B. Riley Financial, Inc. Stock Price, News & Analysis

FaZe Clan Inc. completed its business combination with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (BRPM) on July 19, 2022. This merger allows FaZe to trade on NASDAQ under the ticker 'FAZE' starting July 20, 2022. FaZe Clan, a leader in youth culture and gaming, has a following of about 500 million across social platforms and operates 11 esports teams that collectively won 35 championships. This public listing enables FaZe to access capital for future growth while engaging with a key demographic of 13-34 year-olds, enhancing its market influence in digital entertainment and youth culture.

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (Nasdaq: BRPM, BRPMU) announced stockholder approval for its business combination with FaZe Clan Inc., a lifestyle and media platform focused on gaming. The merger is set to close on July 19, 2022, after which the company will be renamed FaZe Holdings Inc. Shares are expected to trade under the new tickers FAZE and FAZEW starting July 20, 2022. The deal aims to leverage FaZe Clan's extensive social media reach, targeting the youth market with its diverse content and partnerships.

B. Riley Financial, Inc. (NASDAQ: RILY) has announced cash dividends for its 6.875% Series A and 7.375% Series B Cumulative Perpetual Preferred Stock. The Series A dividend is set at $0.42968750 per share, while the Series B dividend is $0.4609375 per share. These dividends are scheduled for payment on or about July 29, 2022, to shareholders on record as of July 19, 2022. This financial move indicates the company's commitment to returning value to its preferred stockholders.

B. Riley Financial announced the appointment of Timothy J. Shilling as Executive Vice President of B. Riley Retail Solutions. Shilling brings over two decades of experience in leading retail liquidations and advising prominent retailers. He will support the firm's strategy amidst challenges like rising interest rates and supply chain issues affecting the retail sector. Notably, he has overseen retail inventory assignments valued over $10 billion. Shilling aims to leverage B. Riley's diverse platform to assist clients in navigating the evolving retail landscape.

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (BRPM) has announced the effectiveness of its Form S-4 registration statement by the SEC for its proposed business combination with FaZe Clan Inc. The merger aims to solidify FaZe Clan's position in the esports and creator economy. A Special Meeting for BRPM stockholders will be held on July 15, 2022, for voting on the merger. Upon completion, the company will rebrand as FaZe Holdings Inc. and trade on NASDAQ under the ticker 'FAZE.'

B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPM) announced the record date of May 26, 2022, for a special meeting of stockholders to vote on its proposed merger with FaZe Clan, a prominent esports and gaming lifestyle company. The business combination is anticipated to finalize by July 2022, pending stockholder and regulatory approvals. Following the merger, BRPM will be renamed FaZe Holdings Inc., with new ticker symbols 'FAZE' and 'FAZEW' for its shares and warrants, respectively. A proxy statement/prospectus will be provided to stockholders once effective.

FaZe Clan has appointed Zach Katz as its new President and Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Katz brings over 20 years of experience in the music and talent industries, aiming to enhance FaZe's operational efficiency and global brand expansion. He will report directly to CEO Lee Trink and work on increasing revenue through innovative verticals. This leadership change occurs as FaZe prepares for its merger with B. Riley Principal 150 Merger Corp. (NASDAQ: BRPM), with the transaction expected to close by July 2022.