Buc,
I gave you a thumb up
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"Honestly can't see how and why shareholders would allow"........
..... as much as it pains me to say it...you & the others are insignificant in the scheme of things.
Meat for the grinder....& we've all been there before.
The shareholders that matter would have had this discussion to ensure the end result suits their needs (not yours).
But what can the little share holder do, other than assume the position
The script has been written (FWIW - I've had to assume the position on other "investments" as they were stolen away.
Its business, sometime you win, sometimes you don't. Just have to make sure the wins (when they happen) are more than the losses.
Ever heard the saying the prettiest horse in the slaughter yard.