AFC Gamma To Separate Commercial Real Estate Lending Business Into Independent Public Company; Upon Completion Of The Transaction, SUNS' Common Stock Is Expected To Be Listed On The Nasdaq Under The Symbol "SUNS"
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AFC Gamma, Inc. (AFCG) announced a plan to spin-off its commercial real estate lending business into an independent company, Sunrise Realty Trust, Inc. (SUNS), expected to be completed in mid-2024. Post-separation, AFC Gamma will focus on the cannabis industry, while SUNS will concentrate on CRE in the southern U.S. The separation aims to allow both companies to pursue tailored growth strategies and attract suitable investors. SUNS will focus on CRE debt investments across various asset classes, aiming for diversified investment portfolios. The separation will involve a pro-rata distribution of SUNS' common stock to AFC Gamma's shareholders and a special cash dividend.
February 22, 2024 | 10:06 pm
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AFC Gamma plans to spin-off its CRE lending business, focusing solely on the cannabis industry post-separation. Shareholders to receive SUNS stock and a special dividend.
The spin-off allows AFC Gamma to concentrate on the cannabis industry, potentially unlocking shareholder value and attracting investors interested in this sector. The special dividend and stock distribution could positively impact AFCG's stock in the short term.
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Sunrise Realty Trust (SUNS) to focus on CRE debt investments in the southern U.S. post-spin-off from AFC Gamma, targeting diversified investment portfolios.
SUNS' focus on CRE debt investments in a diversified portfolio presents a significant opportunity, especially given the current market dislocations. This strategic focus, along with the experienced management team, is likely to attract investors and positively impact SUNS' stock in the short term.
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