KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) (“VCI Global”, or the “Company”) today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, V Capital Consulting Limited (“VCCL”) has been appointed as Sagtec Group Sdn Bhd’s (“SAGTEC”) initial public offering (“IPO”) consultant. This is in conjunction with SAGTEC’s proposed listing on the NASDAQ stock market. This IPO advisory mandate entails a USD2 million advisory fee and a success fee of 5% of the market capitalisation of SAGTEC when listed.

As the IPO consultant, VCCL’s scope of work, amongst others, includes:-

review and assist with the reorganization of SAGTEC’s capital structure;establish capital market strategies to maximize SAGTEC’s value ahead of the listing exercise;where applicable, review and assist in responding to queries from U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and NASDAQ; andprepare and assist in obtaining all requisite regulatory approvals.

VCCL’s consultancy expertise was further sought as SAGTEC also appointed VCCL as its business expansion consultant in connection with SAGTEC’s plans to expand its business into the Southeast Asia region.

On this note, VCCL will conduct feasibility studies and competitive analysis to understand the competitive landscape within the said region. As part of its job scope, VCCL will also be developing customised market strategies that complement SAGTEC’s business goals on the back of the unique dynamics of the Southeast Asia region.

“We are truly honoured to be awarded not one but two consultancy jobs by SAGTEC. We are more than happy to provide our expertise to ensure the successful listing of SAGTEC on NASDAQ,” said Dato’ Victor Hoo, Group Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of VCI Global.

About VCI Global Limited

VCI Global is a multi-disciplinary consulting group with key advisory practices in the areas of business and technology. The Company provides business and boardroom strategy services, investor relation services, and technology consultancy services. Its clients range from small-medium enterprises and government-linked agencies to publicly traded companies across a broad array of industries. VCI Global operates solely in Malaysia, with clients predominantly from Malaysia, but also serves some clients from China, Singapore, and the US.

For more information on the Company, please log on to https://v-capital.co/.

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