Planet Labs PBC Completes Redemption of Public Warrants; Raises \$104.5 Million in Cash Proceeds
San Francisco, May 4, 2026 – Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a leading provider of daily satellite imagery and geospatial solutions, has announced the successful completion of its redemption of all outstanding public warrants, a significant corporate milestone that brings an end to warrant-related dilution and provides the company with a substantial cash infusion.
Key Highlights for Investors
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Redemption of Public Warrants: The company has redeemed all outstanding public warrants that were originally issued as part of its initial public offering (IPO) under the Warrant Agreement dated March 4, 2021. The redemption price was set at \$0.01 per public warrant, effective as of 5:00 p.m. New York City time on April 27, 2026.
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High Exercise Rate: Out of 9,162,223 public warrants outstanding as of March 27, 2026, an impressive 9,090,913 warrants (representing 99.2% of the total) were exercised for cash at an exercise price of \$11.50 per share prior to the redemption deadline.
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Significant Capital Raised: The high exercise rate resulted in Planet Labs receiving approximately \$104.5 million in aggregate cash proceeds, providing the company with additional liquidity to support its growth initiatives.
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Elimination of Warrant Overhang: Following the redemption, only 71,310 public warrants remained unexercised and were redeemed for an aggregate of just \$713. Planet Labs now has no outstanding public warrants, eliminating potential future dilution from these securities.
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Updated Share Count: After the completion of the redemption, Planet Labs has 332,899,400 shares of Class A common stock and 23,493,796 shares of Class B common stock outstanding.
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Delisting of Public Warrants: The public warrants have ceased trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and were officially delisted with the suspension of trading effective before market open on April 27, 2026. The Class A common stock will continue to trade under the symbol “PL.”
Implications for Shareholders
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Potential Impact on Share Price: The completion of the warrant redemption and the influx of \$104.5 million in cash strengthens Planet Labs’ balance sheet, potentially providing more resources for innovation, strategic investments, and operational growth. The removal of warrant overhang may also reduce uncertainty and upward pressure from potential future dilution, which could be viewed positively by the market.
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Corporate Structure: The end of public warrants simplifies Planet’s capital structure, providing greater clarity for existing and prospective shareholders.
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No Offer or Solicitation: The company has clarified that this announcement is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any securities.
About Planet Labs PBC
Planet Labs PBC, founded in 2010 by three NASA scientists, operates the world’s largest fleet of Earth observation satellites. The company provides critical data and advanced geospatial insights to customers across agriculture, forestry, intelligence, education, finance, and government. Its mission is to image the world daily, making change visible, accessible, and actionable. Planet Labs is listed on the NYSE as “PL.”
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