M&A
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.55
Barnwell Industries to sell remaining Hawaii development interests for $1.77M, net ~$1.5M
BARNWELL INDUSTRIES INC
- Gross purchase price $1.77M; net proceeds to Barnwell estimated at ~$1.5M plus ~$0.1M pre-closing distribution.
- Sale includes indirect partnership interests in KKM Makai and KD Kona 2013, and development rights in Ka'upulehu.
- Buyer is David Johnston, son of a partner; closing expected by September 15, 2026 or before fiscal year end Sept 30, 2026.
- Company expects complete exit from Hawaii real estate interests by end of fiscal 2026, with minimal winding-up costs.
- CFO states proceeds will be redeployed into higher-return opportunities; company continues to evaluate strategic options including potential business combinations.