positive
- Special dividend of $3.31 per share, representing 20% yield
- Strong cash position of $153 million as of Q3 2024
- Company remains debt-free after $60 million distribution
- Accumulated profits enable dividend without compromising growth investments
Negative
- No recurring dividend program planned
- Significant reduction in cash reserves by $60 million
News Market Reaction 1 Alert
On the day this news was published, GDEV gained 46.56%, reflecting a significant positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Feb. 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GDEV Inc. (Nasdaq: GDEV), an international gaming and entertainment company (“GDEV” or the “Company”), today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized and approved a one-time, nonrecurring special cash dividend of
This one-time special dividend, totaling approximately
By distributing a portion of its retained earnings, GDEV better optimizes its capital structure, reducing excess liquidity and providing for a more lean and efficient operating model. This decision reflects the Company’s commitment to disciplined capital allocation and long-term value creation. The Board’s confidence in GDEV’s financial strength underscores its proactive approach to maintaining an optimal balance between stability and growth in the volatile environment. Importantly, this special dividend is a one-time distribution and does not establish a recurring dividend program. It is not anticipated that the GDEV’s Board of Directors will declare any further dividends in the foreseeable future.
GDEV Founder, CEO, and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Andrey Fadeev, stated: “The special dividend is the first in the Company’s history since our public listing. The decision to declare a special dividend underscores our commitment to delivering value to our shareholders while maintaining a strong financial position. Our robust balance sheet enables us to return capital to shareholders without compromising our ability to invest in the Company’s long-term growth. Following this distribution, GDEV will remain debt-free with a substantial cash balance providing financial stability and the continued development of both our existing portfolio and future initiatives.”
About GDEV Inc.
GDEV is a gaming and entertainment holding company, focused on development and growth of its franchise portfolio across various genres and platforms. With a diverse range of subsidiaries including Nexters and Cubic Games, among others, GDEV strives to create games that will inspire and engage millions of players for years to come. Its franchises, such as Hero Wars, Island Hoppers, Pixel Gun 3D and others have accumulated over 550 million installs and
Contacts:
Investor Relations
Roman Safiyulin | Chief Corporate Development Officer
investor@gdev.inc
Cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements
Certain statements in this press release may constitute “forward-looking statements” for purposes of the federal securities laws. Such statements are based on current expectations that are subject to risks and uncertainties. In addition, any statements that refer to projections, forecasts or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking statements.
The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based on the Company’s current expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their potential effects on the Company. There can be no assurance that future developments affecting the Company will be those that the Company has anticipated. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties (some of which are beyond the Company’s control) or other assumptions. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties described in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s 2023 Annual Report on Form 20-F, filed by the Company on April 29, 2024, and other documents filed by the Company from time to time with the SEC. Should one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or should any of the Company’s assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary in material respects from those projected in these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made. Readers are cautioned not to put undue reliance on forward-looking statements, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as may be required under applicable securities laws.
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