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GameSquare Enters Definitive Contribution Agreement to Acquire Sports, Music and Entertainment IP Assets from FanEngine

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  • GameSquare Holdings, Inc. announced a definitive Contribution Agreement to acquire the assets of FanEngine Holdings Ltd.
  • The transaction is structured as an asset purchase expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2026.
  • FanEngine assets include global IP such as Peaky Blinders, Simon's Cat, The Two Robbies & Friends, and the 4Cast Media Platform featuring Ben Stokes.
  • GameSquare expects the deal to be immediately accretive to earnings and support multiple recurring revenue opportunities.
  • The company anticipates delivering over $150 million in annual revenue and $30 million in Adjusted EBITDA in 2027.
  • Closing involves issuing common stock valued at approximately $15.9 million based on a September 4, 2026 price of $2.95, plus potential stock & cash earn-outs.
  • Post-closing equity is expected to be split 70% for existing GameSquare shareholders and 30% for existing FanEngine shareholders.
  • FanEngine shareholders may earn an additional 10% equity based on financial milestones achieved in 2027 & 2028.
  • Existing FanEngine shareholders will hold two designated board seats following the transaction.
  • Key leadership appointments include Marco Baccanello as President, Ben Hugo leading FanEngine operations, Sandy Khaund as CTO, and Jeff Mirman leading technology integration.
  • The acquisition expands GameSquare's business model to include direct fan monetization through gamification, commerce, events, ticketing, & licensing.
  • GameSquare expects revenue synergies by bringing FanEngine's content production & activation activities into its existing platform to maximize margins.