M&A
confidence high
sentiment positive
materiality 0.75
GXO switches to scheme of arrangement for Wincanton acquisition at 605p/share; CMA CGM offer lapses
GXO Logistics, Inc.
- GXO elected to implement its cash acquisition of Wincanton (605p/share) via a scheme of arrangement instead of a takeover offer.
- CMA CGM will not raise its 480p offer or switch to a takeover; its offer will lapse, clearing path for GXO.
- Wincanton shareholders representing 34.0% of shares gave irrevocable undertakings to support the GXO scheme.
- Scheme expected to become effective in mid-Q2 2024; subject to court and shareholder approvals.
- CMA CGM offer shareholder meetings scheduled for March 13 will be indefinitely adjourned.