$INSG·8-K

INSEEGO CORP. · Apr 30, 4:46 PM ET

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Inseego Corp. Announces Acquisition of Nokia’s Fixed Wireless Access Business

What Happened
On April 30, 2026, Inseego Corp. (INSG) announced it entered into an Asset Purchase Agreement to acquire substantially all of Nokia’s fixed wireless access (FWA) business. The transaction consideration includes 1,163,693 shares of Inseego common stock, warrants to purchase 521,139 shares exercisable for cash at $12.89 per share (four-year term), and assumption of certain FWA liabilities. Concurrently, Nokia agreed to invest $10,000,000 under a Subscription Agreement for 775,795 shares and warrants to buy 260,569 shares (exercise price $12.89; these subscription warrants permit cash or cashless exercise). Immediately after closing, Nokia would own roughly 11% of Inseego (assuming no warrant exercises). The agreements were filed as exhibits and a press release and presentation were attached.

Key Details

  • Purchase price components: 1,163,693 shares + warrants for 521,139 shares (exercise $12.89, cash-only, 4 years).
  • Nokia subscription: $10,000,000 for 775,795 shares + warrants for 260,569 shares ($12.89, cash or cashless).
  • Governance/transfer limits: Lock-up — 50% of securities restricted 1 year and remaining 50% restricted 2 years; registration filing required within one year of closing with demand/piggyback rights.
  • Performance terms: If FWA EBITDA is negative in the first 12 months post-close, Nokia will reimburse Inseego (quarterly, subject to limits); for the following 24 months, Inseego will pay Nokia a portion of EBITDA profits (subject to limits). Closing must occur by Jan 15, 2027 (Inseego may extend up to 3 months in certain cases).
  • Other: Nokia agreed to a global 3-year restriction on competing in certain FWA products and granted Inseego a right of first offer for related upstream connectivity products.

Why It Matters
This is a strategic acquisition for Inseego to expand its fixed wireless access product lineup and customer base, funded in part by Nokia’s $10M equity investment and consideration paid in Inseego stock and warrants. The deal brings potential near-term costs (assumed liabilities and possible EBITDA reimbursements) and future profit-sharing mechanics that could affect cash flow. Nokia’s equity stake (~11%) and the lock-up/registration arrangements are material for shareholder dilution and future trading of the issued securities. The agreements set clear timelines, non-compete protections and financial earnout mechanics investors should watch as the transaction progresses toward closing.

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