Karoon sets A$284m raising target

ASX-listed Karoon Energy will raise A$284-million through a fully underwritten equity raising to complete the funding to acquire the the BaĂșna oil field, in the Santos basin, offshore Brazil, and to support future growth initiatives.

The equity raise will comprise a A$67-million institutional placement, and a 1-for-1.06 pro-rata entitlement offer to raise a further A$217-million.