E-Cigarette Maker Juul's Financial Rescue Marred by Allegations Against Key Directors' Self-Interest
Portfolio Pulse from Vandana Singh
Juul Labs Inc. board members Nick Pritzker and Riaz Valani are accused of self-interest in a bailout that preserved their equity investments. Investors have sued, alleging the 2022 bailout favored insiders. Altria Group Inc (NYSE:MO), which invested $12.8 billion in Juul in 2018, has seen its stake diluted after a 2023 funding round. Juul, facing lawsuits and regulatory issues, avoided bankruptcy and is seeking to raise an additional $330 million in 2024.
January 02, 2024 | 6:57 pm
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Altria Group Inc's (NYSE:MO) investment in Juul has been significantly diluted following a 2023 funding round. The company faces potential negative sentiment due to the allegations against Juul's board members and the ongoing legal and regulatory challenges Juul is encountering.
Altria's stake in Juul has been diluted, which could negatively impact its investment value. The lawsuit against Juul's board members and the company's need for additional funding suggest ongoing instability, which could lead to negative investor sentiment towards Altria's stock in the short term.
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